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Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key

Beachfront condo with kitchen and lanai

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A heated pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Escape to Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort on Longboat Key, where beachfront living meets serenity. Relax in a heated pool or unwind with a book on the soft white sand of our private beach. Guests can also enjoy putting green practice, shuffleboard courts and complimentary parking.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • 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.

Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key

RVA offers Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort. Located beach front on beautiful Longboat Key, this resort offers all the amenities of a large hotel with the privacy and seclusion that has Silver Sands guests returning each year. Relax on our private beach, walk on our soft white sand, take a dip in our heated beachside pool, or enjoy a complimentary chaise lounge and beach umbrella while breathing in the fresh salt-water air. Practice your golf game on our putting green or relax on our beautiful beach with your favorite novel. Wireless Internet access is available in the privacy of your individual unit, at the garden area or on the pool deck, so guests can read email, surf the Internet and soak up the Florida sun all at the same time!



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands #232 will have 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 and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



Accommodations: Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort is a relaxing retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico on the northern-end of Longboat Key. Choose from our various unit styles including hotel rooms, one- and two-bedroom garden view units, and one- and two-bedroom beach front units.



Unit #232 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit adjacent to the office



View: Garden View



Bedding: 1 King, Sleeper Sofa



Resort Features: On-Site Office, Wi-Fi Internet Access, Coin-Operated Washer/Dryer, Community Pool, Private Beach Access, Shuffleboard Courts, Putting Green, Private Lanai (certain units), Complimentary Parking, Designer Decorated Units, Fully-Equipped Kitchen or Kitchenette, BBQ Area

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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

7538-173160

About the neighborhood

Map
Longboat Key, Florida

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • IMG Academy - 20 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swordfish Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key on Nov 3, 2025 start from $168.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Relax at the Gulf – Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #232, Longboat Key Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Nice beachfront property

We enjoyed our stay with our children. We love Longboat Key and their was a very convenient rental
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L., Ellicottville, NY

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

Beach Bungalow on Best Beach on LBK

Clean, well-maintained property in excellent location on the north end of Long Boat Key. The service was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Great weekend getaway for 2

The room itself was clean and was well decorated with a beachy vibe. It was a perfect location for 2 people to spend a couple days at the beach with access to some good local restaurants . The property itself is a bit outdated but it’s hard to beat the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Loved the apartment, the pool, and how close we were to the beach! Will definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pedro R.

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

Vacation

Wonderfull
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Carolyn M.

Relaxing

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: The actual unit was GREAT! It could use some maintenance, such as the patio screens are torn, the microwave is rusty inside (but works great), the box springs cover needs replaced & bedroom wall has a little water damage. But we would rent this unit again! Office staff was WONDERFUL!

10/10 Excellent

Christie O., Estero Fl

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

Nice

Quick weekend trip for my husbands birthday. We wanted to enjoy the beach since the hurricane did much damage by our home in Fort Myers. This was the perfect spot. Great location. Reasonably priced. Plenty of beach and pool equipment to use. Nice restaurants in the area as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mare R.

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

Beautiful Getaway on the Beach!

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely efficiency. The rooms were sparkling clean, and well stocked with towels, beach towels, pillows and blankets. The pool was clean with well-maintained lounge chairs. Umbrellas, beach carts, boogie boards and beach chairs were available for our use free of charge. Best of all was the gorgeous beach and aqua blue gulf waters. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Carol H.

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

Very clean

Alot of construction going on. 2 things i reported were not corrected ice maker and hot water heater
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerry p.

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

Location, Location, Location !!

We enjoyed our stay very much. It was clean and comfortable. The ability to walk steps to the beach, then pool, etc. was ideal for a week of relaxation. Margaret was incredibly helpful and does an amazing job in the manager's office. Note the road is very close and you will hear cars through the night. This was not a problem for us but might bother others.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lawrence M.

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

Mr

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Vanessa T.

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The experience was really good. We enjoyed the room a lot. Lots of amenities at the resort and nearby. Due to the tropical storms from the fall of 2024 there was lots of landscaping not looking good but they were fixing it up. The shuffleboard area was not clean. Could use more beach tents especially during the summer when it’s really hot. Our tv was not working and maintenance was supposed to to fix it but they did not.

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was quiet and the beach wasnt overcrowded. Property was in good condition. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD M.

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

Fun as usual

Always enjoy staying at Silver Sands. Quaint and clean. Staff is helpful and attentive. The pool is great. The complex sits right on the beach. The beach is great and never overcrowded. Location is very close to several great restaurants and St. Armand Circle which is great for shopping and dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Locked out

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: The condo was very nice but when I arrived just after 5 pm they forgot to leave the key out and I was locked out for couple of hours. Very frustrating

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Great place!

Our unit was wonderful. A little loud at night but the bed was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Quiet Time

Very clean and comfortable. Pool and beach area were never over crowded so we enjoyed the peace and quiet and just relaxed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Great place to stay with private beach

This condo is everything it was represented to be. Beautiful beach. Pool is very clean, warm and inviting. Condo is clean. It is an older unit, not a super luxurious feel, but very accommodating and comfortable. Location is great for walking, beachcombing, convenient to dining. Bed is very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Excellent as expected

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: Everything was just as we expected. Clean, welcoming and comfortable.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Ocala, FL

Nice Place

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: Right on the beach,nice and clean.I

10/10 Excellent

Theress H.

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

Beautiful Beach, Wonderful location and friendly people

We enjoyed our stay. We go for the beach and we love Longboat Key
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martha M.

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

Furthest unit from pool & beach BUT we loved it.

Older small unit without a lot of niceties. Pretty bare bones. We were given half of a sponge in the kitchen and a teeny tiny Palmolive. 2 bathroom wash clothes. The beach is so private and beautiful. The pool is kept in perfect condition and is a nice temperature. We had a nice stay. Margaret in the office was incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Great for our spring break!

We loved our stay! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri D.

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

Fantastic location!

My boyfriend and I loved staying in this fantastic space right on the beach. Highly recommend! Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debra S., Brighton, Michigan

Great Location!

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: This is a great unit for 2 people. So close to the beautiful beach on the Gulf and the complex has a very nice pool. Like that we were able to check out a beach umbrella from the office and the beach chairs were provided in the unit for our use. For a fantastic meal at a very reasonable price, try Hugo II for lunch or dinner - just make a reservation for dinner.