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Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico

Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico

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Aerial view
We have new comfortable beach chairs on our beach, umbrella is in the unit
Enjoy the fabulous sand on our uncrowded beach!
We recently upgraded our beach lounge chairs, very comfortable!
Beach

Overview of Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Longboat Key, FL
  • Popular LocationLongboat Key Beaches5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCoquina Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationIMG Academy24 min drive
  • AirportSt. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico

Hi everybody, while covid seems to be less of a concern now, please also note that our condo has its own separate entrance, there are no enclosed corridors or hallways to get to the unit, it is accessible by open air stairway (or by elevator) and it has its own independent HVAC system and air handler, so you are not sharing air from the neighboring room. We are keeping very high cleanliness standards for your protection.

You will love our 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with a spacious 1,100 square feet of room to call your own. This is a second floor condo but it is easily accessible with an elevator and multiple sets of stairs. It is also equipped with Wi-Fi. It is located on the gorgeous, uncrowded beaches of Longboat Key, and near the cultural haven of Sarasota. The condo is on the beach side of the island and has its own private beach area, with new lounge chairs on the beach and umbrellas in the condo for your use. There are no roads to cross to get to the beach. We are a smaller association so all of the units are very close to the beach and pool. We take very good care of our condo and make sure that it has nice mattresses, has a fully stocked kitchen, and lots of extras to make your stay enjoyable. Each unit comes with one dedicated parking space, but there are a few other visitor parking spots as well. This will be a vacation you will always remember.

Also, there is an office on the property, with housekeeping and maintenance people, that is open seven days per week for your convenience. They are open 8 am to 4 pm to deliver your keys and parking pass and see to your needs. If you arrive after hours, they will leave your key in an envelope to the left of the office door, then just come and check in the following morning. Besides the office staff, there are two full time maintenance people to handle your needs. If you ever need anything, just give them a call or stop by the office which sits by the pool.

The online calendar represents times when the condo is available. Please inquire as to the dates you desire and I will respond promptly.

Our condo is very nice inside, the décor is beautiful and the bathrooms and kitchen are recently updated and gorgeous. The bathrooms have granite counters and beautiful tile and the kitchen cabinetry is very pretty, well made and functional. The kitchen also has new stainless steel appliances. The furnishings throughout are first class as well with new dining room furniture and all new flooring in 2017 and new kitchen countertops and backsplash in 2019. The view from this unit is out over the courtyard and pool, though you can see a little of the water and beach between the units to the west. This unit has a spacious Living Room as well as Dining Room and nice patio furniture as well. The master bedroom has a king sized bed and the guest bedroom has three twin beds, one being a trundle. There is also queen sized sleeper sofa and a single pull out sleeper chair in the living room.

Longboat Key

Longboat Key is a safe, quiet beach community. While there are restaurants (including one right next door) and stores for your needs, it is a very “residential” community compared to most beach front areas that can be crowded, have traffic congestion, and noisy. So, Longboat is perfect for relaxing with friends and family. You will enjoy the mild temperatures all year round, with highs in the winter months averaging in the low seventies and breezes off of the Gulf in the summer. The beaches in this area rate as tops in the nation by numerous publications and the beautiful white sandy beach directly in front of our condos is no exception. Spend time on the beach lounging and watching the birds as you all enjoy the warm water and soft white sand! Longboat offers numerous activities as well; golfing, fishing (from shore or boat), biking (bike rental is right next door), bird watching, walks along the beach or on the walking/biking trail that runs right by the resort are a few of the casual activities available on the island. All of your needed conveniences are nearby as well. Longboat has a large Publix grocery store, a CVS pharmacy, and several nice restaurants. It also has several churches and a synagogue right on the island. If this is your first visit, you will see why Longboat was recently rated the #2 island destination in North America by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. Just across the bridge is St. Armands Circle, with numerous unique shops and outstanding restaurants. On the adjacent mainland is the city of Sarasota, with abundant cultural activities such as opera, museums, art exhibits and numerous dining and shopping opportunities. Included among them are the galleries of the Ringling Museum of Art and live theater at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center and Aloso Repertory Theatre. Other attractions are the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Joan Durante Park. A family favorite, the Mote Marine Museum has Gulf related marine life exhibits and touching pools. Just about an hour up the interstate is Busch Gardens which has rides, shows, animal attractions and lots of fun for the whole family. Within about a three hour drive is Disney World in Orlando. The area around Longboat offers numerous other activities as well, so, while Longboat is quiet and peaceful, it isn’t isolated.

