Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
62 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1 - First Floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3 - Second Floor
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4 - Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6 - Carriage House
2 Double Beds
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House!
HOME HIGHLIGHTS: - Per WaterColor HOA, all guests 5 years of age or older must be included in your adult guest total in order to receive wristbands to access amenities and pools. This home is allotted 14 wristbands. - 6 adult bikes - Rooftop deck with views of Western Lake - Wireless Internet - This property comes with 3 dedicated parking spots. Additional parking can be found throughout the community. - Complete Clean Linen Participant - ALL linens, including comforter covers, are laundered upon every checkout.
DETAILS: WaterColor 79 Dandelion is a sparkling 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom Main House—plus a Carriage House—that sleeps 14. Tucked away in the "Cottage District" overlooking the lake, enjoy terrific community amenities, including access to the private beach club and multiple pools. With nearly 3,700 square feet of living space, guests will love the accessible wheelchair ramp, ping pong table, wonderful second-floor balconies, and the rooftop deck!
The main floor of the Main House exudes a cozy and inviting ambiance that sets the tone for a peaceful lakeside retreat. Upon entering, guests are greeted by an open living space adorned with warm interiors and breathtaking views of the tranquil lake. The living area is well-lit and vibrantly decorated, with an additional sitting area in front of large picture windows. The traditional dining area seats 8, with room for 6 more at the breakfast bar. A gourmet kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and spacious countertops is a chef's dream. Step onto the screened porch right off the kitchen and find an alfresco dining table with endless views of the waters below. Passed the wet bar is a primary bedroom with a king bed and private bathroom.
The second floor is a haven for guests seeking comfort and relaxation. A cozy twin-over-twin bunk nook with built-in cabinets is great for kids. An upstairs living room shares screened-in balcony access—boasting a ping pong table—with one of the guest bedrooms featuring a queen bed and private bathroom. Another balcony on this level is connected by 2 other guest bedrooms—1 with 2 twin beds and great views, the other with a queen bed. The true highlight of this floor is the remarkable rooftop deck, with breathtaking views of Western Lake. Take advantage of the outdoor kitchen and comfortable seating for a blissful alfresco dining experience.
An open area on the ground floor separates the Main House from the Carriage House, which features all the comforts of home with a kitchenette, living area, full sleeper sofa, full Murphy bed, and private bathroom.
WaterColor 79 Dandelion comes with 3 dedicated parking spots—plus 6 complimentary adult bikes—perfect for exploring nearby beach access at Van Ness Butler and Santa Clara. Book this enchanting property today!
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 14): FIRST FLOOR: Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower and Tub
SECOND FLOOR: Bunk Room: Twin over Twin Bunk Bed, Shared Hallway Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo Guest Bedroom: Two Twin Beds, Shared Hallway Bathroom with Shower/Tub Combo Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Hallway Bathroom with Shower Only Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
CARRIAGE HOUSE: Full Sleeper and Full Murphy Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
Weddings are not allowed at this home. If this policy is violated, you may be asked to vacate the property and forfeit any rental payments as well as be subject to HOA, community, and 360 Blue fines.
Please note: Effective March 15, 2014, Low-Speed Vehicle rentals in WaterColor must be made through The Electric Cart Company and will be limited to 80 vehicles throughout the community at any given time. Only one cart may be rented per home and rentals will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lake view
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Full payment is required to be paid by the due date. Failure to pay the balance in full by said due date will result in cancellation.
A signed rental agreement is required to confirm your stay. Failure to sign the agreement within 96 hours of booking will result in cancellation.
Failure to follow our House Rules as listed, will result in the cancellation of the reservation and forfeiture of all deposits.
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
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.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - 11 min walk
The Red Bar - 7 min drive
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 9 min walk
Pickles - 10 min walk
The Perfect Pig - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House!?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House! on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,209, 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 at Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cottage District, Rooftop Deck, Lake Views, Carriage House! located?
Located in Watercolor, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Seaside Beach. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Sundog Books are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was great, perfect for the large group that we had and the kitchen was great for the large group cooking that we did. Beach club pool is amazing!
We really enjoyed our stay. The home and to community both exceeded our expectations. The pool areas and beach club were amazing. It was a quick walk into Seaside and all of the great shops and restaurants.
Andy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Hi, Andy. We are delighted this WaterColor home was perfect for your beach getaway and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back to 30A soon!
Accurate listing, some of the living spaces seemed a bit smaller than the photos. Mast shower missing glass door. Easy checkin and checkout process. Appreciated the 6 adult bikes provided and great location with privacy!
House was in a great location, short walk to the beach, shopping and restuarants.
Fritz K.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your holiday on 30A and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back to the beach again soon; thank you for being our guest!
Hi, Lee. We appreciate your 5-star review and are delighted you enjoyed your WaterColor stay. Thank you for being our guest; we hope to welcome you back to the beach soon.
