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Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes

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A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and shrubs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with bar stools.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted above it.
A spacious living room with high ceilings, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace.
A covered porch with white Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Coleman Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Coleman Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - First Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - First Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Second Floor

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Coleman Beach and Blue Mountain Beach 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Coleman Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • beach near Gulf District - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes?

As of Nov 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes on Jan 2, 2027 start from $647, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage District Retreat with Porch and Bikes located?

Located in Watercolor, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Coleman Beach. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Sundog Books are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and layout of the house for a large family
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 5, 2026
We are pleased that the layout of the home on Dandelion Drive worked perfectly for your family during your stay. It is wonderful to hear that it met your needs. We would love to welcome you and your family back anytime. Thanks for being our guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great watercolor family house

House was clean, well stocked and comfortable. Location was great. Easy walk to Seaside, beach, camp watercolor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed this WaterColor home and agree it is in a central location. We hope you revisit us soon; thank you for being our guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall break at Watercolors

Property was centrally located to all Watercolor activities. House was clean and well decorated. We enjoyed staying here with friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2023
We are delighted this WaterColor home has everything you need for a fabulous week in WaterColor with your friends. We hope to welcome you back to 30A soon; thank you for being our guests!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation

Location was fantastic! Very relaxing vacation. House needs updates and repairs need to be made to ceiling, cabinets, and back porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your WaterColor experience. We have passed your feedback along to our property management team. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Place of Rest!

We traveled to Watercolor with our three small kids, and stayed in this perfect home with our in-laws from the Midwest. The kitchen and living spaces were exactly what we needed. The bedrooms were comfortable, with plenty of linens. The porches (front and back) were spacious, conducive to play and conversation. We've stayed in Watercolor four different times. This home is our favorite, for the reasons listed above, and for its proximity to the walking trail and downtown Seaside. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are thrilled 143 Dandelion is the perfect fit for your family's WaterColor getaway and appreciate you sharing your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to the beach!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

April 2016 Stay

Love watercolor and loved the house. This was our first experience through 360 blue. Bikes were in OK condition. Baskets were broken, and seats were crooked. Had to rent a few more bikes through bike barn and they fixed the issues with bikes provided.. The house was beautiful but our previous experiences renting through St. Joe was easier/cheaper in the end bc we utilize the gym, but for a cost of $200 week as opposed to free when renting through St. Joe. Or canoeing , kayaking, bike rentals cheaper. Just a few amenities that are given to St Joe renters seem to be better for our needs. Overall, nothing bad to say about the house or the cleanliness. Great home, great time, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue. Thank you so much for your feedback. It is true that St Joe owns certain parts of WaterColor that allows them to offer certain services for free. We wholeheartedly believe that staying with 360 Blue always offers more in the long run. Better properties, better service, more options, our amazing concierge services, etc far outshine those that St Joe offers. Please feel free to contact our Ambassador team with any needs like these in the future, and they will be happy to help you arrange all of these services. We hope to have you back again soon.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

The WORST!

1st night we realized the A/C was not working downstairs. Condensation pipes stopped up and water coming through the downstairs master bedroom ceiling. Finally got a tech out at about 10:30 pm. Said all he could do was let the unit thaw, wet vac the water in the A/C closet and put towels down around the unit and on the floor. The soaking wet towels stayed there for our entire stay and there was black mold growing on the walls in the furnace closet. . I called the management company (360 Blue) every day asking when someone would be back to service the unit and remove the wet towels. They always responded -we have someone coming out. No one came and there was NO communication from the management. Although the A/C was cooling somewhat after it thawed, both downstairs bedrooms didn’t cool and condensation built up on the glass because the unit never operated correctly. Many other issues with this rental-dishes put up in cabinet dirty, outside areas and chairs dirty, picnic table rotted. Roof had debris sagging off of it as though the place hadn’t been cleaned in years. I contacted VRBO after we returned home to let them know about the problems we had and their answer was basically “we can’t make them do anything to reimburse you, we can just remind them that you are going to submit a review.”
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2024
Hi, Margaret. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Our goal is always to provide our guests with the best experience possible. We apologize that this vacation was not up to our standards. Our team reviewed your stay, is working with the homeowner to ensure everything is up to our standards, and gave a refund for the issues. We hope to provide you with a better beach experience soon; thank you for being our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time in Watercolor

