HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
-Per WaterColor HOA, all guests 5 years of age or older must be included in your adult guest total in order to receive wristbands to access amenities and pools. This home is allotted 14 wristbands.
- 5 adult bikes provided
- 6 Seater Golf Cart
- Private Heated Pool & Spa. Pool and sitting spa are heated together. **Pool heating is available for this property from October 1st through May 1st for $25 per day**
- Wrap around porch
- Carriage house with full kitchen
- This property comes with 6 dedicated parking spots. Additional parking can be found throughout the community.
- 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, second pool deck with additional lounge seating, and third pool with zero-entry, as well as an enhanced WaterColor Grill, and new sunset bar, Costa Chica. All have scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico.
DETAILS: Spacious, cool and luxurious, "Heart's Desire" is designed to evoke the quintessential Seaside vacation. Located in WaterColor's Crossing District, this picture-perfect cottage sleeps 14, with two primary bedrooms - one up and one down - with private baths in the main house, and two upstairs double bedrooms sharing a Jack and Jill bath. The private carriage house adds a fifth bedroom hideaway with its own kitchen, living room and bath. Professionally decorated and newly constructed, the open floor plan of "Heart's Desire" welcomes you with a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen flowing into the dining and living room that leads you to a wraparound porch overlooking the heated pool and spa . At the top of the stairs is a landing with a pull-out sofa and TV, a perfect nook for kids or an afternoon nap. Enjoy sunbathing by the pool by day and stargazing at night while you soak in the spa. Relax with an early morning cup of coffee on the screened porch while watching the outdoor TV or have a a cool drink on the front porch letting time stand still. A new 6-seater golf cart is available for your use at Heart's Desire, convenient and fun for quick trips and easy parking on jaunts to the beach or downtown restaurants. Or just zip over to the nearby Publix for your last minute grocery needs. This elegant and comfortable retreat is the perfect place to bring family and friends and create the Seaside memories of your own heart's desire.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 14):
FIRST FLOOR:
- Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
SECOND FLOOR:
- Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom with Shower and Tub
- Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
- Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
- Landing: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Carriage House:
- Queen Bed and Queen Sleeper Sofa, Private Bathroom with Shower/ Tub Combo
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 HOA, community and 360 Blue fines.
Please note: Effective March 15, 2014, golf cart rentals in WaterColor must be made through The Electric Cart Company and will be limited to 80 vehicles throughout the community at any given time. Only one cart may be rented per home and rentals will be granted on a first-come basis.
**There is construction in the vicinity of this home as of July 2022.
Unfortunately, this home does not allow pets at any time.
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Property Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking Allowed
State Regulations
Night Time Occupancy: 14
Perk
Starter Bathroom and Kitchen Amenities Provided
Booking a stay within 48 hours of arrival or for longer than 14 days?
Please call our Guest Experience team at 877-550-2017 to confirm availability and complete your reservation at this property.
Pool
WiFi Internet
Television
Air Conditioning
Washer/Dryer
Golf Cart
Communal Pool
Bicycles
Outdoor Grill
Outdoor Shower
Guest House
Beach
Near Ocean
Coffee Maker
Ice Maker
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Kitchen Utensils
Cable or Satellite TV
Patio / Deck
Parking Facilities On-Site
Concierge
Linens
Towels
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Toaster
Microwave
Iron, Ironing Board
Dining Area
Carbon monoxide detector
Central Heating
Clothes Dryer
Dryer
Essentials
Family
Fire extinguisher
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Hair Dryer
Heating
Living Room
Oven
Pets Not Allowed
Private Entrance
Smoke detector
Smoking: Not Allowed
Stove
Swimming
Washer
Washing Machine
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Booking Restrictions
Jan. 01, 2024 — Nov. 19, 2024
3 Night Minimum
Nov. 20, 2024 — Nov. 28, 2024
7 Night Minimum
Nov. 29, 2024 — Dec. 20, 2024
3 Night Minimum
Dec. 21, 2024 — Dec. 31, 2024
5 Night Minimum
Jan. 01, 2025 — Mar. 07, 2025
3 Night Minimum
Mar. 08, 2025 — Apr. 11, 2025
7 Night Minimum
Apr. 12, 2025 — Apr. 27, 2025
3 Night Minimum
BOOKING RESTRICTIONS
Jan. 01, 2024 — Nov. 19, 2024
3 Night Minimum
Nov. 20, 2024 — Nov. 28, 2024
7 Night Minimum
Nov. 29, 2024 — Dec. 20, 2024
3 Night Minimum
Dec. 21, 2024 — Dec. 31, 2024
5 Night Minimum
Jan. 01, 2025 — Mar. 07, 2025
3 Night Minimum
Mar. 08, 2025 — Apr. 11, 2025
7 Night Minimum
Apr. 12, 2025 — Apr. 27, 2025
3 Night Minimum
4.9 | 39 Guest Reviews
Jonathan
April, 2024
360 Blue Response
Thank you for rating your experience at Heart's Desire. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back to WaterColor soon!
