The WaterColor® community has long been the backdrop for multigenerational family beach vacations to South Walton. Year after year, hundreds of families flock to our coast to relish some days in the sun, reconnect and recreate beloved traditions with loved ones.
With its functional yet intimate accommodations, distinct location on 30A and overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and variety of comfortable, convenient and just plain fun family-friendly amenities and the area’s premier family-friendly outdoor recreation and dining options in the area, it’s no surprise that WaterColor Inn has remained the go-to resort for these cherished family getaways.
Accommodations with Families in Mind
In 2022, WaterColor Inn unveiled seven Family Suites, conveniently situated on the first floor, just footsteps from the sand. Available as one-bedroom or two-bedroom accommodations, the Family Suites are designed with WaterColor Inn’s characteristic coastal comfort in mind, making them ideal for larger family getaways. Each elegantly furnished, coastal-inspired suite comes equipped with a kitchenette and wet bar area, including a microwave and mini refrigerator, as well as a personal “Treat Suite,” refreshed with snacks daily and a selection of family board games. Different view options, as well as bunk-bed suites, are also available.
This year, just in time for beach season, the boutique hotel also revealed its 60 reimagined guestrooms, featuring new flooring, furnishings and décor with a modern coastal design that reflects WaterColor’s classically casual elegance. In addition to upgraded aesthetics, all rooms now feature keyless entry and guest entertainment systems, complete with access to Netflix and a comprehensive guest services directory.
Splish, Splash… Pools for Everyone!
With access to a total of 10 pools, guests of WaterColor Inn have access to the most pools on 30A! WaterColor Beach Club boasts a main pool with expanded seating and lounge areas, a second infinity pool with lounge seating and a third pool with zero-entry – all with unobstructed views of the Gulf. This, in addition to Camp WaterColor, the area’s ideal family recreation destination, which features featuring the main Butterfly Pool with Monarch Slide; the Caterpillar Pool, a zero-entry pool and small children’s area and slide; and the Lazy Lizard Pool, a zero-entry lazy river. Additionally, the hotel’s 2,800-square-foot zero-entry family pool includes an extensive pool deck just footsteps away from the beach and convenient access to the nearby Gather Kitchen + Bar.
But Wait, There’s More!
Guests staying at WaterColor Inn can also enjoy countless recreation options, thanks to the resort’s stunning location within 500 acres of sugar-white sand beach and pine forests alongside Western Lake. From biking and hiking to standup paddle-boarding and kayaking, there are a variety of family-friendly experiences to be enjoyed, all just steps away from the area’s sugar-white-sand beaches. All this, in addition to expertly set-up beachside bonfires (complete with all of the fixings for s’mores), a variety of seasonal events and casual dining options that are sure to please everyone’s palate.
Did You Say Food?
Oh, yes; yes we did. Whether your party is craving fresh seafood with a side of stunning sunset views (Fish Out of Water); fresh, costal-inspired Tex-Mex fare in a rooftop setting (Costa Chica); tasty burgers and shakes (Beach Cow); easy, breezy handheld bites (The Canteen); laid-back Southern favorites (Gather Kitchen + Bar); a transformative all-day menu of fresh, made-to-order items (WaterColor Grill); or even to-go drinks and cocktails (the Tiki Bar), your family won’t go hungry during their WaterColor Inn stay.
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With its bounty of resort amenities and recreational and dining options, WaterColor Inn is the flagship of the WaterColor community – offering an authentic 30A beach experience suited for the whole family.
To learn more about WaterColor Inn or book your family’s next stay, visit the resort online.
Details included in this story were accurate at time of publication but are subject to change based on seasonal schedules, amenity and/or operational updates. For the most current information, please visit the respective property’s website.
