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$600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes

$600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes

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Corner View of Open Floor Concept
Front Porch
Living Room
Living & Dining
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Overview of $600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 123453 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Sana Rosa Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationSeaside Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach State Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach10 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1st Floor King Guest Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor King Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Queen Guest Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Queen Guest Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Hallway Half Bath

Toilet

1st Floor King Guest Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor King Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Queen Guest Bedroom #2 - private bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Shared Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

$600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes

Sand Crab Cottage
WaterColor Beach Community
Located on Sandy Creek Dr in Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Home Highlights:
~ 4 bedrooms and bonus bunk room at the top of the stairs with two built-in bunks (see room configurations by selecting “Room Details” tab above)
~ 4 full baths, 1 half bath
~ Sleeps 12 guests
~ 3,453 square feet
~ 2,025 additional square feet of outdoor space
~ Gourmet kitchen with dual sinks, custom cabinets including a cabinet-covered refrigerator, marble counters, and premium appliances
~ Separate wet bar with sub-zero mini-fridge, ice maker, and wine cooler.
~ Dining Area with large 8 chaired table with room for more.
~ Spacious screened-in porch with gas fireplace, mounted TV with outdoor lounge /viewing area, and additional dining table for 6
~ Brick patio with gas grill and picnic table just beyond screened-in porch
~ Two King master suites, each with separate soaker tubs and custom showers in private baths
~ Den area
~ First-floor laundry room with full-sized washer and dryer
~ Three to four vehicle driveway
~ Four 26" Adult Bikes Included Seasonally (Bikes not included Dec-Feb; additional rentals available upon request)

Welcome to Sand Crab Cottage. While its name reminds you that you are on a relaxing beach vacation, its décor is pure luxury. Children will love this home's bright coral bunk area and spacious brick patio just begging for sidewalk chalk and riding toys. But the adults will truly appreciate all that Sand Crab Cottage offers, such as elegantly appointed bedrooms with custom draperies and bedding. Throughout the home, white shiplap walls and Carrera marble counters provide the perfect backdrop for the pops of coral, gold, and aquamarine. The main living area is spacious yet connected, allowing conversation whether you're prepping dinner in the gourmet kitchen or curled up on the den's deep-cushioned couch. Multiple French doors open to the roomy screened-in porch with a gas fireplace, and a mounted TV. Enjoy a fire watching the big game while sipping cocktails during the cooler months, or unplug and eat a quiet dinner set to the symphony of cicadas and tree frogs in the summer. The front porch offers a bed swing perfect for reading a book or taking a nap as you await friends and family to return from the beach or pool. Backing up to the State Forest, and on one of the largest lots in Watercolor, Sand Crab Cottage offers tranquil privacy with easy access to community amenities. Whether you are visiting Camp Watercolor, the beach, or the food trucks in Seaside, each is just a short walk, leisurely bike ride, or golf cart drive away.

Free Activities from 30A Cottages: Enjoy the latest technology and over $630 in complimentary offers during your stay with 30A Cottages. Each of our rentals is equipped with an Alexa device powered by Xplorie providing you customized information about your rental, area recommendations, complimentary & additional activities at popular local attractions, and voice assisted checkout all from the comfort of your rental. On the go? No problem. We also provide you with an easy-to-use activity site with not only activity information but easy access to our live Destination Guides who can help you book activities and answer any questions you may have. Your reservation includes complimentary activities every day of your stay! Your complimentary offers include but are definitely not limited to: Baytowne Adventure Zone, Bluewater Bay Golf Club, Emerald Bay Golf Club, Regatta Bay Golf Club, Windswept Dunes Golf Club, Reef Beach Paddleboard and Kayak Rental, and Vacayzen Backpack Beach Chair & Umbrella Set. Click here to check out all of the amazing offers and start planning your daily dose of fun: 30A Cottages Xplorie Activities

NOTE: When booking, please provide the correct number of adults and children that will be staying in the home. WaterColor requires a wristband for all guests 5 years and older, to allow access to the amenities (pool and beach) so you must provide the correct number of guests to ensure everyone will have access to the community amenities. We are not able to provide additional wristbands after your arrival, so it is imperative you inform us at least two weeks before your arrival if there is a change after the time of booking. The HOA will not allow more than 12 guests in this home at any time, and they will not issue more than 12 bands per stay. No exceptions can be made.

Many of the communities along 30A are continuing to expand, so many more individuals can come enjoy the crystal blue waters of the Panhandle. Unfortunately, a side effect of this is construction and all the items that come along with it, such as noise, road blocks, etc. We understand this can be inconvenient for our guests, which is why we have chosen to make all possible guests aware of the possibility of this during their beach vacation. As most of this is outside of 30A Cottages realm of control, we are not able to offer discounts/compensation for any noise complaints, road blockades, etc. during a guest's stay. Please reach out to a team member with any questions you may have!