Melissa
April, 2024
360 Blue Response
We appreciate your rating and are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Heart's Desire. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Coast soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Ramie
April, 2024
We enjoyed our stay and the accommodations provided by 360. The pool being cleaned throughout the week, miniature olive oils for cooking, and overall care of the property.
360 Blue Response
We are happy to hear that your vacation at Heart's Desire was enjoyable. We hope to see you back at the beach soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Melinda
March, 2024
360 Blue Response
We appreciate your rating and are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Heart's Desire. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Coast soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
Robin
January, 2024
Our family had a wonderful time making memories at Hearts Desire. The house and the Watercolor community is beautiful and we would definitely love to go back again.
360 Blue Response
Thank you for sharing your family's WaterColor experience. We are delighted that Heart's Desire is an excellent fit for your beach getaway and hope to welcome you back soon!
Lori
October, 2023
360 Blue Response
We appreciate your rating and are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Heart's Desire. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Coast soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
Stephanie
August, 2023
Everything was perfect. The home was well equipped and clean upon arrival. Communication was easy and professional.
360 Blue Response
We are thrilled that Heart's Desire was the perfect home for your WaterColor getaway and hope to welcome you back to 30A soon; thank you for being our guests!
Weston
August, 2023
360 Blue Response
We appreciate your rating and are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Heart's Desire. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Coast soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Kyle
July, 2023
360 Blue Response
We appreciate your rating for your stay at Heart's Desire. Welcoming to 30A is a pleasure, and we hope you revisit us soon.
Christine
April, 2023
We love 360blue! Our Watercolor house was amazing and clean! Loved the wlcome gift waiting for us! This is probably the 8th time we've rented from 360!
360 Blue Response
We are thrilled you had a great time in WaterColor! It was a pleasure welcoming you back to 30A, and we hope you revisit soon. Thank you for being our guest.
Amy
March, 2023
360 Blue Response
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue, and we hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Chris
March, 2023
360 Blue Response
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue, and we hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Stephanie
December, 2022
Our stay in Watercolor was fabulous! The house was ideal for a big family gathering. 360Blue took care of all our needs.
360 Blue Response
We are thrilled you had a fabulous stay in WaterColor, and we hope to welcome you and your family back to 30A soon!
Apollina
September, 2022
Hi! We stayed at four different houses along te 30A for a month total. The first three houses were great except each of them had cockroach sightings. There were several times that we left personal items in the houses after we checked out and concierge services were so incredibly helpful in locating those items for us and allowing us to pick them up and/or send them back to us. It was so wonderful having them as a resource. They were also very helpful when I had confusion about one of the property check-in times. Overall, we had a wonderful stay at 30A for a month and we are already thinking about our trip for next year! Thank you so much.
360 Blue Response
We are thrilled you had a great month on 30A and enjoyed working with our team. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to 30A next year. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
JAMES
April, 2022
This is our second time booking through 360 Blue. Great service, very nice and clean homes, great communication.
360 Blue Response
It was a pleasure having you stay with us again, and we are delighted you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We hope to see you at the beach again soon; thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
Brad
March, 2022
The house is nice and the customer service from 360 Blue is great. However, the furniture covers need to be replaced at this particular house. The area of Seaside and Watercolor has also become too crowded and over commercialized for us. Thanks!
360 Blue Response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I did share your feedback with the property management team, and the slipcovers have been addressed. We hope you enjoyed your time at the beach despite the Spring Break crowd. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue, we hope to see you at the beach again soon!
sara
January, 2022
The house and neighborhood were a dream! Bikes and golf cart were perfect for riding around! Pool and hot tub were nice but the hot tub isn’t hot…it’s more of a smaller plunge pool. A hot tub would’ve been nice. We did everything through the company from a crib, beach bonefire to a chef! We can’t wait to come back!
