8719 Bells Lake Road, Apex, NC 27539

• 4 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 7,590 sqft

Property Description

Tucked along Bells Lake, this is the kind of property buyers wait years for... or that takes a lifetime to recreate. Private, expansive, and effortlessly connected to everything Raleigh has to offer, it delivers a level of freedom and lifestyle rarely found in the market. Set on coveted acreage, the 7,500-square-foot residence is designed to live wide and easy. Thoughtful architecture, custom millwork, and high-end finishes create a sense of quiet luxury throughout - curated, functional, and intentionally punctuated at every turn. The home unfolds in a way that feels both expansive and livable, with spaces that transition seamlessly from everyday comfort to elevated entertaining. Wellness is fully integrated into the experience. A dedicated, oversized home gym rivals a private training facility, designed for performance, recovery, and consistency without ever leaving home. And then, the unexpected... The outdoor environment is not just an amenity; it's a destination. Designed with the feel of a boutique resort, the pool and entertainment grounds are unlike found in the Triangle. A 25-yard, 10-foot-deep pool anchors the space for both recreation and training, surrounded by expertly crafted stonework, expansive porches, and layered gathering areas. Two regulation-size pickleball courts create an active social hub, while a cascading waterfall with a built-in rock-climbing wall leads to a private terrace overlooking the entire setting. Hidden beneath the waterfall, a tucked-away spa retreat offers a completely different experience, an integrated hot tub, heated by a custom wood-burning system, designed for quiet evenings and true escape. THIS is a home built for connection. Large-scale entertaining comes naturally here... from intimate evenings to full-scale events, weddings, and celebrations, hosting comes with ease. The grounds are equally impressive, with curated gardens that evolve seasonally and additional space to expand, whether for a future collector's garage, guest residence, or private retreat. For those seeking more than just a home, for those prioritizing lifestyle, wellness, and the ability to live without compromise, this property stands entirely on its own.

Listing Status:

Pending

Date Added:

April 22, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 18, 2026 at 7:39AM

Listing Office:

Keller Williams Realty : 919-676-0600

Listing Agent:

Erica Jevons Sizemore : 919-740-7670

MLS ID:

10160091

Interior

• General: Breakfast BarBuilt-in FeaturesBookcasesCathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fan(s)ChandelierDouble VanityEntrance FoyerHigh CeilingsHigh Speed InternetKitchen IslandNatural WoodworkOpen FloorplanPantryRecessed LightingSoaking TubStorageStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Separate ShowerWalk-In ShowerSmooth Ceilings
• Appliances: Built-In RefrigeratorDishwasherGas RangeGas Water HeaterMicrowavePlumbed For Ice MakerRefrigeratorRange HoodStainless Steel Appliance(s)Tankless Water HeaterWater Heater
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupLaundry RoomMain LevelSinkWasher Hookup
• Basement: Exterior EntryFinishedFullInterior EntryStorage SpaceHeated
• Flooring: ConcreteTileWood
• A/C: Central AirDualElectric
• Heating: CentralElectricForced Air
• Fireplace: Fire PitOutsideRaised HearthFireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: Fire PitGardenLightingPrivate YardRain GuttersFenced YardOther
• Style: Transitional
• Other Structures: OtherPorchFront PorchDeckRear PorchPatioCovered
• Pool: HeatedIn GroundOutdoor PoolPool CoverPrivateWaterfall
• Parking: AttachedConcreteDrivewayGarage Faces SideGarageGarage Door OpenerGravelInside EntrancePaver BlockParking PadParking spaces: 12

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: Board & Batten SidingBrickHardiPlank TypeShake SidingStone3Combination

Location

• Originating MLS: Doorify MLS
• County: Wake

Lot

• Zoning: RALo3 Rcmb Jason & Jennifer Nietschmann Bm2021-01261067904722057000 0486232
• Fencing: Back YardFencedFullOther

Utilities

• Water: Well
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: Doorify MLS