Community Amenities
Hailed for its eco-friendly design and environmental stewardship, WaterColor effortlessly blends top-notch amenities with the breathtaking natural environment that has made 30A a world-class destination. Enjoy boutique shopping, fantastic dining and a multitude of outdoor activities; or simply soak in your surroundings with the community's many parks and green spaces.
~ Multiple Community Pools
~ Camp WaterColor
~ WaterColor Beach Club
~ Private Community Beach Access
~ WaterColor Town Center with Multiple Shopping and Dining Options
~ Access to Western Lake, South Walton's Largest Coastal Dune Lake
~ Playground
~ Multiple Parks and Green Spaces
~ Nature Trails and Pedestrian Paths
~ Wellness amenities such as the spa, WaterColor Boathouse, and Tennis Courts (additional fees may apply)

NOTE: Golf cart rentals in WaterColor must be made through The Electric Cart Company and will be limited to a certain number of vehicles (approximately 45 per week) throughout the community at any given time. Only one cart may be rented per home and rentals will be granted on a first-come, first served basis. Please contact Electric Cart Company directly for availability and pricing.

Parking
Sand Crab Cottage has designated parking for 3-4 vehicles in the driveway. Rented LSV's (golf carts) must be parked in one of the designated, on-property parking spaces.

WaterColor will only issue two parking passes per property. Any additional vehicles parked in the community without a parking pass displayed could be fined and or towed. WaterColor also has public on-street parking throughout the community for overflow vehicles; parking is on a first come, first served basis and passes must be displayed at all times.

(Note: Homeowners do have dogs, therefore anyone with allergies to dogs will need to be conscious of this.)

Reservation/Booking Policy
***The cancelation policy and terms of the 30A Cottages & Concierge Vacation Rental Agreement emailed to you at confirmation override any terms and policies from a third party booking site such as VRBO.com, HomeAway.com, or VacationRentals.com. We are not able to reimburse any additional service fees incurred for online bookings outside of our company website since these fees are charged by a third party. We do not offer 100% refund for cancelation at any time after the booking has been processed. A 5% cancelation fee will be charged to cover credit card and document processing for all cancelations.

~ NO SMOKING
~ Pets Not Allowed (Excluding certified service animals only. If you are bringing a service animal, we ask that you notify us in advance and provide proper documentation so we may coordinate appropriate housekeeping after your departure)
~ PUBLISHED RATES DO NOT INCLUDE TAX AND FEES
~ 50% of the total cost is due at the time of booking
~ Balance of payment is due 60 days prior to the scheduled arrival date (Or in full at booking if arriving within 60 days)
~ Except for a 5% cancelation fee, the initial 50% payment is fully refundable if cancelations are given more than 60 days prior to the arrival date
~ Optional travel insurance plans are available to our guests; some restrictions and timelines apply. Ask for details when booking. Insurance must be purchased BEFORE the final payment or at the time the reservation is paid in full.
~ CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 P.M. (CST) & CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 A.M.

Property manager

30A Cottages
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

This vacation home is located in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach, and is near theme parks and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Sana Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 4 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min drive
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 5 min drive
  • Grayton Beach - 10 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hurricane Oyster Bar - 8 min drive
  • Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 5 min drive
  • Chiringo - 9 min drive
  • The Red Bar - 9 min drive
  • Fish Out of Water- FOOW - 20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is $600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at $600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at $600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is $600+ FREE Activities / Sand Crab Cottage / 2 Min Bike to Camp WaterColor / Sleeps 12 / 4 Bikes located?

Located in Watercolor, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Newbill Collection by the Sea, Seaside Beach, and Grayton Beach State Park. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Sundog Books are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best stay!
This house was nothing short of amazing. My family was SO happy here. The neighborhood is beautiful and has so many family friendly amenities (multiple pools, tennis, beach). The home layout is perfect and decorated so beautifully. We absolutely loved staying here and are already talking about when we can go back! Thank you so much for allowing us to use your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JayLeen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and lovely neighborhood
Close to everything and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Watercolor Cottage
What an amazing house for our first time visiting Watercolor. July is a very busy month and the location of the house was perfect to escape the crowds and is situated back in a very quiet cul-de-sac. House is very spacious with an amazing open concept kitchen/family room. We definitely plan on visiting again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Spacious, grand, accommodating home.
It’s an exceptional property. Very accommodating to our family of three couples and 5 children from 1 to 9. Spacious and 3 porches. A golf cart for that kind of group is important since the beach club is a considerable walk with kids. The walks to the Camp Watercolor and the Frog Pool are doable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip to Watercolor
This is a beautiful property. It’s located on a quiet street, free from traffic and fairly close to the pool and camp watercolor. The house was well stocked and there was a lot of sleeping capacity. This was by far our favorite property at Watercolor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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