The Oberlin Palais | Five Points (West Raleigh) 7BR/10BA Destination Home with Elevator, Theater & Gathering Spaces
Nestled in Raleigh’s historic, tree-lined Five Points, The Oberlin Palais is a spacious 7BR 10BA home designed for meaningful gatherings and shared experiences. Just minutes from Downtown Raleigh, RDU, NC State, and major venues, the home accommodates large groups with ease and features a private elevator, generous gathering areas, and accessibility-forward design—ideal for multi-generational families, reunions, retreats, and intentional group stays seeking space, comfort, and connection.
Amenities You’ll Love:
The Oaks . . .
🎥 Palais Theatre–State-of-the-Art 12-Seat Theatre – Perfect for post-concert, post-game wind-downs or fun movie nights
🏏 Golf & Multi-Sport Simulator – Rain or shine, play golf, football, soccer, baseball and more without leaving the house
🎮 Game Room – From classic arcade games to table games, there’s something for everyone
💪 Fitness Area – For those who want to stay on track while away
🍽️ Gourmet Kitchen & Spacious Dining – Fully equipped for large-scale cooking, celebrations, and late-night snacks
🌇 Indoor & Outdoor Gathering Spaces – Lounge, laugh, and relax together
🔥 Spacious Firepit Area – Gather under the stars for S’mores, stories, and evening relaxation
🛗 Private Elevator – Making every floor easily accessible for all guests
🌆 Walkable Neighborhood – Surrounded by great local eats and charming streets
The Alcove . . .
🎥 Alcove Theatre—Explore the serenity of pitch-black, cave-like darkness coupled with the vibrancy of true color–Perfect for post-concert, post-game wind-downs or fun movie nights
🎮 Entertainment Area—Rain or shine, play arcade and family games without leaving the house
💪 Fitness Area—For those who want to stay on track even during vacation
🍽️ Gourmet Kitchen/Open-Concept Dining—Fully equipped for cooking, celebrations, and late-night snacks
🌇 Indoor & Outdoor Gathering Spaces – Lounge, laugh, and relax together
🔥 Spacious Firepit Area—Gather under the stars for S’mores, stories, and evening relaxation
Spa-Style Bathroom—Master Bath features large soaker tub, rain shower, body jets and heated tile floor.
Dedicated Office Space—Experience productivity and convenience in the warm glow of the see-through fireplace
With RDU International Airport and Amtrak nearby, getting in and out is easy for everyone. Whether you’re visiting the area for a sports weekend, a vacation, a milestone family celebration, class reunion, office event, church retreat or medical procedure, The Alcove offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and location—the ideal setting to do business, rest, retreat and to create lasting memories.
Local Dining Favorites: Explore a diverse array of restaurants right in the neighborhood—from farm-to-table bistros and craft breweries to Southern comfort food and global cuisines. The Village District and North Hills shopping and restaurants are just a few minutes away!
Reserve your stay now—prime dates for 2026 fill quickly!
License #: ZSTR-000560-2024
The Oberlin Palais is generationally-friendly, and all amenities are fully accessible. The Oberlin Palais has a private, fully operational elevator, and zero-entry showers. The Oaks @ The Oberlin Palais has iron handrails, two (2) shallow steps and a ramp at the main entrance. The Alcove @ The Oberlin Palais has a separate, private entrance on the walk-out basement level.
RDU International Airport
Amtrak Raleigh Union Station
GoRaleigh Station | City and Regional Bus Transportation
R-Line | Downtown Raleigh Circulator Bus
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Conveniently located near many attractions:
Destinations
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles) → ~7-9 minutes
RDU International Airport (11.2 miles): ~12-19 minutes
Amtrak Union Station (3.1 miles): ~8 minutes
Research Triangle Park (16.2 miles) → ~16-19 minutes
NC State University (2.0 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Duke University (24.5 miles) → ~24-31 minutes
Meredith College (2.1 miles) → ~7 minutes
UNC-Chapel Hill (25.4 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
North Carolina A&T (74 miles) → ~69-73 minutes
North Carolina Central University (22.1 miles) → ~25-31 minutes
Shaw University (3.9 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
St. Augustine College (4.3 miles) → ~11-12 minutes
North Carolina Museum of Art (3.6 miles) → ~9-11 minutes
Marbles Kids Museum (3.3 miles) → ~9-10 minutes
Lonnie Poole Golf Course (4.0 miles) → ~12-15 minutes
Briar Creek Golf Course (16.1 miles) → ~15-24 minutes
Devil’s Ridge Golf Course (20.0 miles) → ~27-28 minutes
River Ridge Golf Course (16.0 miles) → ~23-25 minutes
Pinehurst Resort (69.0 miles) → ~69-71 minutes
Shopping
The Village District (1.2 miles): ~3-4 minutes
Harris Teeter (0.9 miles): ~3 minutes
Publix Super Market (2.1 miles): ~5 minutes
Whole Foods (1.9 miles): ~5 minutes
Crabtree Valley Mall (3.6 miles): ~9-10 minutes
The State Farmers Market (4.0 miles): ~10 minutes
North Hills Mall (2.9 miles): ~8-10 minutes
Brightleaf Square (22.8 miles): ~25-31 minutes
The Streets at Southpoint (19.3 miles): ~24-25 minutes
Triangle Town Center (9.2 miles): ~19-22 minutes
Carolina Premium Outlets (39.1 miles): ~41-52 minutes
Medical Facilities
Rex Hospital (4.1 miles): ~9 minutes
Wake Medical Center (7.1 miles): ~14 minutes
WakeMed Urgent Care (0.8 miles): ~2.5 minutes
Duke Raleigh Hospital (3.6 miles): ~11–12 minutes
Avance Care Oberlin Road (0.6 miles): ~2 minutes
Parks, Recreation & Entertainment
Downtown Raleigh (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
