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On a sprawling 500-acre beachside community on the coast of Florida, WaterColor Inn & Resort delivers the very best of coastal living, with a touch of Southern charm, to lovers of sun and surf. With a combination of chic residences with views of the Gulf, charming coastal cottages, well-appointed village homes, and the award winning Water Color Inn and Resort, a WaterColor Vacation is ideally suited for families and couples with equal measure. Guests enjoy exclusive access to acres of powder sand beaches, a coastal dune lake, miles of woodland trails and bike paths, a comprehensive spa and fitness center, tennis and golf facilities, and a delightful village. In short, WaterColor vacations provide everything needed for a luxurious beachside retreat.
WaterColor Inn & Resort
34 Goldenrod Circle
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
32459
Nearest Airport: PNS
Everything about this resort was wonderful. The view is spectacular. Enjoying the beach is convenient. The bed & pillows were amazing. The water pressure in the shower was good. The room overall was great. The staff & customer service is nothing short of phenomenal. This is a nice resort. We would consider it upscale. We were welcomed & felt like family. (The family you want to be with. LOL) One last thing that would matter to few is the ease of getting around. I am blind in one eye & have about 1/3 of the vision left in the other eye. (What I do see, I see just fine.) Walking throughout the hotel area, the shops in Watercolor, & the Seaside area was with ease. I was able to get comfortable & confident very quickly at the resort. This is a big deal for me.
kellyhT4821KF
Came here to participate in the 30A Songwriters festival. Great experience! Love the hotel. Friendly folks at the desk that greeted me every time I walked in or out. Had help getting my things from the car. Awesome. There’s a great restaurant that’s part of the resort as well. Great food. Leans toward the expensive side so you dollar savers might wanna stop by the local Publix in the way if you’re trying save up for another trip.
Ruthie F
Full disclosure, we were not guests and did not know this resort was private. Stopped by for a drink and were met by the most gracious staff I've ever encountered. The management should be incredibly proud of how the employees greet registered guests as well as potential guests. We were informed that the resort was only open to registered guests and then proceeded to allow us to stay a bit and relax after a long walk. Everyone we encountered was the same way- greeted us, smiled, and made us feel welcome. We are regular visitors to Seaside and look forward to staying at WaterColor Inn at a future date. Because if the stay is as lovely as the first impression this serene and gorgeous resort is a wise choice. Thank you Theo for your smile and your patience.
F2797WUcathyf
We are a family of 5 so hard to find comfortable accommodations where we are not on top of each other in one room. Watercolor Inn set up was awesome! Some of us were sick (bad colds) during our visit so we had to stay in more than intended but no better place to convalesce. We MUST get a re-do so we can experience all the area has to offer.
Sandlyr01
Excellent amenities. Great location. Very friendly staff. Arrived past 6:00 p.m. and had no problems with check in. Had dinner at Fish Out of Water. Even with the late hour, the staff were attentive and kind. New menu was good. We were in town for 48 hours and this was the perfect place to stay for a quick visit.
Cathy C - Nashville
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The WaterColor Resort is magnificent! The service we received at property restaurants and area activity attractions was impeccable. I cannot imagine staying anywhere else now that we have found this jewel of a resort. We travel with small children and it is a perfect resort for families, but I can see how this would be a great romantic vacation destination as well. You will not find a better vacation spot in the panhandle!
-L. Jones