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Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access!

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Longboat Key Vacation Rental | 1-Story Condo | 1BR | 1BA | 640 Sq Ft
Private Screened-In Porch | Step-Free Access
Community Amenities
Living Room | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Longboat Key, Florida
  • Jewfish Key
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access!

Pack your sunscreen when you embrace a coastal retreat at this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental condo located in the Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort. Boasting a fully equipped kitchen and nestled on the ground floor, this beach escape provides all of the essential comforts paired with convenience for a relaxing stay. Tee off at the green in the morning, stroll to the shore to enjoy the direct beach access, tour the Ringling Museum, and enjoy a sunset view from the private porch!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Community Heated Pool | Outdoor Dining | Smart TV w/ Cable

Perfect for solo beachgoers or a romantic seaside escape, this Longboat Key condo is the Gulf getaway you need to unplug, recharge, and embrace the Florida sunshine!

Bedroom: King Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Playground, mini-golf course, grilling area, private beach access, outdoor shower, coin laundry machines
MAIN FEATURES: Screened-in porch, outdoor dining, beach chairs/towels/umbrellas, pool toys, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, toaster oven, blender
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, A/C & central heat, hair dryer, trash bags & paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story condo
PARKING: Street parking (parking pass required)

-- THE LOCATION --

SUN + SAND: Private beach access (on-site), Beer Can Island (2.3 miles), Coquina Beach (2.8 miles), Cortez Beach (3.8 miles), Manatee Public Beach (6.6 miles), Lido Key Beach (9.9 miles), Bean Point Beach (10.2 miles), Bayfront Park (11.8 miles), Siesta Key Beach (18.7 miles)
GOLF: Longboat Key Golf Club (0.5 miles), Timber Creek Golf Course (9.2 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (10.0 miles), IMG Academy Golf Club (11.8 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (12.5 miles), Sara Bay Country Club (14.9 miles)
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Joan M Durante Community Park (0.5 miles), Leffis Key Preserve (2.9 miles), Sarasota Pier (7.4 miles), Perico Preserve (9.7 miles), Neal Preserve (10.1 miles), Robinson Preserve (13.4 miles), Myakka River State Park (30.1 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (8.4 miles), Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (12.2 miles), Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy (12.8 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (13.9 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (14.8 miles), The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (14.8 miles), Ca’ d’Zan (15.2 miles), Manatee Village Historical Park (15.9 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Clearwater (58.5 miles), Tampa (59.8 miles), Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (65.1 miles), Walt Disney World Resort (115 miles), Universal Studios (154 miles), Orlando (154 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (14.9 miles), St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (50.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- 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: This single-story condo offers step-free access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Beach 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 indicated that 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 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. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Longboat Key, Florida

What's nearby

  • Cannons Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jewfish Key - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Coquina Beach - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • IMG Academy - 21 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access! have a pool?

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

Is Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Getaway with Porch + Direct Beach Access! located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key and Coquina Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

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

Relaxing

My kids and I had a great time. The lanai overlooking the pool and beach was great. Perfect for families with kids so you don’t have to cart everything to the beach. You can go back and forth all day long. Easy access to Sarasota airport, close to Anna Maria and st Armonde circle!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Great location, pool and beach access

While not too fancy, we found this very comfortable and it is in a great location near Harry’s market and restaurant, the center shops and restaurants and within walking proximity to a bike rental. We had a hitch with the lock box and the TV, but these were quickly resolved and we recommend it. .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

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

Quiet, peaceful getaway

This was the perfect spot for a much needed recharge. We had everything we needed, pretty much had the beach to ourselves, and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madelynn

Amazing!

Booking was super easy! We even added dates to our stay after we booked and the process was simple/easy. Host was also amazing!

