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Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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A heated pool - Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA (Longboat Key)
Relax at Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort, a tranquil retreat directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Unwind with a good book on the beautiful beach, take a dip in the heated pool or practice your golf game on our putting green. Enjoy private beach access and stunning views from your patio.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA

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.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #248 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 #248 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Orange Building. Includes views of both the pool and Gulf of Mexico from your private patio.



View: Pool/Gulf 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
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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

7538-173184

About the neighborhood

Map
Longboat Key, FL

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
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swordfish Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA on Nov 10, 2025 start from $248.0, 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 Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA 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

Elegance Meets Ocean – Silver Sands #248 by RVA Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

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

Quiet and uncrowded beach

Low key and had everything we needed. Short drive to restaurants/bars and other activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

Longboat key reviee

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: We had a great time and the condo was nice. Almost every thing was new. Guessing it was replaced with the storm. For guys that like big TVs this is your place.
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10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

Great location and private area

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 rooms were nice and clean. Had a kitchen and a little patio area. Room exits right to the pool and beach area. Very nice and relaxing place. Enjoyed it. The amenities were convenient and available. The staff is also very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Quick 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: I was recommended this place from a coworker of mine. He has been telling me for a while that I should stay here. I had high expectation from all that I hear. I have to say that it didn’t disappoint. Location location location. Steps from the sand.
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6/10 Okay

Chase A.

Great location but unit need attention!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fabulous location and great ocean front rental. However ants in the unit, pool bottom needs cleaning and gravel parking is less than desirable. Rust on appliances and mold in the bathroom. Shampoo and lotions are off brand and not great for the price of the unit.

2/10 Terrible

Brendan Q.

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

Terrible Customer Service

My wife and child became very sick and we were unable to travel. We requested to change the dates, which was denied, we then had to cancel and were not refunded any money. We were forced to spend 2,000 on a vacation that we did not take. Terrible customer service experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Great way to start the Spring

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
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4/10 Poor

Lesa O.

Beautiful location but rentals need upgrades

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is lovely and the private beach is so beautiful. However, these units need some upgrades to the appliances and furniture. The coffee maker, toaster, blender, and kitchen utensils are ancient! The furniture is also very old and uncomfortable. Suggest a Keurig machine and a fridge that has an ice-maker.
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6/10 Okay

Mark S.

A Little High Priced For What You Get

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Room size was good and the A/C blew cold. Water pressure was adequate and water was hot. Room had new appliances. Mattress needs replaced. Room always had a musty smell, think that's why the A/C unit was left in continuous fan mode. The room appearance was out dated and needed some attention. Best way to describe it, we will not be coming back. Parking sucked.

10/10 Excellent

Antonia D.

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

Antonia

What a delightful days in paradise . Everything clean , the staff wonderful people . I cannot wait to come back .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Charles D.

Aniversary on the Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beach & pool were awesome Nice to have beach chairs & umbrellas that are included in the price of the rental.Nice to have heated pool.Had first floor unit just steps from the pool & ⛱️ Beach.Nice to have private beach. Older units but we'll kept.Generous screened in patio. Table & 4 chairs & Drying rack for towels and swim suits.Plenty of fine dining restaurants near bye.mmm
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2/10 Terrible

Mary Ann B.

Unhappy

Rating Details: The vacation rental was very dirty. 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: The unit was a disappointment. Dirty couch, dirty baseboards, worn out bathtub & sink area. Kitchen had hardly any dishes, silverware. The microwave was rusty.
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2/10 Terrible

Bahram G.

Very disappointed and unhappy and miss informed about the place.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We paid for ocean front and our facility was not , place was old , bathroom and shower was rusty old water pressure was bad, refrigerator in kitchen was leaking inside and making our food wet, furnitures needed to be washed and cleaned they put a broken light in leaving room bed was noisy and uncomfortable we paid $300 per day for this trashy place We will never rent place from RVA again we found several cockroaches in the kitchen, bathroom and living room ( I took pictures of them)
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Amy L.

Silver Sands Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: The condo is so close to the beach. They have a wonderful pool area as well. The condo is clean and met our needs. It was a bit outdated but fine enough.
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6/10 Okay

JOAN T.

short stay at Long Boat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were disappointed in the poor cleaning of the rooms,especially the screened in porch which was very dirty. Also the air conditioning was out when we first got there, it was repaired shortly after we checked in, but went out again late Sunday afternoon. It was still not repaired when we checked out. We've been renting a room at Silver Sands for appox. 20 years sand this is the 1st time we've experienced these issues. We have recommended Silver Sands to many friends and family members over the years and hope they won't experience the same issues.
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10/10 Excellent

Noelle S.

Great!

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: We absolutely love this place. We try and come at least once a year! Would defiantly recommend to anyone looking for a nice, clean and low key vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Great!

This is our second time staying at Silver Sands! We LOVE it! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

A hidden gem!

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: If you are looking for a quiet, older but very well kept place, this is it! Margaret was wonderful and did everything she could to help! The pool
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Pittsboro, IN

Silver Sands #248

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: Enjoyed our stay. Great location and liked the phone call confirming arrival etc.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie E., Tampa Florida USA

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

Perfect location, great amenities & beautiful beach

We will definitely stay here again in the near future. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JASON M.

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

Close to the beach

We loved how close the beach was to the property. Very quiet and safe. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Rita A.

Disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I rented 5 units for my family. We have been there before, but this time may be the last Since I am paying $10K+ you would think that my unit would be flawless. Wrong. Stains on couch cushions , rusted inside microwave, rusted bathtub. Windows were filthy. That was just 248.
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10/10 Excellent

An alternative location due to the hurricane cleanup

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Small unit but fine for us under the circumstances. While there were a number of things needing attention the management company were very responsive and took care of issues promptly and pleasantly
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10/10 Excellent

Hope Y.

Beautiful, relaxing home away from home with amazing view.

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 have been vacationing at Silver Sands Resort in Longboat Key throughout the years since 1995 and absolutely love this quaint, peaceful place of comfort and relaxation. It's like my home away from home. The stuff are always a pleasure and very helpful.
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8/10 Good

Holly R.

Great place.

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Great place to stay. Very close to the ocean. Nice pool area. Nice room. Pull out sofa bed was not to comfortable.