Sandy Oar by Oversee 30A is a colorful, modern retreat in the heart of WaterColor. Enjoy full access to Dragonfly Pool and Camp Watercolor, or relax on the generous porches with outdoor seating and an enchanting firepit. Discover nearby Seaside, Alys Beach, and Rosemary Beach via 5 included bikes.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12224 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes
Sandy Oar by Oversee 30A | Perfect in Walton County Awards – Three-Time Diamond Winner – Best Rental Mgmt. 2026, 2025, 2024
Bursting with charm, this inviting cottage welcomes up to 12 guests with vibrant touches and classic lake house style. The colorful accents add personality throughout, and the cheerful carriage house offers even more space and comfort.
Highlights: 📍 WaterColor! 🏖️ 0.8 miles to Beach Club private beach access 👙 Full access to Dragonfly Pool, Camp WaterColor, private beach club, and more 🏠 Charming carriage house 🕶️ Explore Seaside, WaterColor, Seagrove, Alys and Rosemary Beach 🚲 5 bikes 🔥 Firepit 🍤 Gas grill 🦞 4-star restaurants 🛍️ Boutique shopping
Inside, the open living, dining, and kitchen areas create a warm, connected atmosphere. A plush sectional faces a smart TV with DVD player. The dining table seats six, with five more seats at the spacious kitchen island. The kitchen features granite countertops, a dual fuel range, and custom cabinetry with matching appliances—stylish and functional.
The primary bedroom on the main floor offers a wrought-iron king bed and an armoire with a concealed TV/DVD. The en-suite bath includes a large walk-in shower with bench seating and a dual vanity. Down the hall, a queen guest bedroom has a TV/DVD and shares a bathroom with a tub/shower combo.
Upstairs, you’ll find another queen guest room and a bunk room with two sets of twin bunks—both with TVs/DVDs and a shared hall bath featuring a walk-in shower.
Out back, the carriage house is bright and welcoming. With a queen bedroom that opens into a cozy living area and efficiency kitchen, it’s perfect for added privacy or independent guests.
Additional amenities include spacious porches, plenty of outdoor seating, and a firepit for evening relaxation. The Frog Pool and other community amenities are just a short stroll away.
Welcome! Our local team at Oversee 30A is here to ensure a seamless, relaxing stay. We're nearby and available daily—with a 24/7 emergency line for added peace of mind.
Overview: -0.8 miles to the beach and Beach Club (private access) -5 bedrooms, 4 baths -2406 sq ft -Carriage house -Gas grill -Firepit -Limited onsite parking, minimal community parking w/pass -Access to WaterColor community pools and beach club -Wi-Fi -5 bikes included
Overnight: -King in 1st floor primary bedroom; private bath; TV/DVD -Queen in 1st floor guest room; shared bath; TV/DVD -Queen in 2nd floor guest room; shared bath; TV/DVD -2 twin bunks in 2nd floor guest room; shared bath; TV/DVD -Queen in carriage house; private bath; TV/DVD
Check-in is 4:00 PM CST. Checkout is 10:00 AM CST.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Heated pool
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycles
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,406 square feet
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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
Pets not 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 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
About the neighborhood
Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Watercolor, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Does Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes located?
Located in Watercolor, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Chapel at Seaside, Grayton Beach State Park, and Seaside Beach. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Sundog Books are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Sandy Oar - Camp WaterColor Home + Carriage House, Fire Pit, 5 Bikes Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Excellent place to stay in the heart of watercolor. Very quiet area where it felt like we were by ourselves sometimes away from the crowds of 30A. Definitely would come back and stay.
The house was exactly as pictured. Clean, beautiful, and plenty of seating for all of us! The neighborhood was beautiful and having the bikes was a huge gift!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sandy Oar and was impressed with how responsive the Oversee team were with any questions we had.
Kim D.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Travis H.
1 December 2019
November 2019 Stay
Multiple families had plenty of room. The proximity to Camp Watercolor was great and the bikes were tremendous.
Travis H.
Verified
8/10 Good
Gayle K.
1 October 2022
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Not as large of a house as I had thought but the location was really good. Some items are worn and need to be replaced.
Gayle K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Raymond B.
16 January 2022
Pleasant stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice place. Well designed for 10 people. Terrific location.