360 Blue Response
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor, and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We loved having you stay with us and look forward to having you stay with us again. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue!
krystal
October, 2021
This home was absolutely perfect. Ive been to 30a several times. This visit was for my daughters birthday. We had 4 adults and 4 children and the home was more than enough space for us. The heated pool came in handy at night after the beach club closed. The home was clean and very well maintained. The dishes were spotless and the pots and pans were in great condition. The kids loved the golf cart and it made getting around alot easier. We loved having so many pool options and the designated beach access was perfect as it was right next to the stand where you could rent beach chairs/umbrellas. There was a publix right up the street and we passed several food spots and food trucks on the way to the beach everyday which in the golf cart was a short 7 mins or so away. We really enjoyed this home and its location. the neighborhood was quiet, clean and welcoming. I definitely plan on staying at this home again.
Property Manager Response:
Krystal, We are so glad that you had a wonderful exper...
Deborah
August, 2021
Love watercolor and facilities! we rented the same house for the 2nd year and would do it again next year. However, it needs some attention- 2 pools chairs were broken; the wooden pool deck needs scraping and painting. The rocking chairs are really dirty as are the windows on the porch. We could not get cable to work- the box was not able to sustain lighting up in the main livingroom. All of the slipcovers were dirty and stained when we got there. The grill is OK but could be nicer. Golfcart was excellant; kitchen is very well stocked for cooking. Bathrooms and kitchens were clean. Just some suggestions- see you next year!
Property Manager Response:
Deborah, We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us in WaterColor. We appreciate your valuable feedback and we look forward to hosting you again soon. Thank you for choosing 360 Blue.
Jason
July, 2021
The house is lovely. The reasons for a lower review are based mostly on the management company. When we checked in on Saturday the home's swimming pool was green with algae. We contacted the management company and long story short no one was deployed to fix it until Thursday and were given direction to not use the pool until friday afternoon. So rented a house with a pool that was not usable 6 of the 7 days. They indicated they would discuss compensation but received nothing. The overall cleanliness was suspect. The microwave was caked with food, walls were scuffed up/stained and had areas of mismatched touch up paint. I realize this may sound trivial but we stayed in one of the most expensive weeks of the year and expected a higher standard. My advice to the owners would be to find a different management company and their property is easily rated a 5 all day.
Property Manager Response:
Jason, Thank you for your review. We are so sorry to hear that your stay in WaterColor was anything ...
Leslie
April, 2021
We had a great time at Hearts Desire! We were here for our daughter's 20th birthday. The home was very spacious for everyone. The weather was not so good but the home made up for it!
Property Manager Response:
Leslie, What a wonderful photo! Thank you for sharing! We are thrilled that you and your family were able to enjoy a great beach getaway in WaterColor for your daughter's birthday. We agree that having the perfect home can make up for days where the weather is not in our favor. Thank you for your feedback and we hope you can come back again soon.
DeAnn
September, 2019
Great house! Great location! Enjoyed a week's stay in this beautiful house. The house is as pictured and described in the listing. The living room is large and perfect for family gathering. Bedrooms are comfortable. There is a bedroom on the first floor, which is nice if someone in the group/family has mobility limitations. Washer and dryer on site. Bikes (5) and golf cart (seats 6 adults) available. Tennis, beach, pools, kayaks, town center and grocery store all an easy bike or golf cart ride away. Loved biking around the neighborhood and to the town center then coming home and cooling off in the pool. I would definitely stay here again.
Property Manager Response:
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor! We absolutely agree that this home is in a wonderful location for biking around and there is nothing better than cooling off in the pool after. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We hope to see you all again soon!
Melody
August, 2019
The house is beautiful; pool was awesome and location perfect. Recommend a thorough cleaning for incoming renters especially as you near the end of a busy season. 360 Blue was great to work with.
Property Manager Response:
We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation at 467 East Royal Fern! The home is so beautiful and in the perfect location! We do appreciate your feedback on the home and have scheduled for a deep clean as well! Thank you for staying with 360 Blue and we hope to host you again soon!
Elissa
August, 2019
Had a great time! The house was perfect for the 3 families in our group (13 people total). 360 Blue was super easy to work with and very helpful!
Property Manager Response:
Elissa, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in WaterColor. We completely agree that this home is perfect for multiple families. Thank you for staying with 360 Blue. We look forward to hosting you all again soon!
