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WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302

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A living room with a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, a dining table with a bowl, and a white sofa.
A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, white sofas, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A resort with multiple buildings, a large pool area, and a beach view.
A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Coleman Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Common Space

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Guest Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Jack and Jill Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302

Welcome to Mari-Lee by the Sea
Start your morning with coffee on the balcony overlooking Cerulean Park, then head out for a beach day or a stroll to WaterColor shops and dining. Mari-Lee by the Sea pairs a top-floor setting near the Gulf and Beach Club with bright coastal interiors and approximately 1,277 sq ft to settle into. Two bedrooms, a separate bunk nook and two full bathrooms accommodate up to six guests.

Settle Into Vacation
Gather in the living room for a movie, share a meal at the indoor dining table, or take dinner outside to the screened dining balcony. The adjoining open balcony offers rocking chairs and a lovely place to pause above the park. The kitchen includes a refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, dishwasher and drip coffee maker, making breakfast at home an easy start to the day.

Sleeping Arrangements and Bathrooms
- Primary Bedroom: One king bed, TV and an ensuite bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub and separate walk-in shower.
- Guest Bedroom: Two twin beds and access to a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. This bathroom also opens to the hallway and is shared with guests using the bunk nook.
- Bunk Nook: One twin-over-full bunk off the hallway, with privacy doors and under-bed storage. This is an additional sleeping area, not a third full bedroom.
- The condo accommodates a maximum of six overnight guests, regardless of the number of sleeping surfaces or amenity wristbands.

Enjoy WaterColor
Your stay includes access to shared WaterColor amenities, including the Beach Club, community pools and Camp WaterColor. Spend your days between the beach and pools, then enjoy the neighborhood paths, shops and dining. Bicycles are not included, but rentals are available nearby. Beach chairs, umbrellas and other third-party rentals are separate purchases, subject to availability. Golf-cart rentals are not permitted for WaterColor condominium properties.

Your Eight Amenity Wristbands
Your eight WaterColor wristbands will be waiting inside the condo in an envelope labeled with your name. They are available for pickup and use beginning at your 4:30 PM check-in time and deactivate at 10:00 AM on departure day, Central Time. Condo checkout remains 9:00 AM, and amenity operating schedules apply. The eight-band allocation does not increase the six-guest overnight limit.

Important Information
- Check-in: 4:30 PM Central. Checkout: 9:00 AM Central. Confirm your guest count at least 10 days before arrival.
- Parking: One reserved parking space in the lot on the east side of the building, for one standard-size vehicle. Additional parking is not guaranteed. No RVs, trailers, watercraft or large vans.
- Conveniences: Elevator access to the top-floor unit and an in-unit stacked washer and dryer. A Pack and Play is provided in the guest-suite closet.
- Starter supplies include three rolls of toilet paper, one roll of paper towels, bathroom soaps, a kitchen sponge, dish soap, dish towels and laundry pods. Please plan for additional supplies during your stay.
- The booking guest must be at least 25 and stay at the property. A signed rental agreement and full payment are required before access instructions are released, 24 hours before arrival.
- No smoking or vaping, pets, parties or unauthorized events. Applicable service-animal requirements are respected. Please keep food and drinks out of bedrooms and be considerate of neighbors.
- Please do not send mail or packages to the condo; delivery cannot be guaranteed.

PROPERTY & AMENITY DISCLAIMER
SoWal Properties makes every reasonable effort to keep listing information accurate. Property features, furnishings, appliances, parking, utilities, internet, community amenities, third-party services and weather conditions may change or be outside our control and cannot be guaranteed. Photos represent the property and area when taken and are not a guarantee of weather or current conditions. Any concerns will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis; changes, interruptions or weather conditions do not automatically result in refunds or compensation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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
No pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2574677vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located on a lake, this condo is in Watercolor, a neighbourhood 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 explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Gulf District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coleman Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is WaterColor, Walk to Gulf and Beach Club, Park Views, Screened Balcony Dining, Unit 302 located?

Located in Watercolor, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Seagrove Beach West and Coleman Beach. Grayton Beach State Park and The Chapel at Seaside are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this beautiful condo, Watercolor and Seaside :) Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location close to the beach club!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation!

