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Reviews of Spacious Updated Condo Just 2 Blocks to Siesta Key Beach


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aditi H.

Quick walk to Clean, Quiet Beach
Loved how close this was to the quieter segment of Siesta Key Beach. The unit is huge, could definitely fit 8 people and the kitchen and living space/patio would be great for those staying for longer than we did. The bathrooms are renovated and there are 2 of them, though they are a little tight. We stayed in a second floor unit so stairs are required to climb to enter the unit. Beach equipment was there, the best of which were the heavy duty carts. Additionally, there were umbrellas and chairs, noting that the umbrellas were small. I would recommend but with the reservation that the price of this unit did not quite match the level of comfort/luxury in this high end price range compared to other units or local hotels in adjacent areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Underhill, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for beaching it!
Clean and well stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds and cozy living room. Back deck is nice and we took advantage of the grill!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place
What an amazing property. Great location, awesome communication with management staff and the place was perfect for my friend and I. Loved it!!! PS - wonderful water pressure!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
As advertised. Walked to village for easy access to restaurants about 15 min. Great location near the beach only about 5 min walk. The stuff provided for beach was great (chairs cart umbrellas etc). Large communal area. Overall excellent stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful condo
It was even bigger than we expected and was spotless. FYI: in unit c the toaster doesn’t work right- only one side pops up. It would have been nice to open the bedroom windows at night instead of using AC. The weather was perfect for sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property poor customer care.
Nice location, clean and in good repair. Accommodations deserve four stars. However, I missed some important bit of information in one of the dozens of e-mails from the management company prior to my arrival. (They sent a lot of offers for golf cart rentals, charters, etc. etc etc.). Since I missed the essential info, I called the only number that I had on the day of my arrival. The individual I spoke with ridiculed me and hung up. When I wrote to the person I thought was in charge he said he was not responsible. One star for excessive promotional e-mails, rude customer service, and the excuses made by the management. Customer service matters— not the fourth time I call, but the first and every time. I would gladly provide documentation to support this review. I would not rent through this management company again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 26, 2024
We thank this guests for choosing this property and staying with us however as we explained when he did actually call the correct number and actually spoke to one of OUR guest services team members, This guest was not calling or contacting us initially, he was calling a random real estate agent who indeed had nothing to do with the property and the guest continued to contact this agent. Finally this guest decided to the call the number provided in our communications and posted on the digital guest portal in the unit and was able to talk to one of OUR guest services team members of which we have a recoded phone call of this guests berating our staff for something we have nothing to do with. Regarding the "excessive promotions" is 1 email with 5 to 6 personally curated activities for our guests to do while staying in the area. ONE EMAIL.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Loved the convenience to the beach. Great place to stay with a group!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tamara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
Great location. Plenty of space. Hosts were responsive. Plenty of beach gear.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siesta
The stay was great! We loved the house and it’s location . What would have been nice is to have some basic household items provided .. garbage bags, zip locks , napkins , paper towels and TP, and salt & pepper and olive oil Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2023
Thank you for choosing Sand Castle Suites on Siesta Key as your vacation accommodations. To clarify, although consumable items are not provided, the unit does indeed come with all of the items mentioned except for zip lock bags.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Fantastic!!
This rental is a 10 out of 10! Absolutely loved it!! So close to the beach with easy access in and out! Everything you need for the beach was provided (beach wagon, beach umbrellas, chairs, toys, even plenty of beach towels!!) and the rental is spacious and beautiful! Gas grill onsite for grilling, short walk to restaurants as well! We are already planning a return trip next year and plan to stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious
Very well supplied for ease of cooking and cleaning. Open spacious and very accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 day Siesta!
The condo was very nice, and had everything we needed. It was a short block to the best spot on the beach. The beds were comfortable, the showers were always hot with great water pressure and we were a 10 minute walk to the little village.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Vacation
Fantastic condo for a family w/3 kids. We cooked breakfast, walked a couple mins to the beach via beach access 11. Spent 2-3 hrs swimming and getting sun at the most beautiful beach I've ever been to, then walked back and ate lunch. Central location between north and south bridges to the island for branching out to explore during the afternoon and then take advantage of the area's restaurants before coming back to our new home away from home. Beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
We traveled for a three-person family vacation of only adults. The unit was clean with everything we needed provided. Location was great, easy walk to the beach and short drive to the village. Would definitely book this property again if we return to Siesta Key!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property
Very nice accommodations. Clean property. Liked the automated checkin & out
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paul B., Buffalo NY