We enjoyed the property so much!!! A golf cart would be my only suggestion to go along with the rental. They evidently sell out fast, we learned after arriving. The kids loved going to Camp Watercolor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Debra, Thank you for your review. We appreciate and value your feedback, and we are happy to hear that you had a great experience in Watercolor. Thank you for your trust in 360 Blue, and we hope to have you back again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

December 2019 Stay

Had a great time at 143 Dandelion in Watercolor. Perfect set up for our multi-generational family trip to ring in the New Year. Each family unit had their own bedroom and bathroom which was great for bathing the grandkids. Well appointed kitchen with everything we needed for all meals. Easy walk into Watercolor shops and Seaside. Fun to ride provided bikes when we felt like exploring further out. Short car or bike ride to Publix which was convenient as well! Loved our time together and look forward to returning.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
What a great photo, Kathy! Thank you so much for sharing. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We certainly agree that this home provides plenty of space and is in a great location for accessing the local shops in WaterColor and Seaside. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we hope you visit again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

October 2019 Stay

The house was lovely and very comfortable. We loved all the Decor. The living room was so nice to sit around and we LOVED the back porch. Me and my daughters got to use 3 of the bikes but my husband was not able to join us as one of the bikes was flat. The house comes well equipped but missing a good set of pots and of baking pans - the ones there were pretty scuffed. Salt and Pepper shakers would have been a nice thing to have in the house. Plus a couple of beach chairs would also be a nice addition. Thank you for allowing us to stay!!
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
What a great photo, Aida! Thank you for sharing. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We absolutely agree that the back porch on this home is a great spot for spending time together. We apologize for the inconvenience you encountered regarding the fourth bike. We absolutely understand how frustrating this can be and we ask that you please, in the future, contact our team so that we can send our vendors out to correct this for you. We appreciate your valuable feedback and we will be sure to share this information with our entire team in an effort to correct this for future guests. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we hope to see you all again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

July 2019 Stay

This house was perfect for our family of 5 and had plenty of room for 4 additional friends to join us for a long weekend during our 2 week stay. The details of this home are fantastic from the furnishings and linens to the extremely well stocked kitchen. We used both the front porch and back screened porch daily- perfect for morning coffee or playing games. The location was excellent- we enjoyed being on a side street away from the main WC traffic which allowed our kids to ride bikes and scooters without worry. Across from the house is a path that takes you right into Seaside. We loved this quick and easy access as well as the numerous other trails surrounding the house. The camp pool is a short 5 min bike ride and an incredible amenity- it had everything we needed from towels to food service and even sunscreen and goggles. We had one minor issue and 360 had one of their kind maintenance techs to the house within minutes. The service we received was as good as it gets, from booking to checkout.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Samantha, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We completely agree that the porches on this home are perfect for enjoying coffee in the mornings or hanging out in the evening after a long day at the beach! We apologize that you had an issue with the home but we appreciate you allowing our maintenance team to come out and take care of it for you. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We hope you will come visit us at the beach again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

June 2019 Stay

Loved the location and the house. Just a quick bike ride to the beach and liked that we were away from the hustle and bustle of Seaside. Plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Lea, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We completely agree that this home is in a great location for biking to the beach as well as being a nice distance from the business of Seaside. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We look forward to hosting you all again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

November 2018 Stay

Great for our needs. 360 Blue provides a seamless vacation and addresses all your needs. Thank you for making our vacation perfect!
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so glad you all enjoyed your time with us in Watercolor! We especially loved the group photo you sent us! Thank you for staying with 360 Blue, we hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

September 2018 Stay

Great house and a wonderful month in Watercolor! Can't wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is perfect and the Watercolor community is always a great place to spend your vacation! We look forward to seeing you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

August 2018 Stay

Loved it! House was perfect! Great family trip. Grandparents & kids all had a fabulous time! We’ll be back...
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your vacation with us in Watercolor! The photo you shared with us is proof of all the fun you all had and we love seeing that! We look forward to hosting you all again very soon!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

