One of the LAST remaining vacant waterfront parcels on Long Lake! This .5432-acre rectangular lot delivers 110ft of swimmable waterfront with gorgeous southwestern exposure, meaning your future dream home gets the golden-hour evening light everybody wants! From this aerial perspective, you can really appreciate the setting with Holmes Island sitting directly across the water adding privacy and visual interest. Beyond that island sits Long Lake Park beach access, while the water glimmering further in the distance is Hicks Lake just beyond Carpenter Rd. Add nearby Pattison Lake and suddenly you are living in a full-blown lake lovers playground. Tucked within the Lacey Urban Growth Area, this property offers the rare combo of raw natural waterfront beauty plus close proximity to urban services, nearby sewer connection, public water nearby on lot side of street & easy access to shopping, dining and I-5. Dream house material with zero HOA drama attached.
From directly above the lake, you can really appreciate just how rare this opportunity actually is. One of the last remaining vacant waterfront parcels on Long Lake, this .5432-acre property delivers an exceptionally gentle slope toward 110 feet of shoreline, something that becomes harder and harder to find as more waterfront lots get built out over time. The surrounding neighboring homes beautifully demonstrate the versatility of the terrain too. Some owners have embraced terraced landscaping and elevated outdoor living spaces to maximize sweeping lake views, while others have opted for softer rolling lawns flowing directly into the water. This parcel gives you the freedom to decide your own version of lakefront living instead of inheriting somebody else’s choices. And somehow it still manages to feel worlds away while remaining incredibly accessible at roughly one hour from Seattle and two hours from Portland. Build the dream house. Build the “we should have done this years ago” prop
Beautiful waterfront to start enjoying this year. There is no better place to enjoy the PNW summers.
Long Lake has earned a serious reputation locally as one of the best swimming lakes in Thurston County, and once you see the water in person it becomes pretty obvious why people love it so much. Open year-round, the lake stretches roughly 2 miles long and is formed by two larger basins connected through a narrow channel, giving it a really beautiful varied shape, and much more fun to kayak in! Water feeding in from nearby Pattison Lake eventually flows through Woodland Creek and Lois Lake toward Henderson Inlet, helping support the healthy lake ecosystem and recreation people enjoy here year after year. And yes, the neighborhood lake culture is alive and well too! Every New Year’s Day, the nearby Long Lake Park area on the other side of Holmes Island hosts an annual Polar Bear Plunge, so if you hear cheering laughter and suspicious levels of screaming across the water on January 1st, congratulations, you officially live on a fun lake!
Standing at the waterfront, you immediately understand why people fight so hard to get onto Long Lake and never want to leave! The mature trees lining the shoreline create this gorgeous layered natural backdrop, so you cannot quite capture the entire 110 feet of frontage from ground level in one shot, but honestly that only adds to the secluded tucked-away feeling of the property. The waterfront actually usable and swimmable right from day one, kayaks, paddleboards, fishing, waterskiing, jet skis, swimming, sunset boat rides, all of it starts right here from your own future backyard. Raw waterfront land with this kind of recreational potential is becoming incredibly hard to find, especially on a lake large enough to genuinely enjoy motorized boating activities without feeling cramped.
This street-side view really starts highlighting why this parcel has so much potential compared to many raw waterfront lots that come loaded with logistical headaches before you even begin planning. The gated driveway already establishes access into the property, power is conveniently located right nearby at the pole, public water sits on the property side of the street and nearby sewer access may make sense but most likely a septic will be the financially wise option unless all the neighbors want it to be run and want to pitch in. Near the front left side by the road, there also appears to be a flagged stake marking what is believed to be a lot corner location. And while the property remains beautifully raw and forested for now, that untouched condition is part of the appeal because buyers have the opportunity to selectively shape the lot around the trees, privacy and lake views they value most instead of inheriting somebody else’s questionable landscaping decisions from 1984.
Just beyond the gated driveway entrance, the world starts feeling quieter fast. This over-half-acre waterfront parcel unfolds into its own little forested retreat with towering trees, lush undergrowth and a gentle slope leading naturally down toward the lake instead of some terrifying cliffside situation requiring hiking boots and emotional preparation. The setting feels wonderfully tucked away and private while still sitting inside the Lacey Urban Growth Area, which is a huge advantage for future development potential because you are positioned near established infrastructure, nearby sewer access, public water on the lot side of the road and all the conveniences that come with being close to an urban service area. Translation: you get the “middle of nowhere” feeling without ACTUALLY being in the middle of nowhere. No feasibility studies have been completed yet, leaving the next owner the opportunity to explore and shape the vision for this rare waterfront property themselves.
