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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12322.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Watersound, Florida
  • Seacrest Beach
    3 min walk
  • South Walton Beaches
    1 min drive
  • Deer Lake State Park
    2 min drive
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Community Pool And Gulf Views- Pura Vida By Royal Destinations

Pura Vida by Royal Destinations

Location: WaterSound Beach
Address: 82 South Founders Lane

Details:
This spacious home and carriage house are located within the gates of the WaterSound Community. Pura Vida is perfect for a large family getaway and is spacious with a separate carriage house, just 3 homes from the beach! This home boasts 3,475 indoor square footage with hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen offers a Wolf oven, Sub Zero refrigerator, wine cooler and ice maker. Take in beautiful Gulf views from the second and third floors.

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 Beach Access: 20 Yards
-Parking Spaces: 2 in Driveway
-Dining Accommodations: Table for 6, Bar Seating for 5, Outside Seating for 8
-Coffee Maker Available
-(4) Adult Bikes
-Gas Grill
-Third Floor Tower
-Gulf Views
-Fireplace

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 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 Beds / 5.5 Baths

Main:
4 Beds / 4.5 Baths

First Floor:
-Bedroom 1: Queen Bed with Private Bath (Shower/Tub Combo)
-Kitchen / Dining Area / Living Room
-Half Bath

Second Floor:
-Bedroom 2: King Bed with Private Bath (Soaking Tub and Shower)
-Bedroom 3: King Bed with Private Bath (Shower)
-Bedroom 4: Twin/Full Bunk with Private Bath (Shower)

Third Floor (Tower):
-Additional Bedding: Full Futon

CARRIAGE HOUSE: 1 Bed / 1 Bath
-Full Kitchen / Living Room / Laundry
-Bedroom 5: King Bed with Private Bath (Shower)
-Additional Bedding: Queen Futon

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.

Lined with artsy villages, coastal lakes, upscale boutiques, eclectic beach bars, and world-class restaurants, Florida's Scenic Highway 30A has something for everyone. This unique destination has 25,000 acres of protected habitats. Among many things, this area is known for its family-friendly environment and is home to the world's most beautiful white sand beaches. The Timpoochee Trail bike path connects all the villages of 30A. Be sure to take your bike out and explore! The villages of 30A include: Dune Allen Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Grayton Beach, WaterColor, Seaside, Seagrove Beach, WaterSound, Alys Beach, Seacrest Beach, Rosemary Beach, and Inlet Beach.

Property manager

Royal Destinations
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 Rosemary Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Watersound, Florida

What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min walk
  • Seagrove Beach East - 1 min drive
  • South Walton Beaches - 1 min drive
  • Alys Beach - 4 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crust at The Hub - ‬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

Is Community Pool And Gulf Views- Pura Vida By Royal Destinations pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Community Pool And Gulf Views- Pura Vida By Royal Destinations?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Community Pool And Gulf Views- Pura Vida By Royal Destinations?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Community Pool And Gulf Views- Pura Vida By Royal Destinations located?

Located in WaterSound Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seacrest Beach and Camp Creek Lake. Deer Lake State Park and South Walton Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Ron L.

Family Beach Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: Everything about our beach vacation was perfect except for the following:1. Parking. Only 2 spots are now available. We had 3 cars and had to find alternative parking options. 2. Cleaning. Guest house sheets not cleaned (main house was very clean)
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Love Pura Vida
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 4th stay in Pura Vida. It is perfect for our family. And is well stocked with kitchen essentials. It would be nice to have some sort of dresser upstairs in the second king bedroom. Very quiet but easy to access restaurants, etc. Very close to community pool.
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10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

Wonderful Rental
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: First time staying in Watersound and we enjoyed every second! So peaceful and not too crowded. House had an amazing location one street over from the pool and boardwalk to the beach out our back door. The boardwalk views to the beach were amazing! House was well equipped with everything we needed!
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10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Great place/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: Loved this property/location. Can’t wait to come back.
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10/10 Excellent

k r.

Pura Vida Bliss!
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: Great place had a blast...everything we needed and more...hope to stay there again soon! Thank you!!
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Pura Vida
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: Excellent home, lots of room with very comfortable feeling.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy T., Atlanta, Georgia

Perfect Family House
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 third visit to Pura Vida, so needless to say, we love it! We have six adults and 4 children. The location is close to the beach and pool along with little putting golf course. Royal Destinations has always been easy and pleasant to work with. Highly recommend!!
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Watersound 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: Our stay at Pure Vida was nothing short of wonderful. This is our second time staying in this community and this house was definitely the superior rental. The location to the pool and beach can't get any better for the price point. The back porch of the house is right on the boardwalk to the beach; there are no streets to cross, and the boardwalk is one of the quicker paths to the beach. The unit was clean, well stocked, and had plenty of space for everyone in our party, which consisted of 6 adults and 3 kids, ages 9, 5 and 4. The walk to the pool and beach was especially easy with the kids. There is no golf cart with this unit, which we had in the prior year, but it's so close that we didn't need it. Quite frankly, I enjoyed the walks this year. Management was also very communicative during the week. The only small issue we had was that they disabled the key pad before check out time when we still had some small items left inside. Management was apologetic and resent a code but it wasn't working, so we decided to just leave since the items were insignificant (coffee, leftover food, etc.) We had a great week and will definitely be renting this unit in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

30A gem at Watersound Main
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: Another great stay at Pura Vida. Royal Destinations was a top notch host. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent spring break trip
Great property that had all the comforts of home. The house has a great layout and was spotless. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Fantastic 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: Best equipped kitchen ever and location cannot be beat!
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10/10 Excellent

barbara f.

