5 Red Basil Drive, Santa Rosa Beach

$2,500,000

5 Beds
5 Baths
2,749 Sqft
.1 Acre
1 Garage

Welcome to 'Stay Salty', a beautifully updated five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home located on a highly sought-after corner lot in the WaterColor community. Professionally designed by Three Dog Design and sold fully furnished with a four-person golf cart, this property comfortably sleeps 12 and has been extensively upgraded throughout. A true turnkey opportunity for luxury living or high-performing short-term rental ownership.
The open, light-filled floor plan features high ceilings and coastal-inspired interiors. The spacious living and dining areas flow into a custom kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with seating. The main-level primary suite offers a spa-style bath, while upstairs includes additional king and queen suites, a double-queen room, a twin bunk nook, and a secondary living area with a private balcony.
Outdoor spaces include a screened patio with grill, covered front porch, upper balcony, and expansive side deck surrounded by mature landscaping. The home includes a garage suitable for the golf cart or a small vehicle, plus driveway parking for two vehicles.
Rental performance is exceptional, producing $130,508.05 in 2024, $158,259.47 for 2025, and $210,143 for 2026 (all gross revenue numbers) with new reservations coming in daily and lots of owner use! Over 65 five-star reviews across all OTA's and a 12% repeat guest rate year-to-date highlight its proven appeal.
Owners and guests enjoy full access to WaterColor's top-tier amenities including resort-style pools, tennis and pickleball courts, trails, parks, and the private WaterColor Beach Club. Just minutes from Seaside, 30A dining, and the Gulf, this corner-lot home combines design, comfort, and strong investment potential in one of 30A's most desirable neighborhoods.

Essential Information
MLS® #1008482
Price$2,500,000
Sold Price$2,400,000
Date Sold$2026-09-16
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms5.00
Full Baths4
Half Baths1
Square Footage2,749
Acres0.10
Year Built2013
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeDetached Single Family
StyleBeach House
StatusSold
Community Information
Address5 Red Basil Drive
Area18 - 30A East
SubdivisionWATERCOLOR
CitySanta Rosa Beach
CountyWalton
StateFL
Zip Code32459
Amenities
# of Garages1
Utilities

Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground

Parking

Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage

Interior
HeatingCentral, Gas - Natural
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
# of Stories2
Interior Features

Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Upgraded Media Wing, Walls Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Woodwork Painted

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater

Exterior
WindowsWindow Treatments
RoofMetal
FoundationSlab
Exterior Features

Outdoor Shower, Sprinkler System, Separate Living Area

Lot Description

Corner Lot, Covenants, Irregular Lot

Construction

Frame, Roof Pitched, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd

School Information
ElementaryDune Lakes
MiddleEmerald Coast
HighSouth Walton
Additional Information
Days on Website83
ZoningResid Single Family
Listing Details
OfficeRising Star Real Estate Inc
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Listing information last updated on October 16th, 2026 at 5:52am CDT.