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Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA

Beachfront apartment for sun and fun

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On the beach, beach umbrellas
Terrace/patio
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort is a beachfront retreat on Longboat Key. Unwind on the private beach, take a refreshing dip in the heated pool, or practice your golf game at the putting green. With wireless Internet access and beautifully decorated units, this resort offers all you need for a relaxing getaway.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$526
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A 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 #253A 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 #253A Features: Hotel room in the Green Building



Bedding: 1 Queen



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 amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

7538-173192

About the area

Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kelsey's on Cortez - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A 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 Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA?

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA on 22 Sept 2025 start from AU$525.76, 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 Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key apartment 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).

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Beachside Studio in Longboat Key - Silver Sands #253A Resort by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Family gathering

It was a wonderful place to stay with easy access to pool and beautiful beach!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette E.

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

Lovely Longboat

Easy check, great location, good accommodation. Enjoyed our stay and will return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Wonderful Stay

I really enjoyed my stay at the Silver Sands and will recommend your property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Janis W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Nice Beach Access

Very nice beach close to condo with lounge chairs. Condo was sufficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

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

Relaxing beach

Basic room but we came to longboat for the beach and that did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Recent guest

The location was great, management pleasant and helpful… I do think this room needs a bed with a new mattress as well as a chair to sit in…
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

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

Excellent

Very nice. Beach is excellent. Pool area is good. Room is what was to be expected and comfortable..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Beach tranquility

The property was "Old Florida" but clean and pleasant. The pool was a lovely alternative to the beach and not over run by children. The beach was fantastic- it was natural and not crowded. Walking on the beach everyday was restorative and tranquil.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

As Advertised

No surprises. The room and property came as advertised. Great location, staff was very friendly and amenities were great too. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

Silver Sands Spring 2024

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: We enjoyed our stay at Silver Sands very much. The location is perfect. Easy access to the beach. Nice beach chairs available daily at the pool and beach. Located close to many delicious restaurants. Our only complaint was our room was tiny. This is no fault of the property owners just didn’t realize how cramped we would feel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela t.

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

Beach heaven....

Second time here....beach is pristine...sand soft and white..the Gulf at her finest. The staff particularly MARGARET went out of her way to accommodate....so helpful and friendly. Met wonderful people...overall a great vibe. no elevator...........i had to schlep upstairs but no big deal. Ill be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Fantastic Location

Access to the quiet, private beach was fantastic. There are plenty of lounge chairs on the beach for use by residents and umbrellas in each unit. I could overlook the outdated condo for the sake of having a great location and access to the gorgeous, quiet beach. There was not elevator access to my room on the second floor so I suggest requesting a lower level room if you are unable to carry luggage up and down a flight of stairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer G.

Ugh

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: It appeared to be a cute, quaint rental on the beach. It was on the beach, but was not what it seemed. Everything was old and dingy including the mattress which sagged toward the headboard. The walls were so thin that we could hear actual words spoken at normal volume in the rooms surrounding ours. Front desk personnel was delightful. We stayed there one night, then found a different place for the remaining 3 nights; better to spend more than stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

A guest from Saint Cloud, FL

Silver Sands Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Loved the location and the private, non-busy beach.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julianne H.

Another great vacation at Silver Sands!

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 had such a great time and accommodations this year. We were attached to my sister so we had what felt like a large apartment. Loved the pool and beach with umbrella provided by sillver Sands. Margaret was fantastic in meeting all of our needs and being present around the community!
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

Longboat Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: Awesome !
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8/10 Good

A guest from Eagan, MN

Silver Sands Review

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: I enjoyed my 4 day stay at Silver Sands very much. Location is fabulous; short walk to the beach. Margaret and the other Staff takes excellent care of the pool and other common areas. Pool is always sparkling clean. Rooms vary apparently as they are individually owned and the furniture and other amenities depend on what the owner's have provided. My room was just "OK". It's a different type of resort experience than I am accustomed to as there is no regular housekeeping in the rooms. Nothing cleaned and used towels and beach towels accumulate but if guest wants to, they can take used towels to laundry area and get clean ones. Just different I guess in. this type of operation.My one huge concern though is there is NO RECYCLING at this location; nothing that I saw. Just a shame to see dozens of perfectly recyclable items - plastic water bottles, aluminum cans, milk jugs, paper, etc. etc going out in the trash. Recycling has been common place for decades and I don't understand why a resort in such a prime location would not have it and not promote it? Publix supermarket a few miles away has recycling containers by their store for all common recyclables. This should be available at Silver Sands - guests should not have to haul recyclable items elsewhere.
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10/10 Excellent

Aracelis M.

Anniversary 42nd

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: it was very nice this is my 3rd time at silver Sands and I can't wait to go again.

8/10 Good

Lisette W.

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

Great budget friendly place

Overall very good, but for budget vacationers. You're renting a room with little amenities, but for us it was fine. Room could have been cleaner. Pool, beach and grounds were very nice and Ryan was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay. Away from the hustle and bustle of Anna Maria Island. Great beach front.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Beach Vacation

Love the property and the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Perfect spot for a night

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: My husband and I needed an economical place to stay to fill a hiatus in our travels. This was the prefect spot on the beach. The space is exactly as it appears in the photos and it was clean. We took advantage of the privileges at The Cedars resort and made friends at the tiki bar. We also enjoyed dining at The Lazy Lobster and hopped around Bridge St. on Anna Maria Island - all in close proximity. The resort provided everything we needed to enjoy lounging on the beach - towels, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and even sand toys for kids. We are looking forward to a second return before the year ends.

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN H., BELFAST

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

A great break!

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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

James O.

Vacation Review Jim O'Rourke

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: We stayed in a hotel room efficiency unit. It was very clean. I loved the location. It is situated very close to Brandenton Beach and St. Armans Circle. We also enjoyed the easy access to the beach and pool.There were many great restaurants in close proximity. We are interested in renting a unit for the entire month of March. Because we are planning to stay for a month and not ten days we need a one bedroom condo. We are planning to book with Silver Sands if there is availability and a one bedroom unit. We were highly impressed with the Silver Sands facility.

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
liked the location, although our room was facing parking lot. It was short walk to beautiful beach . Window air conditioner was louder than optimal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022