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Wooded front exterior of house
Dine in kitchen with view to living area
Open shelves in kitchen making easy to find what you need!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunkroom Sleeps 6

3 Single Bunk Beds

Downstairs Master

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Half Bathroom

Toilet

Downstairs Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Hall Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

"WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside

Watercolor at Seaside!!

The Ward family's home away from no home in sunny WaterColor.

This 2800 sq ft 3 bedroom + bunk room / 4.5 bath home is located in Phase I of WaterColor directly behind Seaside and adjacent to the WaterColor tennis facility. It includes 3 large bedrooms with King size beds (plus daybed in Master), a bunk area that sleeps 6, teen lounge, spacious kitchen/great room on 1st floor, screened dining porch, and back porch.

High speed internet service is provided free of charge. There are 5 TV, DVDs, Original X-Box etc. Enjoy close proximity to the beach, 4 pools (2 are heated) , BeachClub, restaurants including the Fish out of Water Restaurant and Sushi Bar, a wine market/cafe, tennis (including 5 Har-Tru courts-court fees apply), and boutiques. A Publix grocery store is located on-site.

OUR CALENDAR IS KEPT UP TO DATE. Posted rates include WaterColor Beach Club wristbands. Please note that wristbands are required for all guests age 5 or older. A maximum of 10 access bands are available. The number supplied is based on the number of people in your reservation.

No smoking or vaping and no pets.

Property manager

Ann Ward
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
With specific permission from owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
WayWard Sun Guest Contract and WaterColor Good Neighbor Policy must be signed before access information will be given.
Wristbands are required at the Beach Club for all guests over age 5. A maximum of 10 wristbands is available for this home.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: With specific permission from owner
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

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Watercolor, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seaside Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grayton Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 10 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside have a pool?

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

Is "WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "WayWard Sun" in Watercolor just behind the Seaside Chapel! Steps to Seaside located?

This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Seagrove Beach West are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Willie B.

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

Wonderful Location

The location of the house and the house itself were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved our stay here! Walking distance to beach, Beach Club, Camp Watercolor, and Seaside shopping. House is beautiful and large. Great amenities! The ice maker was a game changer! Ann was wonderful! Could not have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Location location location

The house was not only perfect for our family of 12 but the location was amazing. In watercolor but so close to seaside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Family Vacay

We had a wonderful stay, plenty of room for our family of 11.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Great location

Walking distance to shops and dining, plenty of room for two families. Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tianne W.

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

Family New Year's week get-away

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and plan to return in the near future.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B., Houston

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

Perfect cottage for family or friends

Wayward Sun is the perfect beach house getaway. Plenty of space for your group to relax. It is close to everything but nestled in the woods.The house had cozy bedding, as well after a fun day at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

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

Great Experience!

Close to everything. Fun to ride bikes around. Great area and food, warm water and lots of pools. Adults, teens and kids all enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Favorite place!

We have been vacationing in Seaside/Watercolor the past five Summers, and this home is by far our favorite. The location can’t be beat, and the house is so clean and welcoming. Ann was so responsive and made sure everything was ready before we arrived. We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

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

Best condo in the Destin/30-A area!!

We’ve stayed in many condos in the area over the years, but this one was our favorite! The location is terrific! The condo itself is beautiful, and the owner, Ann, was very helpful throughout the process. So many extras, such as bicycles, dedicated icemaker, hooks in all the right places. There is even a library for renters to take a book and/or leave one. Also, there was plenty of hot water for when everybody wants to take a shower when getting home from the beach in the afternoon, unlike at some of the condos we stayed at in the past. I’m going to try to stay here again next year if possible!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff b., Nashville

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

Perfect

What a perfect home, from an amenity standpoint, everything you would want and more. Very cozy, and a perfect location. 5 minute walk to seaside square. Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise Y.