Rave review for the house; conditional for Royal Destination
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: The beach house was perfect for me and my family. We all loved it and enjoyed our vacation. Check-out was a problem. The entry code for the house was inactivated before I had completely checked out and my Keurig coffee pot with a bag of coffee pods was still inside. I had a sick daughter-in-law that I was in a hurry to get back to Nashville so I did not take the time to contact Royal Destination. I thought when I got home and called to explain the situation, they would forward these items to me. I felt that it was their responsibility since I was locked out 20 minutes before checkout time. To date this has not happened and I am disappointed. But I loved the house and the location.
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10/10 Excellent

Cliff P.

Fall beach vacation house
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: Vacation was wonderful at our house. Close to beach, kitchen was equipped with every pan and dish needed to prepare meals, top appliences, great washer dryer, great beds. Very nice house for a large family to vacation together! Especially enjoyed large porch with table to eat at.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy T., Atlanta, Georgia

Perfect vacation house
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 is the second time we have rented Pura Vida and have already booked for next summer! It is perfect for our family of 10 (six adults and four kids). The house was clean and well maintained. Any questions or concerns were immediately addressed by Royal Destinations...they are very easy to work with and value their customers. The beach is less crowded than other areas, Easy access to pool. Many restaurants close by. Can't say enough good things about Pura Vida!
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8/10 Good

Chris R.

Good Times
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: Great house, great location, fully stocked with top of the line items.Needs some TLC on the outside.Had a great time there.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I., Alpharetta, GA

Amazing house in a beautiful neighborhood
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 only went for the long weekend but we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The house was absolutely gorgeous! We usually stay in Seacrest/Rosemary, but have found it to be too crowded lately. The beach entrance was so close to the house and the view from the boardwalk crossing the dunes was just breathtaking. Best of all, the beach was so quiet and there was so much space to spread out!! The house itself was fully equipped with everything we could possibly need. The beds were super comfortable and the decks were also great. We would definitely come back to this house.
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10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

Founders Lane in Watersound
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is one of the original homes in a superb location in the Watersound gated community. Situated very close to beach access and primary pool. Kitchen extremely well equipped. Great screened porch.

10/10 Excellent

Jevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
August Vacation in Watersound
Our favorite location along 30A; not too far from any restaurant or attractions. The Watersound community is so nice and offers just a short walk over the Dunes to beach access. The house was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

Great 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: Pura Vida did not disappoint! This was our first time staying at Watersound and this house was beautiful!! Loved the proximity to the beach also! We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy T., Atlanta, Georgia

Great Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Pura Vida was the perfect home for our family vacation! Location could not have been better. Royal Destinations responded quickly to any concern we had. Housekeeping could have been a bit better. The only downside was our rentals through Rent Gear Here (Vacayzen). Bikes were in terrible shape (one was delivered with a flat tire wagon would not go straight). And they picked up part of our order a day early and would not consider any type of refund. We would definitely recommend Pura Vida and Royal Destinations... Just be careful who you rent (bikes, wagons, etc) from.

8/10 Good

Judy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Judy’s Review
This was a good property. Once again as we have found in other houses, the gas grill was working. I wish these owners would just have charcoal grills. Everyone knows how to use one and they’re never broken! We had a few little problems but property management took care of them very quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Carey A.

Great Winter visit to the Beach
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: Pure Vida offered a wonderful get away this winter. It’s a comfortable home in a great location. Beds (3 are kings) are comfortable, kitchen is well stocked and living areas are comfortable too.The property is a short walk to the beach. We can’t wait to return!
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Great stay!
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 home was the perfect place for our group of 7 people. It is much bigger than it looks in the photos. It is very well located; close to the pool and right on the beach boardwalk. It is extremely spacious and has great storage areas, closet space, and drawers. The kitchen is absolutely fabulous and chock full of cooking utensils and serving pieces. You won't need to bring a thing! We enjoyed the beautiful views from the top floor and wonderful meals on the screen porch. We would definitely return for a future stay. The only challenge we ran into was the absence of window coverings on some of the 2nd floor bathroom windows which were needed for privacy. Also, the grill didn't work during our stay. Overall, it is an incredibly nice house.
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry M., Alpharetta, GA

Loved Pura Vida
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: Pura Vida was a great house for our family vacation. The location is fantastic, right on a boardwalk and a short walk to the ocean. The house is also just one street over from the Dunesider pool which was also convenient since the house does not have a private pool. This house was one of the most well supplied houses that we have ever rented in Watersound. Plenty of dishes, glassware, and everything you need to prepare a meal. The house was very clean when we checked in and there were very few non-critical maintenance issues which were responded to immediately by the Royal Destinations team. Royal Destinations was also very helpful and professional in helping us to move our rental week due to the Covid uncertainties leading up to our scheduled week. The house was spacious and easily accommodated our large family. Looking forward to staying here again for a future trip to Watersound.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Great time to getaway
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 fortunate to book "Pura Vida" last minute to enjoy some time away during the Covid-19 crisis. Watersound on 30A was a welcome retreat from the bizarre reality we have had to bear over the past 2-3 months. Our home was well-appointed and ultra convenient to the beach boardwalks and Dunesider Pool & Grill that had recently reopened. The house was spacious, yet cozy, and very clean. The Watersound community felt like home in its greatest sense plus a beautiful beach! My only suggestion or criticism would be that the home only offers one king-sized bed if traveling with another couple or family needing more than one large bed. The carriage house above the garage was a huge plus for those with grandparents or with another small family who might appreciate a little of their own space. I would definitely consider this home again in the future depending on my guest list and sleeping arrangements. Sleeps 11-12 comfortably, anything more would be a stretch. Thank you again for offering your home!

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