Raymond B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Zach D.
7 October 2020
solid house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
we would rent again. nice place with a great location
Zach D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
27 August 2019
Great location.. great home!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay at Sandy Oar in Watercolor. The home was spacious and so comfortable. We relaxed on the front porch - such a quiet street. My teenagers loved having the carriage house all to themselves as their "hangout" Property management was very attentive to our needs. I would definitely stay there again!
Laura C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ELIZABETH M.
11 July 2022
Quiet Retreat
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice, quiet location. We enjoyed riding our bikes around, and everything was located a short ride away from the house. We had plenty of space . The house was clean. A few more basic amenities like toilet paper, shampoo, dish soap, etc would be nice for a house that sleeps 12. No real complaints though! We will be back!
We rented for a family Christmas vacation. When we arrived the house had some trouble getting into the property and some cleanliness issues. The property management was very responsive and helpful. Overall the property was a little run down. The dishes and utensils in the kitchen were sparse and some of them broken. We even replaced some. Overall not a bad location or property just could use a little bit of love and care.
Sarah C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mike N.
24 March 2020
Superb Client Focus with Oversee @ Sandy Oar
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Was very impressed with the proactive and professional customer support before and during our stay at Sandy Oar. This home was great for our family of 6 - plenty of room to spread out and the location in Watercolor was very handy.Oversee was quick to fix one minor maintenance issue.Everything from bikes, to amenities (including chapstick) was perfect. When we showed up slightly early they communicated well and let us know when the cleaning crew was clear so we could unload our luggage after 11 hours in the car.We'll definitely consider this property again.
Mike N.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Elizabeth K.
30 June 2020
Wonderful stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved our first visit to Water Color at The Sandy Oar! It was so clean and spacious. Loved the porches, and the separate carriage house for our teens. Only reason not a 5 star was because we felt like some info from the Rental Company-- about towel services (covid?) garbage policies and how to recycle-- was lacking. The house needs more glassware and plates since it sleeps 12. We only had 8 glasses and were constantly washing dishes. Only negative so I'd say it was a fantastic vacation!
Elizabeth K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Andrew O.
17 April 2022
Prior Guest’s Cleaning Fee Not Spent?
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House was not cleaned properly - we arrived to an oven with remnants of chocolate chip cookies all over the grates (which we had to clean), crumbs on the couch, an outdoor shower full of used towels, partially used bar of soap and bottle of shampoo. Also, the toilet in the master bedroom didn’t work.
Andrew O.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Candice M.
4 August 2020
Another Awesome 30A Adventure
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The photos are deceiving - the home is actually much more spacious than it appears in the pictures! Loved the high ceilings in the living area and the large round table for meals and game nights. The kids loved the carriage house! Our only suggestion is to stock the kitchen with more dishes, glasses, cookware, and utensils. During COVID-19 restrictions we cooked and ate in more than we usually do when visiting 30A. Having additional kitchenware items would have made this more convenient. Otherwise, this is a gorgeous home in a super location (it's a straight bike ride to the beach!)
We always stay at the Sandy Oar when we visit Watercolor. The house is in a perfect location to enjoy all the amenities of Watercolor and the beach. The house is thoughtfully decorated, clean (even the grill), comfortable, well maintained with a fully stocked kitchen. Our kids loved the cute bunk room. The furniture, especially the round dining table, make quality time with family and friends easy. We will visit the Sandy Oar again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca D.
15 June 2022
July 2021 Stay
The Sandy Oar and Watercolor community was just perfect for our family. The house was great, new grill was used a lot, the convenience of the pools, beach and having the bikes made it all so much fun. We would definitely stay again!!
The bed in the carriage house could use a new mattress. That is the only thing that did not meet 5 stars.
Rebecca D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Charles M.
15 June 2022
April 2021 Stay
The house interior was dated and a bit tired. I requested replacement light bulbs three times due to lights out. No replacements ever arrived. The house exterior was moldy and there was a lot of rotten wood all around. Some had been fixed in a slap-dash fashion and looked junky. Several pieces of wood disconnected from the stair due to rot. The trip was fun. The house was sub par. I would not book it again and based on my experience w the rental company and never getting replacement bulbs, I think I would seek a different rental company, too.