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10 show-stopping Raleigh dream homes

10 Raleigh dream homes for sale
A white Raleigh mansion in front of a lake.
Who needs a backyard when you have a lake? | Photo via Zillow
Do you find yourself passing time by watching “House Hunters” or browsing for local properties online? Maybe you even follow the popular Instagram account Zillow Gone Wild. Well, keep reading. On this episode of Raleigh Gone Wild, we’re admiring 10 Raleigh dream homes for sale.

Bright and airy | 5 BD, 3 BA | $699,000 | This renovated home on Laketree Drive features hardwood flooring, granite countertops, and lots of windows.

Cinderella moment | 6 BD, 5 BA | $1,150,000 | Your entrance and exit will always be grand at this large house on Chatterson Drive.

Colorful cottage | 4 BD, 3 BA | $1,250,000 | Built in 1921, this charming home on Park Drive will brighten up your every-day.

Foodie find | 4 BD, 7 BA | $2,100,000 | Sharpen your knives because this home’s expansive kitchen and giant pantry will inspire your inner chef.

A large white kitchen with a marble island.

We’re ready to chef it up in this kitchen.

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Photo via Zillow

Bold finishes | 5 BD, 7 BA | $3,299,999 | This White Oak Road house featuring detailed moldings and a mahogany-paneled library is overflowing with character that will stop you in your tracks.

Ceilings for days | 5 BD, 5 BA | $3,500,000 | This eclectic home on Williamsborough Court boasts a spiral staircase in the dining room and private backyard terrace overlooking a tennis court.

Lake views | 6 BD, 7 BA | $3,750,000 | Who needs a backyard when you have a giant lake with views of the Carolina Country Club golf course?

Carolina Inn vibes | 4 BD, 7 BA | $5,420,000 | If you know, you know — this Lake Drive house reminds us of Chapel Hill’s historic hotel.

Hole in one | 5 BD, 7 BA | $5,950,000 | Custom-built in 2023, this luxury house has an expansive second-floor balcony overlooking North Ridge Country Club’s golf course.