Becky
June, 2019
This is our second year In a row that we have stayed in this house. The size is perfect for our party of 6, with plenty of room to spread out. Love the included golf cart and the pool is perfect for the kids. We had to deal with some pool issues, but 360 took care of it promptly. My only suggestion is to double check every detail before your guests arrive. I only get one vacation per year with my family and some want to be wasting valuable family time making phone calls and sending messages about issues. Added bonus - we are from St Louis and got to see our own STL Blues make history by winning the Stanley Cup in this house! TVs were excellent. We loved this house and plan on returning !
Property Manager Response:
What a great family photo! We are delighted that you enjoyed another year in our Watercolor home. We agree that the pool and golf cart makes for a great getaway! We are happy to hear that the minor issues were resolved for you in a timely manner. We hope that you come back ne...
Jonathan
June, 2019
We had a great stay. The house was very nice and having a pool was perfect for all the kids. It would be helpful if at least a limited amount of personal items (toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, etc) were provided for guests. Also, the electrical set up for the garage is faulty and would require us to constantly throw the breaker box to get the graham doors to open and shut. Other than those items we had a wonderful stay and really enjoyed the property. Two families, 7 total young kids. From Texas.
Property Manager Response:
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback for this wonderful home and community! We hope to see you again very soon, thank you for staying with 360 Blue!
Brandon
April, 2019
We had a great time staying at Heart's Desire for our wedding ""Drakecation"". The house was great - we took our wedding preparation photos at the house and loved the interior. The carriage house made it logistically easy with both sides of the bridal party, and we got to stay close to parents that way. We also really enjoyed having access to the golf cart and the bicycles. This made it easy to enjoy the great beach and town locations. Overall, would recommend and consider staying again!
Property Manager Response:
We are so happy to have hosted you all for such a great occasion! We agree that this home is perfect for larger groups and having the golf cart and bikes making getting to and from all of the surroundings so simple! We love the photo you shared with us! Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day, we hope to host you all again soon!
Linda
November, 2018
Our family of 6 absolutely loved our time here! Born & raised in Florida i love the location of this property. The owners & management company keep this home in pristine shape. So many of the necessities that we brought were already here for our use! We had the pool heated during our stay & our granddaughters enjoyed it daily! Used the grill several times & it was perfect. No complaints whatsoever! Hoping to return again very soon!!
Property Manager Response:
We are so thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is a great option for a fun family getaway and heating the pool is a must during the colder months so that you can enjoy everything the home has to offer! Thank you for choosing 360 Blue, we hope to see you again soon!
Conan
October, 2018
We had a very nice, relaxing stay at this home. It comfortably accommodated our party of 8. Loved the hot tub and pool!
Property Manager Response:
We are so glad that you and your group enjoyed your stay with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is great for larger groups or families and the pool is such a great bonus to have! We hope to host you all again very soon!
Carmen
August, 2018
Absolutely lovely home! Loved the private pool! The location of the house was perfect! Nice little drive with the golf cart! Just a few things we noticed that needed attention. The previous guests left beer cans in the golf cart, and under the table so I don't know if the cleaners overlooked it or just didn't do a great job. Also a bunch of our dishes was very dirty. And we could never get the cable to work on the big tv in the living room. But overall it's a great house and very comfortable! Love it!
Property Manager Response:
We are so glad that you enjoyed your vacation with us in Watercolor! We agree that this home is perfect for a fun-filled vacation and having the private pool makes the getaway that much better! The photo you shared is priceless! We do apologize for the inconveniences felt during your stay and we will be sure to share your feedback with our team. We look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Hostettler
June, 2018
This house was a dream. My family stayed for a full week for my wedding at Watercolor. The house was beautiful and helped create lifetime memories for the whole family! The carriage house was perfect for my sister, her husband and their 8 month old baby to have their own space. The back porch, pool and hot tub were a gathering favorite and the kitchen was a dream come true for my mom hosting brunch the day after the wedding. This house will always hold a special place in my heart and we hope to come back soon!
360 Blue Response
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay for such a special occasion. There is no compliment greater than hearing our guests spent time making memories with their families in our homes, truly priceless. We loved having you with us and hope to see you back soon!
Jessica
March, 2018
Great house! Loved it all, thank you so much!
Property Manager Response:
Thank you for choosing 360 Blue! We hope to see you back soon!
