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Dolce Far Niente | Experience WaterColor with Beach Club Access, Electric Cart & Bikes

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Exterior
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a large building, and surrounding greenery.
A covered porch with a white bench and a blue patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with a stove, and a dining area with bar stools.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathrooms3541 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Rosa Beach (Watercolor), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Seaside Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. .This vacation home is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Alys Beach and 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Panama City Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seagrove Beach West - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • beach near Gulf District - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seaside Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seagrove Beach East - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Bay - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dolce Far Niente | Experience WaterColor with Beach Club Access, Electric Cart & Bikes

WELCOME TO DOLCE FAR NIENTE
Escape to Dolce Far Niente at 70 Sunset Ridge Lane, a beautifully furnished four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath WaterColor retreat nestled beneath the towering oaks of the coveted Park District. Meaning "the sweetness of doing nothing," this elegant home invites you to slow down, reconnect, and embrace the relaxed rhythm of life along 30A.

Enjoy exclusive access to the WaterColor Beach Club and community pools, a 6-passenger street-legal electric cart, four complimentary adult bikes, and an unbeatable location just a two-minute bike ride from the Beach Club and four minutes from Seaside. Whether you're planning a multi-generational family vacation or a getaway with friends, Dolce Far Niente offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and timeless coastal charm.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- Exclusive Access to the WaterColor Beach Club & Community Pools (Up to 12 Wristbands Included)
- 6-Passenger Street-Legal Electric Cart Included
- 4 Adult Bikes Included
- Prime Park District Location
- 2-Minute Bike Ride to the WaterColor Beach Club & Beach Access
- 4-Minute Bike Ride to Seaside
- Spacious Open-Concept Living
- Private Balcony off the Primary Suite
- Outdoor Shower
- Propane Gas Grill
- Parking for 2 Vehicles

EXPERIENCE THE HOME
Step inside Dolce Far Niente and discover inviting interiors thoughtfully designed for effortless coastal living. Filled with natural light, the open-concept main living area brings together the spacious living room, dining area, and fully equipped kitchen, creating the perfect gathering space for every part of your vacation. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely breakfast before heading to the beach, preparing lunch after an afternoon at the pool, or lingering around the table after dinner, the home's thoughtful layout encourages connection and relaxation.

The first-floor king guest suite offers convenient accommodations for grandparents, couples, or anyone who prefers main-level living, complete with a private en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat with a king bed, cozy sitting area, private balcony, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring both a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Two additional guest suites, each with private bathrooms, provide comfortable accommodations for the rest of your group, ensuring everyone has their own place to unwind after a day of coastal adventures.

Outside, enjoy slow mornings with coffee on the porch, rinse away the sand in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach, or gather around the propane grill for dinner beneath the coastal sky. With the included six-passenger street-legal electric cart and four adult bikes, exploring WaterColor and neighboring Seaside is as relaxing as the vacation itself.

True to its name, Dolce Far Niente is more than a vacation home—it's an invitation to savor the simple moments, reconnect with loved ones, and experience the joy of doing nothing at all.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
First Floor:
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Laundry Room
- Guest Bedroom: King Bed (Sleeps 2), Private Bathroom with Walk-In Shower

Second Floor:
- Primary Suite: King Bed (Sleeps 2), Private Bathroom with Walk-In Shower & Soaking Tub, Private Balcony
- Guest Bedroom: King Bed (Sleeps 2), Private Bathroom with Walk-In Shower
- Guest Bedroom: Two Queen Beds (Sleeps 4), Private Bathroom with Tub/Shower Combination
- Sitting Area: Full Sleeper Sofa (Sleeps 2)

LIFE IN WATERCOLOR
Perfectly positioned in WaterColor's desirable Park District, Dolce Far Niente places you just moments from the community's most celebrated amenities. Cruise to the WaterColor Beach Club in the included street-legal electric cart, spend the afternoon lounging beside resort-style pools or on the sugar-white beaches of the Emerald Coast, and explore miles of scenic walking and biking trails beneath WaterColor's iconic oak canopy.

Just beyond the community, discover the charm of nearby Seaside with its locally owned boutiques, award-winning restaurants, seasonal events, and vibrant town center. Paddleboard or kayak across Western Lake, enjoy sunset strolls along the Gulf, or simply embrace the slower pace that makes WaterColor one of 30A's most beloved destinations.

Whether you're visiting for the first time or continuing a family tradition, WaterColor offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, luxury amenities, and timeless coastal charm that keeps families returning year after year.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a tennis court on site, snorkeling nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby and parasailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,541 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

889131

Dolce Far Niente | Experience WaterColor with Beach Club Access, Electric Cart & Bikes Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pattie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home! We loved the location so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Easy Access to pool and beach via golf cart or walkiy
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly. Sad there were no beach chairs, umbrellas or toys. Had to purchase all of that and leave it when we left. Also, need kitchen linens like dish rags and towels and need a few blankets on the couches.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025