Oceanfront 1BR – Silver Sands #257 by RVA

I liked the tranquility and privacy of the beach But the path to the beach should be cleaner, lots of weeds

Location, location, location! Perfect sized complex (2 stories but no elevator), great pool, steps from the beach that is equipped with beach chairs. Parking was easy and never an issue. Units come with multiple beach towels so we didn’t have to pack them. Carts available to help load and unload. Our unit was OK. Size is fine for 2 people. Appreciated the updated appliances but the bathroom really needs to be updated as there is some mold on the tiles. We did see a large but dead cockroach a few days in by the bathroom. It would have been nice to have a luggage rack in a closet. The bed was pretty firm but not bad if you’re used to that. The couch was pretty comfy and long. We didn’t mind having a shared door to the unit next to us, which stayed locked, but it is not sound proof AT ALL. We heard every cough, conversation, phone noise, etc the entire time which kept us awake at times. Not ideal. The screened in porch overlooking the pool and partial ocean view was great as I worked remote from there for two days. Wifi worked well in room. The pool is big, goes to 8.5ft deep and is heated which was really nice. Overall the grounds were never really crowded. Definitely an older crowd. Lots of great restaurants in both directions. So many shells on the beach plus soft white powdery sand. Really enjoyed being close to Lido Key, Bradenton and Anna Maria. We will be back and try another unit with 2 bedrooms.

This was a good little condo. The access to the pool and beach was fantastic. The pool is nothing fancy, but good for my kids because it was never too busy. The fridge had rust on the side but was clean inside. We enjoyed this spot!

First time vacationing to Longboat Key area. Very very happy we did! Great food, great bars/restaurants! Check out Guppy’s when you stay here!We stayed here in February of 2025 and the Red Tide situation was happening unfortunately. If you don’t know what that is, Google it. It could wreck a trip. But at Silver Sands, everything was fine! Beautiful pool and pool area with plenty of seating, tables, and umbrellas if needed. The beach area was very nice as well, and very close to the pool area and housing units. Plenty of chairs out by the beach as well! All in all the property itself was very well maintained and clean. Our unit was as advertised. Clean, well stocked with everything we needed. Comfy bed. And nice lanai overlooking the pool area. Few things to note:- Coffee pot is a Keurig so bring pods. - This unit is on the Second floor and there’s no elevator. - This unit had adjoining doors to the next door unit. Normally not a big deal but we could hear everything on the other side of the doors in the next door unit. And I’m sure they could hear us too. And by the way, the doors are in the master bedroom. - Televisions in the living area and bedroom. We never tried the tv in the bedroom but the one in the living area could use replacing. Picture and audio were fine. But there was that annoying green thin line from top to bottom across the screen telling you it’s about to die. This was a nice place for us. We would come back. Guppy’s, Sips, St Armand’s Circle,LoKey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved everything about our unit. It was comfortable, clean, close walk to pool and beach. I will have to say it was probably the cleanest property I’ve ever rented!! Our stay was just too short.

Already had submitted my review but to summarize the AC unit stopped cooling the night before we were checking out and the sofa bed needs replacing. It's in very bad shape and impossible to sleep in.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed a couple days for our anniversary. We loved the condo and the front desk lady was amazing ! Our only suggestions are updating the sofa and putting a mattress topper on the very hard bed. Thanks for a great getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good

Water was beautiful aqua color and beach and condo very nice. Sunsets were awesome !! Staff was great with any help needed.

Super low key quiet place. Beach was beautiful and not crowded and goes for miles. The pool was warm and plenty of lounge chairs. Accommodations were clean and comfortable. The staff was very accommodating We will be back!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Look forward to returning.