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Silver Sands #254 Resort by RVA

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Living room
Living room
Living room
Bedroom
Bedroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Jewfish Key
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Silver Sands #254 Resort 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.



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 #254 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private patio.



View: Pool/Gulf View



Bedding: 1 Queen, 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 manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

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 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Cannons Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jewfish Key - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Coquina Beach - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • IMG Academy - 21 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Silver Sands #254 Resort by RVA have a pool?

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

Is Silver Sands #254 Resort by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Silver Sands #254 Resort by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Silver Sands #254 Resort by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Silver Sands #254 Resort 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

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Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lynnette \.

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

Nice place

Beautiful sunsets ! Love hearing the ocean waves ! Nice beach area ! Condo clean comfortable !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Gulf front beauty

Lovely, well-appointed unit facing Gulf. Appreciated the outstanding service of the property manager. Any issues were handled promptly while also managing the cleanup and restoration of first floor units from hurricanes. Large warm pool was wonderful. We will return in March.
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie

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

Pleasant stay

The place is roomy and nice and big, nice view.But as soon we got there the toilet was not working we had to flush it by touching the float each time cause maintenance wasn’t available till the next morning. The other thing we weren’t crazy about for a condo that when you walk in you’re in the bedroom so when you open the door people can look right in. Despite all that we would probably stay again.Thanks Silver Sands
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaylene F.

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

Great location

Close to the beach and easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Beautiful Relaxing Getaway

No crowds ... beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Great Views

Was the perfect spot for my son and I to stay. Super close to the beach and amazing views of the gulf. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonia S.

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

Beach Vacation

Great location. Very cozy and comfortable accomodations. Really felt beachy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

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

A wonderful quick weekend getaway

My husband and I absoluletly love LongBoat Key! Our 1st time staying at the Silver Sands and we can not wait to come back !! 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy l.

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

Relaxation

We were only there a short period of time but enjoyed our stay. Loved the location and we will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda O.

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

Great condo!!

Last minute getaway for 2. The resort has easy access to beach chairs, umbrella, floats and some toys for kids. We had a great view and the condo had everything we needed. We had groceries delivered and took Ubers to dinner. The nice women at the front office even helped revive our groceries when we couldn’t make it back on time. Will definitely recommend and will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

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

Longboat Key Rental

Nice property with a perfect location. Perfectly described in the VRBO blurb.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Shantilal P.

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

Long weekend stay

Loved all the great things included for small children. Very accommodating and relaxing. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rolando G.

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

Great location and family environment

We had a great time this past weekend at this condo. The place was very clean, staff extremely friendly and helpful. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Chris L.

Good valvue

Pool n beach are great, condo has what you need
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

sally h., Waterford Michigan

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

Beautiful view

This is the best view we have had on LBK. Room 254 apartment, stunning of the gulf. Beautiful pool too. Unfortunately prices almost doubled for next season
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

1ST ANNIVERSARY TO 24TH ANNIVERSARY

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: Spent our 1st anniversary at Silver Sands and recently our 24th....have stayed several times in between and NEVER disappointed! Beautiful 1 bedroom overlooking the pool with Gulf view! What's not to love?

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S., Sanford, FL USA

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

Personal Paradise

This is the very best place to stay on any beachin FL. The beach view as soon as you walk into the room is stunning. The room was clean, conveniently located and stocked with the right amount of towels, amenities for the first night. We ran to the Publix a few miles down the road and got coffee, cream and a few snacks. The kitchen has plates and cookware. Beach chairs, umbrellas and floats were available for use. It's like having your own private beach. My husband and I enjoyed this stay very much and will be back a lot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE N.

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

Last Minute Getaway

We had the opportunity to do a last minute getaway and ran across this gem. The property and location were exactly what we were looking for. Check in was quick and everyone was helpful. The weather was amazing and we loved the fact that the condo was away from the tourist area but within minutes to stores/restaurants. The beach and ocean are beautiful and reminded us of the Caribbean vacation we had to cancel in April. Our room was great! It was very clean and had everything we needed. I loved sitting out on the screened in balcony looking out at the pool and ocean. It was a treat to actually have a pool that was warm enough for me to walk right into - we spent many hours in it. This is definitely a place we will be going back to!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Deanna R.