Our Development

Our development is, simply, gorgeous. Prior to our purchase, while staying at another complex, my wife and I were walking up the beach. The outside beauty of our condos tempted us to walk into the resort and take a look around, so we did. What we found was a newly renovated beach resort that has a tremendous outward appeal. It was then that we decided that this would be the focus of our search for a Florida condo. We discovered later that the association had recently completed an extensive renovation, and the results are beautiful. Many places in the area are overdue for such renovations, and ours stands out as a very upscale, modernized resort by comparison. Since our purchase, there have been many new improvements as well. Since the resort has only 60 total units, and only six in each building, it provides a very comfortable, casual and uncrowded atmosphere. We sit right on our own private, beautiful, soft white sandy beach (our beach is rated #2 in the U.S. in some national publications). We have a very large heated pool, tennis and basketball courts, shuffleboard, and grilling area. There is a large open grassy area for the children to play and beautiful landscaping all around. The resort has a full time staff and provides basketballs, tennis rackets, beach toys, lounge chairs around the pool and at the private beach area, beach umbrellas, linens, bath and beach towels. Located in the middle of the island, we have convenient access to all of the island’s pleasures. There are also two restaurants right next door, and many more within a short distance.

Thanks a lot, let us know if you have any questions.

Property manager

Bruce and Karen Goracke

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Fish Hole Adventure Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 5 min walk
  • Jewfish Key - 7 min drive
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min drive
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 17 min drive
  • McDonald's - 17 min drive
  • Bonefish Grill - 17 min drive
  • Mean Deans Local Kitchen - 25 min drive
  • Longboat Key Club - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico have a pool?

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

Is Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Updated Beachfront Condo on the Gulf of Mexico located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Longboat Key Beaches and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MDP 2024 Review
Excellent unit. Great location and friendly/responsive staff. Very comfortable unit.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Gary S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
1980s
Not updated at all. Much nicer units available in the same complex for the same price. Dishwasher sounds like a mack truck, old dishware and glasses that were mismatched. Even the toaster was broken.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie G., Southborough

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit to LBK
We really enjoyed the condo! It came equipped with all we needed and was updated and clean as advertised. The people at the office were very friendly and helpful. The LBK beach is perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL BEACH & POOL!
This condo was a perfect size for our family of 4. The location is amazing! Steps to the beach AND pool! We loved Longboat Key- lots of restaurants and fun shops to explore- close to a grocery store. The grounds are beautiful- laundry on site (free!) Great value!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained condo
Stayed for a weekend in November with my family (2 teens). Condo was very clean and well maintained. Older building but renovated. Staff in office ver friendly and host had excellent communication. Nice amenities at the condo and very quiet beach. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bruce and Karen Goracke

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My wife and I both grew up, and still live in, Omaha, Nebraska. Business brought us to Sarasota several years ago and we liked the area so much we decided to look into purchasing a place in the area. It was a long hunt, but we finally found the treasure. We are eager to share our place with our guests!

Why they chose this property

We have been looking at acquiring a beachfront property for years before finally purchasing this unit on Longboat. The area offers a safe, peaceful environment, yet still has the essentials in very close proximity. There is a large grocery store, pharmacy, shops, restaurants and pubs, and other activities, all while maintaining a very homey, residential feel. This is what attracted us to Longboat. Our resort's beauty and great management made the decision to focus on a property in this association an easy one. We hope you will enjoy your stay, and please send us any suggestions for bettering our place, as we want our guests to have as pleasurable a stay as possible. With its beauty, friendliness and great management, our association can and will accomplish this objective. Very well maintained grounds and amenities, without the pretentiousness, make staying with us a relaxing pleasure.

What makes this property unique

We recently upgraded our condo with new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, new flooring in the dining and living room, new carpet in the bedrooms, new dining room furniture, new kitchen countertops and backsplash and other items.
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