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Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA

Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre

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Dining
Living Area
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
  • Place, Cannons Marina
  • Place, IMG Academy
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 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 #242 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 #242 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private lanai.



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

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Lido Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 13 min drive - 15.3 km
  • IMG Academy - 20 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 32 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 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 Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$590.54, including 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 Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 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 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joan-Marie E.

A Day In Paradise

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: Silver Sands is a marvelous, peaceful retreat located in Longboat Key. We have vacationed here twice with our young granddaughter - and will return. The resort is well cared for and we have met lovely other guests staying there.

10/10 Excellent

Lynda G.

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

Great Getaway

Great spot to totally get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

simeon c.

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

Nice place

Enjoyed our stay. The pillows need upgrading but other than that everything else was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki L.

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

Florida vacation

The property was a little more worn than pictured, but very clean
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Kim M., Kissimmee, FL

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

Great location, pool and beach

Stayed for a week and overall it was great but the cleaning crew could do a better job though, which is why I can't give a 5 star review. Margaret at the front desk was fantastic, so helpful and friendly. The pool area and beach were perfect and having access to bikes at Cedars was a plus. We ate at Harry's, Blu Kouzina, Cafe L'Europe and Mar Vista. Highly recommend them all. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A great beach-side stay

We only spent 2 nights but it was so relaxing. The beach here is excellent and I say that as a Florida native. The area is not heavily populated and there is no public parking nearby, so it feels almost like a private beach. We wanted a quiet, restful weekend of sun and swimming and that is exactly what we got. There are good places to eat all around the key. Sarasota and the Ringling Museum are just 25 minutes away. We wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Gulf vaca

I booked this property online because it was one of the most reasonably priced. It has rooms that lead directly to the pool and the beautiful beach beyond. I’m handicapped and really appreciated being able to go right out our screened in patio to pool or beach. The water was aqua and gorgeous! The people were so nice and very accommodating! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Miamisburg

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

Silver Sands 2023

Had a great time staying in 242. Pool clean, nice temp. Beach clean. Room had new large flat screen tv and Netflix, Prime capable. The people in the office were extremely nice, professional and helpful. The baseboards and vents could use a good cleaning but everything else was good.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Miamisburg

Great Get Away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 had a wonderful relaxing time at the HEATED pool and beach. My husband and I are retired but watch our grandkids. We ended up sharing this vacation with our 5-year-old granddaughter who is still in preschool. Grandpa and Grandaughter must have stayed in the pool 12 hrs a day. The condo we stayed in was updated but it could use a few more items for cooking. The refrigerator was an eyesore, but it worked great. The property's mgmt was 100 percent positive and VERY friendly and professional. Would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda L.

Sitting by the Gulf

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: Cozy, clean, comfortable and a short walk to the Gulf. It was quiet and just a perfect visit.

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

Location and Relaxation

This property was perfect for us! It's right on the beautiful beaches that this area is known for. It was well decorated, had everything we needed, large screened in porch, heated pool, etc. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Carol E.

Not bad after the storm, good beginning

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: Nice time, great water heater for the pool.Fix the pool tile before someone hurts themselves. Needs complimentary sugars, creamers, soaps, shampoo, and a few bottled waters. Also, can’t find my scripted sunglasses, let me know if you found them. Thank you. Carol Everhart

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Tv

Would have been better to have instructions on tv use. I couldn’t figure how to work it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Joe L.