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Perfect Family vacation

We had an awesome time at Longboat Key. It’s our favorite place and this was a perfect location to the beach, and the shops at St. Armand’s Circle. We will def book again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

GREAT LOCATION & GREAT STAY

My husband and I stayed here to celebrate our anniversary and it was perfect!! The pool was right outside our back door and the private beach was just steps away. The condo was VERY clean, and the management staff was VERY responsive. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Donna B.

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

Longboat Key

Property has perfect beachfront location. Staff very good But each unit is separately owned and the whole interiors need updated everything. Bathrooms kitchens Decor nothing feels fresh. Owners need to do updates for the prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Vaca

Amazing location with a short walk to the pool and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

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

Headline goes here

Clean comfortable rooms. It's a small operation, so it's easy to get from your car to the room. It's not busy or loud. Pool and beach access are super easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect sisters getaway

My sister and I had a wonderful stay. The location was perfect, so close to the beach and pool. The communication was simple and quick with management. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Robert H.

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

LBK

Great beach access
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Always great at Silver Sands!

We are repeat visitors at this complex. Every unit we have stayed in has been great and the location is perfect! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

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

Beach heaven

The location was absolutely perfect right out the screened porch and pool there then down the walkway and beach access.Inside unit is dated needs bathroom remodeled and there needs to be bigger bed linen what was there didn't cover the bed.We had a good time though and definitely will be back.Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L., Ballwin

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

Comfortable Stay on the Beach

Our bed was comfortable, and the owner had everything we needed from coffee pot, to shampoos to chairs and umbrella for the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Walls are paper thin. Neighbors were noisy for two nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Fell in love

It was beautiful, the ocean was amazing. its not crowded.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica T.

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

Longboat in the spring

We love this area to vacation, and we have stayed at the same vacation resort 5 or 6 times. This was our first time with this particular owner-check in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

teresa t.

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

Perfect!

It was the perfect location. Beach chairs, umbrellas available. Super nice people were there at the same time. Many public beaches with a short drive too! Great restaurants both on the island and just across the bridge.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023
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6/10 Okay

James

Somewhat overpriced.

The pluses: 76 steps to the beach. Helpful office personnel. The minuses: Shower head needed replaced. Poor layout with entrance into bedroom. DVD remote didn't work (even after replacing batteries.) Would not return at the price being asked. (Comparing to other units on the island)

8/10 Good

Jim C.

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

Poor layout. Pricey. But very close to beach.

84 steps from unit front door to beach. Front door opens into bedroom; unavoidable. Shower head needed replaced. Poor supply of silverware and dishes; spend a little and buy some cheap so you don't need to run the dishwasher daily. Pricey compared to better units on the island.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
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4/10 Poor

Brigette

Beach access is great but....

We have stayed at this property location before but this was our first stay in this unit. Both stays left us with the same impression. These are older, dingy units. The setup is awkward because you have to enter through the bedroom, which would be tolerable if there were no other issues. Our son slept on the sofabed which was stained and very worn. The bathroom is very small, and outdated, and the shower has low water pressure. The whole place had a dirty and cringy feel. It did not feel relaxing at all. We gave this place a second chance because of its proximity to the beach. The beach is wonderful. We got to see manatees swimming and playing in the ocean. However, beach umbrellas are also worn out, rusted, or broken. Overall, the beach is no longer enough to get us to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Great!!!

So close to the beach. Condo was great. We will be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We spent 3 great nights at this condo. Loved the beach, and there were lounge chairs and umbrellas available to us free of charge. The area is so wonderful, great restaurants and wonderful shopping at St. Armand’s Circle. The condo was small, but clean and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Condo is very dated and worn out. Pull out couch mattress is flat and not useable. Had to request an air mattress. Bedding is old and not very attractive. Great location, proximity to beach is awesome -- condo needs some TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B., Where do you live?

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

Great location. Kids loved it

Loved being able to walk out the door and be on the beach or in the pool. Kids loved the mini golf! Well maintained property that provided umbrellas and chairs which was very convenient! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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English, French, German, Spanish