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Live the Life of Luxury on the Lake at American Lake!
12746 Gravelly Lake Dr Sw, Lakewood WA
The Essentials:
4,214 Sq. Ft.
.67 Lakefront Lot
50′ No Bank Waterfront with Full Western Exposure!
4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
Built By Street of Dreams Builder Legacy Homes
Dock Includes Water and Electric
Offered for $1,750,000
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For the first time ever on the market we welcome you to this prestigious 4 bedroom and 3.5 bath home built by the Street of Dreams custom builder, Legacy Homes! This paradise of a property is ideally situated on a beautifully manicured .670 acre lot next to the Tacoma Country and Golf Club on American Lake in Lakewood . If waterfront living in the South Sound is what your heart desires it doesn’t get any better than this!
From the moment you enter the majestic tree-lined gated entrance you’ll know you’re somewhere special!
Take your time and enjoy the scenery as you drive up the long winding driveway on this estate like setting that will take your breath away.
There is plenty of space for multiple guests and a handsome 2 car garage with carport
Enter through a stunning etched glass door and enjoy rich hardwoods and the views of the lake from the main floor.
Cozy up by the tastefully appointed fireplace and enjoy the full western exposure views with remarkable waterfront sunsets. It is interesting to note that this property enjoys a rare privacy as well as waterfront appeal combined! You’ll be surrounded by acreage on all sides with 1,100 acres of American Lake right in front of you!
The peaceful and inspired sunset canvas you’ll be enjoying living here is the inspiration for your dreams and just what the soul needs…
Pass into the dining area on your way to the kitchen and picture the gatherings of friends and family as you enjoy a meal together. Watch the boaters, water skiers, kayakers and fisher people enjoying the great outdoors. After your meal, grab the sunscreen and get out there and enjoy the great outdoors with them!
The chef won’t miss a moment of the action with the view while cooking up something special. Top of the line amenities like slab granite in this lovely kitchen will not disappoint!
Enjoy stainless appliances and a Viking Professional gas cook top stove nestled into these beautifully rich cabinets and built ins.
Just past the kitchen is the utility room complete with ample cabinetry and tile counters with a mud sink.
Even when the Pacific Northwest weather does not cooperate you can fire up the barbecue and dine alfresco off the covered deck and take in the fresh air.
Continue around the main floor and find a den/office as well as a half bath
Continue on the main floor to one of two bedrooms that enjoys hardwood floors and a door that leads to a deck
The full bath on the main floor
The second bedroom on the main floor
Head upstairs to the private oasis, The Master Suite. Imagine waking each day to the incredible view of American Lake.
Create your own mood at night with a gas fireplace in the Master. Upgrades to this home also feature two furnaces plus a heat pump with A/C for the days when it gets a bit warm outside. It is also important to note that the Master Suite features a Mini Split so that you can control the heat and cooling with ease.
Start your day on the private deck just through these doors and relax, meditate with a cup of coffee in this tranquil setting!
Your view from the Master Suite deck will make you feel like you’re always on a stay-cation!
Head into the well appointed Master Bath complete with hardwood flooring, a jetted tub and dual vanity sinks. After a long day grab a glass of liquid relaxation and let the jets work their magic 🙂
The Master Bath also features a tall standing walk in shower adorned in tile, a private toilet room and a large walk in closet
Make your way down to the lower level of this gorgeous custom home and find much more. This spacious family room has french doors that lead you conveniently outside to the waterfront.
The lower level also features this incredible bonus space currently used as an exercise room.
Continue where you’ll find a large bedroom that enjoys the spectacular views as well.
Why not start the day with a warm morning swim in the lake? You’re just a few steps away…
If you love entertaining just imagine the parties to be thrown here! But if you’re not in the mood for entertaining at home the Tacoma Country and Golf Club, which has a longstanding reputation as one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in the nation, it is the perfect place to celebrate special events. They can easily accommodate 200 guests. You will enjoy an 18 hole pristine gold course, fine dining in their grill, lounge, tennis, a fitness center and a swimming pool . If you are looking for another course to play the Oakbrook Golf Club opened their doors to the public in 2012.