September 2024 stay at Silver Sands #242

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: We have stayed here several times. Our room was adequate. Water pressure in shower and bathroom sink was horrible. The bed in this unit needs to be replaced. So uncomfortable. Felt like we were sleeping on hard springs. TV was nice in sitting room. Management was wonderful as always and very accommodating. Washers and dryers are old and need to be replaced. Overall housekeeping and cleanliness of room was satisfactory. Couch in sitting room needs to be replaced. Very old and uncomfortable. Unfortunately, during our stay the pool area was overtaken by a large group of guests playing loud music and monopolizing every table and chair. We couldn't get in and out of the pool because they had tied up a beach umbrella to the handrail and using the steps to get in and out of the pool was not an option. In the past our stays have been quiet and very little guests. And the biggest turn off with the pool area is that guests were coming straight from the beach and not rinsing off and the pool was filled with sand and not so clean. Plus, my wife and I did not see one guest exit the pool to use a bathroom all day leaving us to believe that the pool was the bathroom. I mean we were at the pool from 9am to 4pm every day and not one person got out except for my wife and I to use the facilities. Finally, the outside patio sitting area needs new furniture. Some chairs are damaged. And the screened in porch needs to be replaced. Many holes in the screen causing critters to get in. And the door latch on the screen door was broke. Someone prior to us staying there broke the screen to unlatch the door and we did get locked out a few times. Would we stay there again, yes. It's our Florida spot and always has been. But definitely would stay in a different room or updated room for the amount of money we pay to stay there.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

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

Peaceful & Beautiful

It was so quiet on the property! We practically had the beach to ourself also. They provided beach chairs & umbrellas. Super easy check-in & check-out. The condo itself was nice & clean & had beautiful views. 10/10 all around
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Lisa K.

Cute place but not very clean or maintained

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than 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 in room 242. Upon arrival we were told that a family had rented several rooms next to each other and that some things may be missing from the room. The towel bar in the bathroom was broken off the wall, the tub was not very clean there was actually hair in the one corner and mold on the floor next to the tub. The shower head trickled water out. It was extremely hard to take a shower. The sliding door was not working properly. My husband had to use two hands to open and close it. There was a bad smell in the kitchen. We finally figured it out near the end of our stay. I opened the dishwasher and it had about 3 inches of water in the bottom and was all mold. Disgusting smell. The beach chairs were not unlocked one day because they said the waves were too high. I asked we could just have two chairs and we would keep them close to the stack of chairs and was told no. The dressers in the room were not cleaned and the remotes were disgustingly dirty. We have stayed her several times before but this time was the worst. I let the manager in the office know of these issues. The manager was very polite and helpful.
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6/10 Okay

Donna B.

Condo report

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Toilet bowl brush yucky. Sofa upholstery very scratchy.Pillows old and hardBlanket scratchyGood location
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10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

Sunset Trip

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: My husband and I stayed here fourteen years ago and remembered it fondly. An opportunity arose as we were babysitting our five year old granddaughter - so we came back with her and had a wonderful time. The unit was attractive, clean and comfortable. Management was friendly and attentive. Facility is fabulous!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Orland Park, IL

Excellent Stay

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 place was comfortable and clean and quiet. We were very pleased with everything. It was conveniently located to restaurants. The pool was great. And it was steps to the beach. We will be happy to come back again.
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8/10 Good

Mary M.

Very Nice Complex

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Very nice complex, clean, quiet, great pool and beach access.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

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

Perfect location on Longboat

This was the perfect location on longboat. We loved the pool and being right on the beach. The kitchen had all the tools we needed and the community grills were great to use
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

liz f.

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

Lovely break from hotels on a road trip

😁
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Christina M.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

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: Really enjoyed our stay in this unit. It is within walking distance to a few eateries, but ubered to Publix for groceries. Pool was heated and loved that the beach was a few paces from our unit. Really like that beach chairs and umbrellas are supplied. Will def be back!

10/10 Excellent

Lara H.

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

Much needed get away

Our stay was wonderful. The area and grounds were beautiful and it was super easy to get to the beach. My husband is disabled and this was a huge plus. The unit was what was advertised. We loved it being on the ground floor with no steps to climb. The king sized bed was very comfortable and the tv with Netflix options was a plus we do not get to enjoy this amenity at home. The front desk was very helpful and courteous. The only observations that may need attention are the shower pressure and drain. The pressure was low and the drain didn’t want to work very well. We made it fine but it might be an area to consider looking into. It might be good to have a few more utensils in the kitchen as well as a noodle ladle.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

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

Silver Sands/Longboat key

Great stay, great property. Would easily come back to this property again as we go to LBK every year for vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

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