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WaterColor Escape – Private Beach Club, Pools, Pickleball & Scenic Trails

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Classic beach bungalow with modern interior
Large porch with ample seating
Property grounds
Two story vaulted living room, dining room combination
Down couches, swivel chairs and a gas fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Carriage House

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Main floor Guest Room #1

1 Queen Bed

Main floor Guest Room #2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Carriage House

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor Guest Room #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor Guest Room #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WaterColor Escape – Private Beach Club, Pools, Pickleball & Scenic Trails

Top Pick for Families

Perfect for Families – Pools, Bikes, Trails & Beach Club Access!
Spacious home with room for 10, a bunk room just for kids, and a carriage house for added privacy. Includes 6 cruiser bikes, full Beach Club access, and is located across from a quiet park—ideal for games, picnics, or letting little ones run. Consistently rated 5 stars by families who return year after year.

Welcome to your perfect WaterColor escape—where comfort meets charm just steps from the beach, pools, pickleball courts, and nature trails. This beautifully remodeled beach house is tucked away on a quiet, idyllic street in the sought-after Lake District, offering both peaceful privacy and prime access to everything WaterColor and Seaside have to offer.

Why You’ll Love It:

Beach Club & Pool PassesIncluded in rental price.
Six Beach Cruiser Bikes – Explore WaterColor and Seaside like a local.
Sleeps 10 in Beds – Ideal for families, with bunk beds perfect for kids.
Newly Furnished – Premium linens, plush towels, and timeless coastal style.
Gourmet Kitchen – Supplies provided, including spices, dry goods, cleaning supplies, and laundry detergent.
Five Star Reviews – Impeccably maintained and consistently earns 5-star reviews.
Five -Night Minimum – More flexible than most WaterColor homes.

The Sleeping Setup:

Master Suite (Upstairs) – King bed, private office with sleeper sofa, walk-in closet, spa-style bath.
Main Floor Guest Room 1 – Queen bed + private bathroom.
Main Floor Guest Room 2 – Two twin beds + private bathroom.
Carriage House – Queen bed + twin bunk-style beds for kids, kitchenette, and full bath.

Inside & Out:

Step onto the wide front porch overlooking a lush 3-acre park, perfect for morning coffee or sunset games of catch. Inside, enjoy the soaring ceilings, knotty pine floors, cozy gas fireplace, and dining space for 10. The back of the home opens to the Frog Pool just steps away, making midday swims a breeze.

Location Highlights:

10-Min Walk / 5-Min Bike Ride to WaterColor Beach Club & Seaside
Across from the Park – A peaceful green space that feels like your own backyard.
Trails, Pickleball & Pools – All just minutes away.

This is not your average rental. It's a privately owned and thoughtfully updated home designed for families and friends to gather, unwind, and create memories. With modern conveniences, classic charm, and access to the best of WaterColor, you’ll see why our guests return again and again.

Property manager

Rich Laws

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets allowed. If you bring a pet into our home, you will forfeit your deposit. We can always tell if a pet was in our home. No exceptions.
Primary renter must also stay/sleep at our home, no exceptions. If the primary renter is not on the premises, you will be evicted from the home.
Rentals are Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday with minimum 6 night stay. Midweek rentals will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Watercolor, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Grayton Beach - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Watercolor Lake District, Private Beach Club, Steps to the Beach & Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Watercolor Lake District, Private Beach Club, Steps to the Beach & Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Watercolor Lake District, Private Beach Club, Steps to the Beach & Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watercolor Lake District, Private Beach Club, Steps to the Beach & Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watercolor Lake District, Private Beach Club, Steps to the Beach & Pool located?

This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Seagrove Beach West are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Beautiful home in an amazing neighborhood!

Our family of 5 loved our stay here in the amazing Watercolor development! The home is extremely well appointed and super comfortable. It was a 5 minute bike ride to the beach club and on a quiet street. It had everything we needed to enjoy our time on some of the best beaches we have ever visited. We hope to visit again one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Fantastic property & owner in a GREAT part of the neighborhood!