Fishing is a popular activity at American Lake, with cutthroat trout, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, rock bass, smallmouth bass, Sockeye salmon (kokanee) and yellow perch the most sought-after game fish. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife regularly monitors the health of the fishery and stocks favored species regularly. Its a magnificent view from a fishing pole!
The thoughtful layout of this lot maximizes the views while minimizing property taxes.
Conveniently located in Lakewood, which is nestled between Tacoma and Olympia, you can fulfill all your shopping needs at Lakewood Towne Center. Don’t miss some of the historic landmarks in the area. Take a tour of the stunning Lakewood Gardens or visit Thornewood Castle, which you can also view from the lake while boating! Feel like a fun night out? Try the Lake City Pub, a Gastropub/Sports Bar that features a full menu, local craft brews. Get your game on with pulltabs, pool, shuffleboard and darts.
Golf Course Living with a 3 Bed/ 2 Bath Rambler on the 15th Fairway in Oakbrook!
8001 Onyx Dr. SW, Lakewood WA 98498
The Essentials:
2,092 Sq. Ft.
9,512 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
2 Car Attached Garage
Right on the 15th Fairway!
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If you’ve dreamed of living on the golf course look no further! This turn-key rambler is located on the 15th Fairway of the Oakbrook Golf Club, one of Washington’s finest golf facilities that is accessible for those with all skill levels. The 18 hole, 6,700+ yard championship course is suited for competitive players, recreational golfers, or an experienced veteran and is just outside the patio door! If you love the outdoors, there’s much more to offer in this area of Lakewood WA as well!
Enjoy easy, one level living in this superbly maintained home with a new composition roof (installed in 2019), a new furnace and A/C unit installed in 2018, a repainted exterior in 2017, and a new hot water tank in 2015! Pass into the living room that has an efficient gas fireplace for the chilly months to keep you warm and cozy.
The living area leads into the kitchen
Note the built in cabinetry to the right convenient for storing away neatly your extra things and it comes with shelving to display knickknacks or picture frames. You can place a dining table here for informal meals and there is a breakfast bar as well to enjoy a light snack.
Step into the kitchen on laminate hardwood flooring that extends from the eating area.
This beautiful kitchen has received an upgrade with newer cabinets and granite tile tops! Enjoy all stainless appliances such as a 4 gas burner stove, a built in microwave, a dishwasher and a side by side refrigerator/freezer with ice-maker in the door. Watch a little live golf action from the kitchen window making doing the dishes a lot more entertaining!
Pass into the dining room that blends in with the family room and enjoy a ton of windows facing the 15th fairway. This slider leads to the patio where you can step easily in and out if you’re barbecuing or entertaining guests.
The family room is light and bright with vaulted ceilings and windows galore that can be opened from the bottom to let a fresh breeze filter through.
Continue through to find the main bath complete with over-sized tile counters and a beautiful decor wash basin. The mirrors are huge and you can place a boudoir chair here for fine tuning the makeup and hair for the day!
Step into the Master Suite that overlooks the golf course and enjoy a sliding glass door that leads to a separate patio where you can relax with a morning cup of joe and watch the action unfold.
The private Master Bath will not disappoint with solid surface counters and tile floors. It has recently received an upgrade with a lovely jetted tub, too.
Need to relax and unwind? Grab a glass of liquid relaxation and give yourself a little spa time in the jetted tub!
Then head down to one of two additional large bedrooms complete with ceiling fan. There are ceiling fans in many rooms of this delightful home!
Make your way to the third bedroom
And finally your tour of the interior leads you to the separate utility room
Now let’s head outside…
Your back patio is right next to the fairway on this lovely, well-maintained Oakbrook Golf Course!
Set up the patio table and chairs and cook outdoors, watch the birds (or should I say “Birdies”?) and enjoy cozy peaceful living!
