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Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear

Vacation home near Seaside Beach in Santa Rosa Beach

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TV, DVD player, books
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12301 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Watercolor, FL
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Gulf District
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Watercolor vacation home, you'll find Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach West and The Chapel at Seaside are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Gulf District - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaside Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pickles - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Red Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear

Far Niente ~ 385 Western Lake Drive ~ WaterColor FL 32459

30% off remaining Summer availability! 4-night minimum with flexible arrival/departure days. Valid on new bookings only for stays completed by August 8th. Discount is reflected in online pricing.

Need a last-minute stay? Please call our office directly to make last-minute bookings via telephone, as availability within the next 7-nights will not show on calendar. We do not allow online bookings within 7-nights/one week of an arrival date.

Far Niente is a luxurious 5,671sf home (3,242 interior sf) located in the Park District of WaterColor sleeping up to 12 guests, with 5 bedrooms/5.5 baths and 2 living rooms. Bordering the nature preserve along Western Lake, Far Niente offers privacy and views of the lake and nature preserve from expansive porches.

Access to community pools and Beach Club is included, along with a $100 credit toward beach chair/umbrella rentals through WaterColor's Beach Club! Wristbands for access to resort amenities (required for all guests ages 5 years and older) await inside the home for your arrival. Please note - we must have the exact guest count for your party for the wristbands, as WaterColor will only issue wristbands for the number of guests registered at booking.

Main level:  Open, vaulted entry hallway. Secondary living room, laundry room, 3 en-suite bedrooms, powder room, covered porch.
#1 En-suite Bedroom has a King bed, walk-in shower
#2 En-Suite Bedroom has a Queen bed, walk-in shower
#3 En-Suite Bedroom has 2 sets of bunks (4 Twins), walk-in shower

Second Level: Main living room, dining table for 8-10, fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, screened porch, balcony.
#4 Bedroom has a Queen bed
Full bath, with walk-in shower
#5 En-Suite Bedroom (Master) has a King bed, separate tub, walk-in shower
Please note: Living room fireplace is decorative only (not for guest use).

Business Features:
Hi Speed Wireless Internet (password secured), built-in desk

Entertainment Features:
7 Flat Screen TVs, 3 Blu-Ray players, 2 DVD players, whole house stereo, board games, books

Distinctive Features:
Western Lake and Nature Preserve Views
Access to WaterColor's Beach Club, 4 community pools, tennis facilities
7-minute walk to Beach Club
10-minute walk to Seaside
Linens provided
Beach Gear Credit (see below)

General Features:
Driveway parking for 3 vehicles
2 King beds, 2 Queen beds, 2 Bunks (4 Twins)
2 full bathrooms, 1 powder room, iron, ironing board, 5 hair dryers, outdoor gas grill w/ grill utensils, outdoor porches, porch furniture, outdoor shower.
Linens provided. No Smoking. No Pets.

Kitchen Features:
Fully equipped kitchen, coffee maker, gas range, refrigerator with ice dispenser, separate ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, blender, washer, dryer

Area Features:
Timpoochee Trail (30A bike path)
Seaside (4/10th mile)
State Parks (Tops’l, Grayton Beach, Deer Lake)

Beach Gear Credit
Get UP TO a $560 credit (based on length of stay) toward complementary Beach Gear when you book a Grayt 30A Vacations home! Your gear must be ordered NO LATER THAN 48-hours prior to your arrival date and will be delivered to your home on the day of your arrival. Browse and select available gear online, including bikes, umbrellas, and beach loungers. Please note - some neighborhoods have restrictions on beach chairs/umbrella set-ups; check with us first, so your credit may be utilized for other items.

Grayt 30A Vacations is a locally owned, 30A based management company, a Vrbo Premier Host and the 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Winner of the Perfect in Walton County award for Best Boutique Vacation Rental Lives Here!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,242 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
3242-282965

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.3 mi (44-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from Seaside Beach and 8-minute walk from Seagrove Beach West. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear to downtown Santa Rosa Beach?

This vacation home is 7 mi away from Santa Rosa Beach.

Sale~"Far Niente"~WaterColor~Lake View~Resort Amenities~Beach Club~Beach Gear Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in a great location. Our first time to Florida and we loved it here. I will definitely stay in this property again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy r.

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

Loved this home and the location was AMAZING!!

BEAUTIFUL home with lots of wonderful porches!! Loved the prolixity to the beach!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Amazing!

We had a great time on our vacation. This home was perfect for our family (5 adults, 7 kids!). Super clean, wonderful kitchen with everything you need, and amazing location. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Another great stay at Far Niente!

Great location and the home is very spacious. It accommodated our large group nicely! Would definitely stay there again and would recommend for large family. Our only issue was with Watercolor and having to go down to the beach early each morning to rent beach set ups-hoping this process improves as it is a 5 star resort!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Far Niente

Another great 4th of July stay in Watercolor!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

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

Far Niente

Amazing trip in a beautiful home and an amazing setting
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Perfect location

The house is located in a perfect location. We had a few minute bike or golf cart ride to the beach club or could walk it in less than 10 minutes. Loved having the natural area out out back door. Plenty of room for everyone with wonderful porch areas. The communication with the management company was quick and easy. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Perfect location

This property was a short walk to the beach.It had all the amenities that we wanted and needed. The view from the back porch is beautiful. We enjoyed reading and drinking our morning coffee out there. Guests should be aware that the main living area is on the second floor with a lot of stairs to climb. Other than that, this house is perfect for our group of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shonda M.

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

Great Location

This location was great for our group of 6 teens and 5 parents. It worked out well to have all of the teens downstairs (with 2 adults), then 3 adults upstairs. There's also a sofa sleeper downstairs. Both areas have a nice living space to hang out & watch TV. Almost all of the bedrooms and living spaces have their own patio access. The internet was a problem but this was for the whole area esp during Spring Break and having so many in town at the same time. Kitchen was well stocked and easy to use. Loved having an ice machine, which never ran out. This house is a short walk or bike ride to the Water Color shops and restaurants as well as the Seaside Square. Would definately stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carol g.

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

Our week was perfect. The house was a great “fit” for our multi generational family of 10.

It was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Wonderful week!

Wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

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

Family paradise!

Far Niente was conveniently located near the beach and Beach Club pools. The family all enjoyed bicycling to and from the different pools. Everyone had their separate space in the house with separate balconies. Our family would rent this house again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025