This property was absolutely perfect for our visit and was exactly as described on VRBO. Weeks prior to our arrival, the owner was super responsive with communication and answering any questions that I had. This was our first time to Watercolor, and one of the things we liked about this home is that it sits in the quieter part of the neighborhood. Many of the other rental homes are along the main street which means lots of bicycle riders passing by, lots of car traffic, lots of golf cart traffic with radios playing, etc. This home’s section in the neighborhood is equally as nice as any section (they’re all beautiful), but it’s just more peaceful while still being quick to access everything! Honestly the only thing the house didn’t have was blackout shades for the master bedroom (there are shades, they just let in more light than we prefer) . So just bring eye covers and your stay will be amazing! With all his home has available for renters, you really just need to pack a bag and hit the grocery store as you come in. Enjoy your stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Our stay

Our beach vacation was amazing! The house was so clean and had everything we needed. The location was wonderful and the communication with the owners was great! They were always available to answer any questions that we had. I would definitely book with them again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Spring Break Family Fun

Rich and Sandra's Watercolor home was a perfect place for our family and friends to spend Spring Break. The home was the cleanest, and had the best amenities of any home we have ever rented. The location was excellent as it was walking distance to multiple pools in the community, the Watercolor Beach Club and Seaside. Communication with Rich and Sandra was easy and questions were always answered promptly. We would be happy to rent the property for a future Watercolor vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

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

Fabulous Watercolor Home for All Ages

We stayed in this fabulous home for the week of 4th of July. It is a beautiful home with attractive, comfortable decor. The kitchen is extremely well appointed, and organized to a T. Everything you need is here, including bicycles and lots of pool towels. Riding bikes around the community is the perfect way to get around. The Watercolor Beach Club is about 5 minutes away, reached by crossing the bridge over the lake. It was much easier crossing the pedestrian and bike bridge than going on the longer vehicular route to the Club. We rented a golf cart for a few days, because my in-laws do not ride bikes. We rented from the Electric Cart Company. Note that they have a pop-up office behind the Santa Rosa Publix. Each bedroom has an en suite, and everyone has their own space. The carriage house is just across the breezeway from the back door. Our in laws stayed in there and it gave them a bit a quiet time away from our teens. Our teens each had their own room in the main house and we were in the master. We had intended for my sister-in-law's family to occupy the carriage house, but they were unable to come. It would have been perfect for them and their toddler. Communication with the host is excellent. You can tell they personally care for their home by all the unique touches. They have a manager nearby which is very helpful. My daughter lost her wristband while surfing on an E-foil in the lake, and a replacement was brought over by morning. We'd stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler A.

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

Beautiful home

Very lovely home in the heart of watercolor. The decor is perfect and there was plenty of space. Would 100% stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Can’t say enough good things about this home!

My family and my extended family stayed at this home and we absolutely loved it! It’s in a perfect location - on a quiet street, so easy to bike to the WaterColor Inn or Seaside and it was a block from the community Frog Pool! The home was beautifully decorated, spotless, extremely well organized, had everything we needed during our stay plus the bikes, kids toys for the beach, pool chairs, pool towels, etc. We travel quite a bit and this was the best VRBO we’ve rented! On top of all that, the hosts were great communicators and answered all my questions before we visited. I highly recommend this home for your 30A stay! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judson D.

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

Watercolor

This house was perfect for our large family (4 adult kids and an 8 year). Would highly recommend it…nothing missing!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