Great house and location great back screened porch overlooking lake
Andrew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your WaterColor vacation and agree that a screened-in porch is a great place to hang out. We hope to see you on 30A g again soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Great house and location. Would suggest adding extra bed linens and cooking utensils but otherwise great!
cassie h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review, Cassie. We are thrilled you had a great experience in Watercolor and appreciate your review. Thank you for being our guests, and we hope to see you back in the future!
We are delighted you had a fabulous week in WaterColor and appreciate your review. We hope to welcome you back to 30A soon; thank you for being our guests
great location, house is just in need of a deep cleaning and lots of deferred maintenance, pots pans etc are lacking, the location makes up for most of the issues , the previous reviews said much of the same
keith f.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you sharing your experience. This information has been shared with our team and the homeowner. We hope to welcome you back to 30A soon!
Hi, Joan. We are delighted you enjoyed your WateColor getaway and appreciate your review. We hope to welcome you back to 30A soon; thank you for being our guest.
We had 13 people here and everyone had space. The kitchen had everything we needed and it was a short trip to the grocery store. We were able to walk to the beach and walk to shops. We look forward to our next stay
Carrie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are thrilled this WaterColor home was perfect for your group's Labor Day weekend getaway, and we're looking forward to your next 30A visit. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mark R.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Fading property
Wonderful location at fading property. Little recent investment in upkeep leaves rotting wood, peeling paint and broken, aging furniture throughout. We had a great stay but expected a more well kept property. Cockroaches in kitchen and master bathroom…it’s the south but should be controllable with better cleaning and upkeep.
Mark R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback and have shared it with our team and the homeowner. We are sorry that this visit wasn't up to our standards, and we hope to provide you with a better 30A getaway in the future.
Spot was perfect - easy to walk to Seaside, tennis courts and all the watercolor amenities. House was spacious and comfortable with excellent porches. We very much liked the house. Several things needed to improve to take it from good to exceptional: 1. Kitchen was not well stocked. Good on plates/cups/cutlery but not good on many essentials such as Tupperware, baking sheets, etc. Not a single extra blanket in the entire house. 2. Coffee pot was broken. Called the property management and chatted no less than 10 times and they were either closed, lines were busy or otherwise. When we did get them, it took until the following day to drop off and then it went to the WRONG HOUSE. It literally never arrived to our property.3. These rooms are huge and could easily fit king beds which is massively improve the stay. 4. The pillows and touches had gotten a bit ratty - time to replace.
Virginia C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
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Overall, great stay. Property Management group was awesome.
This is the perfect location. Our 3rd trip to Watercolor but this one was so centrally located. We could easily walk to everywhere in 10 minutes or less. Cutting through the paths to the ampitheater was the best.
The house layout is terrific. The upstairs sitting area was perfect for the kids. The porches up/down and front/back give great options for where you want to hang out.
The only criticisms are simply things that didn't work. For starters, the refrigerator and freezer were out. However, the property management company brought over a cold unit the night we checked in! And made arrangements to get the unit repaired.
In the carriage house, the smoke detector battery beeped all night on night 1. Again, the PM group stepped in and fixed it. The family also complained about the HVAC unit as being loud.
After that, it was just small things - 1/2 bath door lock not working, etc. Things that come with use and age. Just needs to have details stayed on top of.
Last, for some reason, there was a sign on the ice maker saying "not for guest use". Not sure why. That's a big feature and to not make that available is a miss in my opinion.
In all, we'd go back in a heartbeat.
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Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Chuck, Thank you for your review. We appreciate and value your feedback and hope that you can come back again soon. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue!
This is our 4th time to Watercolor and 2nd time at this house and we love it. Cannot beat the location. Floor layout is awesome - lots of space and good separation for when kids want to be kids and adults need some quiet.
Property management company is great as they've been very responsive when we've needed to call to have something taken care of.
If I had any complaints, - or what would make this even better - there are two: One is that the kitchen needs some pots/saucepans. Lots of skillets and some cookie sheets but needed a couple of 2qt saucepans when prepping dinner.
The second is that we could not find the instructions for the TV and remote. We figured it all out last year but unable to this year. Because the living room was a smart TV, one of the dads just logged into his streaming TV service to allow us to watch but was still hard to navigate with the remotes.
All that said, we hope to be back next year!
