About this home

You've arrived at Tanwax Manor, a truly remarkable lake house that embodies lake life at it's BEST. Step into the story of this lovingly maintained home with 4 room flexibility. With 176' of low-bank lake frontage with a private dock on 0.58 acres of land filled with panoramic views, this is a RARE waterfront opportunity in the Sunwood Lakes community on a quiet cul-de-sac that does not often see homes listed. Explore the thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a main-floor bedroom suite, light-filled living room with attached sunroom, & an absolutely LOVELY chef's kitchen with granite counters, gorgeous cabinetry, updated appliances and Tuscan style brickwork opening up to a wrap-around lakeside deck. Step upstairs to an office with wet bar/kitchenette, laundry room, bedroom, bonus room and a full primary suite w/ vaulted ceilings, fireplace & private deck. This property is a dream for entertaining: from the sprawling outdoor decks with glowlights & tiki-bar, to the firepit by the shore, kayaks and paddleboat, all surrounded by fresh landscaping. Don't miss the heated garage shop w/ separately metered panel, covered 14' RV/boat storage, TONS of parking room, greenhouse, garden & outdoor studio with power. Other amenities include: metal roof & whole-house water filtration. Enjoy Sunwood Lakes HOA benefits: private lake access, clubhouse, community pool, parks, athletic courts, trails & gazebo within walking distance. Located with easy access to Olympia, Lacey, I-5 & JBLM.

Location

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Basics

Property type: Single Family Residence
Style: Contemporary
Stories: 2 stories
Condition: Good
Year built: 1986
Building area: 3,272 sq ft
Lot size: 25,207 sq ft (0.58 acres)
County: Thurston
MLS #: NWM2562790

Interior

Heating: Recirculation Pump, See Remarks, Wall Furnace
Cooling: See Remarks
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Carpet
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove(s)/Range(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Fireplace: 2 · Electric, Wood Burning
Interior features: Second Primary Bedroom, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, Pantry, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wet Bar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator
Entry level: Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features: Wood
Roof: Composition, Metal
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Lot features: Adjacent to Public Land, Cul-De-Sac, Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
Topography: Level
View: Lake, See Remarks
Waterfront: Yes
Pool: Community

Parking

Parking spaces: 10
Garage: Yes
Carport: Yes
Covered spaces: 6
Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking

Utilities

Water: Community
Sewer: Septic Tank
Power: Electric, Propane

Community & fees

Subdivision: Sunwood Lakes
Community features: Athletic Court, CCRs, Club House, Park, Playground, Trail(s)
HOA dues: $482/qtr
Property tax: $5,392 (2026)

Transaction

Original list price: $899,999 (2.8% price cut)
Listed on: Jul 31, 2026
Days on market: 51
Price per sq ft: $347
Listing terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Possession: Closing

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Sale history

Earlier listings of this home on the MLS.

2010-12-17: Sold$300,000

Schools

School district: Yelm

Elementary: Buyer To Verify
Middle: Buyer To Verify
High: Yelm High School 12
SchoolDigger 2 stars · Top 52% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Paramount Real Estate Group

Listing agent: Jesse Savage.

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Data last updated 2026-09-14.