The prefect home for a peaceful Watercolor stay

My husband, myself, and our 3 kids ranging in age from 2-10 along with my sisters and 2 of their kids joined us for this much anticipated trip to Watercolor and this house literally had everything we could have needed. I had read a previous review that said you only need to bring clothes and they were right. We rented a few bike trailers and a few kids bikes to go along with the adult bikes that come with the property. We arrived to a lovely, perfectly clean, and well stocked home. There was plenty of space for everyone and we enjoyed watching kids play games or watch movies in the living room while making dinner. The kitchen is extremely well stocked with everything from spices to cooking oils, pots/pans, etc. We loved the independent ice maker which was a hit when preparing water bottles and coolers for beach and pool days. The house had everything from towels to beach chairs to beach toys to inflatables to boogie boards, frisbees, soccer balls, etc. everything we could want or need to make the beach fun was there. We just loaded them in the back of the bike trailers and rode to the beach in a bike caravan. We loved biking through Watercolor and I think it was one of the kids favorite parts. We would bike right to Watercolor Beach Club and park the bikes in the garage and walk right out onto the beach. In terms of the pool- the home comes with access to all of Watercolors pools and there are several- we never even made it to all of them. Frog Pool is just steps from the home and it ended up being our favorite. Rich, the owner, was extremely helpful and quick to respond with all of our questions leading up to the trip and was available if we needed anything during our stay. He was very accommodating to any needs we had. We found the location to be perfect! the 30A strip is so busy this time of year so it was so nice to be tucked back over the Western Lake Bridge- away from the busyness but an easy ride to the beach. This was our 3rd trip to 30A- we stayed in Seaside last year and I have to say I prefer the peaceful nature vibe of Watercolor to Seaside but its close enough to ride into Seaside to shop or visit the food trucks. Thank you Rich and Sandy for sharing your beautiful home with us- it was such a treat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Analeise R.

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

Amazingly clean and organized!

We loved how organized the house was- it was so easy to find everything we needed. They were so generous with their supplies- we didn’t have to buy near as much as we normally do when coming to the beach (detergent, zip lock bags, etc)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Excellent home with everything you need!

This home has a wonderful location in Watercolor and the owner provides all of the finishing touches to make it a great stay - 6 bikes, tons of beach chairs and toys, kitchen supplies, spices, laundry detergent, paper products etc. The home was ideal for two families and a short bike ride to all of the neighborhood amenities. Rich was east to work with and his property manager was amazing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Family vacation with grandkids

I tend to spend a good amount of time finding the best property to rent for vacations; many would say I go overboard in my research! While I was pretty sure I had found a great house for our vacation with our adult children and their daughters, I have to say, this home exceeded my expectations. If we had only packed our clothes and made a run to the grocery store for meals, we would have been set. Sandy and Rich's home had everything else you could possibly need. Toiletries, laundry and kitchen aides, spices, beach towels, chairs, and bikes were all included. The home was spotless upon arrival. Having the Frog pool within eyesight was wonderful with two 3 year olds. They of course also enjoyed Camp Watercolor and the beach. The adults enjoyed the front porch during the girls naps and the evening. There really is nothing I would change with the home, We will return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

marc h.

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

Watercolor stay

The property was exactly as listed and communication with host was top notch. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

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

Family Vacay 2021

Had a wonderful time in Watercolor, fabulous amenities, close to shops and restaurants! The ability to bike everywhere, including Seaside was a huge plus for our active family. First family vacation with the two granddaughters aged 1 and 2, our rental home in Watercolor did not disappoint, Frog Pool in walking distance. The home was full of amenities and cookware we enjoyed! We will definitely book again in this lovely, exceptional home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Perfect!

Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B., Montgomery, USA

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

Great House

We stayed here for the 4th of July week and it was perfect. The house was very clean and very well prepared for us to stay. It was a great location with minimal traffic.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Great Watercolor Stay

Sandy and Rich are fantastic hosts! They made every aspect of the trip a delight for our crew. Our family and friends had such a great beach vacation at this property. Perfectly situated away from the congestion closer to the beach, the home has an idea location. Would absolutely recommend!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Great house, great location, great communication!

We loved our week at this home, Super clean, great communication with the owners, loved having the bikes provided, and the overall feel of the home is so cozy! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Lovely

Delighted
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

This. Was. Awesome.

