Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
61 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1 - First Floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3 - Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 - Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 - Carriage House
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Sofa Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes!
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. - 5 adult bikes provided - 6 Seater Low-Speed Vehicle - Private Heated Pool & Spa. Pool and sitting spa are heated together. **Pool heating is available for this property from October 1st through May 1st for $25 per day** - Wrap around porch - Carriage house with full kitchen - This property comes with 6 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
Guests staying in WaterColor will have access to the WaterColor Beach Club. It features a main pool and lounge area, second pool deck with additional lounge seating, and third pool with zero-entry, as well as an enhanced WaterColor Grill, and sunset bar, Costa Chica. All have scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
DETAILS: Spacious, cool and luxurious, "Heart's Desire" is designed to evoke the quintessential Seaside vacation. Located in WaterColor's Crossing District, this picture-perfect cottage sleeps 14, with two primary bedrooms - one up and one down - with private baths in the main house, and two upstairs double bedrooms sharing a Jack and Jill bath. The private carriage house adds a fifth bedroom hideaway with its own kitchen, living room and bath. Professionally decorated, the open floor plan of "Heart's Desire" welcomes you with a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen flowing into the dining and living room that leads you to a wraparound porch overlooking the heated pool and spa . At the top of the stairs is a landing with a pull-out sofa and TV, a perfect nook for kids or an afternoon nap. Enjoy sunbathing by the pool by day and stargazing at night while you soak in the spa. Relax with an early morning cup of coffee on the screened porch while watching the outdoor TV or have a a cool drink on the front porch letting time stand still. A 6-seater golf cart is available for your use at Heart's Desire, convenient and fun for quick trips and easy parking on jaunts to the beach or downtown restaurants. Or just zip over to the nearby Publix for your last minute grocery needs. This elegant and comfortable retreat is the perfect place to bring family and friends and create the Seaside memories of your own heart's desire.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 14): FIRST FLOOR: - Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
SECOND FLOOR: - Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower and Tub - Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo - Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo - Landing: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Carriage House: - Queen Bed and Queen Sleeper Sofa, Private Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
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.
*Unfortunately, this home does not allow pets at any time.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. 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 hiking/biking trails nearby.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - 5 min drive
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Pickles - 4 min drive
The Perfect Pig - 14 min walk
The Daytrader Tiki Bar and Restaurant - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes!?
As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes! on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,147, 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.
Is Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wrap Around Porch! 6 Seater LSV! Private Pool! 5 Bikes! located?
Located in Watercolor, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Seagrove Beach West and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach East and Seaside Repertory Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor and appreciate you sharing your experience. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Conan Y.
1 Nov 2018
October 2018 Stay
We had a very nice, relaxing stay at this home. It comfortably accommodated our party of 8. Loved the hot tub and pool!
Conan Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so glad that you and your group enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is great for larger groups or families and the pool is such a great bonus to have! We hope to host you all again very soon!
Our time there was pleasant. The house was perhaps less impressive than ones we've stayed in the past 13-years. Nevertheless, it was a great week, and 360 Blue was prompt in getting our oven repaired. I would recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy Watercolor.
John D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review, John. We're pleased that you had a pleasant stay at Heart's Desire and found our team prompt in getting the oven repaired. Thank you for being our guests, and we look forward to welcoming you back to WaterColor in the future!
Overall it was our best family vacation yet! We had a few issues the first day, but 360 was there the next day. Not enough towels and sheets for pullouts were missing. I sure wish watercolors would start up their beach towel service.
Nancy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Nancy, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us in WaterColor. We appreciate your feedback and we will share this with our property management team. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
14 Nov 2017
November 2017 Stay
This was the most incredible house! We stay every year and this was my favorite we’ve ever had the pleasure of staying in. Loved the decor - we felt like movie stars!
The golf cart and heated pool and all the outdoor spaces and comfy interiors plus having all adult room accommodations make this property the perfect adult get away! No one had to sleep in a bunk room! Yay!!