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

Wonderful Oasis

This is a lovely property that is so serene and quiet. The home is absolutely first class and very comfortable. There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out and convenient. Loved staying here and would definitely return. Immaculately kept!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Fabulous

House is wonderful and the location can't be beat. Ann was wonderful to work with. The house is very clean and very well appointed. Would definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loretta P.

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

Watercolor

Loved the house. The extra ice maker was great. The mattresses were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Lovely place, great location!

Wayward Sun is a lovely place and at a great location. It is close enough to the beach AND Seaside that it is walkable, but we enjoyed the bicycles that came with the house and rode our bikes everywhere. It was so convenient to just bring ourselves and our sunscreen and bike 4 minutes over to the Beach Club to pick up towels and go to our beach chairs/umbrella that we rented. Ann was a great hostess, very responsive to questions. Word of advice: definitely lock up the bicycles with the provided locks. Teenagers to just pick up random unlocked bikes and “borrow” them, they just leave them somewhere else. Next time we go to Watercolor we will be staying again at Wayward Sun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Great Watercolor Property

Really enjoyed our stay at Wayward Sun. Location is perfect, right next to Watercolor & Seaside tennis, easy walk to Seaside town center and Watercolor beach club. Plenty of room at the house with multiple inside and outside seating areas. The kitchen was fantastic. Very well stocked with everything you could possibly need and a huge table. Ann was great and we will be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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

Fall Break Getaway

We had the best few days at WayWard Sun! This was our first time in the Seaside/Watercolor area and we loved it so much! We had a little one in tow and couldn’t have asked for a better location. Steps to shopping, eating and the beach made it so easy for everyone to come and go as they pleased. The weather was beautiful the entire time and the house was perfect! We hope to visit again next Fall!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Fantastic home!

We loved every minute spent at this house. The location, in Watercolor but right behind Seaside, was ideal. The bikes were a great amenity. Anything we found ourselves looking for in the home was there. The decor was beachy-chic and beautiful. The adults and kids all loved this house and would definitely rent this place again. Thanks so much, Anne!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sentra G.

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

Wonderful Rental

This was one of the best vacations my family and friends had in Seaside. We traveled with 4 adults, two toddlers, and an infant. The house had enough room for everyone to enjoy their time without feeling as if we were on top of each other! The property is perfectly located next to all the restuarants and the beach club was a nice perk. We were thankful Ann was so easy to work with, especially through the short term rental ban. She quickly responded to all of our messages and made sure
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

gayle

The house is wonderful and in a great location for access to all the amenities and activities available at Watercolor and Seaside. The listing description and photos are accurate. The home is beautiful and functional. Everything was perfect. We traveled with another family and there was plenty of room for 2 families and a couple of extra friends. The porches really add to the living space. We would recommend this property. Also, we enjoyed picking up some seafood at Goatfeathers and dining at home. This house also has several bikes that were in good working condition and a super perk.

10/10 Excellent

Shana M.

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

Amazing house and host!

We couldn't have asked for a better location, house or host. Every detail of the home was perfect and you could tell the host went to great measures to make sure of it. We've rented several houses in the past but never a place where it truly felt like a home and not a rental. The kitchen couldn't have been more well-stocked - it had everything we needed and more! There were extra pillows and blankets, chairs and a wagon to take to the beach, and a library of books. I could go on and on. The host, Ann, was a delight and handled any question we had cheerfully and promptly. It is the only property I've ever taken the time to review and was by far the best home we've ever stayed in. I'm already looking forward to our next stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Spring Break 2023

We stayed her for Spring Break with 7 teen girls and 3 moms. Chose the house because of the location and the number of rooms. Each adult had her own master suite and shared the bathrooms with their daughters. There was also a powder bath and hallway bath. The teens slept in the bunk room and the teen lounge. The bedrooms were roomy and the beds were very comfortable. The size was perfect for us and we loved the roominess of the kitchen and family room. From the back porch we walked a path that led straight to the Seaside shops within a couple of minutes. We were also close to the Water Color Beach access and either walked or rode bikes to the beach. The landlord was easily reached by text with questions and luckily we did not have any problems while there. Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trey H.

