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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, ceiling fans, and large windows. There are multiple seating areas with sofas and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and three bar stools with patterned seats.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a front door, and a small front yard with plants.
A dining room with a wooden table, wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, FL
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Seagrove Beach West and Seagrove Beach East. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Watercolor holiday home include Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seaside Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Central Square - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes

WELCOME TO THE SALTY DOG
Welcome to The Salty Dog, a beautifully appointed WaterColor retreat nestled in the peaceful Forest District. This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home blends relaxed coastal comfort with thoughtful amenities, offering the perfect setting for families and friends to reconnect while enjoying the best of 30A. With a fenced backyard, pet-friendly accommodations, and exclusive access to WaterColor's world-class amenities, every detail has been designed for a memorable beach getaway.

EXCITING ENHANCEMENT PLANNED FOR SPRING 2027
The Salty Dog is anticipated to debut a brand-new private pool and spa in Spring 2027, creating an even more inviting outdoor retreat for future guests. Completion is anticipated for Spring 2027 and is subject to construction timelines.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Private Pool & Spa Anticipated Spring 2027*
- Exclusive Access to the WaterColor Beach Club & Community Pools (Up to 8 Guest Passes)
- 6-Passenger Street-Legal Electric Cart Included
- 4 Adult Bikes Included
- Pet-Friendly (Additional Fee Applies)
- Fenced Backyard
- Spacious Covered Porches
- Propane Grill
- Gas Range
- Hardwood Floors Throughout
- Parking for 2 Vehicles
- 2-Minute Bike Ride to Camp WaterColor
- 5-Minute Electric Cart Ride to the Beach Club & Beach Access
- 4-Minute Electric Cart Ride to Seaside

Thoughtfully designed for gathering, The Salty Dog offers inviting living spaces, comfortable accommodations, and the relaxed charm that makes WaterColor one of 30A's most sought-after destinations. Whether you're spending the day at the Beach Club, floating the lazy river at Camp WaterColor, exploring Seaside, or simply unwinding on the porch after sunset, this home makes every vacation feel effortless.

The bright, open-concept main level features a spacious living room, dining area, and fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a farmhouse sink, and a gas range. With seating for up to fourteen between the dining table, breakfast nook, and bar, there's plenty of room to gather for breakfast before the beach or dinner after a day of coastal adventures. A first-floor queen guest suite with a private bath, along with a convenient half bath and laundry room, makes the layout ideal for multigenerational families and groups.

Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a king bed and a luxurious en-suite bath complete with a soaking tub, double vanities, and a walk-in shower. Two additional guest bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements for both adults and children, creating comfortable accommodations for up to eight guests.

Outside, enjoy your morning coffee on the covered porch, let children and pets play in the fenced backyard, or gather around the grill after a day at the beach. Looking ahead, The Salty Dog is anticipated to debut a beautiful private pool and spa in Spring 2027, adding an exceptional outdoor space for future guests to relax, swim, and make lasting memories together.*

With the included 6-passenger street-legal electric cart and four adult bikes, exploring WaterColor couldn't be easier. Spend your days at the Beach Club, bike to Camp WaterColor, discover scenic nature trails, or enjoy the shops and restaurants of nearby Seaside—all just minutes from your front door.

Whether you're planning a family beach vacation, a getaway with friends, or bringing your four-legged family member along for the adventure, The Salty Dog combines an exceptional WaterColor location with thoughtful amenities, comfortable gathering spaces, and easy access to everything that makes 30A unforgettable.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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 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 and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Pet Friendly Home + 6 Seater Golf Cart!
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes?

Yep, Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes is a short 19-minute walk from Seaside Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, parasailing and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

What luxury perks are available at Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

Is there a private hot tub at Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes?

No, Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Pet-Friendly WaterColor Retreat | Pool Spring '27 | Cart & Bikes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hollie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect location we loved our staywe would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Great House…Great Location!

Great location and exactly as described. Would definitely stay here again! Access to Watercolor beach club and all of the Watercolor amenities was a great…golf cart and bikes included
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z.

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

Perfect home for relaxing get away

House was clean, property management company was amazingly responsive to my questions. Close to pools, beach, Seaside stores and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

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

Great attention to detail

Very comfortable place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great spot we love Watercolor and this house was in a great location.

Great communication and information for check in and check out process. The rental company, Sanders Beach Rentals, was always available to answer questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hollie H.

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

Fall Break 2024

We stayed for 6 days and the property was wonderful! The golf cart and bikes were an added bonus and allowed for easy transport to and from the Beach Club and dinners in Watercolor.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Family Vacation

The space was great. However, some of the pots an pans were not clean. Overall, we loved it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

barbara c.

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

Beautiful home!