Carolyn
November, 2017
After driving 5 hours of our 14 hour trip home, I realized I did not have my Rolex watch. I called the guest services number, explained what I had done and where I thought the watch would be. After a few frantic hours, Ali called to tell me they had found the watch. I asked them to mail it, insured and charge my credit charge with cost. They put it in the mail today, nov. 27 and I should get it on Wed. I really appreciate their concern and attention to this matter and am so grateful for honest housekeepers!!!! Carolyn
Property Manager Response:
We are so happy we were able to get your watch back to you and ease your concerns. We hope you had amazing stay for your fall getaway and we look forward to seeing you back soon!
Amanda
November, 2017
This was the most incredible house! We stay every year and this was my favorite we've ever had the pleasure of staying in. Loved the decor - we felt like movie stars! The golf cart and heated pool and all the outdoor spaces and comfy interiors plus having all adult room accommodations make this property the perfect adult get away! No one had to sleep in a bunk room! Yay!! Every detail had been thought of!
Property Manager Response:
What a great photo! We are beyond thrilled that you loved this beautiful home as much as we do. We loved having you with us and hope to see you back soon!
Julie
July, 2017
We usually spend most of our vacations in the Caribbean, but decided on a last minute trip to Watercolor/Seaside this time. What a gorgeous area! The sand and water definitely rival some of the best Caribbean beaches. The house (467 East Royal Fern) is beautiful and very spacious. The beds are extremely comfortable, the kitchen is spacious, the outdoor area is great (large screened in porch), and we appreciated the privacy in the back of the house (no neighbors behind us). We will definitely be coming back!
Property Manager Response:
This is such a precious photo! It's definitely one to frame and look back on for years to come! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your last minute trip to Watercolor! It really has so much to offer for the whole family! We're glad the home could fit your family's needs, and that you enjoyed it so much! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach escape. We look forward to helping you plan your next visit!
Erin
July, 2017
We love Watercolor! This is our second vacation there. We absolutely loved this house and location. The rooms are spacious and the beds were extremely comfy! The pool was great although the pump stopped working and we called to report it. They fixed it but it stopped working again. They sent someone again but it stopped working again. Definitely didn't stop the fun or would it prevent future visits just kinda frustrating to have to keep calling. Also loved the kitchen in this house! Great for large families!
Property Manager Response:
What a precious family photo! It's definitely one to treasure for years to come! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the property and that the pool issue didn't keep you from enjoying your stay! We appreciate you providing your valuable feedback! Thank you for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach vacation. Be sure to visit us again soon!
Teresa
June, 2017
Thanks to your 360 Blue staff we had a great vacation. Our family of 12, ages 2 to 85 loved the home. It was a great location -- a short golf cart ride to the beach or Publix. The 12 seater golf cart, screened-in porch an pool were a real plus. The children loved the bikes too. I'd highly recommend this house.
Property Manager Response:
What a cute family photo! It looks like you guys got to take advantage of the complementary golf cart! We are so thrilled to hear that your family enjoyed the property and your visit with us so thoroughly! Thank you so much for choosing 360 Blue for your family's beach vacation. Come back and see us again soon!
Susan
March, 2017
We had a lovely time! 360 blue quickly handled any issue that arose. We love using the bikes and golf cart to get to the beach. My favorite memory is star gazing on the front porch - the location (backing up to pine forest) made it ideal for see many constellations. Having the pool heated came in handy with cool spring nights. Open floor plan allowed us all to be together and carriage house was a perfect place for grandparents. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
Property Manager Response:
Such a beautiful family! We are so thrilled you had such a wonderful stay in WaterColor. Thank you for choosing to stay with 360 Blue and we hope to have you back again soon!
Scott
November, 2016
The house was beautiful. We have been vacationing at Seaside, Watercolor, and Rosemary Beach for the past 20 years. Just like be the Emerald Coast So the house had one major design flaw, which was the steps leading to the driveway. This was the major entrance into the kitchen and the steps were very narrow and deep. Sadly my husband fell. Also we usually receive a gift upon arrival. Usually some type of beach bag filled with goodies. We received nothing and given the price of the rental this is somewhat disappointing. Anyway beautiful property
Property Manager Response:
We are so sorry to hear that your husband fell during your stay. We hope he is feeling better. We are happy to hear that you did enjoy this home and your stay here with us. We certainly want to make sure every home has everything that a guest needs and we are so sorry you were expecting something that was not that. We are discussing your concerns with the property manager to be sure they are addressed. We hope to see y...
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