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WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 123573 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Watersound, Florida
  • Seacrest Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Alys Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations

Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations (Previously known as Moore Relaxing)

Location: Watersound Beach
Address: 41 N Watch Tower Lane

Home Sweet Home: A Note From The Homeowner- Location, location, location! We’d vacationed on 30A for years but had never explored WaterSound. After discovering the incredible location at a price we couldn’t believe, we bought the house without even seeing it in person. When we finally did, we were thrilled to find a spacious, well-maintained home just six houses from the beach—perfect for family and friends. Barefoot at the Beach blends timeless elegance with comfort. We wanted a home we could truly live in, not one that felt like a museum, and this house strikes that perfect balance. WaterSound is a hidden gem—gated, serene, and not crowded like other communities. The private beach, with plenty of space even in peak season, ensures no stress over finding a spot. The home’s layout is ideal for large families, with multiple living spaces, plus five bedrooms. We recently renovated the master bath with a steam shower and soaking tub, perfect after a day in the sun. We can’t wait to call this place home full-time.

Details:
Barefoot at the Beach is located in the exclusive community of WaterSound. This newly furnished and decorated home is the perfect blend of beauty and function in a beach house. This well-appointed home accommodates 14 comfortably allowing plenty of space for everyone. This is truly a home where memories are made to last a lifetime. The main floor opens into a beautiful bright foyer and off to the left is a bedroom with a king bed, unsurpassed decor and a private bath. As you enter the main great room, you will find a beautiful stone fireplace and main living area. This space flows effortlessly into the gathering room, gourmet kitchen and additional dining options. There is a screened porch, spacious deck and outdoor shower for your enjoyment and outside the back door is the boardwalk that leads you to the beach or pool. The second-floor family media room is ideal for watching movies, playing games or just lounging and taking in the surroundings.

If you’re looking to plan less and experience more, contact the Royal Destinations team to discover your perfect 30A vacation rental. Known for unrivaled guest satisfaction, our team is committed to providing hand-tailored experiences that go beyond the four walls of your 30A luxury vacation rental.

Home Highlights:
-Distance to Private Beach Access: 50 Yards (1 Minute Walk)
-Parking Spaces: 2 Spaces in Driveway
-Dining Accommodations: Table Seating for 8, Bar Seating for 5
-Coffee Maker Available
-Gas Grill Available (Propane Provided)

WaterSound Community Highlights:
-Over 250 Acre Gated Beach Community on the Gulf of Mexico between Seaside and Rosemary Beach
-(2) Community Pools (Dunesider Pool in Main Gate and Bridges Pool within the Bridges Gate)
-Kayak Rentals
-Parks, Walking Trails and Meandering Boardwalks
-Bike to Alys, Seacrest and Rosemary Beach
-A short walk to The Big Chill (formerly The Hub)
*Please Note: Access to the WaterSound Beach Club is not included. WaterSound does not allow golf cart rentals from outside vendors.

Home Configuration + Sleeping Arrangements:
Sleeps: 12
5 Bedrooms / 4.5 Bathrooms

First Floor:
-Bedroom 1: (Master) King Bed with Private Bath (Shower/Tub Combo with Handrails for easy accessibility)
-Kitchen / Living Area / Dining Area / Porch
-Half Bath

Second Floor:
-Bedroom 2 (Master): King with Newly Remodeled Private Bath (Soaking Tub with Shower), Smart TV, Private Porch
-Bedroom 3: Queen Bed with Private Bath (Shower/Tub Combo)
-Bedroom 4: Two Queen Beds with Shared Bath (Shower)
-Bedroom 5: Two Twin/Twin Bunks with Shared Bath (Shower)
-Living Area / Smart TV

Amenities Include:
-4 Adult Bikes
-Community Pool

Please Note:
Beach access locations and beach vending companies are subject to change, per local county ordinances. For the most up-to-date information, please contact our office prior to your arrival.

