‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!

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A lakeside deck with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a dock extending into the water.
A modern house with a large deck, a swimming pool, and a view of a lake.
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a lake, a kitchen with a blue island, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious living room with large windows overlooking a lake, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated lake views
    Relax with tranquil water views.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Yelm, WA
  • Place, Lake Lawrence
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Visitor Center
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Yelm

Located in Yelm, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake St Clair and Millersylvania State Park, while Regional Athletic Complex and Fort Lewis Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Yelm, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Lawrence - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound - 41 min drive - 47.6 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord Visitor Center - 48 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Washington State Capitol - 53 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Tacoma Mall - 58 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

  • Olympia-Lacey Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Happy Trails Espresso - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock! located?

This family-friendly Yelm holiday home is located on the waterfront, 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Nisqually Red Wind Casino, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Regional Athletic Complex and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area and Hands On Children's Museum are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to visit our grandchildren for a few days and had a blast. The view is spectacular and the spa was fantastic. The host was was great. We had a small issue with a bathroom fixture and it was handled promptly. The bunk beds were a huge hit with the kiddos and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family stayed here off and on while we were displaced due to a house fire, so this place truly became our home away from home during that time. The house was well stocked and had the most beautiful, peaceful scenery. There was no shortage of things for our kids to do between the water activities, hot tub, games, and coloring. The host was incredibly kind and accommodating. Absolutely recommend this place!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and view! Lots of toys even caught 4 fish! It was the perfect get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together for a 50th Wedding anniversary.

Great stay. Everything was comfortable and plenty of room for 6. Would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect getaway after a busy summer. Our family was able to relax and enjoy the week with our stay, everything is exactly as described. The owners respond to every question, even if they are silly, and the home is completely taken care of.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Five Stars

Our stay at The Rookery was absolutely wonderful! There is something so special about this place that makes you feel like you’ve found your own little piece of the Pacific Northwest. The peaceful surroundings, gorgeous lake, beautiful atmosphere, adorable raccoons and cozy feel made it the perfect place to get away, slow down, and enjoy time together.We loved being able to experience the beauty and tranquility of Washington while having a comfortable place to come back to at the end of the day. It’s the kind of place that makes you wish you could stay longer and leaves you already thinking about when you can come back.If you’re looking for a peaceful, memorable getaway in the Yelm area, The Rookery is absolutely worth considering. We’re so glad we found this place and would happily stay here again!Ps if your looking to see mt. Rainier at sunset or sunrise go past the house. Right around the corner is a beautiful spot to catch its beauty from the car. If you want a place to get out and watch it keep heading straight and you’ll end up at the boat dock.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lakehouse

We had a great time at the lake house. It was a beautiful place with all the amenities to help you enjoy a great retreat with family and friends. The owner was really friendly and communicative all the time. Would definitely come back again for a relaxing get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay was perfect

There were 4 of us that stayed at this home, and it was perfect. We came together for a mom friends get together weekend (one friend flying in from Virginia) and it was everything we were looking for. Relaxing location, plenty of space, gorgeous views, easy activities...it had it all! I really hope we make a reason to book this place another time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really just wanted a place to visit with each other. Kids enjoyed kayaking and hot tub as did one of adults. Loved the serene view and room it offered us as agroup. Very clean. Could have used a few more bath towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

This was an amazing home in a perfect location. The bald eagles, the lake, the quiet neighborhood and the easy location were all amazing! I absolutely recommend this property! If there is an opportunity to visit I will definitely look to book this home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Lake House Getaway

Pictures were accurate as this home was GREAT! So many things for our family to do and not far from Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens, which were both places we explored while staying here. Loved playing corn hole, kayaking, paddle boarding, ping pong and especially spending time on the beautiful deck and enjoying the hot tub. Kitchen well appointed and all of the linens throughout were nice too. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay at The Rookery

We had a wonderful stay! The house was we'll-appointed with plenty of room for everyone. The lake was beautiful and quiet with a nice dock for swimming, fishing, boating, etc. The house had a lot of activities for families including Ping pong, games, etc. The views were amazing from the main living area. 10/1p. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun lakeside retreat

