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Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View

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Room
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, Florida
  • Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View

Experience spectacular views from this beautifully appointed and well-located Gulf View (Close to Gulf Front) unit! Now is a great time to come on down to the beach for a relaxing visit in a spacious self-contained condominium (independent HVAC system) that makes it easy to maintain social distancing and stay safe.
This pristine unit has a fully updated kitchen, baths and furniture. The sunlit kitchen features white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and is fully stocked. The dining area and balcony have direct gulf views and are wonderful places to enjoy Longboat Key’s world-famous sunsets. The unit sleeps 6 with a king bed in the master suite, twin beds in the guest bedroom, and pull-out sofabed. There is also an exceptionally large and comfortable daybed in the den area perfect for curling up with a book or using as a twin bed. For your entertainment, televisions are located in the living room area and both bedrooms. To provide a truly turnkey experience, the unit also contains collections of books, games, movies, pool and beach toys, a portable crib, high chair, beach cooler and beach towels.
Your complete comfort and satisfaction is important to us, so we make sure our unit is continually updated. Recent 2023 additions include new living area flooring and furniture and fresh new décor.
The complex features a heated pool, shuffleboard court, full tennis court and an immaculate private, white sandy beach. Other free guest amenities include a common laundry facility located next to the main office, outdoor barbeque grills, a picnic area overlooking the Gulf and plentiful chaise lounges on the beach.
This property is ideally located mid-key, close to a myriad of shops, restaurants, activities and museums. We are just a few miles from Mote Marine, St. Armand’s Circle, and the popular Bridge Street area on Anna Maria Island. Boat and bike rentals, kayak tours, parasailing, golf, fishing and so much more are all nearby. For meals, you can pick up groceries at Publix or gourmet takeout at Harry’s, both of which are just down the street. Or dine out at a wide array of restaurants right on the Key, including a beach bar and fine dining right next door at the Zota Beach Resort. Many casual restaurants are in the area, or you can opt for world class dining at the new Shore or Mar Vista restaurants on the north end of the island.
We look forward to welcoming you to our family, and hope you will enjoy the quaint and quiet family atmosphere of our boutique resort, which our guests tell us they prefer over the impersonal nature of a hotel. We hope you will return year after year and continue to make magical LBK

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or LECOM Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Longboat Key, Florida

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Jewfish Key - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit #205 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf View located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Longboat Key Beaches and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Unit 205

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dishwasher broke. Handyman told my daughter to simply rinse dishes and put in the sink. I suspect the owner is slow to upgrade ... TV was smallest I've seen in a long time even though they're inexpensive these days. Next year we'll be asking your advice on switching to a unit better equipped.
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6/10 Okay

Unit 205

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dishwasher broke. Handyman told my daughter to simply rinse dishes and put in the sink. I suspect the owner is slow to upgrade ... TV was smallest I've seen in a long time even though they're inexpensive these days. Next year we'll be asking your advice on switching to a unit better equipped.
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa .

205

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: Sand Cay is amazing... the grounds, pool, staff, location and beach are perfect. I won't stay at unit 205 ever again. Needs carpet replaced badly, updates and even has a cracked window. Moldy shower curtains..gross, great beach view, This unit has way more potential.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Beautiful stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: So very clean and nicely decorated
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

View and location can’t be beat.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed condo with picture window view of the Gulf. Minor problem with toilet in hall bath, mentioned to the office staff and it was fixed by the time we returned from the beach. Would definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

4th year and counting

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love the location, and the proximity to the beach and the community park, and everything we needed was there at the resort or in the unit. Loved grilling after sunset while looking at the ocean. People and families were nice and cordial the entire time, and the front office is always available if you need anything. It is close to everything, without being in the midst of everything. We love it here and can't wait to book another week soon. Thank you for maintaining a great and affordable place for friends and families to experience the best the gulf side of Florida has to offer.
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10/10 Excellent

James M.

February 2024

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: Sand Cay resort is very accommodating and beautiful. Everything is well maintained and kept in good order. Sitting on the Gulf of Mexico with the beautiful water and soft sand. The living area was nicely furnished and well equipped. Our only concern is traffic, at certain times of the day you cannot get off the island, either north or south.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Winston Salem, NC

My favorite vacation spot!