Property manager

Royal Destinations
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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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
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 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

Panama City Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in WaterSound Beach, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Watersound, Florida

What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Alys Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Seaside Beach - 26 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza by the Sea - Seacrest Beach - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WaterSound Beach +Community Pool- Barefoot at the Beach by Royal Destinations located?

Located in WaterSound Beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Seacrest Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Alys Beach. Deer Lake State Park and Camp Creek Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lourdes D.

Thank you!

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 great vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Casey D., Dallas, TX

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

Moore Relaxing

Gorgeous house with convenient access to the beach via the boardwalk. We loved our week here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Darren R., Houston, TX

Great Stay

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: This was our first time to Watersound. What a great location. Close to everything but removed from the crazy crowds. The home was beautiful. The house was extremely clean, well kept, in a great location, and huge. The walk to the beach was truly only a few minutes as the house is located on one of the boardwalks. In the future, we will rent this property anytime we visit 30A. All around zero complaints with the experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Miley B.

Wonderful experience!

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: The house was clean and in a great location. The manager did an excellent job in communication. We were very pleased with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Franklin

Beautiful Home!!!!

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: Wonderful Spring Break week!!
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10/10 Excellent

Donnie G.

Moore Relaxing---GREAT

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: One of the best weeks our family has experienced>
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10/10 Excellent

Lea Ann M.

Summer Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great house- close to beach boardwalks and the swimming pool. We especially loved that the house had plenty of room to spread out- great table for puzzles- and was not as crowded as some areas of 30a!
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10/10 Excellent

William B.

Summer vacation

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: Had our family together for a week. Property was good. Would rent this property again .
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8/10 Good

A guest from Atlanta, GA

Moore Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, nice house. Little bit of deferred maintenance but nothing significant
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10/10 Excellent

Christiane H.

Favorite House On 30A!

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: The house was perfect for our group of 4 adults and 7 tweens/teens. The location was 5 minutes from doorstep to sand, and less than that to the pool! We loved all the living and dining spaces for our group, and the house was well-equipped. Royal Destinations was prompt in answering every question. We will be back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Home away from home.

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: BatB was an immaculately home inside and out. Larger than photos make it seem. Also, every detail was attended to by the owner. The management team was attentive and responsive. We will rent there again and again as it was perfect location to beach, pool and the Big Chill which made biking easy to all locations. It helped make our vacation so memorable. We were so happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dan J., Tulsa

Fantastic for families

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 wonderful week at Barefoot at the Beach. We had one minimal issue (trash pickup) and management took care of it within a couple of hours. The accommodations were excellent and the location was perfect. Highly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Wonderful vacation home

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: Barefoot at the Beach is a wonderful vacation home. Loved how close the house is to the beach. There are multiple seating areas to accommodate large groups, and the screened porch with the dining table was a great area to play board games on a rainy day. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Would definitely recommend this house, and will rent again!

10/10 Excellent

Joanna T.

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

INSANELY BEAUTIFUL & PERFECT!

Literally these pictures do NOT do this house justice. 😍 It was the most beautiful place I’ve ever stayed! We can’t wait to go back. I went with 7 of my neighborhood girlfriends but we were all talking about the fact that the house could have fit SO many more! Such a short and beautiful walk to the beach and we actually walked to the Hub too! I would give this place a hundred stars if I could!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Moore Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second time staying at this house and we love it! This house lives large and houses a large number in comfort. The location is amazing, just walk down the boardwalk out your door and you are on the gorgeous beach. Watersound is a beautiful area to enjoy away from the hustle and bustle of Seaside or Rosemary Beach but close enough to visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Ali D., Houston

Beautiful Home and Location!

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 an amazing 4 night stay at Barefoot at the Beach. The home was beautifully decorated and well maintained. The bikes were perfect for riding to the beach, pool and nearby stores and restaurants (Bruno's Pizza nearby is excellent!). The mobile app Royal Destinations provided allowed us to locate great activities in the area. We booked a fishing charter that was fantastic! We love the Watersound community and plan to return soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam H., Panama City Bch, FL

Moore Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving with four generations under one roof, the oldest 92 and the youngest 2. The house was great, the weather was beautiful, we enjoyed all the nearby festivities and some of the kids ran in the 30A 10K. See ya next year!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2014
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10/10 Excellent

Brock W.