We had a lovely stay on the lake. Fishing off the dock, kayaking, and cozy view to bird watch and just enjoy the amazing view. We jisted a wonderfully family dinner and had everything we needed. We did have an issue with a toilet and while it was an inconvence it was quickly addressed and fixed in a few hiurs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing/ Peaceful

I brought my family here to celebrate my husband’s retirement from the military. It was clean, spacious, and had everything you needed.We are a family of 8 ( four teenagers) and our children did not use their electronics one time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and comfortable home with amazing lake views!

We LOVED our stay at the Rookery. I have family that own a place on Lake Lawrence and it was so fun to experience the lake from a different vantage point. The home was so comfortable and beautifully decorated. I absolutely loved looking out the huge windows and having a coffee on the porch in the mornings. This home is stocked with everything you need and so many fun toys as well for enjoying the lake! I would highly recommend the Rookery and would love to come back one day! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stat at The Rookery

We had an amazing stay at the Rookery! Even though the weather wasn’t great, everything else was. We had lake access so that we could fish and go paddle boarding easily. There were bugs, but it wasn’t overwhelming, you could barely notice them, just make sure you keep the screen closed. Overall we had an amazing experience and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing home with tons of things to you with everything you need and more

We had an absolute amazing weekend at the rookery! The home is beautiful, and Stopped with all the essentials of Anne Moore fishing Poles even had bait and little bit of tackle has ping pong table corn hole , basketball hoops, Kayaks And Life jackets. It ended up a beautiful weekend we were even able to go out on the water in the kayaks had a fire pit fire the hot tub! We are even trying to figure out when we can come again and stay maybe during the summer I would recommend this to it everyone you won't be disappointed The house is Awesome and no one wanted to leave it was a great time and lots of great memories will cherish for years to come
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on a beautiful lake! Great for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay here. There was so much to enjoy, like the view of the lake, the use of multiple kayaks and paddle boards, the floating pad, and the hot tub. The fire pit near the water with plenty of chairs around it, and wood provided was great. And when we needed a break from playing on the water and wanted to get out of the sun, we had a blast playing ping pong and other games in the garage game room. I would have liked if there were blackout curtains on the windows in all of the sleeping areas, but would stay here again if I were to go to Lake Lawrence in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Great host. I would highly recommend this property to anyone seeking an updated, and comfortable house on a nice little lake. The host has this house fully stocked with everything that a person needs to enjoy a nice little lake getaway. Good fishing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Most Fabulous 'So-Long Summer' Venue!!!

The owners are very kind and attentive before our stay, and all communication was a breeze during and after. We had four adults, four teens/kids and a wonderful long weekend in September. The pictures are perfectly representative of the property, and the availability of kayaks and fire pits made our weekend! Even when the smoke rolled in mid-stay (it's Washington in summer - wildfires will happen) we came inside with the AIR CONDITIONING (YAY!!!) and played all sorts of games provided in the upstairs living room. The adults loved that there's no TV in the downstairs livingroom, no obstructions of the beautiful view, and birdwatching from the couch! The kids thought the built in bunkbeds were the COOLEST, and having their own TV and space to be kids really kept the peace, ha ha! We are already hoping to book again for the spring - this is a wonderful place to make memories. Thank you for sharing your beautiful lakehouse with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house on the lake

Great location, well appointed house with lots of space for adults and kiddos to play. Plenty of games and water equipment. We had plenty of fun on and in the lake! The lake does have some algae in it but this didn’t bother the kids at all. Wish we had planned a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway!

Beautiful property, plenty of room, & awesome kid space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2022 Family Summer Vacation

Will treasure the memories made at Lake Lawrence this summer with the larger family! Beautiful scenery, soaring eagles, fish biting and fun on the water. Couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AWESOME!

Our family had a wonderful time vacationing here! It was relaxing and peaceful. Plus it was so fun! We hope to return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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