Every detail had been thought of!
Amanda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
What a great photo! We are beyond thrilled that you loved this beautiful home as much as we do. We loved having you with us and hope to see you back soon!
We loved this house and the layout. The carriage house above the garage was perfect for our 15 year old daughter and her friend. We also loved the front porch...perfect evening breeze! Only issue we had was the pool. From the heavy rain the pool was green and filled with algae for almost our entire stay. It took the management company a few days to fix. But otherwise, we highly recommend this house!
Michelle C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Michelle, We love hearing that you enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate your valuable feedback and we look forward to hosting you again soon. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carmen H.
27 Aug 2018
August 2018 Stay
Absolutely lovely home! Loved the private pool! The location of the house was perfect! Nice little drive with the golf cart! Just a few things we noticed that needed attention. The previous guests left beer cans in the golf cart, and under the table so I don’t know if the cleaners overlooked it or just didn’t do a great job. Also a bunch of our dishes was very dirty. And we could never get the cable to work on the big tv in the living room. But overall it’s a great house and very comfortable! Love it!
Carmen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your vacation with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is perfect for a fun-filled vacation and having the private pool makes the getaway that much better! The photo you shared is priceless! We do apologize for the inconveniences felt during your stay and we will be sure to share your feedback with our team. We look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Archival
8/10 Good
Laurie W.
26 Nov 2017
November 2017 Stay
Such a lovely home! We had a wonderful time, thank you! We brought a lot of kitchen items with us due to the holiday, but the kitchen was nicely equipped. Very thankful for the 2nd oven in the carriage house though. We do have a few suggestions/comments:
1. The area rugs (den and foyer especially) need rug pads ASAP! They were trip hazards and we constantly had to move chairs and coffee table to straighten it out to keep from tripping.
2. More dish towels in kitchen are needed. We only had one yellow/white one and had to use bath hand towels.
3. The upstairs thermostats wouldn’t allow us to make it cooler at night and so some were too warm while sleeping.
4. The couple who stayed in carriage house said the main door needs a shade!! Coming out of the bathroom leaves you fully exposed and they wished more privacy for that would have been provided.
5. The mattress in the carriage house was very soft. The couple said it was not very comfortable. They also had to call housekeeping upon arrival as that unit w
Laurie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. We have shared this information with the property manager and the homeowner so that they look into each of these concerns and address them as needed. We hope you had an amazing stay and created memories that will last a lifetime.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Krystal M.
12 Oct 2021
October 2021 Stay
This home was absolutely perfect. Ive been to 30a several times. This visit was for my daughters birthday. We had 4 adults and 4 children and the home was more than enough space for us. The heated pool came in handy at night after the beach club closed. The home was clean and very well maintained. The dishes were spotless and the pots and pans were in great condition. The kids loved the golf cart and it made getting around alot easier. We loved having so many pool options and the designated beach access was perfect as it was right next to the stand where you could rent beach chairs/umbrellas. There was a publix right up the street and we passed several food spots and food trucks on the way to the beach everyday which in the golf cart was a short 7 mins or so away. We really enjoyed this home and its location. the neighborhood was quiet, clean and welcoming. I definitely plan on staying at this home again.
Krystal M.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Krystal, We are so glad that you had a wonderful experience during your stay with us in WaterColor. We appreciate and value your feedback and we hope you can visit us again soon. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
Would definitely stay in Watercolor again. Loved the amenities, house, pool, etc. would have loved to have a Kuric though.
Donald F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Donald, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us in WaterColor. We appreciate and value your feedback and we hope you can visit us again soon. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
Verified
8/10 Good
Pete R.
20 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Just know this….
We have used this rental company before and last year the unit was not ready at 4:00 we had to wait until 5:45 to get in. This year the unit was ready at 2:00 and we were told we had to wait till 4:00 to get in Literally sat I. The driveway for two hours. Offering them money to get in did not help, they stick to that checkin time.