Perfect location, perfect beach house, perfect vacation!

My wife and I "hosted" 9 teenagers at this home for a week! The layout of this house is optimal for both large parties or several couples that want community space but still have their own "escape". It feels much bigger than it is with all living areas connected. The three master suites are very spacious and the kids loved the bunk room and teen lounge area. Perfect use of space for a beach house. Both Seaside and Watercolor tennis courts were out of site but only steps away. You can walk to the Seaside Chapel in less than 1 minute and are in heart of Seaside in 2 minutes. Kids rode bikes (owner provided 9 bikes!!) all around both Watercolor and Seaside and even rode 12 mile to Rosemary Beach and 2 miles to Grayton Beach. We had access to the best of 30A beaches and kids had complete freedom to "roam". Owners were very responsive and genuinely concerned about ensuring our stay was perfect!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susie G.

Watercolor Wonder!!

What a beautiful home for a week of relaxation! This was our first visit to Seaside/Watercolor and our friends (and housemates) 4th, and I can't imagine anything better! (This was our friends favorite house-they stayed in Seaside their prior visits.) From the bikes and stocked kitchen to the lovely furnishings and comfy beds--it was everything we imagined and more! (The Wards even provided paper towels, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent, etc. and were very responsive with all questions before and during our stay) The house was open and spacious, yet cozy and all of the rooms were large. Even with 11 people staying in the house (and up to 7 more visiting for dinner), we never felt crowded or cramped. (All comfortably playing cards and games late into most every night at the wonderfully large farm table!) We LOVED the proximity to Seaside, as our teenagers and young adults (7 total) hung out there. It is literally out the back door and to the right about 30 steps! Our only complaint (which has nothing to do with the home or the Wards) is that we didn't care for the over-crowded Watercolor beach and pool; however, the Watercolor amenity cards allowed us access to complimentary beach towels, movie nights and concerts. (On different nights from the similar Seaside events!) So, if you want the luxury and exclusivity of Watercolor just steps away from Seaside, then you have found your next vacation rental!! Thank you, Ann and Bob, for sharing your Watercolor Wonder with us! Can't wait until next summer!

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R., Baton Rouge, LA

Great location, great house, great vibes, and the best owner

We've stayed at quite a few homes in Watercolor over the past few years, this house is now our favorite. While it may not be the biggest or newest, it has the best use of space and really gives a true beach house feel. The downstairs open floor plan was great to keep everyone in the conversation regardless if they were in the kitchen, sitting area, or living room. The porch was also our favorite with really nice outdoor furniture and a lot of seating space. We spent every morning drinking coffee on the porch in peace and quiet. The bunk area and kid lounge were a huge hit as we were 2 families with 6 kids. The kids all being able to sleep together really put the trip over the top and had them raving about the house. The screen back porch was also really nice for the kids as we brought a ping pong set and attached it to the outdoor table there. The kids spent most of the time at the house on that back porch which was nice for the adults. The location is truly great. The kids are 8 to 13 and love yolo boarding, the beach, and the camp district pool area. This house put us right in the middle of all of it. We were a quick bike ride to any of those amenities plus walking distance to Seaside which was great for dinner or shopping. Lastly, Ann was fantastic and did everything to accommodate us. We even had other guest bike over while we were outside to tell us they usually rent this house but were in her other property and raved about how great she is. Thank you Ann! Your home and willingness to work with us, truly made for one of our best Seaside / Watercolor trips we've taken. We will definitely look to rent from this owner and particularly this house in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ann Ward

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We have been vacationing on 30A since the late 1980s. We love the area!

Why they chose this property

WaterColor has all the beauty of 30A with first class amenities.

What makes this property unique

Our home is located adjacent to Seaside providing easy access to everything Seaside offers as well as the first class amenities of WaterColor.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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