Our Florida trip

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: From the start it was about 30 min from the Sarasota airport. The ladies in the office were super friendly. Our room was very clean and nice had every thing we needed. A beautiful view of the ocean. Steps away from the ocean. The beach was beautiful. Felt like our own private beach there were only a few people on it every day. The town was very quaint not busy at all.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ronelle A.

Peaceful and beautiful view

The condo was very clean and the perfect size for us. We loved our view, especially. Some things we noticed that might improve a guest's stay: 1) A ceiling fan and better lighting in the bedroom would have been nice 2) The mattress was VERY hard, so we didn't really get good sleep 3) When the towels/sheets were changed, we didn't get more toilet paper 4) When someone cleaned up the empty beer and water bottles on the kitchen counter, they also threw out a paper towel that held several shark teeth on it -- these were not small teeth -- it was obvious what they were and that we were saving them, along with a couple dozen shells and sand dollars 5) Brighter lighting in the bathroom would be great The beach access and numerous lounge chairs to choose from was WONDERFUL! We hope to come back to Silver Sands and enjoy the property and beautiful beach again in years to come!!! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
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10/10 Excellent

David U.

Nice place with "old Florida" feel

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: After failing to book online in time, we showed up on Longboat Key with the hopes of being able to just walk in. Margaret was along at the desk, and it was raining, but she gladly got up, handed my wife a towel, and walked us to three separate units to tour. When I worried about leaving wet footprints in the ones we didn't choose, she said "no worries" and said she'd have housekeeping touch up after us. She was VERY accommodating. The unit we chose was very clean and had a wonderful view over the pool and to the ocean beyond. While the lighting available in the living room and bathroom was very dim (new-appearing fixtures but not much light coming out of them), we could make up for it by spending time at the very pleasant pool (some floats provided), on the beach, or on the very large screened porch. If/when we return to Longboat Key, I'm sure we'll stay here again!
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2/10 Terrible

Sherri J.

Extremely Disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: Room was dirty when we arrived (i.e., bathtub had hair and mold in it - floor had not been swept well - garbage disposal (well, just go and try to use it. Door hanging off cabinet under sink. No TP brought to room until we called them. No linens for pull out. Bed was not changed on third day (until I called upset). Pool was dirty (sand) and had lots of build up on tile around waters edge. We were there for a week and it never got cleaned. Have been here almost every summer for 20 years. I am now looking for another rental property for next year.

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Wonderful couples stay

This will be a go-to place for us in the future because of the private beach experience and the quiet atmosphere. Inside the condo it's bright, beachy, and comfy.It's on the second floor and the balcony is awesome with 6 cushioned seats, a table, and an ocean view. We loved it! Margaret and Sue in the office were very sweet and super accommodating.They have beach umbrellas available at the rental office upon request. The pool was clean and warm. The only constructive feedback is the big chaise lounge chairs for the beach sometimes run out. Fortunately we found two small folding chairs (near the provided pool noodles) but another couple missed out on having chairs for the beach. We think adding a few extra small folding chairs might be an easy solution. Also, service is needed on the sliding door to the patio as it screeches significantly. As for food, we mostly picked up from Coquina Beach Cafe. It was super cheap compared to the other restaurants around Anna Maria--and the food was actually surprisingly good (french toast, eggs, bacon, fish tacos, burgers, ice cream, drinks). There's another ice cream place up by Lazy Lobster. We wished we'd visited La Norma for a dinner out. It's an Italian restaurant with casual outdoor seating that looks/sounds like you're in Italy (fancy inside). Can't wait to come back whenever we need a few beach days! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Benny M.

Resort

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: Resort
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10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Silver Sands #254 051724 to 052424

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: Experience was great. So happy to have found Silver Sands. Guest Service Agent Margaret is kind, polite, and very hospitable. She is no stress and makes the experience feel like a vacation should.

About the host

Hosted by RVA Vacation Rentals

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