Life will always be peaceful and relaxing with your view of lush greens and ample oak trees as your canvas! Grab the golf clubs and get outdoors or just take a leisurely stroll
This home is perfectly situated next to the 15th fairway as you can see! This isn’t just your average golf course, in fact it is far from it! Ryan Moore, PGA Tour professional and Tacoma native, brings his knowledge of championship golf to Oakbrook Golf Club through Ryan Moore Golf ownership, to continually improve the golf course and elevate the overall guest experience. Through Ryan’s ties to the local community, Oakbrook Golf Club is dedicated to increasing the demand for quality golf in the area. Feel like dining out? Enjoy a modern atmosphere and great Northwest cuisine at the Oakhouse Restaurant & Bar with a backdrop of the 18th hole! If golf isn’t your thing that’s ok, too! Just minutes away you’ll find the amazing Fort Steilacoom Park with features that include an expansive trail system, baseball, softball and soccer fields, a state-of-the-art playground, permanent orienteering course, a radio controlled aircraft area for hobbyists, off-leash dog park, two picnic shelters and year-round restrooms. They even have a dedicated 5k route through trails and walkers can follow the Discovery Trail markers around a nearly 1-mile long paved Waughop Lake Trail loop that surrounds a lake. Lakewood is an amazing place to live if you love the outdoors!
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3 Bedroom Rambler in Lakewood!
9018 Wildwood Ave SW, Lakewood
The Essentials:
1,693 Sq. Ft.
10,440 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom
Attached Garage and Carport
Offered for $245,000
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As you enter this 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,693 sq. ft. home in Lakewood you are welcomed by parquet floors
and a wood burning fireplace. Continue from the living room into the dining room and kitchen.
There is ample storage in the kitchen and the slider leads to the enclosed patio area.
Bring your imagination and tool belt, there is plenty of sweat-equity in this home!
There is also a spacious family room with a gas stove.
Beyond the enclosed patio is the backyard where you will find ample extra storage!
There is also an expansive lawn waiting for your green thumb!
Nestled in Lakewood just minutes from American Lake and American Lake Park where
you can launch your boat at the public boat launch, swim, or enjoy the playground while you picnic.
A bit further away, but worth the drive, is Fort Steilacoom Park which offers a plethora of outdoor activity
options. Head to Lakewood Towne Center to catch a movie at the AMC Lowes Theater or dine out at one of the
many restaurants in the area. You can also head west and enjoy the quaint waterfront city of Steilacoom where you can watch
the ferries come and go to Anderson and Ketron Islands and enjoy stunning sunsets over the Olympic Mountains.
Conveniently located near I-5 making a commute to Tacoma or Olympia a breeze and less than 10 minutes from Joint Base Lewis- McCord!
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Immaculate 3 Bedroom Home with American Lake Easement and Shared Dock!
8918 Frances Folsom St SW, Lakewood
The Essentials:
4,924 Sq. Ft.
14,750 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
Easement to American Lake
Shared Dock with 3 other homeowners
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Immaculate Lakewood home. 4,924 sq. ft. 3 bedroom home with an easement to American Lake. Sitting proudly on a landscaped 14,750 sq. ft. lot this home has been fully updated and carefully maintained. After you pass through the foyer you are greeted by the living room. Gleaming hardwood floors are underfoot and the gas fireplace will keep you cozy.
Continue into the kitchen and you will not be disappointed. Beautiful two tone cabinets and slab granite countertops as well as stainless steel appliances await. Grocery shopping is easy with Lakewood Towne Center a quick 10 minute drive away.
The dining room easily accommodates a large table for gatherings! This could also be used as a family room off the kitchen.
The sunny breakfast nook leads to the amazing outdoor room.
Step down to the patio and you'll feel as though you're living at a resort! The impressive floor to ceiling fireplace is perfect for gathering around on cool summer evenings. Roast hot dogs and s'mores for a late night snack. Enjoy dining al fresco no matter the weather and gaze up through the skylights at the stars! Mature landscaping provides privacy for the backyard. American Lake Park is less than a 1/2 mile away with 5 acres to stretch your legs, a playground for the little ones, and a public boat launch, making it ultra convenient to launch your boat when it is not moored at the shared dock!
From here follow the easement down to American Lake for endless hours of fun! The dock is shared with 3 other homeowners. Pick up some coffee and sandwiches from Lake City Perk Cafe and enjoy a carefree day on the lake!
