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‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10169.3 sq m
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Yelm, WA
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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
About this property
‘The Rookery’ - Dreamy Home w/ Private Dock!
Treat yourself to a picturesque PNW trip and stay at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental. Known as the ‘Gateway to Mt. Rainier,’ Yelm offers endless outdoor opportunities — from hiking and fishing to golfing, horseback riding, and more. This retreat boasts access to Lake Lawrence, featuring a dock and outdoor entertainment spaces. Roast s’mores by the fire pit, relax in the hot tub under the stars, or spark some competition with the family games provided for endless fun and connection.
-- THE PROPERTY --
60’ Private Lake Access | Kayaks & Paddleboard | Hot Tub | Indoor Game Room | 49-65 Mi to Mount Rainier, Seattle & Puget Sound
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin/Queen Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play, Queen Air Mattress (upon request)
OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck w/ seating & lake views (stocked fishing lake), gas fire pit, private hot tub, wood-burning fireplace w/ seating, kayaks, paddleboard, private boat dock, cornhole, grill
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs, 2 laptop-friendly workspaces, board games, book selection, ping-pong table, 2-player basketball game, foosball table, ceiling fans, en-suite bathroom
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, Keurig coffee maker, electric kettle, blender, Crockpot, toaster oven, spices, breakfast bar
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central A/C & heating, high chair, hair dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level property, stairs required to access
FAQ: 1 external security camera (facing roadside entrance)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (4 vehicles), boat trailer parking allowed on-site (1 trailer), EV charger (220v w/ a max of 60 amps, NEMA 14 wall outlet)
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Lake Lawrence (on-site access), Lake Lawrence Public Boat Launch (0.6 miles), Windy Beach (8.9 miles), Clear Lake (8.9 miles), Harts Lake (13.4 miles)
TEE OFF: Tahoma Valley Golf Course (8.8 miles), Capitol City Golf Club (18.3 miles), Indian Summer Golf & Country Club (18.8 miles), Eagle's Pride Golf Course (22.0 miles), Lake Spanaway Golf Course (22.5 miles), The Classic Golf Club (23.9 miles), The Home Course (25.4 miles)
HIKING: Yelm-Tenino Trail (8.6 miles), Fossil Rock (12.2 miles), Nisqually State Park (24.0 miles), Sequalitchew Creek Trail Head (24.5 miles), Bud Blancher Trail (25.3 miles), Eatonville Waterfalls Trail (25.5 miles), Four Cedars Trail (26.7 miles), McMillin Trailhead (37.4 miles), Point Defiance Park (39.2 miles), Mount Rainier National Park (49.9 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Yelm (8.5 miles), Cascades Camp & Conference Center (8.6 miles), Monarch Sculpture Park and Art Center (11.8 miles), Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm (19.0 miles), Left Foot Farm (20.0 miles), Stringtown Cellars (21.0 miles), Northwest Trek Wildlife Park (22.5 miles), Olympia (23.7 miles), Percival Landing Park (24.7 miles), Tacoma (34.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (51.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the garage, facing outward toward the driveway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video when activated by motion
- NOTE: This property can also be found at the links below
- https://www.facebook.com/TheRookeryDockside/
- https://www.instagram.com/therookerydockside/
-- THE PROPERTY --
60’ Private Lake Access | Kayaks & Paddleboard | Hot Tub | Indoor Game Room | 49-65 Mi to Mount Rainier, Seattle & Puget Sound
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin/Queen Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play, Queen Air Mattress (upon request)
OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck w/ seating & lake views (stocked fishing lake), gas fire pit, private hot tub, wood-burning fireplace w/ seating, kayaks, paddleboard, private boat dock, cornhole, grill
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs, 2 laptop-friendly workspaces, board games, book selection, ping-pong table, 2-player basketball game, foosball table, ceiling fans, en-suite bathroom
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, Keurig coffee maker, electric kettle, blender, Crockpot, toaster oven, spices, breakfast bar
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central A/C & heating, high chair, hair dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level property, stairs required to access
FAQ: 1 external security camera (facing roadside entrance)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (4 vehicles), boat trailer parking allowed on-site (1 trailer), EV charger (220v w/ a max of 60 amps, NEMA 14 wall outlet)
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Lake Lawrence (on-site access), Lake Lawrence Public Boat Launch (0.6 miles), Windy Beach (8.9 miles), Clear Lake (8.9 miles), Harts Lake (13.4 miles)
TEE OFF: Tahoma Valley Golf Course (8.8 miles), Capitol City Golf Club (18.3 miles), Indian Summer Golf & Country Club (18.8 miles), Eagle's Pride Golf Course (22.0 miles), Lake Spanaway Golf Course (22.5 miles), The Classic Golf Club (23.9 miles), The Home Course (25.4 miles)
HIKING: Yelm-Tenino Trail (8.6 miles), Fossil Rock (12.2 miles), Nisqually State Park (24.0 miles), Sequalitchew Creek Trail Head (24.5 miles), Bud Blancher Trail (25.3 miles), Eatonville Waterfalls Trail (25.5 miles), Four Cedars Trail (26.7 miles), McMillin Trailhead (37.4 miles), Point Defiance Park (39.2 miles), Mount Rainier National Park (49.9 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Yelm (8.5 miles), Cascades Camp & Conference Center (8.6 miles), Monarch Sculpture Park and Art Center (11.8 miles), Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm (19.0 miles), Left Foot Farm (20.0 miles), Stringtown Cellars (21.0 miles), Northwest Trek Wildlife Park (22.5 miles), Olympia (23.7 miles), Percival Landing Park (24.7 miles), Tacoma (34.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (51.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This multi-level property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the garage, facing outward toward the driveway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video when activated by motion
- NOTE: This property can also be found at the links below
- https://www.facebook.com/TheRookeryDockside/
- https://www.instagram.com/therookerydockside/
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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.

Yelm, WA
What's nearby
- Nisqually Red Wind Casino - 27 min drive - 27.2 km
- Millersylvania State Park - 33 min drive - 43.5 km
- Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound - 35 min drive - 45.7 km
- NW Sports Hub - 40 min drive - 55.5 km
- Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 44 min drive - 44.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
- Taco Bell - 15 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 15 min drive
- Happy Trails Espresso - 15 min drive
- Starbucks - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cullette S.
31 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cullette S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
14 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together for a 50th Wedding anniversary.
Susan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John and Georgia P.
21 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Georgia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ming H.
8 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lakehouse
Ming H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenna P.
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect
Jenna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay L.
5 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional
Lindsay L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura J.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Lake House Getaway
Laura J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kady
26 September 2025
Beautiful and comfortable home with amazing lake views!
Kady
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
27 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay at The Rookery
Melissa W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Crystal
27 April 2024
Amazing/ Peaceful
Crystal
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jocelyn D.
6 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun lakeside retreat
Jocelyn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theresa S.
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stat at The Rookery
Theresa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Devon
7 July 2023
Amazing home with tons of things to you with everything you need and more
Devon
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessie N.
16 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Most Fabulous 'So-Long Summer' Venue!!!
Jessie N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ally C.
25 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the lake
Ally C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather E.
1 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway!
Heather E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theresa H.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2022 Family Summer Vacation
Theresa H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lesa H.
4 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AWESOME!
Lesa H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Don COx
8 June 2022
Rockery
Don COx
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindi C.
21 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great new listing - wonderful family weekend
Cindi C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica F.
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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