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: My family has been going to Sandcay for over 20 years, its usually a big group of us and we always have the best time. Some of my best childhood memories have been made here, so to bring my own children back over the years has been really special. This condo has a great gulf and garden view, its close enough to the beach that the kids can come and go if they need to run to the apartment for a snack or something they forgot. Overall the rental is in good shape. It had more than enough sleeping space, my 4 kids, baby, husband and I had satisfactory sleeping space. They even had a playpen for baby to sleep in and a high chair which was so helpful. The only complaint I have about the unit, and it wasn't something I openly complained about and just dealt with, were the bathroom curtains. There was no way to keep them up, they fell in both bathrooms and any attempt to keep them up, once the shower was on, the humidity (even with the fan on) would make them slide right down. I'm sure if I had made the owners aware of this, they would have done something about it. Hopefully they can take care of this for future guests. I always take my own kitchen knife and a big pot since we are a big family and cook daily while there, but the rental unit has mostly everything you'd need. It did have a shortage of some cutlery, forks was it? I loved this unit and would definitely return and would absolutely recommend it! I can't wait to go back!
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2/10 Terrible

Susie H.

Old and outdated

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our condo was old and outdated! We were on a family vacation with 2 other couples and their rooms were beautiful..we stayed 7 days in 205 and it needs updating So bad! The carpet needs took up bc its nasty with stains and old smelling! I'm just stopping on that bc I could go on and on..I won't ever stay in 205 again Unless I get a invite saying it was updated
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6/10 Okay

Robert B., NYC

Condo unit 205 is subpar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The complex itself is very nice and kept very well. However, unit 205 is in need of some serious upgrade and attention to keeping things in working order. In addition, the dishwasher is a joke with the upper rack holding only a few glasses. More glasses should also be provided. Rugs were dirty. Couch was stained. Finally, use of the balcony was limited as the table and chairs were of normal height and as a result you couldn't see anything over the balconies walls.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B., Maple Grove, MN USA

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

Great property

My family thoroughly enjoyed our time at your condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime A.

Awsome place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 had a great time
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10/10 Excellent

Allison M., St Augustine Fl

Wonderful place

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 keep coming back to Sand Cay because we love it there. Beautiful beach, comfortable living space, friendly people. Would highly recommend.

2/10 Terrible

Josephine A., Miami Fl

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Terrible experience had to leave a day early roach infestation

Very disappointed! False advertising for a very expensive unit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Cory D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quaint resort

Pros- Grounds of resort beautiful, staff great and welcoming. Sufficient beach chairs, umbrellas Condo- good space, location within the resort great with good view. A lot of beach toys there though there were dirty surgical masks in the bucket from previous renters. Beds comfortable though all headboards loose CONS Condo very outdated; carpet old and didn't feel clean Would not say there is a well stocked kitchen- there were literally 2 steak knives that hardly functioned as a steak knife. I am used to staying in places were things have passed down from previous renters- storage containers, spices, aluminum foil/plastic wrap etc- there wasn't any of that. There were dish sponges in there that were not new clearly. I was also a little disappointed that given pandemic, there is an actual sign that says things have not been sanitized. All in all- we loved our stay. For easter they had an easter hunt and water slides for the kids which was great. We would definitely return to the resort but opt for a different unit next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

Joan M.

ok

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: middle of roaddeck chairs too small, place was pretty worn
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

#205 January 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my annual second stay in unit 205. Even though the weather was cool my visit was very nice, very relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

kitty h.

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

Beautiful

everything went excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Joaquin N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, dirty carpets.

Great location, good views. Unit 205 was not very clean. Dirty and stained carpets. Could use a bit of updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Angela H.

Beautiful View!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay in unit 205. The view from the dining room is beautiful. The pool was fun and the staff was friendly. There are several nice shops and restaurants nearby as well as the Mote aquarium. I liked that the resort has lounge chairs already on the beach and free laundry facilities. We would love to visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great family time

Awesome get a way for our family of 6. Husband, Wife, 3 - 10 year olds and a 14 year old.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Harriet L.

Great Beach Vacation

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: Had a wonderful experience at Sand Cay. The location is excellent and the staff on site was very accommodating and helpful. The property was very clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend to my friends.

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER R.

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

Great time

We had an amazing time and created such good memories! The staff is so nice and always willing to give ideas of things to do. Great family place. Only thing about this condo is the carpet. It’s a light colored carpet and does show the previous memories in the place. Great view and love the option of being able to eat outside. The key for us was the ability to cook when needed. We loved the pool and the beach. We will be back again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maida M.

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

Great location

Very nice view from the dinning room, great space for a family, great location to good restaurants and private beach is definitely a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

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