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1st Floor Home Away from Home - Steps to Beach - Pool

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View from lanai
View through condo from entrance
Dining, living and through to lanai
Living area
Living area through to dining in lanai

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Jewfish Key
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cortez Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

1st Floor Home Away from Home - Steps to Beach - Pool

A very warm welcome to your beautiful, home away from home on this Island Paradise!

This gorgeous location is truly one of the most relaxing places on the planet, and we know that you are just going to love it!

With views of the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico from the living areas, Master Bedroom and Lanai of our fabulous first floor apartment, you can walk straight out onto the lawn and be on the beach or at the pool in moments!

Furnished in Beach Cottage style, the main living area has an L-shaped sofa which will convert to a Queen size bed. There is a beautiful dining suite in the eating area.

Master suite has a full king size bed and bathroom, and slider to the lanai area, large walk in closet, and television.

Guest suite has twin beds, Bathroom, and plenty of drawer space.

Den area with telephone and wireless internet available on request.

Fully equipped kitchen, with plenty of home ware including utensils, pots and pans, glasses, dishes and cups.

Lanai has it's own dining table and chairs if you feel like eating 'al fresco'

It's a delight to sit and watch the sunset from our beautiful beach, and then watch the dolphins bask in the fading light...


Keywords: Condominium

Property manager

Mick & Suzanne Gallagher

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number RRR-00685.2023

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Stardust Event Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Jewfish Key - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coquina Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Coquina Baywalk - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 1st Floor Home Away from Home - Steps to Beach - Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 1st Floor Home Away from Home - Steps to Beach - Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is 1st Floor Home Away from Home - Steps to Beach - Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Coquina Beach. Bradenton Beach and Jewfish Key are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT LOCATION

The villa had a lovely beach themed decor which was well equiped and had a lovely pool and ocean view. We would consider a return trip anytime.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerzy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

We are very pleased, we would like to visit this place again
Stayed 30 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Had a wonderful stay in the longbeach condominiums. Perfect location, beautiful beach, gorgeous sunsets. Loved having the screened in lanaui with a view of the beach. Beach was very private. Some great restaurants within walking distance and easy drive to many others. Will definitely return!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot!

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The beach is beautiful! The unit is very comfortable and we loved spending time on the screened lanai. The pool is also great and the grounds are very well cared for. It was very quiet and serene. LongBeach has many great restaurants and beaches. Sunsets from the beach are spectacular. Owner was very easy to communicate with and very accomodating.. Altogether a beautiful spot and we hope to return sometime!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

RALPH P., Tucker

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Two Weeks!

We just returned home from a great two weeks stay in this condo. Everything was as advertised. We had a wonderful time. Susanne was a joy to work with and made sure our stay was perfect. It was great to be able to see the ocean from the condo and a short walk accross the yard to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great time at Suzanne’s condo. Very good value for the location and amenities. View of the ocean and the pool from the lanai. The condo is right next to AMI and a short drive to St Armands.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT RELAXATION

It was wonderful to relax on Longboat Key...the accomodations were perfect, so close to the beach. Coffee on the screen porch every morning, looking out to the Gulf of Mexico was the perfect antidote to all the recent anxiety about the virus. Also, the owners were wonderful to work with...will definitely be planning a return stay. C Gilmore

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Beautiful view of the gulf from the condo; great location.. Lots to do, based on your interests. Very comfortable place to stay; clean/neat, well stocked. Owners very responsive and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

This is a wonderful property in a great location. It was quiet and the beach was spectacular.
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This condo was the best choice I could have ever made!!!!

