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Walk to Beach/Bay, 1st Floor, Beach Castle #23

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

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Longboat Key, Florida
  • Jewfish Key
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to Beach/Bay, 1st Floor, Beach Castle #23

Relax in this privately owned and “coastal themed” ground floor condo that sleeps 4 with bay views from the privacy of your screened lanai, the living room and bedroom! The one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo includes a full-size kitchen with granite counters, fully equipped kitchen w/ice maker, both Keurig and drip coffee makers, cookware, dishes and utensils, a Serta Sleeptrue king mattress, an upgraded memory foam queen mattress on sleeper sofa, new lighting and furnishings. For entertainment - games and books are also provided, as well as smart TVs with ROKU and cable, complimentary WIFI – never compromising the comforts of home. Complimentary laundry facilities, beach chairs/umbrellas, linens/beach towels, cooler for the beach, parking and a fabulous pool and hot tub are all included.



Beach Castle community is located on one of the narrowest points on Longboat Key and spans from the Bay Side to the Gulf Side. All within walking distance to relax on the dock to read a book, cast a fishing line and watch the sunrise or you may even see the Manatees, or enjoy the Gulf side beach for shell collecting, relaxing and catch the sunset. We provide a bayside fishing dock, BBQ picnic areas, and access to pickleball courts at Longboat landings next door, but most importantly direct and private access to our beautiful Gulf of Mexico waters. Longboat Key’s beaches are the perfect place to collect shells, relax in the warm water or view a picture-perfect sunset.



This secluded hideaway exudes a classic charm that, as vacationers, we yearn for. The grounds are impeccable with lush landscaping, buildings the color of sunshine and accented by Bahama shutters and railings that resemble palm trees. A place to get away from it all, relish in the Florida sunshine and reconnect with family and friends; all this while enjoying white-sand beaches, privacy and most importantly, vacation memories that last a lifetime.



Located a short distance from nearby attractions, our community is within walking distance to Centre Shops which includes three restaurants and an ice cream shop.



Whatever your vacation desire – Beach Castle will be a location you will want to return to year-after-year.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #23 will have the option of temporary membership privileges at Cedars Tennis Resort located at 645 Cedars Court on Longboat Key. The limited temporary membership allows the guest access to fully-lit Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball courts, community bicycles, fishing pier and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



Walk to Beach: 3-4 min walk. Complimentary Chairs & Umbrellas Provided



Walk to Bay: Shared Dock and Fishing Pier



View: Bay Front View



Bedding: 1 King Bed in Bedroom, Sleeper Sofa



Parking: All guests have use of one (1) assigned parking spot during their stay. Additional spots are available at a nearby community on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly ask guests to plan accordingly.



Pets: Pets are not permitted on Beach Castle property.



Resort Features: Full-size Kitchen, Spacious Floorplans, Heated Community Pool, Community Hot Tub, Grills, On-site Office, Private Lanais, Complimentary Laundry Facilities, Shared Boat Docks (available on a first-come, first-served basis, a 26' boat limit, and guest is responsible to find off-site parking for boat trailer), Smart TV's with Cable, Wireless Internet, Complimentary Guest Parking, Private Beach Access, Complimentary Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas



Please Note: Beach Castle is a self service resort; we do not provide daily housekeeping services. For your convenience, an amenity “Starter Kit” is provided to assist you upon your arrival.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this condo's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Longboat Key Beaches. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. The condo includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and lanai
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by car from Lido Beach and 14 minutes from St. Armands Circle
This condo offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Longboat Key condo is smoke free.

