a Community Brochure

IMAGINE A PLACE
A warm breeze welcomes you, inviting a sense of relaxation. The
sound of screen doors snapping closed evokes memories of a simpler,
easier time. Neighbors gather on expansive porches over lemonade.
Innovative architecture, green parks and squares embrace you with a
sense of neighborhood, a sense of belonging. There’s a welcoming
Southern flavor to it all and a reverence for the natural beauty of
the landscape. Welcome to WaterColor.
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Playing in the surf at WaterColor.
Right | Taking an afternoon stroll over Western Lake.
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WA T E R C O L O R
Located on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, WaterColor is a
celebrated coastal resort and residential town that eases into
its natural surroundings with a uniquely Southern simplicity
and grace. It cultivates a true sense of place that is timeless,
authentic and welcoming for everyone.
Classic Southern homesteads stand beneath a clear blue
sky, amid more than 499 acres of thoughtfully planned
neighborhoods, parks and trails situated between the Gulf of
Mexico and a natural 220-acre coastal dune lake. Featuring
nearly 1,200 homes and homesites, as well as a 60-room
boutique inn honored as the region’s only AAA Four Diamond
hotel, WaterColor offers a vibrant and colorful collection of
the area’s best amenities, activities and services.
Epicureans will savor Fish Out of Water, the WaterColor
Inn’s AAA Four Diamond signature restaurant, with stunning
gulf views, virtuoso cuisine and a distinctive wine list.
Residents and visitors can explore Western Lake, a rare
coastal dune lake, by canoe, kayak or sailboat. Hiking
and biking paths unfold into extensive woodland trails and
there are numerous neighborhood pools, parks and gardens
to enjoy. Both challenging and family-friendly golfing
experiences, top-ranked tennis facilities, kid and teen
programming, and a variety of shops, galleries and eateries
all enhance the WaterColor experience.
Above | Gracing the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, the community of WaterColor boasts a pristine stretch of beach that rivals that of any world-class getaway.
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WA T E R C O L O R A R C H I T E C T U R E
Master-planned by a collection of talented, nationally recognized
landscape, and natural paths convey an appreciation for
architects and planners, WaterColor reflects Northwest Florida’s
WaterColor’s ecologically sound vision. Since its inception,
unique combination of Spanish, English, Dutch and French
the ultimate goal has been to create a place that preserves the
Colonial influences– amended to accommodate a variety of
uniqueness of this spectacular locale while developing authentic
contemporary uses. The homes in WaterColor pay tribute to
improvements that have an enduring embraceable character. The
houses found throughout coastal towns that are characterized by
vision of WaterColor’s Southern origins, respect for the existing
their charming details and inviting style. Distinct neighborhoods
natural features and intimate small-town planning are apparent in
are thoughtfully interwoven among the surrounding native
each of the unique homes that make up this celebrated place.
Above | The acclaimed WaterColor architecture is the epitome of Southern coastal vernacular. Opposite | From enjoying a delectable lunch to savoring a
cold cocktail while soaking in a breathtaking sunset view, the BeachClub is the perfect locale to unwind by the sea.
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A R E T U R N T O Y E ST E R DAY
WaterColor strives to provide a fun, family-friendly environment
be enjoyed every day by kids ages 4 to 12. Camp WaterColor
play area with pulsing geysers, Camp WaterColor also has
summer carnivals and other outdoor activities. Additional family-
for residents and guests to enjoy. Perhaps the most popular
includes a building that houses an arts and crafts area, retail
convenient showers and changing rooms.
focused recreation, events and activities are offered throughout
among the vast array of children’s activities is Camp WaterColor.
and snack area, exhibit space and a hang-out for `tweens and
lawn, a custom-designed play set offers even more fun and a
Adventures, nature lessons, arts, crafts and other activities can
teens. In addition to a large family-friendly pool and water
verdant soccer field-size lawn plays host to flag football games,
On an adjacent
WaterColor year-round.
Opposite | Top Counterclockwise: Having fun among the treetops at Camp WaterColor. Relaxing poolside. Morning stroll after coffee. Veranda living all year
long. Above| Left: A game of jump rope on the green. An afternoon canoe ride. A game of tag at the beach.
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UNSPOILED BEAUTY
One could argue that the most precious amenity at WaterColor
gardens in Crimson Park offer great spaces for informal gatherings
beaches of the Emerald Coast, WaterColor is rich in natural beauty.
extends from Dune Allen Beach to Inlet Beach beckons adventurers
was provided by Mother Nature herself. Reminiscent of their other
and peaceful strolls. Benches punctuate the greens and beckon
Whether you’re looking for a quiet escape in a kayak or canoe or
to bike, jog or hike, while the Eastern Lake Bike Hike Trail allows
communities in Northwest Florida, WaterColor is a testament to
passers-by to enjoy a conversation or quiet reflection. Surrounded
an afternoon of fishing, the calming waters of Western Lake offer
one to explore the area’s diverse habitats, rich with coastal sand
St. Joe’s commitment to environmental stewardship. Fanciful green
by Western Lake, a natural 220-acre coastal dune lake, along with
the perfect remedy to reconnect with nature and disconnect from
pine scrub, longleaf pine flatwoods, cypress ponds, wet prairies
spaces such as Cerulean Park, nestled in the heart of the town, and
its untouched marshes, creeks and woods, and the pristine white
the modern world. The 18-mile Walton County Bicycle Trail that
and titi swamps.