When I was first looking for a place to rent for our two week vacation I was looking for somewhere in the center of Holmes so we would be in walking distance to the shops, dining, and public beaches. Little did I know until arriving that this condo would be the best decision I could have made. To start off, the condo was absolutely beautiful. It is very light and airy and very spacious. Everything you could possibly need was available for us. The condo's back enclosed lanai is facing the pool and beach and you can see the ocean from the living room and porch. The pool is just steps away and the private beach is just past the pool. I cannot tell you how wonderful it was to be able to wake up early, walk out to the beach with my coffee and enjoy the peace and quiet almost every morning by myself. I was even blessed enough to see a dolphin one morning. The quiet was something I didn't realize would be so wonderful inside and outside of this condo. The pool was almost always just us and the beach was never ever crowded. We went to Coquina beach once and the kids enjoyed our quiet beach so much more so we stuck to ours every single day. While on our visit we walked down the beach to BeerCan Island and watched dolphins swim multiple evenings, we stood on our private Piers and seen Manetees, and my girls even got to see a shark while parasailing. We went to three different ice cream shop's and found that Holy Cow (by walgreens next to Manatee Ave) was literally the best ice cream we've ever had. Alvin's shop had so many great choices for tourist items and awesome prices. Everything that I originally thought I wanted to be able to walk to was only a few minutes drive away. We also walked all the way down the beach (to the left) many times and found so many sand dollars and awesome seashells. The further down you walk the bigger and better the shells get. I literally could not have had a better vacation, couldn't have asked for a better home to stay in or location, and was so happy with the plesentness and hospitality of the owners. I could write a novel about everything but I'm running out of space. Thanks again many times over to Suzanne and her husband for allowing us the pleasure of staying in their beautiful home. I hope to come back and visit again soon. Sincerely, April
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

relaxation

We really enjoyed out visit. The condo was great as was the entire campus of the condos. Will for sure come back
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marj O.

Well-appointed condo on Longboat Key

We stayed at Longbeach for a month. The location on Longboat Key conveniently close to restaurants and shopping, but still quiet. The beach is lovely, with lots for shell-seekers to discover. The property is nicely spread out. Our unit was on the ground floor, easy access to the pool and beach. The unit itself is clean and the owners have taken great care to decorate it in a light and airy way. Beds were comfortable, and the appliances worked well. We especially enjoyed the screened-in linai, where there is a charming bar set up. All in all, a terrific place to stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

HUGH O.

Like a litteral Home away from Home.

Just book it and enjoy. Very spacious, fully equipped kitchen, large bedrooms, 2 full baths screened in Lani partial view of the Gulf of Mexico. Lots of local restaurants and the best powder soft white sand beach out your back door.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Guy P., Lees Summit Mo USA

Wonderful place to stay it’s very quiet and relaxing.

My family stayed here for a two week vacation during June. The condo has everything you need. It is located in an area that is away from the typical beach tourist areas and gives you the feeling of being on your own private beach. However, anything you would want to do is a short drive away. We were able to visit the aquarium, shop, fish, eat great food and of course get some relaxing beach time. I highly recommend this condo.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Günter M.

Super Urlaubscondo

Sehr schöne und gut eingerichtete Ferienwohnungen. Sehr ruhige Lage, schöner Pool und man ist in wenigen Schritten am schönen Strand.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Olivia T.

Love Love Love this BEACH HOME

You will find this condo both comfortable and convenient. Located on the north end of Longboat Key you will have access just 150 steps to a private beach. During our stay we traveled to Mote Marine for a Kayaking with Ecotours and to St. Armand's Circle for shopping and dining. This LONGBEACH condo is also close to Anna Marie Island where you can find additional places to dine and shop. The condo is clean and well kept and the owners were helpful with the renting process. I would definitely recommend this condo to my relatives and friends. We, ourselves, hope to return for another vacation in this paradise!

About the host

Hosted by Mick & Suzanne Gallagher

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Suzanne and I were both born in London but now live by the coast in the South West of England. We NEED to be by the ocean whether in our everyday lives or on vacation. We both lead busy lives so we like our vacations to be relaxing but variable. Longboat Key fulfils all our needs...it is a little piece of heaven on Earth!

What makes this property unique

Just a short stroll over the beautifully manicured lawn and you are at the white, sandy, beach - sun beds provided! The pool is even closer! Three fabulous restaurants are within a 10 minute walk, all with full varied menu choices..or if it is just a cocktail you require after a busy day relaxing, they are more than happy to accommodate! Many more restaurants can be found along the Gulf of Mexico Drive and further dining and world class shopping can be experienced at St Armands Circle, just a short car or bus ride away. For those of you with a love of The Arts, a visit to Sarasota will provide Opera, the Van wezel Performing Arts Centre, The Ringling Museum and much more. Toward the South of the Island is Mote Marine where you can get a unique insight into the local sea and wild life.