Swimming, sun bathing, fishing, boating and kayaking are all steps away from home! Gaze across the lake at the stunning grounds of Thornewood Castle.
Back inside you'll find a luxurious and spacious master suite. Handsome gas fireplace and built in cabinets and bookcases. Escape upstairs to curl up with a book.
The attached master bathroom has dual vanities and a large jetted tub.
Separate commode and walk in shower provide privacy.
There are two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom upstairs as well as the laundry room.
Head downstairs and you'll find plenty of space for fun when the weather isn't cooperating! Large family room for hours of movie marathons!
Game room with a wet bar and lots of additional storage!
There is also a spacious office that could be a craft room, home gym, artistic retreat, or …? Three quarter bathroom on the lower level as well.
The beautiful landscaping is easy to maintain with a sprinkler system and the handsome fence and mature landscaping provide privacy.
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Two Duplexes Close to JBLM for Sale!
14521 – 14523
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14607 – 14609
W Thorne Lane, Lakewood
The Essentials:
Two Duplexes
Each Unit is:
1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
432 Sq. Ft.
1 Attached Carport
Large Level Lots
Garden Space for Tenants
Offered for $289,000
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Just over a 1/2 mile from Harry Todd Park and next to Youth for Christ's Tillicum's Youth and Family Ministry sit two duplexes that each have one bedroom, one bathroom units with attached carports. One vacant unit is availble for showings and is pictured below. Rents currently appear to be under market with 2 at $475 and 2 at $575.
Clean and tidy living / dining room with laminate flooring and an efficient kitchen. Natural light from the large front window.
There are two doors into the unit allowing ample airflow during the summer months.
A view of the bedroom with attached full bathroom.
Another exterior view of one of the duplexes. Each has a dedicated carport.
There is also a substantial garden area for tenants to use on the Southern lot.
Tenants can own food in the raised beds!
Local ammenties include Lakewood Towne Center, which is about 15 mintues away by car and offers a mix of 40 stores including retail, resturants, entertainment, and services. It's a quick 10 mintue drive to the Logistics Gate at Joint Fort Lewis McChord. Tenants can enjoy picnicing and swimming at Harry Todd Park, it encompasses 17 acres.
Elegant Tacoma Country and Golf Club Lakefront Home!
96 Country Club Circle Sw, Lakewood
The Essentials:
5,861 Sq. Ft.
.840 Acre Waterfront Lot
81 Feet of Lakeshore
3 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
Steel Frame Construction
400 Sq. Ft. Dock
2 Car Garage and 1 Car Garage
Offered for $1,595,000
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Live the life of luxury at this stunning French Country inspired 5,861 sq. ft. home sitting on a fully landscaped and irrigated .840 acre lot in the Tacoma Country and Golf Club on American Lake. This private gated community provides unsurpassed security and amenities in Lakewood.
As you enter through the formal courtyard you are greeted by exquisite landscaping and powder coated (for ease of maintenance) cast iron railings and gate. Continue into the home where unobstructed views of American Lake await.
With a 400 Sq. Ft. dock, 81 feet of lakeshore, with room for 2 boats (and plenty of fish hiding beneath) the impressive outdoor entertaining area will surely become one of your favorite amenities this impressive home provides including an in-ground 1,000 gallon (8 person) spa.
As you meander around the manicured grounds and huge custom stamped concrete patio you’ll find the outdoor kitchen, perfect for your 4th of July BBQ, as well as a natural gas fire pit to keep you warm during sunset. The current owners have comfortably entertained parties upwards of 80 people on the patio and lakeside yard.
You will not be disappointed at the attention to detail inside the home either. Steel framing provides long term structural durability and safety. Rest assured no details have been missed in this home. As you pass through the foyer notice the extensive use of hardwood flooring and marble throughout. The formal living room is a grand space with 12′ ceilings, crown molding, dual brass chandeliers, gold-plated and wall sconces, a custom built over-sized marble fireplace, as well as breathtaking views of American Lake.