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

7538-172951

Walk to Beach/Bay, 1st Floor, Beach Castle #23 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bertrand D., Philadelphia, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely, well-maintained unit in a great locaton
This was our 2nd stay in Longboat Key and this place exceeded our expectations. The unit is in great shape and has everything we could possibly need. Attenton to details is obvious. The location is great; a few yards away from the ocean; breathtaking sunrises! We will look for this place again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara S., Carmel, Indiana, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location - beach & bay
We loved the location of this property - less than 5 min walk to semi-private beach, bay dock 2 min. walk, restaurant and ice cream shop 1 block away! Condo was clean, well furnished, and stocked with dishes, beach towels, a few beach toys, cooler, even an extra beach bag. Pool was clean and never busy (though water temp was hot in July). Beach was clean, lounge chairs and umbrellas always available, and ocean calm for floating some days and small waves for boogie boarding other days. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous vacation
Amazing family vacation and loved the location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach feel
The property was well maintained and accurately represented by the photos. Nice location with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Condo in a Peaceful Location
The Beach Castle resort in general has that “old Florida” feel. It brought me back to me childhood vacationing in Florida. Beautiful landscape, lovely pool and great access to a very quiet beach. Our unit was newly updated with tasteful beach decor and with every necessity you could think of for a comfortable beach vacation. Comfortable bed, well appointed kitchen, peaceful screened in patio overlooking the bay, a cooler/beach bags/beach towels/sandy toys for the beach. We would love to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Castle Resort
The unit was very well equipped with everything we needed. We had a beautiful view of the bay. The bed was comfortable and we enjoyed the gulf beach. Next time we are in Florida we would like to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
great rental
condo was everything we wanted. well appointed, walk to beach and a water view. very clean and convenient to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Z., Mechanicsburg, PA, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, well-maintained, in a great location.
This condo is beautifully appointed with all the comforts of home. It is clean and close to many great restaurants, a grocery store and short walk to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., Longmeadow MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly What We Wanted
We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was exactly as described with beautiful views of the bay from the screened patio and a short walk to the beach. Having beach chairs and umbrellas available was great. The property and the condo were very clean and well furnished.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Our experience at this property couldn’t have been better. This space truly felt like home and we are so grateful to have had the opportunity to enjoy all that this unit had to offer. It was tucked away from the chaos of spring breakers perfectly. Close enough to everything, but also far enough away. The unit had everything we needed and more. The lanai was the perfect place to begin and end each day, and the sunsets at the private beach truly can’t be beat. We would visit again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M., LENEXA, KS USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful LBK Stay
Had a fabulous time celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary! This condo was perfect for a couple- cute, clean. Wonderful bay view, we enjoyed sunrises and dolphins on the bay side and gorgeous sunsets and beach walks in the gulf side. This property was perfect, excellent hot tub and pool amenities, super clean! This condo was perfectly appointed, fabulous kitchen with everything you could think of for cooking in - the grills outside a plus too. We were also thankful for the complimentary laundry facilities. We have been coming to Longboat for many years and had never stayed at this property before and we loved it so much we’ve already booked for next year. Thanks to the owners for sharing their wonderful beach condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
CONDO had everything!
Loved the location, the guest privileges at The Cedars Tennis courts, & all the special added touches in our unit! We loved being to just walk across the street to beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

April D., Athens GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and quaint beach condo
The grounds were pretty. The kitchen was well stocked. The bed was comfortable. Lovely view of the bay. Enjoyed the tennis and biking amenities. Great restaurants near condos.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
super clean with plenty to do walking distance. minutes to the beach across the street with amazing bay water views. can't go wrong
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
My family had a great time. Very clean. Nice property and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in Longboat Key
Just what we needed, visiting parents just down the road. Ideal during the pandemic 😷
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen & Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Condo
This was a cozy 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom condo with a great bay view from the living room and bedroom. Steps away from a small fishing dock (must bring your own fishing gear) and about a 100 to 150 yards to Longboat Key Beach. Resort offers lounge chairs and umbrellas for use on the beach. They also have a great pool and hot tub area with nice clean restrooms. The unit didn’t have its own washer and dryer; however, they do have complimentary washer and dryers a short walk from the condo. Great stay and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura Davida P.

Beautiful view
We enjoyed our little getaway. The view from the porch and bedroom is spectacular. Lovely beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Steven L., Western Pennsylvania, USA

Fair value - a bit dated
Generally satisfied / woulf have preferred a W/d in unit but the shared sufficed. Nice beach - efficient check in
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Collins W.

So good, "I'll be back"
Just what I was looking for, serious R&R, romantic get-a-way-- it truly was a home away from home. The condo was beautifully decorated and the kitchen was fully stocked. Most importantly the bayside views were gorgeous! A few steps away and you could watch the sunset come up on the bay or simply sit outside on the patio with coffee. The ocean was a 2-minute walk across the street -- quicker than traversing a highrise hotel resort building. The pool and jacuzzi very well maintained. Beautifully landscaped. You can opt to stay on the island or take a 5-minute drive to all the Sarasota sites. Go sailing with Catherine -- a must do! Worth every penny!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Liz K.

Very relaxing stay at the beach
I stayed here with my husband for 2 nights and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The apartment is modern, clean and comfortable, it is situated on the bay side where there is a dock with a bench where you can sit and enjoy the sunrise. There is also a pool and jacuzzi on the bayside and access to a private beach is a short walk across to the beachside. Umbrellas and loungers and towels are provided making it a very easy beach visit. Restaurants, bars and shops are all within walking distance as is Durante Park which provides an opportunity for a walk in the shady paths through mangrove forest. All in all the location and apartment were great and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016