Escape the hustle and bustle of city life -yet remain just 40 minutes from Raleigh and RTP. Welcome to Stork's Rest Family Farm, a one-of-a-kind estate that includes 23.76 acres. This property was used as a wedding venue, corporate retreat, tea room, and an etiquette consulting business. It has incredible potential as a bed and breakfast. Inside, guests are welcomed by soaring two-story ceilings and a sweeping curved staircase. A parlor and formal dining room flank the grand foyer, while exquisite mouldings, beautiful ceilings, marble fireplaces, and stunning custom one-of-a kind rice paper designer wall covering in the family room showcase the artistry and craftsmanship throughout the house. The main floor and other rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floor are equipped with surround sound systems. Steel beams were installed during the building process for extra floor support. Two offices provide flexibility for work or creative space while a convenient mini bar adds a touch of luxury. The gourmet kitchen offers hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, 5 burner propane gas cooktop, 2 built in ovens, microwave, wine cooler, dishwasher, and oversized refrigerator. There is a center island with a sink and garbage disposal as well as a double sink and disposal in another location of the kitchen. The spacious first-floor master suite boasts a spa-inspired bath, large two shower head walk in shower with seats on each end of shower. Large windows and French doors provide bright light in the suite. Upstairs second floor, you will find three additional custom design bedrooms, bonus room, and generous storage. The third floor offers exceptional space that is used for office, conferences, and reading in the library. Extra room used for extra sleeping space. Convenient fully equipped bathroom has a walk in shower. The grounds include exceptional storage spaces and hobby working areas!
Under contract
$1,900,000
8218 Old Raleigh Road, Sims, NC 27880
4beds
4,643sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
9.41 Acres Lot
$1,810,300 Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 79 days |
- 562 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 01:14pm
Listed by:
Jim E Allen 919-573-4567,
Coldwell Banker HPW Raleigh Midtown
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100532470
Originating MLS: Orange Chatham Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Orange Chatham Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Breakfast Nook, Family Room, Office, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19 x 16.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 14
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 43.5 x 15
Bonus room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 42 x 24
Breakfast nook
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23 x 16.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Other
- Description: Art Studio Building
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10
Other
- Description: 3-Car Attached Garage
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 36 x 22
Other
- Description: Veranda
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 42 x 8
Other
- Description: Detached Workshop
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 14
Other
- Description: Patio-2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17 x 17
Other
- Description: 2-Car Detached Garage
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 24 x 24
Other
- Description: Art Studio Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10
Other
- Description: Patio-1
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 35 x 19
Heating
- Propane, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Bookcases, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Attic: Floored,Permanent Stairs,Walk-In
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,643
- Total interior livable area: 4,643 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 9.41 Acres
- Features: Farm, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Guest House, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 2762067601.000
- Zoning: n/a
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Fields
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sims
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $826,927
- Annual tax amount: $5,771
- Date on market: 9/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 79 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,810,300
$1.72M - $1.90M
$4,231/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Contingent | $1,900,000$409/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Pending sale | $1,900,000$409/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10122194 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000-8.9%$409/sqft |
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| 10/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/2/2023 | Price change | $2,085,000-16.4%$449/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,726 +30.7% | $826,927 +58.8% |
| 2023 | $4,381 | $520,858 |
| 2022 | $4,381 +0.2% | $520,858 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$11,168/mo
Principal & interest
$9458
Property taxes
$1045
Home insurance
$665
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 27880
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Rock Ridge ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 4.1 mi
- 4/10Springfield MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.9 mi
- 5/10James Hunt HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rock Ridge
- Middle: Springfield
- High: Hunt High
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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