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Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA

Beachfront apartment for sun and fun

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A heated pool
Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Located beachfront on beautiful Longboat Key, Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort offers a serene retreat with a heated beachside pool and private beach. Unwind on the putting green or relax in your favorite unit style while enjoying wireless internet access.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A 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 #255A 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, fishing pier 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 #255A Features: Hotel Room in the Orange Building



Bedding: 1 Queen



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 apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

7538-173196

About the neighborhood

Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lido Beach - 13 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • IMG Academy - 20 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Siesta Key Beach - 32 min drive - 19.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 35 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 Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA on Nov 27, 2025 start from $147.0, 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 Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key apartment 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

Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

A quiet getaway

This was a solo mom-cation. The room was clean and well stocked. The bathroom had fresh towels. I was seconds from sitting on the beach with a cold beer and no kids. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie A.

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

Love the location

You really can’t beat the location. Right on the beach and walkable to a few restaurants that were great. The studio we rented was just too tight for us. We didn’t think about having to wash dishes in the bathroom sink. We will stay at this resort again but in a one bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

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

Great place and location!

Perfect location and well-maintained unit - highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

William L., Bellville, Ohio, USA

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

Anniversary trip

Loved our stay. We walked miles on the beach everyday and did not miss a sunset, could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

John B.

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

Great Location

They have done a remarkable job with the cleanup after the storm but there were a few maintenances issues that had to brought to their attention. Once they were notified, they did resolve all our issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan & Peter M., Hingham, MA

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

Good value for beachfront property

Very good value for this location on the beach. Clean, quiet, friendly staff, perfect location.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Great location

Everything was good. Great location on the beach thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Great place

Awesome
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammi F., Miami

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

Beach stay

A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Weekend getaway

Wonderful. Staff was very friendly and easy to work with. Place was clean and great access to the beach. Exactly what we needed for our short time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

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

LBK stay

We had a great visit- enjoyed the complimentary Cedars Tennis membership! Location and beach were great. Only drawbacks were a very noisy air conditioner and the room was dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l., Pittsburgh

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Property location is amazing swimming pool fabulous beach amazing. The best thing of the property was the property manager Margaret she was so helpful kind she went above and beyond
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Vic G.

A few days at Silver Sands

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 was a very nice place. We will return hopefully later in the year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Nice place for a fantastic getaway

Silver Sands was a great place for us to stay for our Longboat Key getaway! My only complaint would be that it would have been nice for housekeeping to come in at least once for what we paid. Otherwise, yes, we would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

A guest from Mattoon, IL

You get what you pay for

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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pictures don't really match the room. It's outdated and smaller than it appears. Hardly any water pressure, especially the sink. The bathroom has some water damage to the walls. For what you pay, it'll work given how close it is to the beach. But a little more money would give you at least a one bedroom and be better for a week. It's cramped for 2. Pool was nice but needed umbrellas as all but 2 were broke. Beach access was great. Need to clean up though where you wash your feet from sand as it's all sand and defeats the purpose.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Greatl location and proximity to the ocean

We had small but efficient room. Everything we needed was available
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Longboat Key FL.

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: Clean great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is a little dated and there was no couch It was very friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Just the relaxation I was looking for. Like having your own private beach and pool. The room was cozy, clean, and quiet. I'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

david h.

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

Secluded beach

There was no one on the beach. the chairs and umbrella were a good perk for hot days. I wished there had been some waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Bedding

The pillows can be improved. And a new mattress is needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jackie F.

It was a great location, right on the beach!

The room was clean but one downside was the mini fridge didn't have a real freezer and there was no ice machine available on the premises. This meant we had to go buy ice each day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Best Kept Secret - Best Beach in Florida!

We stayed in 4 different rooms, with 14 family members. Staff was WONDERFUL, as was the beach. The pool bottom was a little rough, and we had two broken light fixtures, and a frying pan that was not very good. But we wouldn't change our mind to return over and over again. We first stayed there when my daughter was 3, and we now took our Grandsone who is 1. You will not be disappointed, Other than the grocery store, we never went anywhere~
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shay W.

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

Perfect Getaway #2

This place is amazing!! We love it here. This is our 2nd year coming and both times were perfect. Wonderful property with Wonderful view and right at the beach. They provide beach equipment plus have mini golf, shuffleboard, and a heated pool which makes it more nice. Quiet peaceful little island and everyone is soooo friendly. The lady at the office is always really nice and helpful. Just mins away from Bradenton and Sarasota. We had a perfect week there again and will definitely be back next year. Perfect place for all ages. Dont come here if its hard for you to leave and go back home bc this place will make you wanna stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T., The Villages, Florida

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

Quiet location

We enjoyed our weekend stay. The location and the beach was very quiet and private. Our only issue was that we checked in after 5pm and then our room keys didn’t work correctly. We were able to contact RVA and were walked through process for getting key out of a lock box. We notified the Silver Sands office the following day so that steps can be taken to make sure the keys work more easily for future guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020