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed out stay
The place was very nice, clean, and welcoming. Perfect location just across from SK Beach. The management was quick to get back with and questions or concerns. The only "complaint" would be the transparent blinds in the master bedroom. Light comes roaring through as soon as the sun comes up. It might be fine for some, but not for us. And as per the contract, bring all cleaning supplies, soaps, and garbage bags as the minimum is what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siesta Key
This was a great place to stay-very clean and within walking distance of the beach and the village.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amiee G., Greenville SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Siesta Key
Our first trip to Siesta Key and we loved everything about it. Property was clean, comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo- great location
When I first walked in the door, my first impression was it was better than it looked in the pictures. Beautiful condo in a great location. Very comfortable and well maintained. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Siesta Key
This property was absolutely gorgeous, and included everything we needed for a perfect beach vacation. The location was perfect, and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Mike r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair to Good
No Ice maker No deck furniture cabinet door under island about to fall off no functional can goods opener other then that pretty descent place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 21, 2022
Thank you for staying and appreciate the feedback. There is indeed an ice maker in the freezer drawer. The patio furniture for this upstairs unit is on the back patio which is comprised of a 6 person patio dining set and two lounge chairs. For any issues our team is just a minute down the road and could have brought a new can opener within minutes.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property, Easily Beach Walkable
We LOVED this fully stocked, easy beach access property. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house was very clean. We only had one car but parking got tricky while cleaners were there for another property - we were able to park behind them until they were ready to leave (and while we were unloading) and we just switched spots. Beach access is a 4 minute walk (with gear and kids in tow), and Siesta Key main street is easily accessible via walking, bike, or vehicle. We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Weekend
Place was super cute and clean. Mattresses were amazing!! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reinaldo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, close to the beach
Clean, equipped. I tried to extend for one more day, and there was no answer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 8, 2022
Thank you for staying at Sand Castle Suites on Siesta Key. Sorry you missed our response through VRBO messaging platform where you sent your request which was unable to be fulfilled as the request came in at 8:13AM on the day of your check-out due at 10am. We can however extend stays with proper notice subject to availability.

10/10 Excellent

Sami B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This was a quick retirement getaway gift for a friend to relax for a few days. It was perfect. The unit was very clean and well maintained with plenty of room to relax. It was only a short walk to the beach in an area that had some life, but not too busy. We also took a few day trips to Sarasota and Venice Beach that weren't too far away, but was nice to come back to Siesta Key. It was a perfect trip! Love the place and Siesta Key. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2022
Thank you so much for your 5 Star Review of Sand Castle Suites in Siesta Key! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us comments and feedback about your stay! We really look forward to getting to host you again on your next trip to the area!

10/10 Excellent

Bertha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Beautiful!
This property was absolutely beautiful! Spacious, clean, stocked kitchen, great location—one block from beach access 11, and less than a mile from Siesta Village. Storage closet filled with everything you need for the beach—umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, beach chairs, etc. Beds were super comfy and with two full bathrooms. Highly recommended and will stay here again when we return to Siesta Key.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2022
Thanks for staying Bertha, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Sand Castle Suites on Siesta Key and we would certainly look forward to hosting you stay again on a future visit!

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach stay
Modern apartment and fully equipped. Short walk to the beach. It was a great experience for a family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2022
Thank you so much for your 5 Star Review of Sand Castle Suites Starfish! We really appreciate you taking the extra time to leave us comments and feedback about your stay! Looking forward to hosting you again on your next visit to the area!

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five out of Five Stars
The property was exactly as described. It was very clean. The beds were comfortable. The location was perfect. A 5 minute walk to the beach and a 15 minute walk to the street with all the restaurants and shops. If you drove it would be a 5 minute drive but we enjoyed the walk. It was very convenient. We enjoyed the closet in the back of property that had floats, chairs, umbrella’s and toys for the beach. Everything you would need. There was a barbecue as well that was in the backyard which was nice. All in all we had an amazing time in Siesta Key and would love to come back to stay in this property again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2022
Thank you so much for your 5 Star Review of Sand Castle Suites! We really appreciate you taking the extra time to leave us comments and feedback about your stay! We are thrilled that the property had all the amenities you needed to have a fantastic Siesta Key Vacation. Hope to see you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Gene W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, location, and well remodeled.
Nice property, location, and well remodeled. Having a washer and dryer in the unit was very convenient. Making beach gear and towels available was an unexpected plus. The casper mattresses were also nice. The only recommendation I have is to upgrade the quality of the sheets and pillows.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous family vacation
My husband, myself and our 3 kids, ages 2-6 had a wonderful experience at this property. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. It was so nice to have all beach equipment and wagons available. Location was great! Beach was never too crowded in that area. We were able to walk to all the restaurants and shops. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2022
Thank you so much for writing us a review about Sand Castle Suites Starfish! We very much appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback and comments about your stay! Really happy you loved the location, and we look forward to hosting you again on your next stay!