When we had to wait last year for because they were late did not even receive a apology.
Business is too good for them.
Pete R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Pete, Thank you for your review. Please know that due to covid restrictions it is important for us to stick to our 4 PM check-in time. Even though the home may be cleaned early, we still have to send an inspector through the home to make sure that nothing was missed or needs a touch-up. We apologize for any inconvenience that this caused and hope that you understand our position in wanting to make sure that every home is ready for the arrival of our guests. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue and we hope you will consider us again in the future.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Ken T.
24 Nov 2019
November 2019 Stay
Nice house in great location, however kind of spoiled by the extremely loud and extremely early construction work at the house next door which was not mentioned when we booked. Awoken by multiple trucks, banging, sawing and very, very loud music coming from the house for the first 3 days. Not cool.
Ken T.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so sorry to hear that your stay in WaterColor was anything less than five stars. We absolutely understand how frustrating nearby construction can be. Again, we sincerely apologize that your stay was not of the quality you expected. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we hope you visit the area again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DeAnn D.
20 Sept 2019
September 2019 Stay
Great house! Great location! Enjoyed a week’s stay in this beautiful house. The house is as pictured and described in the listing. The living room is large and perfect for family gathering. Bedrooms are comfortable. There is a bedroom on the first floor, which is nice if someone in the group/family has mobility limitations. Washer and dryer on site. Bikes (5) and golf cart (seats 6 adults) available. Tennis, beach, pools, kayaks, town center and grocery store all an easy bike or golf cart ride away. Loved biking around the neighborhood and to the town center then coming home and cooling off in the pool. I would definitely stay here again.
DeAnn D.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor! We absolutely agree that this home is in a wonderful location for biking around and there is nothing better than cooling off in the pool after. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We hope to see you all again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Melody S.
3 Aug 2019
August 2019 Stay
The house is beautiful; pool was awesome and location perfect. Recommend a thorough cleaning for incoming renters especially as you near the end of a busy season. 360 Blue was great to work with.
Melody S.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation at 467 East Royal Fern! The home is so beautiful and in the perfect location! We do appreciate your feedback on the home and have scheduled for a deep clean as well! Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Elissa V.
27 July 2019
July 2019 Stay
Had a great time! The house was perfect for the 3 families in our group (13 people total). 360 Blue was super easy to work with and very helpful!
Elissa V.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Elissa, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We completely agree that this home is perfect for multiple families. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We look forward to hosting you all again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Becky D.
8 June 2019
June 2019 Stay
This is our second year In a row that we have stayed in this house. The size is perfect for our party of 6, with plenty of room to spread out. Love the included golf cart and the pool is perfect for the kids. We had to deal with some pool issues, but 360 took care of it promptly. My only suggestion is to double check every detail before your guests arrive. I only get one vacation per year with my family and some want to be wasting valuable family time making phone calls and sending messages about issues. Added bonus - we are from St Louis and got to see our own STL Blues make history by winning the Stanley Cup in this house! TVs were excellent. We loved this house and plan on returning !
Becky D.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
What a great family photo! We are delighted that you enjoyed another year in our Watercolor home. We agree that the pool and golf cart makes for a great getaway! We are happy to hear that the minor issues were resolved for you in a timely manner. We hope that you come back next year to continue the memories!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jonathan P.
25 May 2019
May 2019 Stay
We had a great stay. The house was very nice and having a pool was perfect for all the kids. It would be helpful if at least a limited amount of personal items (toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, etc) were provided for guests. Also, the electrical set up for the garage is faulty and would require us to constantly throw the breaker box to get the graham doors to open and shut.
Other than those items we had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the property.
Two families, 7 total young kids. From Texas.
Jonathan P.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback for this wonderful home and community! We hope to see you again very soon, thank you for staying with 360 Blue!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brandon D.