Above| WaterColor was meticulously designed with the utmost concern to protect and preserve the community’s natural beauty and precious, rare coastal dune lake,
Western Lake.
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WA T E R C O L O R A C T I V I T I E S
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1 | WA T E R C O L O R I N N
The David Rockwell-designed inn offers 60 rooms facing the Gulf
of Mexico. This coastal gem is an elegant Southern coastal retreat
that appeals to couples, families and groups looking to relax and
recharge in chic surroundings. The region’s only AAA Four Diamond
hotel offers a full catering and banquet staff to coordinate
weddings, corporate functions, executive meetings and retreats. The
WaterColor Vacation Rental program manages 150 well-appointed
vacation rental homes situated throughout the 499-acre community.
2| THE BEACH
Residents and guests can take pleasure in WaterColor’s spectacular
beach, set along famed Scenic Highway 30A, home to stunning
spun-sugar, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear emerald waters.
WaterColor, one of the 14 distinct beach communities that make
up the Beaches of South Walton, shares the distinction of being one
of the only destinations in the country to have its entire coastline
certified as “Blue Wave” beaches by the Clean Beaches Council.
3| GOLF
Located just seven miles from WaterColor and south of WaterSound,
Camp Creek Golf Club is a private 18-hole, par-72 Tom Faziodesigned championship course. Also available to WaterColor
guests and homeowners is the Origins Course, designed by Davis
Love III, located eight miles away at WaterSound, as well as
the private Greg Norman-designed Shark’s Tooth Golf Club, the
centerpiece of the Wild Heron community just 19 miles away along
the shores of Lake Powell.
4| SHOPPING
From quaint boutiques and eateries to practical everyday needs,
WaterColor offers a great selection of shopping and retail options.
Located on the eastern side of WaterColor, WaterColor Crossings
provides easy access to a variety of modern conveniences and
services. Shoppers will be delighted to discover a variety of shops,
galleries and restaurants within the bustling WaterColor Town
Center, the heart and soul of the community. Additional shopping
destinations such as nearby Seaside, Rosemary Beach, Silver
Sands Outlet Mall and Pier Park are within a 25-mile radius of
WaterColor.
5| SPORTS & FITNESS
Just a few steps from WaterColor Inn, next to the BeachClub,
WaterColor Workout offers beginner to intermediate instruction,
personalized training with certified instructors, specialized
equipment, one-on-one or package sessions, wellness programs,
yoga, Pilates and nutritional analysis. Located on Western Lake
Drive, the award-winning Tennis Center features a stadium court
surrounded by grass-stepped terraces for the gallery, five Har-Tru
HydroCourts and a pro shop with tennis gear.
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Above | Top Row Left to Right: The award-winning WaterColor Inn. Sunset stroll for two. Origins Golf Course is one of three courses owned by St. Joe.
Above | Bottom Row Left to Right: Publix grocery store is one of many conveniences at WaterColor Crossings. The Tennis Center with Har-Tru tennis
courts. Stroll along Western Lake Bridge.
Situated on the banks of Western Lake, a 220-acre natural coastal
dune lake, the BoatHouse and dock are the perfect places to grab
a canoe, kayak or sailboat. The BoatHouse also features equipment
rentals for fishing enthusiasts. Marina Park features an inviting
lakeside pool adjacent to the seasonal BaitHouse Restaurant and a
large natural amphitheater ideal for outdoor film festivals, concerts
and other special events. The nearby Bike Barn is the place to find
bicycles of all sizes, jogging strollers, bike trailers (two-kid capacity)
and mountain bikes. Bike Barn staff will be happy to help out with
maps and excursion information on the extensive woodland trail
system within WaterColor.
Access to championship-quality golf is available to property owners and resort guests in JOE-designated communities at Camp Creek Golf Club, designed
by renowned architect Tom Fazio, and at SharkÕs Tooth Golf Club, designed by Greg Norman. Owners, resort guests and the public can also play the Davis
Love III designed Origins Course, which is a great place to enjoy a fun round in a family-friendly, casual atmosphere.
WaterColor Inn, Camp Creek Golf Club, SharkÕs Tooth Golf Club, Origins Course and WaterColor Workout are private amenities owned by The St. Joe Company.
Access is limited and may require a separate membership and membership documents, which are subject to change without notice.
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WA T E R C O L O R A C T I V I T I E S
FISHING
Beyond WaterColor resort, Northwest Florida is home to complex
waterways and ecosystems, each teeming with several species of game
fish, birds and reptiles. Pair its meandering creeks, underground springs
and rare coastal dune lakes with the renowned saltwater offerings of the
gulf, and the region provides anglers with a rare combination of fishing
opportunities. Old Florida Outfitters is the home of the Gulf Coast’s
premier source of fishing charter information. Bay Point Marina, just 27
miles east of WaterColor in Panama City Beach, offers fishing, boating,
jet skiing, swimming, sailing, snorkeling and offshore charter boats.
