Watersound vacation rentals

Delight in the beachside landscape of Watersound

The beaches and lake create a pretty picture of Watersound. This relaxing city allures visitors with its golfing and seafood restaurants. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our vacation rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.

Meet the world's expert divers, both animal and human

You can't be blamed for strolling from the porch of your WaterSound vacation rental, finding a spot on the sand, and going limp for the rest of the day. Still, if you're moved to explore, you'll be delighted by Gulf World. A few miles south of WaterSound, it offers sea life exhibits, sea lion shows, and penguin and dolphin encounters that the kids will never forget. The Man in the Sea Museum is another family friendly adventure. Exhibits encourage kids (and their grown-ups) to climb through a submarine and learn about the history of deep sea diving.

Emerald greens are typical in this Florida gem of a town

Every ocean activity is at your fingertips in WaterSound. You're in the middle of 80 miles of white sand along the Gulf of Mexico. It's made of pure Appalachian quartz, which reflects sunlight and gives the Emerald Coast its shimmery green hue. The area also offers over a dozen freshwater and saltwater lakes, perfect for fishing and water sports. Grayton Beach State Park, just to the west of your WaterSound vacation rental, is an idyllic spot to watch the sunset from the comfort of your campsite. Its lake is well-suited to canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.

Quiet winters and summers made for sunscreen

The weather in WaterSound is defined by its humid, subtropical climate. That is, short, mild winters and long, hot summers. Winters are actually a lovely time to be on the west Florida coast if you aim for quiet. The water is too cold to swim in, but the beaches are your own. Summer is the most popular time for vacationers with kids, and fall, with its still-warm weather and smaller crowds, is the season locals think of as their best kept secret. If you're looking to save on a WaterSound vacation rental, book then.

Rare birds and rarer lakes are a cinch to spot in WaterSound

Year-round residents of WaterSound take pride in the well-preserved marine habitats that surround them. Deer Lake State Park will likely be in walking distance of your WaterSound vacation rental and is the home of Deer Lake, a rare, coastal dune lake. These lakes are only found on the Gulf Coast and create a thriving wildlife habitat. To the west you'll find Grayton Beach State Park, where nature trails wind through coastal forests of scrub oaks and magnolias, their branches twisted by the salty winds. Signs will point you toward bright red holly trees, bald eagles, and osprey.

How to get to and around Watersound

Fly into Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), the closest airport, located 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (DSI), which is 26.5 mi (42.6 km) away.