Raleigh Convention Center (3.4 miles): ~9 minutes
Gipson Play Plaza (3.0 miles): ~8 minutes
NC State Fairgrounds (3.7 miles): ~9 minutes
Red Hat Amphitheater (3.4 miles): ~9-10 minutes
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek (9.3 miles): ~23-24 minutes
Koka Booth Amphitheatre (11.5 miles): ~18 minutes
Dorothea Dix Park (3.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park Arts & Theater Center (1.5 miles): ~5 minutes
Umstead Park (6.7 miles): ~14-16 minutes
Shelley Lake (4.6 miles): ~11 minutes
Pullen Park (2.3 miles): ~7-8 minutes
Jaycee Park (.4 miles): ~1 minute
Historic Yates Mill County Park (7.8 miles): ~16 minutes
Method Community Center & Park |Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (2.8 miles): ~8 minutes
North Hills Park | Picnic Shelters/Tables, Fields, Playgrounds, Pickleball Courts (3.3 miles): ~10 minutes
Durham Performing Arts Center | DPAC (22.2 miles): ~25 minutes
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | Memorial Auditorium (3.9 miles): ~11 minutes
Lenovo Center | Formerly PNC Arena (4.5 miles): ~11 minutes
Carter-Finley Stadium (4.7 miles): ~10 minutes
Fantasy Lake Adventure Park | 17.7 miles: ~30 minutes
WHY GUESTS CHOOSE THE OBERLIN PALAIS
• Expansive 7BR/10BA layout designed for large and small groups
• Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for connection without crowding
• Private elevator and accessibility-forward design
• Multiple theater and media spaces for shared evenings and downtime
• Located in Five Points (West Raleigh) with the feel of a quiet, established residential neighborhood
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THE SPACE
The Oberlin Palais is designed to hold people well—creating space for gathering, celebration, reflection, and rest.
With multiple living and dining areas, thoughtful separation between shared and private spaces, and an intuitive flow throughout the home, guests can come together easily while still enjoying moments of quiet and retreat. Whether you’re hosting a milestone gathering, planning a retreat, or bringing multiple generations together under one roof, the home offers flexibility and comfort for longer, more meaningful stays.
Accessibility is woven throughout the design, allowing guests of varying ages and mobility levels to move comfortably and confidently throughout the home.
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WELL SUITED FOR
• Multi-generational family gatherings and reunions
• Milestone celebrations and legacy weekends
• Faith-based, marriage, and leadership retreats
• Executive and business group stays
• Wedding party accommodations and group travel
• Medical and extended convalescence stays
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IMPORTANT NOTE
The Oberlin Palais is not a party house. Quiet hours are observed, and use of the home should align with the spirit of the neighborhood.
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RECREATION DESIGNED FOR CONNECTION
One of the distinctive features of The Oberlin Palais is its indoor recreation and shared-experience spaces, designed to support connection without requiring guests to leave the home.
A dedicated golf and multi-sport simulator provides year-round, climate-controlled recreation for guests of all ages and abilities, while multiple theater and media spaces offer natural gathering points for movie nights, game-day viewing, and evening downtime.
These spaces allow groups to unwind together, transition between activities, and remain connected—whether after travel days, meetings, or full days exploring Raleigh.
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SLEEPING & BATHROOMS
• 7 Bedrooms (5 King beds, 7 Queen beds, 1 Full bed)
• 10 Bathrooms (7 full and 3 half baths throughout the home)
• Spacious bedroom layouts designed for comfort and privacy
• 3 Zero-Entry shower options available
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AMENITIES & FEATURES
Recreation & Entertainment
• Dedicated golf & multi-sport simulator
• Multiple theater and media spaces (large-group and intimate viewing)
• Entertainment and game areas for shared and small-group use
Living & Gathering
• Multiple indoor gathering spaces designed for connection without crowding
• Large family rooms with gas fireplaces
• Open-Concept living, dining, and cooking areas
• Double-sided gas fireplace shared between a main living area and adjacent office
• Dining and meeting facilities for large groups
Outdoor Living
• Multiple outdoor gathering spaces designed for simultaneous use
• Fire pits and seating areas for evening connection
• Grill stations supporting outdoor cooking and group dining
• Screened porch with hammock chairs
Kitchen & Dining
• Multiple gourmet kitchen spaces for large-group cooking and catering
• Gas stove and oven options
• Double ovens and generous prep areas
• Private chef or catering options available upon request
Work, Wellness & Convenience
• Multiple office and quiet work areas
• Multiple fitness and wellness spaces
• Private elevator
• Wide circulation paths throughout
• Laundry facilities
• Off-street and on-street parking
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LOCATION
Located in Raleigh’s historic and vibrant Five Points neighborhood in West Raleigh, The Oberlin Palais offers convenient access to Downtown Raleigh, NC State University, major hospitals, museums, sports and entertainment venues, shopping, public transportation, RDU International Airport, and Raleigh Union Station, with easy access to Cary, RTP, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Greensboro.
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