Located on the second floor of the
WaterColor Inn and overlooking
the gulf, the AAA Four Diamond-ranked Fish Out of Water is casually
chic, with elegance reflected in the simplest detail. All comes from
a passion for good food and an understanding of what it takes to
create a wonderful dining experience. The freshest local fish and meats,
combined with an eclectic approach to traditional ways of preparing
and serving food, translates into dishes unlike anything else offered in
this area.
WA T E R C O L O R B E A C H C L U B
Sugar Pies, on the corner
of Scenic Highway 30A
and WaterColor Boulevard, in the heart of WaterColor’s Town Center,
offers homeowners, resort guests and locals a casual place to dine, as
well as visit with old friends and make new ones. This brightly colored
corner café offers hand-tossed pizzas with the freshest ingredients,
creative sandwiches, salads, and the ever-popular ice cream cones
and frozen custard.
Taking full advantage of the pleasures of the gulf and with great views,
waterside activities and sunsets, the BeachClub is the perfect place to
enjoy good food and drinks. The club has a large, family-friendly pool
with direct views of the gulf, its balcony serves as a great spot to watch
a spectacular sunset. The BeachClub’s menu features a fabulous array
of sandwiches, salads and cold appetizers, as well as a full beverage
menu, including colorful frozen drinks, cocktails, beer and wine. There’s
dining inside or upstairs on the 90-seat deck overlooking the pool and
gulf beyond.
I N N S PA
Just steps from WaterColor Inn guest rooms and the sugar-white sand
beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, the InnSpa offers a totally indulgent
experience in a tranquil, intimate setting designed to nourish the body
inside and out. Inspired by the surrounding elements of the sea, the
InnSpa’s personalized treatments have been thoughtfully created to
convey a sense of comfort, nurturing, relaxation and rejuvenation.
Overlooking Western Lake, the BaitHouse restaurant, with its deep
porches, recalls the fish camps found along the bays and backwaters
of Northwest Florida. Fresh local seafood and vegetables, a warm and
inviting atmosphere and good ol’ fashioned Southern hospitality make
the BaitHouse the ideal family dining experience here at WaterColor.
Open seasonally.
Above | Top to Bottom: A day of fishing awaits you at Bay Point Marina. Escape to the BeachClub to catch a spectacular sunset. Rejuvenate your body and mind at
Above | Top to Bottom: Gulfside dining at Fish Out of Water. Sugar Pies provides the perfect spot for a quick lunch. Family-friendly fare and Southern hospitality call you home
the InnSpa.
at the BaitHouse.
The Bay Point Marina, WaterColor InnSpa, Fish Out of Water, SugarPies and BaitHouse are private amenities owned by The St. Joe Company and open to the public.
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I F YO U D O N ’ T K N OW J O E
YO U D O N ’ T K N OW F L O R I DA
As one of Florida’s most inspired placemakers, The St.
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Joe Company is behind some of the state’s most
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memorable and livable beachside, riverside and
countryside towns.
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The BeachClub
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WaterColor Inn
Fish Out of Water
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WaterColor InnSpa
10 BaitHouse Restaurant
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WaterColor Workout
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Sugar Pies
12 Cerulean Park North
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Sales & Information Center
13 Sand Hill Park and Pool
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Cerulean Park
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WAT E RC O L O R N E I G H B O R H O O D S
Not all communities listed are St. Joe communities.
All plans and uses are subject to change without notice. Illustrations are artist’s depictions only and in production property may not be as shown.
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The three most important words in real estate: Location. Location. Imagination.
St. Joe is the largest private landowner in Florida. But it’s our imagination that sets us
apart. This is beautifully evident at WaterColor, as well as at other communities including
The Town of WaterSound, RiverCamps on Crooked Creek and WindMark Beach, located along
Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. For the broadest choice of authentic, organic and original places to live,
work and escape, we invite you to engage your imagination now at JOE.com.
1701 East County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
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Water”, “Sugar Pies”, “BaitHouse” and the “Taking Flight” designs are service marks of The St. Joe Company. The availability and pricing of the St. Joe property (through any of its affiliates or subsidiaries) is
subject to change without notice. St. Joe does not guarantee the obligations of unaffiliated builders who may build and sell homes within its communities. The materials and features and amenities described
and depicted herein are based upon current development plans, which are subject to change without notice. No guarantee is made that the features, amenities and facilities depicted by artists’ renderings
or otherwise described herein will be provided, or, if provided, will be of the same type, size or nature as depicted or described. Access to and rights to use recreational or private amenities within the
development may (i) be limited, (ii) require a purchase of a separate membership and (iii) be subject to payment of use fees, membership requirements, rules or other limitations which are subject to change.
WaterSound Beach Club, Camp Creek Golf Club and Shark’s Tooth Golf Club are private clubs for St. Joe designated communities which require purchase of separate memberships subject to application and
acceptance and may be subject to payment of fees, membership requirements, rules or other limitations which are subject to change. This does not constitute an offer to sell real property in any jurisdiction
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