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Beach Castle Resort #24 by RVA

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Beach nearby
Aerial view
Beach nearby
A heated pool
Flat-screen TV, DVD player, stereo, offices

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Longboat Key Beaches
    11 min walk
  • Cannons Marina
    2 min drive
  • Lazy Lobster
    4 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    26 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beach Castle Resort #24 by RVA

Compliments of RVA, Beach Castle Resort expands from the bayside of Longboat Key to the Gulf – providing a place to launch your kayak and cast a line, a chance to spot exotic birds that stop here for our mild temperatures and to view a picture-perfect sunset over the Gulf of Mexico -- all courtesy of Mother Nature.



The grounds here are impeccable – from the well-manicured vegetation to the vast palm trees that dot this serene Longboat Key location. The buildings at Beach Castle are the color of sunshine and are accented by Bahama shutters and railings that resemble palm trees. Each unit is individually owned, which means no unit is alike and provides a unique vacation experience to our guests. However, all units provide a full kitchen, living room and private lanais – never compromising the comforts of home.



This secluded hideaway exudes a classic charm that, as vacationers, we yearn for. 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.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #24 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 and pickleball courts (after 1 p.m. daily and subject to availability), community bicycles, fishing pier and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



Accommodations: Beach Castle Resort is a quiet, 21-unit condominium resort midway on the exclusive island of Longboat Key with a variety of views including Gulf front, Bay front, pool and garden views.



Unit #24 Features: One-bedroom, one-bathroom unit on the bay side boasts amazing bay views, new furnishings and beach-style decorations. The unit has recently been updated to include new furnishings in the living room and bedroom (along with a new king-sized mattress) and new appliances in the kitchen. Enjoy many modern amenities while relaxing in paradise including wireless Internet access, keyless entry and flat-screen TV's. Spacious and cozy, Unit #24 has all the ingredients for your romantic or family excursion!



View: Bay View



Bedding: 1 King, Full-size Sleeper Sofa



Parking: All guests have use of 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), Cable TV, 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. Any essentials required after the initial provided, such as toilet paper, dish soap, etc. is the responsibility of the guest.
During your stay at this condo building, you'll be within walking distance of Longboat Key Beaches. Features include a spa tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and lanai
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 13 minutes by car from Lido Beach and 14 minutes from St. Armands Circle
This condo offers its guests a spa tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. 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

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
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

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

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

7538-172952

Beach Castle Resort #24 by RVA Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Longboat Experience
Cozy quarters Nicely decorated Very Quiet Beautiful view of the bay Fantastic pool along with access to pool accessories. Easy walk to ocean across the street. Plenty of chairs at beach area.. Amazing sunsets. Parking was great along with free access of laundry facilities. Manager was accessible and accommodating. Overall a lovely and relaxing stay along with great restaurants in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach/bay getaway
This was the perfect location for a short trip to Long Boat Key. It was close to Harry’s Kitchens, one of our favorite restaurants and deli. The condo was very comfortable and met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doni M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Resting, photography and beautiful sunrises and sunsets
Absolutely wonderful … I have a photograph I wanted to add.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Responsive to maintenance requests
Property manager changed outdoor lightbulb within minutes of being told about it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Castle
We love longboat key and there are so many wonderful places to stay. The beach castle was no different. Clean, beautiful bay view, and close to everything you could possibly want on longboat key.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Keith B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Longboat
Lousy service, dirty, no amenities on check-in. On site manager did not tend to needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice back patio, happy about the check in call prior to arrival and it was easy to check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
It was just as advertised...great bay view and a very short walk to the gulf side!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice
enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shalini R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Amazing sunrise and sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Comfortable, clean and spacious. Thanks for a great lace to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Quiet Getaway
Our trip was a quick little vacation and Beach Castle was a nice and quiet getaway. We loved the private beach and the fact that there were plenty of beach chairs for our use but unfortunately, there were not enough umbrellas. We noticed someone in a past review mentioned mold in the condo but no one had mentioned smelling mold since that time. When we first got to the condo you were hit with a smell of mold at the front door but as you moved to the bedroom, the smell went away. We could only smell the mold in the front entrance and the living room/kitchen area. The longer you stayed in the unit, the less you could smell it. The unit is cleaned by Merry Maid’s but RVA should probably watch them closer, we noticed tags (from a garment purchased) from a previous guest under the bed. It would have been also nice to have more beach towels, we were given 2 beach towels but had 4 people in our party. We were also given no washcloths. All in all, we enjoyed our stay and would like to stay at Beach Castle again but in a different unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H. O.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a well-maintained property with a tropical vibe.
The unit was tidy and clean equipped with all the necessary appliances and utensils needed whether for a long weekend or months-long visit. Property has both bay and beach access to beautiful white sand of the Gulf of Mexico.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Noreen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway
This was a quick getaway! The property was nice, clean and as advertised. I did try calling and left messages prior to our arrival to see about an early check in but no one ever called me back. As it turned out we had a longer than usual wait for a car rental, got lunch and then went food shopping so the 4:00 check in worked out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great view of the bay and short walk to the beach.
Would definitely stay there again !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T., Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Condo
Perfect for a couple. 14 steps up from dedicated parking spot very near Unit 24. Quiet area. Very clean. Beautiful Bay view. Kitchen small but complete with full size appliances. Comfortable & beautifully decorated. Pictures are accurate. 6 minute walk to Gulf beach across highway with free lounge chairs set up & free umbrellas to borrow. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

4/10 Poor

connie w.

Beach Castle Resort
We rent on Longboat Key every year to be able to relax at the beach. We have a vacation house in Bradenton, and reside in Wisconsin. My sister, her daughter, my son, and I rented the 2 adult/2 children condo for three nights. We had two vehicles, mine and my sister’s. One of the vehicles needed to be parked 1/4 mile away, as there is only one parking space without room for guest parking at the Condo. My nephew came to visit for a few hours, and didn’t understand the parking directions. He parked in an empty spot next to my vehicle. I received a text stating that if the vehicle wasn’t moved within 2 hours, a “boot” would be applied or the vehicle would be towed. We ended up renting bikes to get to our vehicles, which was fun, but still a huge hassle to park that far away. The king bed was good but the pull out was horrible. The mattress was about 2 inches thick. Everything in the condo was old or very cheap. We were given 4 towels for the stay. Which ended up being ok because we only stayed one night. The beach was across the street and was beautiful, as Longboat Key beach always is. The balcony was nice but again, very cheap furniture. We won’t return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019