This section of the property really captures the magic of raw waterfront land in the Pacific Northwest. Dense native greenery, mature trees and natural undergrowth create a gorgeous forested backdrop where you can begin envisioning exactly how much privacy, sunlight and lake exposure you want to carve out for a future home. And nestled within it all sits this charming old brick fireplace area that practically begs for temporary campsite chairs, late-night marshmallow disasters and sketching dream-house ideas over a cooler while listening to the lake nearby. It adds so much personality to the property already. Another major plus is the lack of easements across the parcel, giving future owners full use of the entire .5432-acre footprint without needing to accommodate outside access routes or shared-use complications. Rare flexibility, gorgeous natural setting and a blank canvas with real potential.
Here you finally start getting a fuller sense of the incredible 110 feet of waterfront stretching along this rare Long Lake parcel. With strong southwestern exposure leaning even more toward western skies, this property is absolutely set up for those glowing golden-hour evenings where the entire lake starts reflecting orange, pink and gold, and unlike some waterfront lots where the shoreline is all marsh and regret, this stretch of Long Lake is beautifully swimmable and ready for actual use. Long Lake itself spans roughly 300+ acres and supports everything from kayaking and paddleboarding to waterskiing, tubing and jet skiing. Fishing enthusiasts will especially appreciate the variety here too, with largemouth bass, rainbow trout, yellow perch, rock bass and more found throughout the lake. Raw waterfront land with this much usable shoreline, western sun exposure and recreation potential is getting harder and harder to find around Thurston County.
This north-facing aerial really drives home how perfectly positioned this property is between nature and convenience. Looking out beyond the lot, you can spot nearby Seven Oaks Elementary School, while further north the greenery stretching through the distance includes the beautiful Karen Fraser Woodland Trail and surrounding Woodland Creek Community Park area. Beyond that sits the Regional Athletic Complex, and then suddenly you are right into the massive convenience hub surrounding Hawks Prairie with shopping, restaurants, coffee, groceries, services and Costco all within easy reach. Even I-5 access is less than 10 minutes away, which means this property somehow manages to feel hidden away in a forested lake setting while still keeping you incredibly connected to daily life.
From this southwest aerial perspective, you really start appreciating the layered beauty of this entire lake system. Holmes Island anchors the center view while nearby Hicks Lake stretches into the distance beyond, highlighting how interconnected and water-rich this whole area feels. This property sits within the northern basin of Long Lake, the section nearest Hicks Lake, while the southern basin extends out beyond the right side of this image. The setting feels peaceful, scenic and wonderfully tucked away from heavier activity areas while still giving full access to all the lake recreation people love here. The property also falls within the North Thurston Public Schools district including Seven Oaks Elementary School, Nisqually Middle School and River Ridge High School. Students may additionally pursue enrollment through Aspire Middle School, a lottery-based public middle school program with an arts-centered curriculum emphasizing visual and performing arts opportunities.
From this southwest aerial perspective, you really start appreciating the layered beauty of this entire lake system. Holmes Island anchors the center view while nearby Hicks Lake stretches into the distance beyond, highlighting how interconnected and water-rich this whole area feels. This property sits within the northern basin of Long Lake, the section nearest Hicks Lake, while the southern basin extends out beyond the right side of this image. The setting feels peaceful, scenic and wonderfully tucked away from heavier activity areas while still giving full access to all the lake recreation people love here. The property also falls within the North Thurston Public Schools district including Seven Oaks Elementary School, Nisqually Middle School and River Ridge High School. Students may additionally pursue enrollment through Aspire Middle School, a lottery-based public middle school program with an arts-centered curriculum emphasizing visual and performing arts opportunities.
This closer shot of the lot really lets the personality start shining through. The street side is lined with tall mature evergreens creating that immediate Pacific Northwest “private forest retreat” feeling, while the vegetation gradually transitions into more deciduous trees as you move closer toward the waterfront, allowing more seasonal light and openness near the lake. It creates such a naturally layered setting for future home design because you can preserve privacy where you want it while selectively opening lake views exactly how you envision them. You can also see the surrounding waterfront homes tucked throughout the shoreline, many clearly showing strong pride of ownership and beautifully maintained properties that help reinforce the overall quality and appeal of this Long Lake neighborhood. And way off in the far southeast distance, yes, that is Mount Rainier peeking out in the corner!
Street side view of the entry to the parcel.
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There is a lot of development around, but this sits on a quiet street on your own 1/2+ acre property.
This angle shows how very rare a vacant lot is on the long lake waterfront. Start dreaming and planning your for next home.
From this eastern-facing aerial perspective, you start realizing how incredibly rich this entire surrounding area is with natural beauty and recreation. Nearby Seven Oaks Elementary School sits just a few streets from the property, while further out you can see McAllister Community Park and the peaceful natural corridor surrounding McAllister Creek. Beyond that lies the Nisqually Indian Reservation and the broader watershed areas connected to the Nisqually River. To the left sits the stunning Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, one of the Pacific Northwest’s most treasured wildlife habitats. The entire area surrounding this property feels deeply connected to water, wildlife and outdoor living while still remaining incredibly accessible to Lacey amenities and freeway access nearby.
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