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Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart

Beachfront cottage near Alys Beach

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On the beach
A heated pool
Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Watersound Beach, FL
  • Place, Seacrest Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Deer Lake State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this WaterSound Beach cottage, you'll find Deer Lake State Park and Seacrest Beach. Camp Creek Lake and South Walton Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Deer Lake State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Camp Creek Lake - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seagrove Beach East - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • South Walton Beaches - 9 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ambrosia - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steamboat Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oku - ‬7 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.

Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart

Watersound Beach Property with free Golf Cart
274 Salt Box Lane Watersound Beach FL

Nestled discreetly behind towering dunes along one of the most breathtaking beaches in the world, the stunningly grand St. Joe community is truly a special place. WaterSound Beach is centrally located along Scenic Highway 30A among the charming beach towns that Coastal Living Magazine often profiles, known as The Beaches of South Walton. Convenient to the unique shops, restaurants and nightlife the area offers, WaterSound Beach is a private, gated community.

Vacation in our truely unique COTTAGE HOUSE just steps away from the most beautiful, unspoiled beaches along the entire Panhandle. WaterSound Beach Community provides privileged access to this uniquely secluded one-mile stretch of sugar white sand beach that verges on massive sand dunes. The WaterSound confine cares for over 256 acres of pristine land advancing its native ecology while maintaining natural walking paths, sand dune walkovers and recreational facilities. This gated complex is protected by 24/7 security ensuring a safe, friendly and family environment that is exclusive.

The Dunesider pool house features a heated swimming pool, an A/C lounge area with kitchen and generous terraces for sunning & relaxing. WaterSound Beach Community offers three shared heated pool locations, an outdoor fireplace, a state of the art fitness & sauna facility, the Dunesider Grill serving lunch poolside in the summer season and a gourmet cafe that includes a catering service.

Located in the Crescent Keel section of WaterSound Beach the cottage has gabled ceilings throughout providing a rich, open feel with three bedrooms and four full size bathrooms. This property is center to all amenities including the Dunsider Pool & Grill, the main beach entrance, the WaterSound Cafe and Fitness/Sauna center.

COTTAGE IN PRISINE CONDTION...COMPLETE INTERIOR RENOVATION!

GOLF CART INCLUDED WITH THIS PROPERTY.

WE STRICTLY ENFORCE A NO PET POLICY.




Keywords: Beach Cottage House 30A watersound watercolor rosemary beach seaside Florida vacation rental

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING inside the cottage

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Rules

Following your booking of your reservation you will be required post a security deposit of $500 for operation of the golf cart during your stay.
No one can drive or operate the golf cart under 18 years of age. To operate the golf cart you must also have auto insurance and valid drivers license.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: WE ENFORCE A PET FREE ENVIRONMENT

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
No weddings or private party gatherings .

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING inside the cottage

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
Note from host: No weddings or private party gatherings .
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No weddings or private party gatherings . For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart to the airport?

This cottage is 24.3 mi (35-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart to downtown Santa Rosa Beach?

This cottage is 11.6 mi away from Santa Rosa Beach.

Newly Renovated Watersound Beach Cottage / Private Beach Access with Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful clean house, plenty of toiletries, and loved the golf cart for trip to the pool and beach (note that it’s within property only, not street legal). Love the proximity to the Big Chill and ease of beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Ray D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was further from beach than anticipated. With no view of the external view we did have resembled a row of cottages that could have been in New England . Again, not what we expected. The beach access using the golf cart was easy, but the sand flies and kissing bugs on the beach made it uncomfortable (with multiple families retreating to the pool). We went further west by car to a public access point. The flies were non-existant.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for a family beach vacation

Our family of four loved this location and rental. It is a charming area with a beautiful beach and comfortable pool. The beach and pool are a short walk or golf cart ride. We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood for walks/runs and the resort gym met our needs. Each of us having our own bathroom was a nice bonus. Harry was a gracious host and we appreciated his restaurant recommendations.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular property for a family!

Great communication from the owner. The home itself is beautiful, and spotlessly clean. Not a detail out of place. Kitchen works well. The property has a practically new Weber kettle for charcoal grilling. The golf cart is a fantastic perk of the property, and made it easy to access the beach. My son and I could set up our family’s tent and chairs on the beach, then go back and pick it up at the end of the day. It’s really nice to access the beach without having to cross 30A. The private nature of Watersound’s beach made it all the better.Watersound is a remarkable development, probably the best architecture along 30A. Easy to walk to Bruno’s pizza, and to The Big Chill, where we rented bikes from Salt Air (highly recommend). We knew the community was gated, but had not anticipated just how nice it would be to have such limited traffic. We rented bikes, and enjoyed family bike rides several evenings during our stay, without worrying about car traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watersound vacation

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay.The house was comfortable and the community was quiet. The pools were worn, and the beach was outstanding!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend- Great Trip

Really enjoyed our time at this property. It was exactly as advertised and perfect for our group of six. Very good communication from the property owner. Golf cart was a major plus providing easy access to the beach and pool. Looking forward to our next stay at this cottage in Watersound!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Mount Juliet,TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Familia Smith

Salt Box Lane was and amazing vacation. We love Watersound this is our 10th year vacationing in Watersound. The Golf cart to get to the beach was amazing. And location was one of the reasons we booked this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place!

