Located in Longboat Key, this hotel is on the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
What's nearby
Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cannons Marina - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Coquina Beach - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
Siesta Key Beach - 40 min drive - 30.8 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 25 min drive
Experience the beauty of Florida's Gulf Coast at Beach Castle Resort #9, a welcoming two-bedroom vacation rental on Longboat Key just steps from the white-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Located on the Gulf side of the resort, this first-floor condo offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and resort amenities for an unforgettable Longboat Key beach vacation.
Designed with relaxed coastal style, Unit #9 features a fully equipped, updated kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a private lanai with partial Gulf views. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a day at the beach, the peaceful setting provides the perfect place to relax. The condo comfortably accommodates up to six guests with a king bed in the primary bedroom and two queen beds in the guest bedroom.
One of the few beach-to-bay resorts on Longboat Key, Beach Castle Resort offers guests private beach access, a heated community pool, hot tub, complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas, barbecue grills, complimentary laundry facilities, and shared boat docks (available by reservation). Spend your days shelling, swimming, kayaking, fishing, or watching spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets from one of Florida's most beautiful beaches.
Guests of Beach Castle Resort #9 also have the option of temporary membership privileges at Cedars Tennis Resort, including Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball courts (after 1 p.m. and subject to availability), a Junior Olympic heated pool, fitness center, and community bicycles.
Conveniently located near St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, Anna Maria Island, waterfront restaurants, boutique shopping, golf courses, and local attractions, Beach Castle Resort #9 is the ideal destination for families, couples, and friends looking for a relaxing Longboat Key vacation rental.
Property Highlights: • First-floor Gulf-side two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo • Partial Gulf of Mexico views from the private lanai • Sleeps up to 6 guests • King bed and two queen beds • Updated full-size kitchen • Complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV • Heated community pool and hot tub • Private beach access with complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas • Shared boat docks (reservation required) • Complimentary laundry facilities • Optional Cedars Tennis Resort privileges • Assigned parking • Smoke-free and pet-free property
Enjoy the perfect blend of island charm, resort amenities, and easy beach access at Beach Castle Resort #9, one of the most inviting Longboat Key vacation rentals on Florida's Gulf Coast.
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
Property # 3866139
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
Frequently asked questions
Does Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA?
As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA on 11 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,700, 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 Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA located?
Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
Prime Gulf Views – Beach Castle #9 by RVA Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The condo was very clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed. The decor was lovely too. Loved that beach chairs, towels and umbrellas were included.
Lovely accommodations for our group of 6. The proximity to the beach was perfect! We loved having chairs and umbrellas for our use everyday at the beach. There was also boogie boards and other sand rosy to use as well! Also, pool towels were included! Laundry was inside the condo! We will be back!
Property has everything. Walk to beach, pool , hot tub, grill, on site management, easy parking. Condo was clean and perfect for our needs. We enjoyed it!
Really beautiful, updated modern condo with all of the amenities, located just a short 30 second walk down a path to the beach. We would definitely stay here again! Also walking distance to a few restaurants and shops. Thank you!
Laura G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kris D.
11 May 2022
After Tax Season Getaway
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 lovely time. The condo, weather and beach were all perfect!
Kris D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
19 Apr 2023
Great 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:
Very clean, easy walk to the beach. Perfect for a family vacation. Great location. 10 minute drive from Bradenton and/or St. Armands.
Michael H.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Lisa S.
13 Jan 2024
needs a little work, manager good in office
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 more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Condo needed a new dishwasher and toaster. the shower curtain liner had mold all along the bottom. Dishes and silverware not put away clean.You could hear the guests upstairs using the bathroom in the middle of the night.
Lisa S.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Haydi H.
3 Apr 2023
Great location
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
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:
The property (Unit 9) was a fantastic location. Upon arrival the unit was not at all clean. All kitchen drawers, silverware drawer, cabinets had food crumbs them and cabinets sticky. Bathroom vanities had not been cleaned except the tops. Drawers in cabinet dirty. The dishwasher and dryer were broken. The filter in A/C unit filthy and the lanai filthy. Within 24 hours the unit had been cleaned again, filter replaced and the dishwasher and washer repaired. That is the good part and Sean in the office was very helpful facilitating the repairs but none of this should have been necessary. It is difficult to keep the lanai clean due to the location with wind/dust hitting it directly but it had not been cleaned at all prior to our arrival. The fake plants were loaded with dirt and dust and should be tossed. The beds were very comfortable but only had one bottom sheet which was on the bed. Sean once again helped getting another sheet. This unit needs a huge professional cleaning. We had friends staying at Beach Castle Resort also and their unit was clean and everything working well. The membership at Cedars East was wonderful, the beach at Beach Castle great, and lots of umbrellas and chairs provided which was so nice. If the unit had been clean with everything working this report would be all good. I would not recommend this particular unit but would recommend Beach Castle Resort .
Haydi H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
19 Sept 2024
Long weekend vacations
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was 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:
This was our first time visiting Longboat, hopefully more to come. We love the location and the apartment we stayed was well equipped with kitchen utensils, appliances and bed were decent.The only concern we had, BTW the staff solved it in a blink of and eye, was the AC duct dirty and my daughter had a very bad rash since she is allergic. As I said the staff solve the issue and we enjoyed the rest of our stay and will definitely back soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robert M.
15 July 2024
Unit 9 Review
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:
Our second year her was a great family vacation. We rented units 1,2, and 9. The Change in bedding configuration from when we reserved to what we found when we arrived in unit 1 was challenging. Changes from 2 twins to a king was not noted in the web description. Also, we almost got cited by the for alcohol on the beach. LBK alcohol beach policy should be noted in the checkin packet.
Robert M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Anne N.
11 Feb 2024
No gulf view
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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental went well. However, there was no sofa bed, as listed. The furniture was not very comfortable for older folks as it was very deep seated and you needed all the pillows to support you.
Anne N.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Amy L.
22 Dec 2023
Great Condo
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:
We stayed at the Beach Castle Resort Condo. It was steps to the beach which was great. They offered beach chairs, umbrellas and lounges if needed. They had a heated pool and hot tub across the street by their office.The condo itself was clean and exactly as posted. I would stay there again!
Amy L.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
emma h.
7 May 2022
Underwhelming
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very 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:
The apartment was very dark and had not been cleaned well.The ceiling fan blades were thick with dust. Behind and the furniture was very dirty also. There was sand in one of the baths.The apartment is well equipped but we would not return.
emma h.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bobbi R.
27 Mar 2022
Beach Castle #9 Long Boat Key
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:
Perfect stay
Bobbi R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jodi F.
23 Jan 2022
Great time at Beach Castle
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:
New furniture in the living room and lanai made the property better than described. It was clean and well-maintained, plus the ramp all the way to the front door was so easy to use. We enjoyed the beach and the pool most every day and went to the nearby Blue Dolphin restaurant for several delicious meals.