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Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front

Just like Longboat Key’s original tourists, residents and visitors alike enjoy the beaches and weather — but today’s islanders also cherish the many recreational and cultural amenities like golf, shopping, museums, a wide array of dining choices and a myriad of water sport activities are all nearby.
Our property has a relaxed, upscale feel and is located in an extremely safe area. Great for vacationers seeking peace and tranquility as well as families wanting an active get-a-way. You will be just steps away from the white sand beach and right next door to the Zota Hotel, which offers casual beach dinners and drinks.
Quaint, quiet, and the quality of a boutique resort, not the hassle, noise, the impersonal nature of a hotel. You will become part of our family, and we will look forward to your return year after year.
When planning a trip to the beautiful Gulf Coast Beaches, stay with us. All of our private beautiful condominiums feature full kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms and a balcony or patio to enjoy. We offer pool and garden, gulf and gulf front beach views. Our property features a heated pool, shuffleboard court, full tennis court and an immaculate private, white sandy beach.
Experience the ultimate beachfront boutique Florida paradise at our property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4983803
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Longboat Key Beaches and Bradenton Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Coquina Beach - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lido Beach - 22 min drive - 12.9 km
  • IMG Academy - 34 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 51 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pork Belly's Eatery And Catering Co. - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪South Philly Cheesesteak Co. - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front have a pool?

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

Is Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit #118 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Longboat Key Beaches, Cannons Marina and Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 45 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Wonderful property. Wonderful management.

The experience from start to finish was excellent. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2021
Thank you for the review! Hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

July 4th Stay

We really enjoyed our stay at this condo on the beach during the week of July 4th. The beds were comfortable, house was clean, and location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
Thank you for your review. Hurry back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Beautiful setting and stay

Lived up perfectly to our expectations! Great condo with gorgeous views!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2022
We are so happy you had a great time. Hope to see you soon!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Betty Jo B.

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

Great View

What a wonderful spot and amazing view. The resort complex itself is just right--clean, relaxed, quiet. We had a great stay and hope to be back sometime!
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2023
Thank you for your review, we hope to see you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Lovely condo

Enjoyed being just steps from the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2022
Yes this unit is so convenient to the beach. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Review

Great property and great location in Longboat Key. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2021
Thank you for the great review, hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Longboat getaway

Very comfortable place. Had an issue that the Sand Kay staff took care of very quickly. They were very responsive. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2022
Thank you for the great review! We hope to see you soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Vaca 2023

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: Lovely as always.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Hi Angela, This review says it all!! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to leave us this review, we appreciate it! Hope to see you soon!! : ) Sand Cay Beach Resort
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

leslie f.

Enjoyed our 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: The resort is perfectly situated on the beach of Longboat Key with the most beautiful sunsets! Sand Cay is a well appointed resort, great amenities clean and well manicured.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

Another great Sand Cay experience

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: A family vacation to Sarasota....with kids and grandkids and ten of us stayed at Sand Cay. Great location and amenities, we love it!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Welcome to the Sand Cay family! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay, hurry back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

3 1/2 days 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: Excellent accommodations for my son and his young family of four including a 2 1/2 Y.O. son and 7 month old daughter. Great location and fantastic view.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2023
Hi Robert, Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to leave us this Awesome review! We are so glad that that they enjoyed their stay while they were here! The view is absolutely beautiful from this unit! Happiness is! We look forward to seeing you again soon! : ) Sand Cay Beach Resort
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

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

Fabulous!

Could not have been better! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Thank you for your review! We hope you come and stay with us again.
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy F.

Beautiful Getaway

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: It was amazing! Place was just as described. Very easy check in and check out. Helpful staff. Would define stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2021
Thank you so much for your review!! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay here at Sand Cay!! We hope to see you again in the near future! : )
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Maureen A.

Always great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It’s always a wonderful time at Sand Cay during Easter weekend. We love coming back year after year. The kitchen amenities along with bedding need to upgraded and standardized. The sheets are paper thin and I’m unsure if the comforters are regularly washed.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Denise R.

Family Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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 have been coming to Sand Cay for many years. This year our grandchildren came as well and they are the fourth generation to vacation at Sand Cay. We love the area and we had a nice vacation. We did notice the rentals have become a bit dated although they provided what we needed. Our unit was not very clean and several pieces of furniture were in need of repair. It did lack a few things that would be helpful in the kitchen but we managed.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

julie wall h.

Sand cay

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location. Older unit. Had steps to walk up to the first floor. Different for handicap or older people
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2023
Hi Julie, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review. We always appreciate the feedback! Every unit here at Sand Cay has a different owner, so they all look entirely different inside. We are so sorry that this particular unit did not meet your expectations, it's always a good idea to go onto our official website to see the inside of the units before booking. We have pictures and virtual tours of all of our beautiful units. We do have ramps on both sides of the property for those who are unable to use the stairs, also we do have elevators for our guest's convenience. : ) We hope to see you again to provide you with a better experience! Sand Cay Beach Resort
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

I love P.

Need to Replace bed in master bedroom

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: I have been coming to Sand Cay for 40 years but this was not a good trip. The bed in the master bedroom was atrocious. I read previous comments and it has been noted before yet no change? If you want people to come back you will have to spend a little money.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Danielle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good location, but unit desperately in need of updating.

