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Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA

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Living Room with Patio
Patio
Patio
Living Room with Patio
Living Room / Dining Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA

Compliments of RVA, Beach Castle Resort expands from the bayside of Longboat Key to the Gulf – providing a place to launch your kayak and cast a line, a chance to spot exotic birds that stop here for our mild temperatures and to view a picture-perfect sunset over the Gulf of Mexico -- all courtesy of Mother Nature.



The grounds here are impeccable – from the well-manicured vegetation to the vast palm trees that dot this serene Longboat Key location. The buildings at Beach Castle are the color of sunshine and are accented by Bahama shutters and railings that resemble palm trees. Each unit is individually owned, which means no unit is alike and provides a unique vacation experience to our guests. However, all units provide a full kitchen, living room and private lanais – never compromising the comforts of home.



This secluded hideaway exudes a classic charm that, as vacationers, we yearn for. A place to get away from it all, relish in the Florida sunshine and reconnect with family and friends; all this while enjoying white-sand beaches, privacy and most importantly, vacation memories that last a lifetime.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #26 will have the option of 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: Beach Castle Resort is a quiet, 21-unit condominium resort midway on the exclusive island of Longboat Key with a variety of views including Gulf front, Bay front, pool and garden views.



Unit #26 Features: One-bedroom, one-bathroom unit located on the Bay side. Decorated in clean, comfortable furnishings with updated amenities including a full-size kitchen, flat screen TV's, a private patio with bay views and a private stairwell leading directly to the serene bay waters.



View: Bay Views



Bedding: 1 King, Sleeper Sofa



Parking: All guests have use of 1 assigned parking spot during their stay. Additional spots are available at a nearby community on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly ask guests to plan accordingly.



Pets: Pets are not permitted on Beach Castle property.



Resort Features: Full-size Kitchen, Spacious Floorplans, Heated Community Pool, Community Hot Tub, Grills, On-site Office, Private Lanais, Complimentary Laundry Facilities, Shared Boat Docks (available on a first-come, first-served basis, a 26' boat limit, and guest is responsible to find off-site parking for boat trailer), Cable TV, Wireless Internet, Complimentary Guest Parking, Private Beach Access, Complimentary Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas



Please Note: Beach Castle is a self service resort; we do not provide daily housekeeping services. For your convenience, an amenity “Starter Kit” is provided to assist you upon your arrival. Any essentials required after the initial provided, such as toilet paper, dish soap, etc. is the responsibility of the guest.

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking included

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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 waterfront. 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 Ed Smith Stadium or LECOM Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cortez Beach - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • IMG Academy - 26 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA have a pool?

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

Is Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Comfort – Walk to Beach | Beach Castle #26 by RVA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Danville, PA

vacation

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: very nice quiet clean
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10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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: Comfort,tranquility

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great location

We had a great time and the place was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janis W.

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

Great Long Boat Key Location

Booked this condo last minute to visit family in Long Boat Key. Great location and comfortable condo. Beach access.Power went out in complex from 6pm - 2am on first day -- no flashlights, candles or communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Great Place!

Very nice place to relax. Loved the area. Coming back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H., Somerset, USA

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

Work and Pleasure Trip to Longboat Key

Beautiful family resort on Longboat Key! Great accommodations, beautiful beach, and sparkling clean pool and hot tub! Highly recommend!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Sweet and clean Stay

Loved the property and my time in LBK! Everything was easy and communication was clear would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Grace O.

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

Nice

Nice property manager and good place for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Our new favorite vacation spot!

Quiet. Beautiful. Relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Great!!

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: Very nice and comfortable. Great view. Loved it !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart C.

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

Nice Stay - Need to go back!

Beautiful place, nice grounds - unfortunately it was too cold during our visit to really enjoy the pool, dock, or beach - so we need to come back. During our stay the water heater went out - management was quick to respond and get the issue resolved.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan I., Reston, VA

Perfect 1BR on LBK

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: Perfect stay. the place was impeccably clean and quiet. Management on premises and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Thomas H.

2022 Thanksgiving

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edgar C.