9 Apr 2019
April 2019 Stay
We had a great time staying at Heart's Desire for our wedding "Drakecation". The house was great - we took our wedding preparation photos at the house and loved the interior. The carriage house made it logistically easy with both sides of the bridal party, and we got to stay close to parents that way. We also really enjoyed having access to the golf cart and the bicycles. This made it easy to enjoy the great beach and town locations. Overall, would recommend and consider staying again!
Brandon D.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so happy to have hosted you all for such a great occasion! We agree that this home is perfect for larger groups and having the golf cart and bikes making getting to and from all of the surroundings so simple! We love the photo you shared with us! Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day, we hope to host you all again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda V.
17 Nov 2018
November 2018 Stay
Our family of 6 absolutely loved our time here! Born & raised in Florida i love the location of this property. The owners & management company keep this home in pristine shape. So many of the necessities that we brought were already here for our use! We had the pool heated during our stay & our granddaughters enjoyed it daily! Used the grill several times & it was perfect. No complaints whatsoever! Hoping to return again very soon!!
Linda V.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is a great option for a fun family getaway and heating the pool is a must during the colder months so that you can enjoy everything the home has to offer! Thank you for choosing 360 Blue, we hope to see you again soon!
Archival
8/10 Good
27 Nov 2017
November 2017 Stay
After driving 5 hours of our 14 hour trip home, I realized I did not have my Rolex watch. I called the guest services number, explained what I had done and where I thought the watch would be. After a few frantic hours, Ali called to tell me they had found the watch. I asked them to mail it, insured and charge my credit charge with cost. They put it in the mail today, nov. 27 and I should get it on Wed. I really appreciate their concern and attention to this matter and am so grateful for honest housekeepers!!!! Carolyn
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
We are so happy we were able to get your watch back to you and ease your concerns. We hope you had amazing stay for your fall getaway and we look forward to seeing you back soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Julie T.
14 July 2017
July 2017 Stay
We usually spend most of our vacations in the Caribbean, but decided on a last minute trip to Watercolor/Seaside this time. What a gorgeous area! The sand and water definitely rival some of the best Caribbean beaches.
The house (467 East Royal Fern) is beautiful and very spacious. The beds are extremely comfortable, the kitchen is spacious, the outdoor area is great (large screened in porch), and we appreciated the privacy in the back of the house (no neighbors behind us).
We will definitely be coming back!
Julie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
This is such a precious photo! It's definitely one to frame and look back on for years to come! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your last minute trip to Watercolor! It really has so much to offer for the whole family! We're glad the home could fit your family's needs, and that you enjoyed it so much! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach escape. We look forward to helping you plan your next visit!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Erin E.
1 July 2017
July 2017 Stay
We love Watercolor! This is our second vacation there. We absolutely loved this house and location. The rooms are spacious and the beds were extremely comfy! The pool was great although the pump stopped working and we called to report it. They fixed it but it stopped working again. They sent someone again but it stopped working again. Definitely didn't stop the fun or would it prevent future visits just kinda frustrating to have to keep calling. Also loved the kitchen in this house! Great for large families!
Erin E.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
What a precious family photo! It's definitely one to treasure for years to come! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the property and that the pool issue didn't keep you from enjoying your stay! We appreciate you providing your valuable feedback! Thank you for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach vacation. Be sure to visit us again soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Teresa H.
27 May 2017
May 2017 Stay
Thanks to your 360 Blue staff we had a great vacation. Our family of 12, ages 2 to 85 loved the home. It was a great location -- a short golf cart ride to the beach or Publix. The 12 seater golf cart, screened-in porch an pool were a real plus. The children loved the bikes too. I'd highly recommend this house.
Teresa H.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
What a cute family photo! It looks like you guys got to take advantage of the complementary golf cart! We are so thrilled to hear that your family enjoyed the property and your visit with us so thoroughly! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach vacation. Come back and see us again soon!
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