July 2018 Stay

there are still problems that we suggested the owners should fix a year ago that haven't been addressed. So I'm not sure if the owners or the rental agency care what you write but, will take another chance and write it again for 2018.. 1. The microwave turntable does not turn. So it does not cook your food evenly. 2. The master bedroom mattress is as hard as a rock.. my back and hips hurt every morning when I would wake up (there are such nice cheap mattresses today...it's a shame) 3. If you rent this house and the water pressure is low, the plumber says that they have turned down the water pressure to 1/8 to save them money. This made it impossible to take more than one shower at a time. 4. we also had plumbing issues while we were here, it was resolved but the communication between the property management company and the plumber and us was lacking clarity. The issue was very simple, the main drain was clogged. We were refunded $200 for our inconvenience. 5. The hose in the kitchen sink is also leaking
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We apologize that your stay was less than perfect! In regards to the microwave, once we were made aware of the issue we assessed what needed to be done and then reached out to the owner. We did bring out a loaner but you decided against having it in the home. In some situations, we need homeowner approval before fixing and we must abide by their rules with things like the water pressure. This is in no way an excuse and we do apologize for all the inconveniences that made your stay not as comfortable as it should have been and we will be sharing your valuable feedback with our team in an effort to correct everything reported to us. We hope you are able to join us again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

November 2017 Stay

We loved the house & open floor plan on the main level. Kitchen was stocked very well to handle our thanksgiving cooking! 360 was very attentive to 2 problems we had while staying there. Would definitely rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Such a beautiful photo! We are so happy that you chose to spend your Thanksgiving with 360 Blue at this amazing home. We truly loved working with you and we hope to see you back soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

October 2017 Stay

Thanks so much for a great trip. Our house was so great, and provided the perfect place for our family's long-weekend getaway. This is our second time staying in a 360-blue property and I'm not sure we'll ever stay anywhere else.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
What a gorgeous photo! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! This property really is perfect for quiet, family getaways! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue and taking a moment to share your experience with us. We look forward to helping you plan your next vacation with us!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome house!

My husband, two year old twins, myself, my 21-year old niece and her friend all stayed very comfortably in this house. The layout is perfect to accommodate families, and the quality is evident. It's very practical and even gave me some ideas to implement in my own home (there are hooks everywhere!). I'd stay here again for sure. My only complaint was that you could hear every tiny noise from the master bedroom because the kitchen is right by, but I'd still stay there knowing that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
What a precious photo! We're so pleased to hear your family enjoyed your stay with us and the property so thoroughly! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach getaway. Be sure to come back and visit us again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

April 2017 Stay

Loved this home! It has everything you need & more! Perfect location in beautiful Watercolor. We will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you back soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Grady's

Exactly the house we were looking for. 360 could not have been more helpful with additional bikes and activity recommendations. Unfortunately probably would not book again due to the 8:00 PM curfew. Our 17 year old and friends were pretty bored in the evenings. 🌴☀️
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so glad to hear that you loved this home as much as we do. Unfortunately, due to some of the activity during spring break the curfews were changed. Hopefully it does its jobs and keep everyone safe. We hope you were able to create some amazing memories with your family and hope to see you back at the beach soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

March 2017 Stay

This is the 5th home we've rented in Watercolor and probably our favorite! Awesome screened in back porch that overlooked the woods with a quiet peaceful view. Upstairs is great for the kids and the main floor masters were perfect for my husband and I + Grandma. The kitchen is a little compact, but well equipped. We loved using the bridges and paths to get to the boathouse, downtown and the beach. And the close proximity to the back entrance to Seaside made the location ideal!
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Looks like it was the perfect day to enjoy outdoor activities! Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at WaterColor so much! That home is beautiful and the location is absolutely perfect! Thank you again and be sure to visit us again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

March 2017 Stay

Loved the house and the location. Backing up to the forest/lake provided nice privacy to enjoy coffee on the deck each morning. Using the trails and boardwalks- there's a nice way to the Boathouse and beach! Well appointed house.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so happy to hear you had such a great stay in WaterColor! That home has the best outdoor decks to enjoy your morning coffee. Thank you for choosing to stay with 360 Blue and we hope to have you back at the beach again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

March 2017 Stay

Our trip was amazing and the house was great.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
We are so happy you had an amazing trip! Thank you for choosing to stay with 360 Blue and we hope to have you back again soon!
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