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great location and nicely furnished. Plenty of space for a family. Only complaint is that the washer seal needs to be cleaned. Otherwise very clean- would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2022
Thank you so much for your 5 Star Review of Sand Castle Suites at Siesta Key! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback regarding your visit and include comments about your stay with us. Thanks for letting us know about the washer seal, we will get that taken care of! Hope to host you again on your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

mary d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Quiet street, walking distance to village and close to beach access. Unit was spacious, comfortable, clean and updated. Well stocked. Would not hesitate returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2022
Thank you so much for writing us a 5 Star Review about your stay with us! We really appreciate you taking the extra time to tell us comments about your stay! Hope to see you again on your next trip to the area!

10/10 Excellent

Bryce R.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10
Great spot for a group of people looking to have beach access and walking distance from the Village! The host was more than accommodating and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Autumn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and Cute
We loved our stay at this beach house! Super cute and so convenient as it's only about a 6-7 minute walk to the beach. It's also super close to Siesta Village, which has lots of shops and restaurants. Would def visit again.. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean & great location
The place is exactly as advertised, if not better! The home was super clean. Location was a super short walk to the beach. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siesta Key Vacation...What a trip!!!
My family was wanting to go to a nice beach and I think we made an excellent choice. The beach was beautiful as was our rental. The place was very clean and well maintained. Pictures on Vrbo were spot on and the descriptions given were very accurate. It's about a 5-10 min walk with kids to the beach so location was awesome. No reason to pay $1,000's more for beach front when this was just a quick walk across the street. The booking process was straightforward and communication was quick and informative. We had an amazing time in Siesta Key and this property was part of the experience. Thank you to Vrbo and the staff/owners for our time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had a great time, the place was very clean and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
I would 100% recommend this property! The condo was spacious, clean and the owners were extremely attentive to the only problem we had (a flat tire of the beach wagon). The wagon was replaced within an hour! The water pressure in the showers was amazing! I only wish there was a pool to dip into at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Serina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Dream!
The property was a 2 minute walk to beach access 11 and had everything we could have needed: coolers, beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, sand toys, floats, and wagons to bring everything to the beach. The property is immaculate, clean, well-stocked, and thoughtfully arranged. All information we needed was emailed to us a few days before checkout. Communication with the property manager was timely and professional. The *only* cons (and they are VERY MINOR): walls a bit thin, our downstairs neighbors had quite a few arguments that we could hear clearly. Also there are two showers and no bathtubs in unit C, so if you have an infant, bring one of those inflatable tubs. Perfect vacation. Thanks again for letting us stay, it was a magical week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debrah Z., Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Wonderful property in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Wonderful, easy experience. Owner/manager very pleasant and responsive. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
We had an excellent day at the property. Everything was very clean and well appointed. Lots of space and comfortable. Very close to the beach. Would love to return! We love that our dog was welcome there and she had a great time as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nichole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a relaxing stay
We enjoyed being able to walk a short distance to the beach during our 4 night stay for our Thanksgiving family getaway. The unit was as nice as expected. Would love to return soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Siesta Key beach location
Great location to the beach and Sarasota. A very short walk! Beach chairs available for the beach. Beautifully decorated. Would stay again and plan my return according to the units availability!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unit, great location
Enjoyed our stay very much. The unit was super clean and had everything we needed. Location was ideal - very short 5 minute walk to beach and 10 minute walk to the village. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful accommodations- large space!
Well equipped kitchen, huge rooms offering lots of space. Perfect location to enjoy beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T., Miami

Liked: Cleanliness
Will definitely come back
Great location, clean and well spacious for our family of 7. Short walk to the beach. Will consider this one or any other of Erin’s property for a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raquel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property/close to the beach!!!
This was our family vacation which included four generations, we had a Great time! The apartment was beautiful, it was spacious and homey. It was great to have body wash, shampoo and conditioner in the bathrooms. The kitchen was well equipped. It was great to have a washer and dryer in the apartment. The beach was a short walk and the ocean was clear, warm and so enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020