The kitchen is outfitted with more built in appliances than you can imagine such as the wok burner, built-in deep fryer, with easy drain system, indoor barbecue grill, gas heated griddle, gas salamander, dual Fisher & Paykel double drawer dishwashers (1 in the butler’s pantry), Viking trash compactor, Thermador warming drawer, Sub-zero refrigerator and freezer, custom stainless steel range hood that is 14′ long and built to restaurant specifications, as well as a commercial 6-burner cooking range.
The cabinets are custom designed Cherry wood with slab granite countertops. Marble floors underfoot.
The fully outfitted butler’s pantry makes catered parties a breeze.
One of the three dining spaces within the home.
Continue upstairs to the grand master suite. The private deck overlooks the lake and the glass two sided fireplace looks into the office.
The generous spa like master bathroom is steeped in luxury.
The lower levels is home to two additional bedrooms, each with their own bathroom with marble flooring, a home gym, and the rec room which is shown below. When the weather isn’t cooperating there are plenty of options for indoor entertaining!
Step out onto the custom stamped concrete patio from the lower level and make your way down to the dock.
Look back at the perfectly manicured lawn from the dock, and imagine the parties to be thrown. If you’re not in the mood for entertaining at home the Tacoma Country and Golf Club, which has a longstanding reputation as one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in the nation, it is the perfect place to celebrate special events. They can easily accommodate 200 guests. As a member you will enjoy fine dining in their grill, lounge, or poolside. They have a resident Pro, Greg Smith, to help you hone your skills for a tennis match. They also offer outstanding Junior Programs for golf and tennis as well as swimming lessons and a swim team. If you are looking for another course to play the Oakbrook Golf Club opened their doors to the public in 2012.
Conveniently located in Lakewood, which is nestled between Tacoma and Olympia, you can fulfill all your shopping needs at Lakewood Towne Center. Don’t miss some of the historic landmarks in the area. Take a tour of the stunning Lakewood Gardens or visit Thornewood Castle, which you can also view from the lake while boating! If you’re traveling the Sea-Tac Airport is 42 mintues away, and it’s a quick 24 minute drive to the Tacoma Narrows Airport.
Lakefront Mid Century Modern Home on 1.5 Acres
44 Country Club Drive SW, Lakewood
The Essentials:
3,596 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms
1.5 Acre Lot
255 Ft. of American Lake Frontage
Dock and Former Seaplane Platform
Offered for $1,725,000
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Sitting proudly on what is arguably, one of the finest lots in the Tacoma Country and Golf Club, this stunning 3,596 sq. ft. Mid Century Modern home was designed by Marshall W. Perrow, a Tacoma architect who designed Geiger Elementary School, Reed Elementary, and Baker Jr. High School, as well as Johnny's Dock Restaurant. The lakefront home was built in 1951 for Tom Carstens, the well known owner of Autohaus who brought Porsche and Audi to Tacoma. With 255 ft of American Lake frontage you will not be disappointed by the backyard view!
As you step into the one owner home you are greeted by a wall of windows, and handsome stone floors.
The multilevel home has a unique layout with stunning lake views from the living room.
Step out onto the flagstone patio and soak in the breathtaking views. This is lakefront living at it's finest! The dock and former seaplane platform are in place for swimming and fishing!
The original kitchen is intact with modern cabinets, and a lovely lake view from the built in breakfast nook. Imagine sipping a steaming cup of coffee from this cozy spot as you start the day.
If you're taking the night off as chef head over to the Tacoma Country and Golf Club, where as members you can enjoy all that club life has to offer. Fine dining is available at the grill, in the lounge, or poolside! Enjoy a game of tennis, you can take lessons from their Pro, Greg Smith, and they have well known Junior Programs for golf, tennis, and a swim team as well as lessons! There are plenty of social activities at the club such as weekday afternoon card games, bi-monthly wine tasting, and Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter buffets, allowing you to enjoy the holidays without having to cook or clean! These celebrations are steeped in history and you can see Tom Carstens at the Halloween barn dance in 1937 here.
There are four spacious bedrooms, one of which is the large master suite with an attached full bathroom. Walls of windows look out over the manicured grounds to American Lake.
The generous master bathroom with built in cabinetry.