Perfect accommodations for our family of four. Very clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and great property. The condo was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Beautifully decorated condo in perfect location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property

Can't beat the location of this property! Communication with property manager was excellent. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back and visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property, close to the beach

Excellent location! We were just a block from the Watercolor Beach Club, could walk there in less than 5 minutes. Beautiful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay Elizabeth! Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable Condo

Excellent location, close to beach and the beach club! Wonderful getaway with my precious daughters! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2023
Thanks for leaving a great review, Kathleen. We are glad you enjoyed your stay in Watercolor!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the location

This condo was well decorated. Loved that you could hear the waterfall. Easy walk to Beach Club and Wine Bar. Property Manager was easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This unit was perfect for us. Close to Beach Club. Great unit. Would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Piece of Paradise

This was one of our best trips, due in large part to our beautiful condo for the week! It was clean, well stocked, and in the perfect location for Watercolor and Seaside. We also had access to all the offerings (including private beach entrances) of the Watercolor Inn. The condo itself was very spacious and included a lot of ‘extras, such as a floor fan for the bedroom. The bathrooms were extra large and the master suite had an awesome soaking tub! The wrap around porch was perfect for morning drinks, overlooking the fountains in the park. Communication was excellent and the best part…the air conditioner was the best we have ever had!!! We hope to return again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2023
Thanks so much for leaving a great review, Karen! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Mari Lee By The Sea!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fun on 30A

We enjoyed the location of the property and the amenities of the Watercolor Inn. The ice maker made very little ice and there were no dish towels in the kitchen. That is really my only complaint. Some nicer beach chairs would be a nice amenity. I have stayed in much nicer, larger properties in Orange Beach and Rosemary and I really appreciate it when they throw in a $10 pack of toilet paper and paper towels and some dish washer detergent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Glad you had a great stay at Mari-Lee By The Sea! We will make sure there are adequate supplies in the home for future stays. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location and Beautiful space

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend this property. Just a block from the Beach Club entrance, and about the same distance from the Lake, we could walk or bike to either really easily! Everything was spotless and we loved being on the porch spaces for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Seaside was only a 3 minute bike ride away, too! The property owners were quickly responsive to the one or two small things we needed to have handled. Love the simple rhythm of life in this little corner of the world.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your stay at Mari-Lee By The Sea. Come back and visit again soon!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
I have stayed in multiple homes in Watercolor over the years. This scores low for dishes - almost everything is plastic and teflon, there were no basics - salt, pepper etc. and every other place I have stayed at least had basic supplies. The AC is NOT great - you are lucky if it gets to 68 by 5 am. It does not properly cool. The sheets and beds are poor - who in this day and age uses 65% POLYESTER SHEETS? The hot water is luke warm at best. The best thing about this is the location. It can't be beat as it is across the street from the beach club.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! You can easily walk to the beach club, beach and town square. Right across the street is Scratch bakery where you can get fresh coffee and delicious breakfast. It is also a short walk or bike ride to Seaside. Recommend getting bikes because Watercolor has beautiful bike paths, especially en route to Camp Watercolor. Condo is also beautiful and spacious. Appreciated the dedicated parking spot. Loved the patio and peacefulness of the area. Read the listing closely because you have to bring all toiletries, dishwasher detergent, clothes detergent, paper towels and toilet paper. They do not supply enough to get you past 3 days depending on size of party. Check in and check out are strictly at 4:30 pm and 9 am respectively. Also - cannot accept Amazon packages. None of those items were deal breakers for the location and comfort of the condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome visit location for Watercolor

We had been looking forward to our family Spring Break for many months and had high expectations based on the listing. Despite that, the experience surpassed expectations. The place was modern but still cozy; location to Club, shops and short walk to Seaside was crazy convenient; proximity to bike rental and trails was great too; parking was easy with back lot and street parking; decks overlooking town or park were great for morning coffee with my wife and communication from rental team was good before and during. As expected, the third bunk room is very small - perfect for middle schoolers but tight for my high schooler but he made it work. The master bath is so nice we’re literally going to copy much of it when we finally remodel our 1990’s version.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed the condo and your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at this rental and it was again, wonderful. Beautiful and beachy. And squeaky clean. Excellent location to access everything Watercolor has to offer. Had everything we needed with the exception of beach towels and a beach umbrella (we bought and left one) - since we didn’t want to pay 200 a pop for beach rental service. Sowal group was great to communicate with. Hope to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and property

This place was great for my family of four. Excellent location and amenities. The rental is very up to date and we miss hanging out on the back porch. We would stay here again. The kids enjoyed the room and bunk room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This was our first time at watercolor. This such a great location to everything. The condo was so well done and loved everything about it. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really enjoyed our stay

Very nice condo that our family really enjoyed. Well equipped and fantastic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thanks for leaving a great review! So glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back and visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break Fun

Condo was great! It was a perfect location to the beach club, beach, and Seaside. We stayed here for spring break and would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sowal Luxury Properties

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What makes this property unique

Elevator to top floor unit
Corner unit with wrap around balcony overlooking Cerulean Park
Newly renovated including all new spa baths
150 yards to the Watercolor Beach Club and Gulf Entrance
Beach chairs and toys in hallway closet
In unit stacked washer and dryer
Access to Watercolor Beach Club, Camp Watercolor, and community pools included with your reservation

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