To infinity and beyond | 5 BD, 7 BA | $6,999,900 | This brand-new North Ridge home has an infinity pool, Bourbon bar, and golf simulator room.
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Events
Friday, May 12
  • True Crime & Curious Tales Walking Tour | Friday, May 12 | 7-8:45 p.m. | Raleigh Walking Tours, 109 E. Jones St., Raleigh | Free | Listen to Raleigh’s true crime stories and other quirky tales.
  • Stevie Nicks | Friday, May 12 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $64-$995 | Listen to this rock ‘n’ roll icon perform live.
  • Longleaf Film Festival 2023 | Friday, May 12-Saturday, May 13 | Times vary | NC Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh | Free | This annual festival showcases independent films with connections to the Tar Heel state.
  • Pitbull | Friday, May 12-Saturday, May 13 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy., Cary | $60-$115 | See rapper Mr. Worldwide perform live.
  • Artisphere presented by TD Bank | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Downtown Greenville, SC, Main St. from Wardlaw and Main to Broad and Main, Greenville, SC | Free | Artisphere is back during Mother’s Day Weekend in downtown Greenville, SC — enjoy a free, family-friendly celebration of the arts.*
Saturday, May 13
  • Maifest | Saturday, May 13 | 12-4 p.m. | Trophy Brewing & Taproom, 656 Maywood Ave., Raleigh | Free | This second annual celebration features food from Capital Club 16, music from the Little German Band, Pop-Up Raleigh vendors, and five small-batch German beers on draft.
Sunday, May 14
  • Mother’s Day Brunch | Sunday, May 14 | 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | Il Falò, 3931 Macaw St., Raleigh | Try this new restaurant + celebrate mom over dishes like lemon ricotta waffles, fire-roasted mushroom frittata, and crushed avocado bruschetta.
  • Earth to Raleigh: A Mother’s Day Festival | Sunday, May 14 | 2-7 p.m. | Clouds Brewing Taproom, 1233 Front St., Raleigh | Free | Celebrate Mother Earth with outdoor art activities, live music + an artist market featuring more than 20 local vendors.
  • Tongue & Groove Open Mic | Sunday, May 14, Sunday, Jun. 11 | 7-10 p.m. | VAE Raleigh, 228 Fayetteville St., Raleigh | Free | Watch local talent from around the Triangle gather to co-create with poetry, music, storytelling, and the occasional interpretive dance.
Monday, May 15
  • Spring Charcuterie Design 101 | Monday, May 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $75 | Design your own charcuterie board in this interactive workshop with Raleigh Cheesy.
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News Notes
Sports
  • We’re moving on. Last night, the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New Jersey Devils 3-2 in overtime in PNC Arena. The Canes will advance to the Eastern Conference finals of the NHL Playoffs for the fifth time in franchise history. (The News & Observer)
Biz
  • Chef Ashley Christensen sold her shares of BB’s Crispy Chicken to Raleigh-based MDO Holdings — her co-founding business partner, which now has full ownership of the fried chicken chain. A press release stated that “she will continue her focus on existing and upcoming projects within the downtown Raleigh-based AC Restaurants.”
Community
Arts
  • There’s new downtown public art celebrating Bike Month. The cycling-themed mural by artist Mayanthi Jayawardena celebrates movement, health, wellness, and the outdoors with bold and vibrant shapes inspired by Mayanthi’s Sri Lankan culture. You can find it on the side of Exploris Middle School near State of Beer.
Opening
  • Celebrate the grand opening of Haven Farm in Knightdale (located ~20 minutes from downtown) on Saturday, June 3. Starting at 9 a.m., visitors can explore the farm’s new garden, gift, and apothecary shop, followed by activities like yoga, a petting zoo, and wood burning. Learn more about the free event.
Try This
  • Will it ice cream? We’ll let you be the judge. Two Roosters is experimenting with a new ingredient: Doritos. Try a sample of Doritos ice cream at the shop’s Greystone Village location now through Sunday, May 14.
Feel Good
  • On Wednesday, 175 volunteers gathered on Fayetteville Street for the second-annual Yam Jam. They sorted 40,000 pounds of sweet potatoes (not yams) into five-pound bags to be distributed to all 34 counties served by the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. (The News & Observer)
Drink
  • Sip and support the Kay Yow Cancer Fund next Saturday, May 20 from 3-6 p.m. at the North Hills Wine Walk. A $25 donation will get you a cup and “passport” to shop + taste various wine selections (and win prizes) at participating stores. Register at the table in the Commons.*
  • Buchi’s newest drink line of guilt-free sodas feature pre and probiotics, ideal for summertime sipping. With only 5g of sugar and 9g of fiber per can, Wild Pop flavors are crafted with the perfect blend of nostalgia + nutrition. (Think: Organic Root Beer Float, Strawberry Cream, and more).*
Wellness
Featured Deal
Eat
  • It’s Friday — treat yourself. Get a free Bo’s Chicken Sandwich when you place your first order in the Bojangles mobile app.*
Number
  • $15. That’s how much Offline could put towards your tab at Sam Jones BBQ when you become a member + get special offers for two restaurants a month. Bonus: You’ll also receive invites to exclusive pre-opening parties and events. Use code “RALTODAY” to skip the waitlist and try a monthly or annual membership.*
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Kids

Let your kids touch the stove

Summer cooking camps for kids in Raleigh
Two kids in denim aprons gaze at a counter holding a bowl of flour, chocolate chips, and croissants.
Kids will be whipping up French pastries in no time. | Photo via Sur La Table
Let us explain. We’d only recommend this activity under professional supervision, with detailed instruction and the promise of tasty treats at the end — AKA, everything you get in one of Sur La Table’s cooking camps.

Check out the camps held at Sur La Table (4421 Six Forks Rd.), perfect for little chefs who’d love hands-on cooking instruction this summer. Bon appétit.

🧁 For kids ages 7-11

Baking 101
This camp will have kids making everything from chocolate marble banana bread to homemade pizzas. Five-day camps are available June 19 through August 25. Browse camps and sign up for 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. slots.

Culinary Excursion
From a chicken dinner to taco night, little chefs will learn a breadth of recipes to make again. Five-day camps are available June 12 through August 18. Browse camps and sign up for 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. slots.*
More camps for kids + teens
The Wrap
 
Anne Tate

Today’s edition by:
Anne
From the editor
I honestly had the best time checking out the century plant in WRAL’s Azalea Gardens. It felt even larger in person, and I’m excited to check back in a week or two to see how much it grows and flowers. Learn more about this rare bloom. And in case you forgot, it’s Plant Week.
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