Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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6
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Bathrooms
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6
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House Rules
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No pets allowed
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed
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Max Occupancy
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16
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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3438535
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HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
- Per WaterColor Community guidelines the maximum number of wristbands this home is allotted is 16 bands to access WaterColor amenities and community pools
- Located in the beautiful Forest community of WaterColor
- Surrounded by natural green space and parks
- 6 adult bikes provided
- 6 Seater Low-Speed Vehicle
- Peloton bike
- Private pool with sitting spa
- Carriage house
- Outdoor fireplace
- Complete Clean Linen Participant - ALL linens, including comforter covers, are laundered upon every checkout
Guests staying in WaterColor will have access to the newly expanded WaterColor Beach Club. It features a new main pool and lounge area, a second pool deck with additional lounge seating, and a third pool with zero-entry, as well as an enhanced WaterColor Grill, and a new sunset bar, Costa Chica. All have scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
DETAILS: The Way We Like It is an extraordinary 6-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home—plus a Carriage House—that sleeps 16 in the Forest community of WaterColor. Overlooking a serene pond, this gorgeous 3-story home provides almost 5,000 square feet of living space. Ideal for large gatherings, this retreat features resort-like amenities, including a private pool, sitting spa, and multiple porches, a Peloton bike, and more.
With thoughtful finishes in the first-floor great room, including pecky cypress ceilings and wide-plank refinished flooring, every detail adds elegance. A spacious living area provides ample room and plush furnishing, while the adjacent dining area seats 10 and allows for seamless conversation between the spaces. The gourmet kitchen contains high-end appliances, marble countertops, and a sizeable 4-person breakfast bar, perfect for hosting friends and family. From the main level, enjoy access to the wonderful outdoor space boasting a private pool with a sun shelf and sitting spa, and kitchen for entertaining, an audio surround system, and plenty of space for lounging in the natural surroundings. After spending quality time with loved ones, guests can retire to the only primary bedroom on this floor with a king bed.
Experience unparalleled comfort in the 3 guest bedrooms on the second floor with king beds and private bathrooms. One bedroom even includes access to a private balcony with a 4-chair table and additional sitting area.
There is a foosball table on the third-floor landing and an additional living area with a queen sleeper sofa and TV. Perfect for families with kids, this floor has 1 unique guest bedroom that boasts 1 king bed and 2 twin-over-twin bunk beds.
Across the pool, guests will find a private Carriage House above the 2-car garage. Beautifully designed, this space provides comfort with its well-appointed living area, fully equipped kitchen, and guest bedroom with a private bath. There is also a queen sleeper sofa.
Experience the ultimate comfort at The Way We Like It. With on-site parking for 2 vehicles—plus 6 complimentary bikes and a 6-seater low-speed vehicle, it is easy to explore the local area. Book now!
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: (Sleeps 16):
FIRST FLOOR:
-Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower/Tub Separate
SECOND FLOOR:
-Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower/Tub Separate
-Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
-Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
THIRD FLOOR:
-Guest Bedroom: King Bed and Two Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
-Additional Living Area: Queen Sleeper Sofa
CARRIAGE HOUSE:
-Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower Only
-Additional Living Area: Queen Sleeper Sofa
*Enjoy the use of the outdoor fireplace. The indoor fireplace is not for guest use.
*Weddings are not allowed at this home. If this policy is violated, you may be asked to vacate the property and forfeit any rental payments, as well as be subject to fines.
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. Shoppers can check out Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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