Nicely situated condo. Ground and building exterior well maintained and in excellent shape. Amenities accurate as listed. Kitchen was fine with newer basic appliances. Overall condition is tired. In need of updated bathrooms or at a minium, a good cleaning of molded grout. Beds are old and need to be replaced. Twin beds are child-sized, not suitable for teens or adults, and like sleeping on a concrete slab. Walls and ceilings are not soundproofed enough to muffle residents upstairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
thank you for your review.... because these Units are individually owned, everyone is different.. we are currently working with owners on updating their units where needed.. Your feedback helps us..... thank you and we hope you come back soon..
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peter T.

Great view, room a little tired

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: The location of this unit was spectacular. The unit itself was tired and worn. The mattresses were awful. The dishwasher was broken and it couldn't be fixed during our stay. The windows were filthy and it took away from the beautiful view. However, the general cleanliness of the units was very, very good. The bathrooms were very clean as well as the kitchen. But they really need to invest in some new mattresses!
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Karen B.

Unit 118 Sand Cay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: During our stay encountered many issues with our unit. The unit was very outdated which led to our issues. Extra bed (sofa bed) broken which led to using an air mattress for a week, outlets smoking, toilets not flushing properly. All linens were old as well as bedroom furniture. All in all this unit needs to be taken off the rental program until a complete overhaul of the condo is complete. Not worth the money when you can stay next door at a resort for same price.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
Hi Karen, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We're sorry your experience didn't match your expectations. Our resort has just had all of our pipes jetted and there have been no issues with the toilets since that was done. Happiness is! We have replaced the damaged outlet, so that issue has been resolved. This unit has had some beautiful new updates including a new dining room table, both bathrooms have had new vanity's installed and new bedding, etc.... All of our beautiful condos have different owners, and are entirely different inside! On our official website, you can see pictures and virtual tours of all of our beautiful units! We value our guests and hope to see you in the future to provide you with an even better experience! Sand Cay Beach Resort
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Melanie N.

Needs bathroom updates and noisy upstairs guests

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is 2 time we have stayed at sandcay and selected this unit because the kitchen was updated. There was a broken cabinet door in the kitchen, the blind over the kitchen window was broken. As far as tv service it sucked in the bedrooms as well as the mattresses. The towel bar in the master bath was cracked that someone would cut their hand on it . There were no floor fans to mask the noise from upstairs nor did the overhead fan work correctly. I would have rented another unit if the property manager had steered me to. We were very disappointed and uncomfortable the entire stay!!️
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2021
Please reconsider this unit, the owners have completely refreshed the unit with both bathrooms remodeled and brand new furniture throughout.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Just steps from beach

This was a short notice trip for us and we had never been to Longboat Key before. We were not disappointed! The complex was beautiful and was not a huge, commercialized complex. The unit was as close to the beach as you could get with stunning gulf views. We just walked straight out to the beach! The pics are exactly what the unit looks like. There was plenty of room for us in the unit and it looked like the owners are working on updates. The kitchen had been beautifully remodeled and had everything we needed, except maybe a larger skillet and a few larger coffee mugs. A Keurig would have been nice, but that’s a personal preference. There were two sitting areas with very comfortable couches and windows all along the back and side. The bedrooms and bathrooms were kind of small but they worked for us. Being on the first floor, we were worried about hearing people above us, but the unit was quiet. The complex was well kept and everyone was very nice. Beach lounge chairs and beach towels were available for free. We loved exploring the nearby town with its shops and restaurants, and taking long walks on the beach. We will definitely be back to this charming little place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2021
Thank you for this wonderful review. Hope to see you soon!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jerry and Erica C.

needs updates

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Good location, unit needs updates. Soon as we got there and sat on bed, a table lamp fell off the wall. we reported it next day, they said maintenance would fix it, they never came. items for beach were all in bad shape, umbrella had no matching pieces, so we had to buy some, cooler was broken. starter items provided are extremely cheap for what you pay, cheapest toilet paper, coffee, etc. Also, would be nice to at least provide a couple bottles of water and welcome snack, got there late, nothing open, absolutely nothing to eat or drink in unit. We were here for wedding, I would stay somewhere else for price.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Perfect location and well stocked kitchen. Needs new twin beds.

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: This was a girls wknd for 4 adult women. The property is beachfront, steps to the water. Well stocked with towels, kitchen appliances and supplies. There was even a pop-up tent we could use. The master had a wonderfully comfortable bed. The guest room has two twin beds that had no mattress cover and felt like you are laying on box springs. The most uncomfortable bed I have ever been on. There were two of us sharing the room, so we opted to try the pull-out couch a different night. Same torture. It would really be a deal breaker to go back and stay there again if there is not a change. That was our only complaint. Absolutely loved the location!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark M.

Weather was a blessing

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: While we stayed at the resort we had terrible weather. Cold and rainy witch turned out to be a blessing because the tenant next to use came out screaming at my wife and family while we were on the shared porch. So with bad weather we were able to go do other stuff around the island and surrounding area. All of the other people staying at the resort and the staff that I met were wonderful. Unfortunately the bad experience with the way the condos are set up with shared porches on certain units means we will not be back.

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