The best place to let yeast dough rise is in a warm, draft-free environment, like near the stove or sunny window. Here are a few options: 1. Kitchen window - If it's a sunny day, you can place the covered bowl on the windowsill where it can catch some gentle sunlight. 2. In the oven - Place the covered bowl of dough in the turned-off oven with the oven light on. The small amount of heat from the light can create a consistent warm temperature, promoting steady fermentation.