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Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 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 #17 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 #17 Features: One-bedroom, one-bathroom unit located on the bay side centrally located with garden views from the privacy of your lanai, tile floors, flat screen TV's and wireless Internet. Decorated in light, bright furnishings with classic Florida charm Unit #17 has all the ingredients for a relaxing vacation in paradise!



View: Garden View



Bedding: 1 King, Full 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.

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis

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)

General

  • Property located in a resort

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

7538-172946

About the neighborhood

Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • IMG Academy - 26 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA have a pool?

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

Is Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Sun, Sand & Serenity – Beach Castle #17 by RVA Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excelente for vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bennett B.

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

Weekend fishing trip

Enjoyed the beach and bay access
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Great condo

A great clean condo with perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Addison B.

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

Fun and relaxing and comfortable

Location has easy access to the beach and a dock for fishing the pool was heated and the hot tub had jets
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David H.

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

Nice stay on Longboat Key

Very clean unit with all amenities one would ever want!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Amazing Place and Area

The property was as stated on VRBO, clean, up to date, and near everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Louisville, US

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

Fall

The stay was excellent and the location fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn N.

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

Longboat Key

The property at Longboat Key was a perfect weekend get-a-way. Great location, very clean, quiet place on the Key.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

angela a.

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

Longboat Key get-a-way

The beach castle resort was perfect for our 5 day stay. It was quiet and a very short walk to the beach. The water was amazing! The unit was clean and decorated so cute! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K., Winter Haven florida

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

tropical getaway

The place was spacious and clean. I liked the tropical feel vibe with all the greenery. Crossing the road wasn't a problem and the beach was a few steps from there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Vivian P.

Beautiful house

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: I recommended, beautiful house
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

Beach Castle #17

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: Excellent experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Anniversary celebration

We love Beach Castle have been visiting for over 35 years. Pool and beach are great. Quiet area. Great seafood in the area. As far as unit we stayed in kitchen cookware could have been updated. Quality of bed linens were lacking.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Unit 17

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: What an enjoyable experience for our first time stay at this property. It was perfect for our short get away. Very private, quiet and accessible to everything the area has to offer. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Richard S.

Longboat Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 enjoyed our short stay at this rental unit at Beach Castle resort. While the resort is older, the unit was updated nicely and we found it very comfortable. The beach chairs and umbrellas available at the beach across the street was a pleasure surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Very Relaxing 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: Definitely would stay in this unit again. Very comfortable, clean and convenient. Beach was wonderful and loved not having to worry there would be enough beach chairs or umbrellas. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emilie W.

Beach Castle #17

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: Great location- short walk to pier on Bay for sunrise and sunset over Gulf across the road. Fully equipped kitchen, newly furnished and decorated. Screened porch looking out to garden with fountain - loved to enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails there! The guest pass to Cedars Tennis Club with a lap pool was definitely a perk. We will definitely return!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Terry O.

Perfect quiet getaway

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: Our Beach Castle unit was roomy, up-to-date and clean. Very quiet and peaceful area. The easy access to the beach, with chairs, lounges and umbrellas provided made it easy to enjoy the sunshine each day. The grounds were very well maintained. Parking was a little tight, but having an assigned spot was great. Sean was very responsive to our questions. We'll be back.
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6/10 Okay

Paula B., Hudson OH

Nice location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Property is near a great quiet beach. Could use real curtains that block the sun. We covered bedroom windows with extra sheets and blankets. Bed was ok but needs new mattress. Shower could use a good Clorox srubdown. Overall it was a good place but needs some extra maintenance.

8/10 Good

sally h., Waterford Michigan

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

the condo was nice, but lacked a few important things to us , such as simple wine glasses,.

The condo was just ok,and just OK for the cost could have been better stocked. .. wine glasses, salt pepper,just small things that would help a cook. Parking spot, not good. All in all for price could have been better for price, that's why rate was 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Larry W.

Great except for dim lighting

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Great rental with a screened porch looking out to a garden with a fountain, and a less than 2 minute walk to a great beach. Good restaurants a 2 minute walk away also. Our only complaint is the 3 lamps all had 25 watt bulbs. We bought 100 watt bulbs and replaced while we were there, but put the original ones back in before leaving.
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8/10 Good

John R.

Four Days in Paradise

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: The mattress did not offer enough support. Disappointed that the floor was dirty, hair and nail clippings! Manager was very responsive and immediately sent cleaning crew. Pool was big, clean and our children enjoyed swimming.Location was 100 yards from strip mall with three restaurants. We would stay again but try a different unit; hoping for a better quality bed?
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Jeremy B.

Beach Castle - Longboat

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice, clean place convenient to both beach and shopping. Mgmt was very easy to deal with on check-in and checkout. Two things to consider: 1) The internet in unit 17 was dreadfully slow. Not feasible to work or even play video. Only slightly better than dial-up speeds, not kidding.2) The parking can be a bit tight, especially if guests don't use the correct spaces.
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia A.

Steps from the beach

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: Nicely appointed updated rooms with a quiet screened area out in the back to sit away from foot traffic. The description of the rooms is not very helpful as it states "sleeps up to 4" but doesn't give the size of the bed. The bed is large, at least a queen, maybe king, but it was unclear if the couch is a pull out or not if there were more than 2 guests. Either way, we had a great time - Harry's and the Blue Dolphin for breakfast are so close. A short drive to other restaurants and sights, and a stone throw from the beautiful beach. With the cleaning in the end more expensive than a hotel for a short stay, but the location is hard to beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marci P.

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

Everything you need.

I was here on a solo trip and did not use all the amenities, but it was nice to experience the space this way in order to gauge whether or not I would like to share the space with my partner. Although, the floor is completely covered in what felt like a luxury vinyl— pets are not allowed. That would be the only reason I wouldn’t visit again because we have to travel with our chihuhua! :) Otherwise, the place is awesome and the lady that checked me out the day I left was so sweet. Makes all the difference when you are traveling tired. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022