Great Family Week!

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 actually stayed in the property about 6 years ago and found the updated home much better suited and furnished than before. It's a beautiful home. The only recommendation might be the first floor master bathroom getting updated or enchanced to help with older folks who found getting in and out of the huge tub to take a shower a bit of a problem.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect family vacation spot!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: This house was beautifully decorated and a wonderful design for large families. Only wish the kitchen had been alittle better equipped. Appliances were amazing. Beds very comfortable. Back porch shower area could use a drain! Overall A+. Will hopefully be back next year!!
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10/10 Excellent

kristin m.

Wonderful vacation spot

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: This property was exceptional! The house is beautiful, spacious and clean! It had plenty of space for everyone in our party and more. It was a convenient location to the beach and pool. The neighborhood is darling with lots of charm. The week we were there was relatively quiet and didn’t seem super busy, which was perfect for us. The neighborhood is close by (walking distance) to The Chill/Hub and a short car or bike ride to other areas if you’re looking for more action. The beach was clean and not crazy busy in front of this property. We had one issue with the air conditioning at the property not working, but Royal destinations was quick to address the problem and fix it. We would love to go back someday, and would recommend this property and Royal Destination to others!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Perfect wedding home!

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 were more than impressed with not just the beautiful home but also how perfectly clean it was! Our experience with the concierge rental management company went above and beyond what we have ever experienced before. We arrived to find a welcome gift basket as well as a home that was stocked with high end sheets and towels. The layout was perfect for our family including married children, significant others and grandchildren. Loved the storage shed with beach toys and wagon for the beach. We had plenty of room to mingle In The great room with the extra long, ultra comfortable couch. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. Every detail was perfection and we really appreciated the communication from the rental management company. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2014
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10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Spring Break 2015

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: Moore Relaxing is a great property! Access to the beach is a short stroll along the board walk. The limited beach access gives you plenty of room to enjoy the sun. The sand is beautiful white and the Gulf crystal clear. If the beach is not your thing, try the pool. The pool is large and they keep the water at a perfect temperature. For us lap swimmers there are even two lanes. The house is comfortable, inviting, and tastefully furnished, big enough for a moderate sized family reunion. Everything was clean and well maintained. The folks at Royal Beach Rentals were helpful, friendly and gave wonderful customer service from the time we made the reservations through when we left. It's in the center of everything, between Destin and Panama City. You can find great food in almost any price range and even the pricey restaurants have a relaxed, beach-side atmosphere. We did everything from parasailing to scuba diving. If you can't find a warm weather recreation you enjoy close by, you'r just not looking:-))
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10/10 Excellent

Agatha L., Carrollton, GA

Basically the house was very comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking. The dishwashers were ideal. The bedroom on the first floor (where the grandparents slept) had two very high beds and so we were glad that we brought step stools. One for the kids and one for us. The pool nearby was great, but for the grandparents the distance to the beach was quite a trek. The eating area for the kids was ideal. We did wish that the flat screen TV downstairs had a DVD player, so that the adults could watch something different. The door locks were a small problem. The house was well maintained, but the wood floors needed to be mopped a little better. The decor was beautiful and we were very comfortable. The rental agency reps were very helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Spacious, Beautiful, and Accommodating

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: Wonderful! Even with the rain, we didn't feel any cabin fever. The inside exceeds expectations based on the pictures. The boardwalks, pool, and beaches give the WaterSound property a delightful and peaceful environment. We are already planning a return trip!
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Chris M. M.

Peace and quiet

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: Amazing house and location! The beach is beautiful and we had it mostly to ourselves all week. Sine you are right between Rosemary Beach and Seaside the are a lot of great places to eat and shop. I highly recommend this house and location.

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