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

Great Get Away!

This was a vacation for my wife and me. Got a call the day before from the property group confirming and communicating check in. Very clean unit. Well stocked kitchen. Comfortable bed, couch and recliners. Plenty of towels, beach towels and linens. Three nice restaurants and ice cream shop within 5 min walk nearby. Property has beach recliners and beach chairs available to use on the gulf side. The dock on the intercoastal side looks new and has a couple benches to sit on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Gretchen G.

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

Good Location

Good Location, close to beach, restaurants, walking distance or biking. Nice pool and hot tub. Condo was clean but could use a little TLC Air conditioner went out, so it was very hot, screen broken in bedroom. understand this is not their fault, but was a pain to unpack, and pack again. Property managers were very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa V.

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

Quick weekend getaway

We were only here for two nights. They were enjoyable. The space was clean. Fortunately we weren’t doing any cooking. They had the essentials but it seemed a little sparse. The property provided umbrellas and chairs but only if you’re at the private beach. If you were going to one of the public beaches you’d want your own stuff. Overall we enjoyed our time and would like to return to explore further.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rachelle B.

Cozy Longboat Key Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: My stay at Beach Castle Resort #26 was cozy and perfect for me. I enjoyed the sunrise and bay view from the screened in deck each morning, and short walk across the street to the beach and sunsets each day/evening. The condo was clean and well maintained. I enjoyed the guest membership at Cedars resort, and rode a bike each day. The only negative thing was that the screen was missing from the bedroom window, so I wasn't able to keep the window open. This should be replaced. Besides that, my stay was perfect!

8/10 Good

Kenneth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca C.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and comfortable

It was a very nice area and a comfortable condo. Close enough to enjoy nice restaurants down the road but not so close to be in all of the traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

A great get away!

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: An easy process from start to finish! Booking online was a breeze and I loved that you could book shorter stays. Our flight was delayed so we didn't make it in time to check-in in-person, which was no problem bc everything was there waiting for us when we did get there. Our condo was clean and full of extra blankets (which was great bc the weather was chilly. It was a great location and easy to stay on the Key or go up to Cortez/Bradenton or down to Sarasota. Unfortunately, it was a bit chilly to hang out at the beach, but the morning trip tp the beach showed a great beach area! We had a great experience and will likely be back in the future!

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

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

Great trip!

Stayed beach side for many years. Enjoyed our bayside view this trip
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessica D., United States

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

In town for my sisters wedding

It was a perfect location for us. We had a wedding at the resort at longboat key just 10 minutes down the road. Checkin process was easy, parking right in front of the condo was super convenient. The condo was very clean upon arrival and it was very quiet the two nights we stayed. The kitchen is fully equipped and the view of the water was special. The shower was great and the bed very comfortable. The screened in porch was perfect for morning breakfast and watching the sunset. The slider doors leading to the porch were open most of the time we were there. Should we return to that area, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Evan D.

Favorite place on planet earth

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 resort is quiet, private, clean, and beautiful. If you want peace and serenity in Florida, this is the place to visit.
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8/10 Good

Kristie C., Noblesville, IN

Comfortable and Quiet

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: We were supposed to go to Captiva, and last minute needed to find somewhere else for 2 of us adults due to Hurricane Ian. The furniture, including bed, was very comfortable, and the location being away from the Gulf of Mexico Drive was quiet. We would not have wanted to be close to the main road, as it is very busy. The grill worked great. The private beach was super nice with chairs and lounge chairs provided, but unfortunately the weather was a little chilly and we had rain during our short stay and weren't able to spend much time there. The laundry facilities were nice, even though not in the unit, and were not far, free of charge. The condo was clean, however when we arrived, the place smelled very strongly of a humid, cleanser/lysol-type smell. Was thankful it was cleanser, and after a few hours, the smell dissipated and wasn't covering up something. Be prepared to drive most places. The condo had nice appliances. The TV was a little hard to figure out with the remotes, and we thought it would be nice to have a little more explanation of how to use it, but we ended up figuring it out after the 2nd night.

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