I cannot say enough about this property and the experience we had. It was even better than the pics! The walk to the beach is not only short, but it is scenic and pleasant. We had 11 people and never felt crowded in any common areas where we enjoyed meals, movie nights, and playing games. I would choose this home a thousand times over anything closer to 30A or overlooking the beach. The neighborhood is darling, there are very few cars, bike friendly and still so close to the beach. We got to escape the chaos when we wanted to without compromising access to much of what we came for. I will never stay anywhere else when going to this area!!! Thanks, again to Sandy, who was such a pleasure and took care of everything. I asked a million questions and she was so patient and helpful!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Awesome Home!!

We loved our stay at 62 Inkberry! The location was just perfect...very short and direct bike ride to the beach and quick walk as well. The house was well stocked and made it easy for us to cook in a few nights. Very nice high end appliances! The layout of the home was great for our group. Two of our boys had to work during our stay and the work stations in the master bedroom proved invaluable. Sandy was incredibly responsive to any questions or needs we had during our stay. We would definitely rent this beautiful home again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Family reunion at watercolor

Watercolor is a great planned community and this house allowed us to enjoy it! Some of the best features include a well stocked kitchen, an excellent porch overlooking a nice park area, and easy access to the “Frog” pool. Also enjoyed the bicycles supplied, which made the trip to the beach club or Seaside quick and easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anjali K.

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

Great stay, thoughtful owners

I stayed here with my whole family for a week long getaway- 6 adults, 2 kids, 1 toddler. It was the perfect amount of space for all of us. Compared to our last stay at a Watercolor home, this owner/house was much better prepared. The house was very thoughtfully stocked with anything you could possibly need- an assortment of spices, oils, utensils, tools , pots, pans (and nice ones!), shampoo, conditioner and soap in bathrooms, extra toilet paper and paper towels and a nice box of cleaning supplies and disposable cups/plates/utensils when we showed up. The host was very responsive and was in touch with us the whole time. I would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

James S., Dallas TX

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

Great Thanksgiving!

We had a great time spending Thanksgiving in this beautiful home. Helped that the weather was perfect. The house had everything we needed to cook a great Thanksgiving meal. Rooms were great and my teenage boy enjoyed having his own space as he stayed in the carriage house. Loved having the greenspace across the street. Also, nice that there is very little car traffic in the area as my 4 year old spent a lot of time in front on his scooter. Proximity to the Frog Pool was nice and because of the nice weather (and the fact that the pool was heated) we spent a lot of time there. There were many beach toys in the garage that we used and we used the bikes all the time. Sandy was great to work with and super responsive to any questions that we had before and during our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

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

Beautiful house

Property was perfect. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Rich Laws

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We live in colorful Colorado, where the mountains are always calling—but we’ve got a serious love for the beach too. Now that we’re empty nesters, we’re making the most of this new season by spending time with our kids and grandkids, traveling with friends, and finding places that feed our sense of wonder (and our love for warm weather!).

WaterColor quickly became one of our favorite destinations. The laid-back vibe, stunning beaches, friendly people, and endless biking trails had us hooked from the start. We love the contrast—mountains at home, beach at heart—and we’re so excited to share this little slice of paradise with you. Whether you’re here to rest, play, or reconnect with the people you love, we hope you’ll feel right at home.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this area the moment we arrived. The beaches are truly stunning, but it’s the thoughtful design of the WaterColor community that sealed it for us—everything is just a bike ride away. Whether we’re walking the nature trails, pedaling to the beach, or catching the sunset at Bud & Alley’s, it all feels easy and effortless here. The people are warm, the hospitality is real, and the whole place just invites you to slow down and enjoy life. We know you’ll love your time on the Emerald Coast as much as we do

What makes this property unique

What do we love most about this house? It’s got that classic beachy charm, an easygoing floor plan, and all the space you need for a family trip, a couple of families together, or a fun friends’ getaway. You're close to everything—the private community beach, cute Seaside, lots pools, miles of trails—but still tucked away from the crowds of 30a. Plus, it backs right up to the national forest, so it feels private, peaceful, and like a true escape.

Languages:

English