Seamless checkin, responsive maintenance man to a minor problem, perfect house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Great location

We enjoyed staying at this beautiful home that was convenient to both Watercolor and Seaside. It rained everyday of our trip but we had a great time spending time as a family in the home playing games, cooking and watching movies. The house was perfect for our family as my mother had a nice bedroom and bath on the main level and my kids loved the bunk bed room. Access to a golf cart, bicycles and the beach club also made our trip more enjoyable. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property and rental

This is the perfect house for a family with children. It can comfortably sleep 8 people including children and the layouts of the rooms provide flexibility in sleeping arrangements. The house is even more beautiful in person then the pictures. It was so nice to have some starter amenities (dishwasher pods, toilet paper, trash bags, etc..) already there for us. There were even plenty of beach toys and chairs left behind by others to enjoy. This property is super close to camp watercolor and right next to Publix. The golf cart was perfect for our large group and the bikes were an added bonus. Overall this was such a great family vacation and we would absolutely stay at this house and with Sanders Rentals again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nicole u.

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

Best 30A vaca spot!

We visit 30A every fall for school break! This property was perfection! The house was exactly as described. Beautiful lot with great porches to enjoy the. Oiler mornings. We enjoyed many of the amenities Watercolor had to offer, including many of the pools, the beautiful beach and the evening life of downtown Seaside. The golf cart with perfect for getting around the area. Management was incredibly responsive to our questions and needs throughout the week. We will definitely be back! We traveled with grandparents, our kids and pups! There was enough space for all of us.Thank you so much for helping us make incredible memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Cozy and Perfect

We had the best time with our family. Our granddaughter loved the nearby water slides, heated pools and playgrounds. The house had everything we needed and we loved going on rides in the golf cart. Perfect stay! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

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

Great place!

Nice property with good amenities. Was very comfortable for all of our family and the golf cart was a plus! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Vaca 2021

Great location to groceries , beach club , seaside. Very comfortable Golf cart is a huge plus! Great time !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

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

extended family vacation

Beautiful family home with plenty of space and bathrooms for everyone! Love the bunk room! Only complaint was the backyard was not pet friendly and two families brought dogs and picked this house with fenced in yard specifically for the fenced in yard! disappointed to find a "swamp" instead... Had a minor issue with golf cart on the first day but management was QUICK to fix it and everyone was HAPPY afterwards!! Loved the location of the property - close to all the pools and a short cart ride from the beach...which the kids loved. Very easy to book and check in and out of was super simple which I personally find a vacation in itself - -
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Celeste B.

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

Beautiful

This property was beautiful! It was the perfect size for us and we really enjoyed having a backyard. The fire pit was a wonderful touch that we used quite a few times. The kitchen had everything we needed cooking wise! The place was very clean and smelled great when we arrived. The bunk room was so cute and perfect for our 4 & 5 yos. This has been our favorite property we have stayed at in the area so far. We cannot wait to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

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

Great house!

Great house! My daughter and I had a wonderful time along with our 2 dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank & Terry K.

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

Great Christmas/New Year's Week

We ha a wonderful holiday in Watercolor. The house was perfect. A lot of living room space and a kitchen with plenty of room. We also enjoyed the fire pit and front porch. The house had everything we needed. Golf cart was also a great perk! We would definitely rent this home again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Great thanksgiving

Great kitchen. Location. No issues.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

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

Wonderful Vacation!

Have stayed in several houses in Watercolor and can definitely say this house is one of our favorites! Huge open floor plan, comfortable beds, great location and even a fenced in yard for our dog. We loved this house!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Gorgeous Home

We enjoyed every minute of our vacation in Watercolor at this home. The home is gorgeous & stocked with everything you need. The 4 bikes & golf cart were on the property ready to use. We enjoyed leisurely rides on the golf cart through the neighborhood as well as using it for quick trips for groceries or to the pools. Access to Watercolor pools & beaches is fantastic! We were especially happy to bring our pup! Highly recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan G.

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

Comfortable House in Convenient Location

We have stayed at various Watercolor properties over the years and chose this Royal Fern location because we decided to bring our dogs, which this property allows. The fenced back yard and closed porch worked well for us and the house was clean and spacious. The golf cart was a great feature as it allowed us to get to the beach and to the tennis courts easily. We comfortably fit 6 adults and 2 teens, and 2 big dogs without any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia A.

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

Very relaxing and comfortable vacation!

House was bigger than what we needed since it was just the 4 of us, but since we had a couple of days of rain it was nice to have the extra space. We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great VRBO in Watercolor, FL

Property is very cool. Open living space with kitchen. Great front and back porches with nice BR on first level. AMAZING Master Suite on 2nd level along with the other guest bedrooms. Plenty of bathrooms. We also enjoyed having access to the golf cart. A bit easier to get around in than a car. Finally, the response from owner/manager was fantastic. I usually heard back from them within a minute or two!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ChrisMason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this property. Beautiful house and neighborhood. Check in was a breeze! Great communication by property managers via text and email. Having the golf cart was fantastic. Everything was 10 out of 10. One of the best vacays ever! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

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