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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 123241 sq ft

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

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Santa Rosa Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Rosa Beach (Watercolor), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Seaside Beach and 6 minutes from Grayton Beach State Park. .This vacation home is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Rosemary Beach and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Alys Beach.

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Seagrove Beach West - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Seaside Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Central Square - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pickles - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Daytrader Tiki Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

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Luxury Watercolor Retreat- Private Courtyard Pool & Golf Cart

WaterColor Retreat
WaterColor Beach Community
E Royal Fern Way, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Welcome to WaterColor Retreat, a luxury home for guests who want the WaterColor lifestyle without the crowds. Thoughtfully designed around outdoor living, this meticulously maintained residence offers generous space, privacy, and upscale finishes in a quieter area of WaterColor. Ideal for multigenerational families and grandparents, it
provides resort-style living done right — private, comfortable, and perfectly suited for relaxed coastal stays.

Private Courtyard Pool & Outdoor Living
Enjoyment starts with the heart of the home - the courtyard and outdoor living which
features:

~ Private saltwater pool measuring 15' x 16' plus a sun ledge -perfect play space for children after a long day at the beach!
~ Large screened porch
~ Gas firepit
~ Built-in grill area with TV
~ Multiple outdoor seating and lounging spaces

Whether you're starting the morning poolside or unwinding after a beach day, theoutdoor living spaces offer a calm, relaxed setting away from busier areas of the
community.

Interior Living & Design
With approximately 3,300 square feet of interior living space and 1,300 square feet of outdoor living, this home comfortably accommodates families and groups while still
allowing everyone their own space.

Highlights include:

~ Open-concept living and dining areas with 12' ceilings
~ Abundant natural light
~ Well-appointed kitchen with Thermador appliances and wine chiller making it ideal for family meals or entertaining
~ Seamless flow between indoor spaces and the courtyard

The layout is designed for comfortable, upscale living.

Sleeping Accommodations
Five well-appointed bedrooms provide flexibility for families, couples, and multi-generational groups.

~ 5 Bedrooms | 4.5 Bathrooms
~ Sleeps up to 12 guests comfortably

Bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged to support both privacy and convenience.

Amenities & Features

~ Private Saltwater Pool measuring 15'x16' with Sun Ledge: Fenced courtyard with lounging areas and outdoor TV.
~ 6-Seater Golf Cart: Included for easy cruising around the WaterColor community.
~ Outdoor Gas Grill: Built-in for BBQs and cookouts.
~ Screened-In Porch: With direct pool access.
~ Outdoor Shower & Gas Fire Pit: Great for evenings and beach comebacks.
~ Parking: Space for 4 vehicles plus golf cart storage.
~ Additional Perks: Washer/dryer, fast Wi-Fi, and bicycles included seasonally.
~ Pets: Not pet-friendly.

Location & Community Benefits
WaterColor is a 500-acre coastal community known for its charming pedestrian-friendly layout and abundant amenities. Staying here gives you access to:

~ WaterColor Beach Club & Private Beach Access — beachfront pools and lounge areas (amenity passes included with rentals).
~ Camp WaterColor — large pools with water slides, lazy river, playgrounds and sports courts.
~ Multiple Community Pools, Parks, & Trails — ideal for walking, biking, and relaxation.
~ WaterColor Shuttle, Tennis, and Pickleball Courts – entertainment for all!

Amenity access is subject to community rules, seasonal availability, and operational changes beyond the owner's control.

Nearby destinations include Seaside, Grayton Beach, and Seagrove Beach,
restaurants and shopping all within a short ride.

Why Guests Choose This Home

~ Private courtyard pool and multiple outdoor living areas
~ Spacious interior layout ideal for families and groups
~ Comfortable, upscale atmosphere
~ Excellent balance of resort access and residential calm

Experience 30A at a Higher Level
From sugar-white beaches and bike trails to boutique shopping and coastal dining, WaterColor remains one of 30A's most sought-after destinations. WaterColor Retreat
provides a refined home base for enjoying it all at your own pace.

Important Information for Guests

~ This is a non-smoking and non-vaping property
~ No events, parties, or gatherings beyond registered guests
~ Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
~ Occupancy limited to registered guests only
~ Outdoor areas are not fully enclosed and may be visible from nearby homes
~ Golf cart use requires licensed drivers and adherence to community rules

Damage Insurance protection is included with your reservation. Please report any damage or missing items promptly. By booking, guests agree to comply with house rules, community standards, and all applicable local regulations. Failure to comply may result in fines, loss of amenities, or early termination of the stay without refund, as permitted by platform policies.

Note: Guests 5 years and older require a wristband for community amenities. Maximum 12 guests per home.

Golf Cart Information

~ Provided as a guest amenity; not guaranteed by 30A Cottages or Owner
~ Repairs or replacements are outside property management control
~ Rentals through Electric Cart Company available on a first-come, first-served basis

Pool Heating

~ Available October–April for an additional fee
~ Weather permitting; not available below 50°F or above 80°F

Parking

~ Designated parking for 4 vehicles; golf cart stored in mini-garage
~ Vehicle registration is required prior to arrival

Reservation & Booking Policy

~ 50% due at booking; balance due 60 days prior (or full if within 60 days)
~ Cancellations over 60 days: initial payment fully refundable (less 5% processing fee)
~ Optional travel insurance available
~ Not Pet Friendly
~ Check-in: 4:00 PM CST | Check-out: 10:00 AM CST
~ Minimum age for booking: 25 and must be an occupant during the entire rental period.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a water park, or other amenities including concierge services and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,241 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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Luxury Watercolor Retreat- Private Courtyard Pool & Golf Cart Reviews

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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

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is beautiful! It has everything you need for a great vacation. The kitchen has everything and more. We ended up eating at home almost every night because we wanted to enjoy the house. For 8 of us, we could comfortably eat inside or outside on the porch. The pool area is spacious and the pool is larger than it looks in the pictures. We enjoyed the fire pit at night as well. The house was very clean and rooms were very nice. All around a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property!

The property was well maintained and beautifully decorated. It had every amenity you would ever want for a vacation. There was one tiny concern, but the property manager took care of it very quickly. She communicated in a timely manner and fixed the issue as fast as possible. The only thing that was not just right was the transom window in the downstairs bedroom. It didn’t have any covering. The front porch has beautiful lighting and it shines through those windows all night! Not very pleasant. But, overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Thanksgiving Getaway!

Beautiful house with lots of amenities. Loved having our little dog with us all week. Will definitely return to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week at the beach

Our second visit to Watercolor and first to Watercolor Retreat. Excellent experience. Great house. Everyone loved the pool. Kitchen very well equipped. Second refrigerator/ freezer in the golf cart garage came in handy. First class golf cart. Access to the Watercolor Beach Club did not disappoint. Overall 10 out of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024