We love the cottages on Salt Box Lane. This is our favorite we’ve stayed in over the years. It was very clean, great spaces, and a great renter. Awesome location, golf cart was fantastic…couldn’t have been a better stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Chattanooga

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

Good location. Golf cart was very helpful. Neighborhood outstanding. Will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Tuscaloosa, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location

Great house on a quiet street! Perfect porch to drink coffee and hear nature. Beach was never crowded. Golf cart made it so easy to drive to beach and there was cart parking right at the path to walk. One of our best home rentals on 30A!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff B., Marietta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Stay

Nice Property and was clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clay W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watersound Beauty

Our time here has been nothing short of wonderful, and we've truly enjoyed every moment. Your attention to detail and the care you've put into this house is evident in every corner. It's not just a place to stay; it's a home away from home, and we couldn't have asked for a more comfortable and inviting space. The house's beauty and its perfect location warm our hearts. They take great pride in providing a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment to their guests. The golf cart and beach access are indeed some of the highlights of our property. They believe in offering the guests not only a place to stay but also a complete experience that allows you to make the most of the beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drennen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

My family and I had the best stay in Watersound. The property is the perfect size for a family of 6. The three bedrooms were well kept and great size. The living room area is perfect to sit back and relax. The ability to be in a gated community with a golf cart was the best. We were able to be from the cottage to the beach in two minutes. There are chairs available to rent and will be setup each day. Beach is no over crowded like areas outside of the community. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay!

We loved this house and the community of watersound. The house was perfect for our family of young kids. Harry was very responsive to any questions I had. The golf cart was also great! You can drive the cart onto the boardwalk and walk steps until you’re on the beach! We won’t stay anywhere else on 30a again and plan to return. Thank you for a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Watersound Community Simply Amazing

We've stayed all over Florida since I was a kid. Up and down 30A, PCB, Gulf Shores, etc... and this community is a top 3 of most beautiful beach places we've stayed. Owner was great to deal with, the cottages are very cute and the whole environment is so peaceful. Wish we could have taken the golf cart outside of the community to go to The Big Chill but it's a short bike ride or walk. I would highly recommend taking your family to this cottage or anywhere in Watersound. Only a couple of minor cleaning issues and some confusion about what pools we had access to but the owner was quick to resolve it. We will be back for many years to come!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill A., Brentwood

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing week at Watersound!

My family of four (2 adults, 1 teen, 1 tween) had an awesome time at Harry's house. The house is perfectly located in the quaint Watersound community, within a short walk or golf cart drive to the private beach. Our beach was the best we saw in the area -- beautiful huge dunes and calmer water than surrounding beaches. We rented beach chairs and umbrellas from La Dolce Vita - pricey, but the shade is so necessary in that Florida sun. The house was so comfortable and had everything we needed. We cooked and grilled most days; and took the golf cart down to the beach every evening to watch the sunset and play on the beach. We visited over the 4th of July and saw incredible fireworks from our beach. After the beach every evening, we drove the golf cart around the community, admiring the beautiful houses. The impressive fitness center and Brunos Pizza (great!) is a quick 3- minute walk from the house. Nearby communities (Seaside, Watercolor, Alys Beach) and fantastic restaurants are a very close drive. We rented a pontoon boat for three days and fished/swam the bay - a super fun experience. We saw tons of dolphins and caught a huge number of fish. Last, but certainly not least, the owner, Harry, is a gem. He was incredibly responsive and gave me so many great tips about the area. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandie D.

WaterSound Beach exceeded expectations

This was our first time staying at WaterSound Beach and what a hidden treasure! We absolutely loved this neighborhood - it's so charming and far less crowded than other nearby beaches. Harry's house on Salt Box Lane met our family's needs - the golf cart made getting to and from the beach effortless! Salt Box Lane, in our opinion, is by far the most beautiful street in the neighborhood. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rex H., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness

Watersound 274 Salt Box Lane

Very nice and with the golf cart we had easy access to beach and pools. It worked out great 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best vacation spot!

This beach trip was amazing. The house is beautiful the area is pristine..we will come back here for many years!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spring Break!

Great house for our spring break. Location is perfect within Watersound with easy access to the beach. The golf cart definitively helped getting to the beach. Communication wifh owner put everything at ease.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

House is very good -- excellent communications with owner

Very, very positive -- good house, excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tabetha L., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness

A++++++

This property is precious. The owner, Harry, is one of the nicest people I have ever rented from. Check in was a breeze. You will love the gated community. I recently had hip surgery so the main level master suite was a must for me. The golf cart was super helpful as well to get to the private beach access. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

WaterSound Beach Vacation

The beach cottage was comfortable. It was quiet and we all slept well at night. The white sand beach was amazing! We rented an umbrella with chase lounges, through La Dolce Vita, which I highly recommend. The golf cart was great and the path lead right to the beach. Overall, it was a great Florida beach vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip

Beautiful resort area, quick access to uncrowded beach and pool. Lots of great restaurants near by. Loved the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach access!

Great spot! Close to the beach and having a golf cart made it even quicker. Owner (Harry) extremely responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022