Longboat Key, Florida
Prepare yourself for a Gulf Coast getaway at this welcoming 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental nestled in the tropical Beach Castle complex! This second-story retreat offers all the beach essentials, a full kitchen, screened porch, and ample community amenities including a pool, hot tub, fishing pier, selfie station, and more. Whether you're here to shop on St. Armands Key, enjoy the Mote Aquarium, or soak up the sun on the private beach across the street, this Florida abode is the perfect escape!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Central A/C | Private Beach Access | Community Amenities | Free WiFi
Ideal for a romantic retreat or small family escape to the coast, this Longboat Key bayside abode boasts top-notch amenities paired with a prime location just across the street from the Gulf of Mexico!
Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
BEACH CASTLE AMENITIES: Gated pool area w/ heated pool, sun chairs, outdoor dining space, sun umbrellas & hot tub, fishing pier, dock, selfie station, grilling station, illuminated walkway across the road, private beach access, tennis court & pickleball court (Longboat Key Landry)
INTERIOR SPACE: Flat-screen Smart TVs w/ cable, natural sunlight, screened porch w/ patio furniture & garden view, dining table, carpet & tile flooring
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar, automatic drip coffeemaker, cooking utensils, knife set, toaster
GENERAL: Linens & towels provided, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, suitable for children & elderly, en-suite bathroom, access only by stairs, pool toys, beach towels & chairs
PARKING: Complex (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
SOAK UP THE SUN: Private Complex Beach (walking distance), Longboat Key Beach (walking distance), Beer Can Island (3.3 miles), Coquina Beach (3.7 miles), Manatee Public Beach (7.5 miles), Lido Key Beach (8.9 miles), Bean Point Beach (11.1 miles), Siesta Key Beach (17.1 miles)
GOLF THE DAY AWAY: Longboat Key Golf Club (7.1 miles), Timber Creek Golf Course (10.2 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (11.4 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (11.6 miles), IMG Academy Golf Club (12.8 miles), The Highlands Golf Course (16.7 miles), River Run Golf Links (17.3 miles)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (7.5 miles), Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus (11.5 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (13.3 miles), Riverwalk (16 miles), Livingston's Amusement’s (19.5 miles), Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (66.6 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Joan M Durante Community Park (0.6 miles), The Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar (5 miles), St. Armands Circle (8.6 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (14.4 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (16.6 miles), St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (51 miles), Tampa International Airport (59.2 miles), Punta Gorda Airport (66.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
The unit is in a resort that is ideally located on the bay and the beach. Very clean but a bit dated. Would recommend to anyone not looking for modern accommodations. An easy walk to a few very good restaurants. Keep in mind there are no elevators, so staying on the second floor requires climbing stairs.
I highly recommend Longboat Key Resort. Quiet, freindly, clean and absolutely beautiful. Definitely returning next year
Great location on LBK. Well appointed condo with beach and bay access. Nice deck overlooking fountain and palm trees. Has all you need. We loved it.
Entrance door drags when opening and closing, AC filter was damaged, purchased a new filter. No extra set of keys provided, purchased a set of keys and left them after the stay. Refrigerator was very noisy when cycling. Furniture very unpleasant, smelt like a dog bed. Purchased fabric deodorizer to spray the furniture. Furniture really needs to be replaced or at the least professionally cleaned. On the day of arrival the general area appeared that the cleaning company had just finished, items pulled back from the wall where cleaning was performed and not returned back to a normal position. Kitchen, bathroom and vanity area acceptable.
We really enjoyed the location for this condo; a quick walk to the back of the property brings you to a nice dock overlooking the bay where you will see lots of fish. A short walk across the street and through the parking lot takes you to the gorgeous beach. Plenty of beach chairs and room to spread out on the beach. The condo itself is a bit dated, but this was not bothersome. It was clean and the bed sheets were cotton, a huge plus and difficult to get anymore! The interior space provides what is needed, however it would be nice if there was a bit left in the kitchen to make it easier for travelers. We found a bit of black pepper in a shaker, and a few take-out packets of salt; there are no other spices or such in the kitchen (we are used to stays that have truly fully stocked kitchens, including spices and other things that make it easier for travelers to simply shop for groceries, and not things they will have to leave behind). We left behind a new thing of plastic wrap that I hope someone else gets to use after us. We smelled that musty smell that others have complained about, and it seemed the culprit was a very dirty filter for the air conditioning. Rebecca had that changed within a few minutes of me alerting to her to it, and that relived that odor significantly. A cooler would be a great addition to the condo, as we had to use plastic bags to carry our things to the beach and as soon as you walk away, the crows would show up and start tearing into them. Travelers that are flying in as we did would be limited on brining all they need and these little things are so sweet to have at the ready. There was a beach umbrella there that we made great use of and were so appreciative of. All in all, a good place to stay that would be great with minimal touches.
We enjoyed our time on Longboat Key, and this property was ery comfortable. Just across the street from the private beach, it was nice that the beach chairs were right on the beach for our use. The screened-in porch was lovely. Also, it is the perfect location on the island. A distance from the high traffic area, yet within walking distance of shops and restaurants.
Great place, great stay!
A little dated - loud AC - but very comfortable place with nice porch
Nice
Nice condo as pictured. My wife and I felt it needed some updates.
First time on Longboat Key. Loved that it’s a narrow key and not trampled with properties. Private beaches are a definite plus. We stayed at Beach Castle Resort on bay side of road, which is 5 minute walk to beach. Beach Castle has units on Gulf side as well and you use their private beach. Major pluses for us were the chairs, umbrellas and cooler that were available. Pool was nice to de-salinize. The unit was a bit dated, but pleasant. We spent most time on beach, walks and dining out. Laid back area vibe was what we needed to unwind. We will be back!!!!
Dealing with the property manager on site was quite easy. She was very responsive and gave clear directions. The unit itself was left well-cleaned, but it is in need of an updating. It looks like nothing has been redone (not the kitchen, not the flooring, not the bathroom, not the windows — which were hard to open) since the unit was built in the 1970s. There was a pretty strong smell of, I think, mildew. And the box spring cover on the bed was stained (perhaps from the damp). With a bit of an investment, the place would be terrific, as the complex is pleasant and quiet, the unit is nicely laid out, and the location is unbeatable.
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