Chuck H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Hey Chuck,
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us! I am happy to report that the owner has ordered new pots and pans, and has updated the smart TV instructions. Thank you for vacationing with 360 Blue, and we look forward to seeing you back at the beach again soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
26 Dec 2019
December 2019 Stay
The television did not work. We called the property manager and they sent a repair person in a timely fashion. However he said the fix would require a new cable box. He said this on Friday and told us it would be Monday before a new cable box will arrive. A new cable box did come on Monday but it did not solve the problem. No other option was offered. The rest of our family was in a house across the street. We all just watched select television programs together over there. We enjoy each other’s company but this was unsatisfactory.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
What a great photo, Michael! Thanks for sharing. We are so sorry to hear that your stay in WaterColor was not of the quality you expected. We sincerely apologize that we were unable to correct the television issues you encountered while staying with us. We absolutely understand how frustrating this can be and we are so sorry we missed the mark by not getting this fixed for you all. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we do hope to see you all again soon.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
L N.
6 Nov 2019
November 2019 Stay
Our second year here. We didn’t love the house last year and had some issues but decided to give it another shot. We won’t be back. One of the issues, the dishwasher, needed to be serviced AGAIN after the door wouldn’t stay up on its own and turning on a TV in this house requires an advanced degree and was very frustrating not to have on a rainy day. The cockroaches, while I know are a Florida thing, have surprised us here every year yet we haven’t had this same problem at the other houses we’ve rented in the area. The bike tires were not aired up on all six bikes so only three out of the five of us could ride at a time. There were some things that just needed attention - broken faucet handle in master bathroom, spider webs, damage to the kitchen floor, no extra blankets - that were the same as last year. After staying in a few houses in the area, this is a great house for young families but not up to par for mature guests wanting and paying for a luxurious vacation home.
L N.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
LeAnn, we are so sorry to hear that your stay in WaterColor was anything less than five stars. We absolutely understand how frustrating it can be to encounter issues with the dishwasher for the second time in a row. Because of this, we are currently working on replacing the dishwasher in this home in an effort to correct this for future guests. We apologize for the television, pest, and bike issues as well and we ask that you please, in the future, make us aware of these things so that we can make every effort to correct them for you. We appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the faucet, floor, and blankets. We will be sure to share this information with our entire team so that we can rectify this for incoming guests. Again, we sincerely apologize that your stay was not of the quality you expected. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we do hope to see you again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
lucinda b.
30 Aug 2019
August 2019 Stay
Beautiful home and perfect floor plan for our 2 families. I know it is the nature of the area, but there were many many cockroaches. i'm sure people keep the door open and hard to keep up. Thank you for the hospitality!
lucinda b.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Lucinda, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We completely agree that this home has the perfect layout for multiple families. We apologize for the inconvenience of the palmetto bugs you experienced while staying with us. We will be sure to share this information with our team in an effort to correct this for future guests. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane C.
13 Apr 2019
April 2019 Stay
What a wonderful week we spent at Louisiana Purchase. We had a big group to celebrate an 85th birthday and this house didn't disappoint. The bedrooms all had King beds, the cribs and bunks all worked well for the little ones, the kitchen was well stocked for meals in house, the icemaker was especially useful, the 3rd floor game game room was the perfect respite for the young adults who wanted to stay up late and the location for a quick walk to Seaside could not be beat. Everyone in the group thoroughly enjoyed the home.
Jane C.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are so thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your vacation with us in Watercolor at this amazing home for such a special occasion! Thank you for staying with 360 Blue, we hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Courtnay G.
30 Mar 2019
2019 Spring Break
This house was the best. It overlooks the nature preserve area of Western Lake. It is on a culdesac and is quiet and easily accommodated our 3 families. The location is excellent...right across from the tennis courts and a short walk to Seaside. The kitchen was awesome for our teenagers to gather and they also loved the independence of staying in the carriage house. Would highly recommend this place to anyone. I did want to point out that we observed security cameras on the back porch and screened in porch area. It caught us a little off because they were pointing into the room and house vs. externally. Made us wonder if there were others throughout the interior of the home. That certainly didn't detour our fun but I think a disclaimer of some sort would have been a nice add.
Courtnay G.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! We too love the location of this home! Thank you for joining us, we hope to host you all again soon!
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
21 July 2018
July 2018 Stay
We have had a great vacation. The home is beautiful but it needs some TLC. The house was not as clean as it should have been. The grill was not usable because it was filthy. Many problems in the bathrooms and the great room furniture was very dirty. The exhaust fan in the kitchen has never been cleaned it appeared. We love the area because of the convenience to all of the amenities. For the amount of the fees we paid we expected much more. You have my phone number if you have questions.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
We are glad that you enjoyed your vacation in spite of some issues experienced during your stay! 360 Blue has very strict standards for cleanliness and we would have been more than happy to send our cleaners back out to correct the areas that were missed during the initial clean, regardless we are deeply sorry for the inconvenience and hope to see you and your group again very soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Candice f.
18 Nov 2017
November 2017 Stay
What a fantastic week at 30A! Your home is absolutely stunning and one of the most well equipped. We felt 360 met and exceeded all of our expectations and were very attentive.
Candice f.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Looks like the perfect beach day! Thank you for choosing 360 Blue. We hope to see you back soon!