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Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA

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Private Patio
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Longboat Key, Florida
  • 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

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Silver Sands #257S 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.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #257S 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 #257S Features: 2-bedroom, 2-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, 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
Kitchen
Washer
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

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. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Stardust Event Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Map
Longboat Key, Florida

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 #257S Resort by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA?

As of 12 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA on 24 May 2025 start from AU$838.39, 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 Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Silver Sands #257S Resort by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Silver Sands #257S 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

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Marcella B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Property Not Up to Standards

This unit was two one bedrooms that were combined to make a two bedroom unit, not an actual two bedroom unit. We stayed in one bedroom and had to walk through the other bedroom to get to the kitchen and living area, awkward. There are minor maintenance issues: broken window blinds, refrigerator shelves and drawers that don't work properly, covers missing from light fixtures. We had to leave the unit on our final day so that the A/C could be repaired - not acceptable. The paper products and toiletries provided were a very cheap quality. Not enough bed covers, blankets. Love the location but the condo needs some work.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Antonio

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had to sleep first night with non working AC (80 degrees) and dirty cover mattress. Property manager offered another room for next day and this one was perfect. Great property management. Some apartments in very bad condition so be careful which one you are assigned to. Direct access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

Relaxation

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 our 24th year staying at Silver Sands, we Love it, staff is nice, resort is very clean. The only thing missing is a big ice machine. It’s a great location for restaurants and shops.
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6/10 Okay

Lisa S.

Great location but

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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 really liked this rental but for $3000 a week there are things that need addressed. You could not unlock the door from the outside to our adjoining room, the chairs on the patio need new webbing and the refrigerator and microwave are starting to rust. The beds were comfortable however the pullout sofa bed was not. We had plenty of beach towels and linens in the apartment. We had a lot of paddle board equipment and it was difficult taking upstairs from the long walk from the parking lot.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Los Angeles, CA

They saved us

Rating Details: 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 reservation at another resort got mixed up. We arrived on a Friday and had no place to sleep. We were able to get a one day reservation in a lovely resort, clean and close to where we had to go the next day and the price was absolutely in our budget. Kind and helpful staff and Vacation saved!

10/10 Excellent

MILA P.

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

Great location

It was a great stay. Great location on the longboat key. Leasing office is conveniency located in the sam property. No complaints. We had a blessing time there. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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

Can't beat the location!

We enjoyed our one night stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Being steps from the beach was the best part. Our kids also enjoyed spending time in the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Condo was clean, quiet and had all the amenities we needed for our trip. The location and grounds were beautiful. Communication with property management was very good and would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

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

Spring break

We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Pool Police

Everything was great except older gentleman who maybe rents for months who thought he could save chairs and tell us what to do and drink
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Orlando, Fl

Nice rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: This was a nice rental close to the beach. The property was as advertised and clean. Our only complaint was the dishwasher was really old and had a bad smell. I saw a new one in a box in the main office. Maybe a replacement? Check in easy, check out we waited a while for someone to show up but was fast and easy. It is true that you have to walk through the bedrooms to get into the place but we didn't mind. Enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Joe G.

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

LBK

Great location. Good size condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Great Place on the Beach

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: Lovely place with amazing location and view. We really liked our rental and it was fully furnished with everything we needed. The property manager was extremely helpful and friendly, Margaret I think was her name. We are coming back at the beginning of January to enjoy the beach and property once again. The price was very reasonable. The unit is a little older, but in very good condition and clean.

6/10 Okay

Drexel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Vacation 11-6-22

Nice beach, property was a little out dated, shower water pressure was poor. Pretty good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allen K.

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

it was wonderful

wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Connie C., The Villages Florida

Silver Sands

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been coming to this same place and staying in this same suite for many years. We were HIGHLY disappointed with the significant increase in the overall expense and then NOT honoring the discount for frequent stayers. We really are contemplating going elsewhere next year. Also the owner did not renew daily service for the suite so we had to clean ourselves and go for extra towels and supplies. Another reason to be very DISAPPOINTED

10/10 Excellent

Donn J.

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

Girl friend staycation

The place was great everything was easy just be aware that there was no elevator. I can’t say enough good things about the unit the pictures online do not do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bridgit M.

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

Great beach location.

Very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Dianne C.

Beautiful Beach

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: Not crowded beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruben Z., Southwest Ranches, FL

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

Amazing place and amenities. Loved it. They definitely will have a return customer.

It was very easy and the communication was smooth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Girls trip

We absolutely loved our stay and have rebooked for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine L., Glenwood Springs, CO

Just what we thought it would be!

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: Everything was exactly how we visioned. Beach was amazing and even tho it was very windy and cold while we were there it was much better than 1 degrees where we live!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Fantastic Views

The views are beautiful, as is the property and the staff is extremely accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Nice Beach Get-a-way

We enjoyed our stay despite the tropical storm and red tide, which were both out of Silver Sands control. Staff was helpful and pleasant. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy U.

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

Terrific place to stay!

The rooms were very comfortable. Nice having set up so we were actually in the same basic space but each had our own bedroom. Next time we'll choose a bottom floor being no elevator. The beach and it's view is gorgeous but we still were dealing with red tide so didn't go on the beach much after wiggling our feet in the beautiful sand to find a rotting fish under our feet. But I was aware of it, just didn't want to cancel a long awaited trip. Besides that, there was so much to do, we didn't mind. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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