The original owner, Tom Carstens, was a well know automobile man. His #14 Allard Js ruled West Coast Racing from 1951-52. You can see the driver, Bill Pollack, in action in the video below.
In addition to the attached 2 car garage, there is a showroom like detached garage will house 4+ cars and with an additional attached room with a full bathroom! This is not your typical 'man-cave'! This is the perfect spot for guests, multi-generational living, adult children, live in staff, home office, media room… imagine the possibilities!
Living in Lakewood is an easy choice. You're only 42 minutes to the Sea-Tac Airport, and 24 minutes to the Tacoma Narrows Airport. Fulfill your shopping needs at Lakewood Towne Center, where you'll find 40 stores of retail, restaurants, services, and entertainment, it's a quick 10 minute drive there. Lakewood Gardens is a 10 acre private garden that is open to visitors and can be reserved for private events, such as weddings. Stop by Thornewood Castle, the only private castle on the west coast, which is available for weddings, private events, or overnight stays at the Bed and Breakfast. This is the perfect spot for out of town visitors as it is steeped in history and is only a mile away!
Ready to make this unique, one owner lakefront home yours?
Secluded English Cottage Just off Lake Steilacoom
10223 Green Lane SW, Lakewood
The Essentials:
1,558 finished Sq. Ft.
784 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement
11,085 Sq. Ft. Lot
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
1 Car Attached Garage + 2 Car Attached Carport
Partial Steilacoom Lake View
Offered for $299,900
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Enter into the light and bright living room of this darling, well cared for English cottage. Proudly sitting on a secluded cul de sac steps from Steilacoom Lake this 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home is bathed in natural light and charm.
Continue into the dining room complete with period details such as the gleaming hardwood floors and built ins. Your guests can enjoy gazing out at the landscaped backyard while you prepare meals.
Light and bright kitchen with sunny tile countertops and backsplash. Crisp white cabinets and appliances complete the look. If you prefer to let other's doing the cooking there are plenty of local options at Lakewood Town Center which is only a 1/2 mile away! Ride your bikes up for some ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery or grab dinner at Red Robin before taking in a movie at AMC Lowes Theater.
Upstairs you will find a lovely master suite overlooking Steilacoom Lake. Unique and interesting spaces with plenty of room for a sitting area this is a wonderful private retreat.
The attached full bathroom has been updated and is cleverly tucked away. There is an additional finished room across from the master suite which could be a perfect nursery, artistic retreat, study, walk in closet or…? The possibilities are endless!
Downstairs you will find two more large bedrooms that overlook the landscaped yard.
Step outside onto the charming patio and fire up the grill or smoker just in time to enjoy the fabulous PNW summers. Pick up your favorite cut from AA Meats, a local butcher shop serving the community since 1955.
Spill out onto the fully landscaped yard and enjoy a game of lawn bowling or bocce ball. There is also a well equipped play station for the small ones!
A closer look at the play station! Why leave home when you have this in your backyard?
Side view of the handsome English cottage. There is tremendous storage in the basement garage, and the carport keeps your vehicles out of the rain or could be an ideal spot to park your boat. Dropping anchor in Steilacoom Lake is a breeze with Edgewater Park only a mile away! There is a plethora of outdoor activity options within a few miles of this home. South Puget Sound Wildlife Area encompasses 90 acres and is now the Lakewood Fish Hatchery. Head to Fort Steilacoom Park to enjoy their expansive trail system, to let your little ones play on the impressive fort like playground, or to let your four legged companions enjoy the off leash dog park. You're also within minutes of three golf courses that offer entirely different golfing experiences. Fort Steilacoom Golf Course is the perfect place to begin with a 9 hole course with an option to play 18! Meadow Park Golf Course has been a fixture in South Tacoma for nearly 100 years and offers a 18 hole course as well as a family friendly 9 hole course. And of course, Chambers Bay, the site of the 2015 U.S. Open, offering a stunning 18 hole course with breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, and Olympic Mountains.
Conveniently located 15 minutes from Joint Base Lewis McCord and a quick hop over to I-5 commuting is a breeze!
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