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Seaside Escape – Beach Castle #24 by RVA

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A sandy beach path flanked by dense green foliage leading to the ocean.
A hallway with framed artwork of a sailboat and the text "SARASOTA FLORIDA".
Flat-screen TV, DVD player, stereo, offices
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a skylight.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees and a house.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannons Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Seaside Escape – Beach Castle #24 by RVA

Beach Castle Resort #24 | Bayfront Vacation Rental on Longboat Key

Escape to Beach Castle Resort #24, a beautifully updated bayfront vacation rental on Longboat Key offering stunning Sarasota Bay views and private beach access to the Gulf of Mexico. This charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo is perfect for couples, small families, or anyone seeking a peaceful Florida Gulf Coast getaway.

Wake up to breathtaking bay views from your private lanai, then relax in a bright, coastal-inspired living space featuring a king bedroom, full-size sleeper sofa, Smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, keyless entry, and a fully equipped kitchen with updated appliances. Accommodating up to four guests, Unit #24 combines modern comforts with the relaxed charm of island living.

Beach Castle Resort is one of the few beach-to-bay resorts on Longboat Key, offering guests access to both Sarasota Bay and the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf. Enjoy a heated community pool, hot tub, private beach access with complimentary lounge chairs and umbrellas, shared boat docks, outdoor grills, complimentary laundry facilities, and beautifully landscaped tropical grounds..

Guests also have the option of temporary membership privileges at Cedars Tennis Resort, including Har-Tru tennis and pickleball courts (after 1 p.m. and subject to availability), a Junior Olympic heated pool, fitness center, community bicycles, and fishing pier.

Conveniently located near St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, Anna Maria Island, waterfront dining, shopping, golf, and outdoor recreation, Beach Castle Resort #24 is the perfect home base for your Longboat Key beach vacation.

Property Highlights:
• Bayfront one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo
• Private lanai with Sarasota Bay views
• Sleeps up to 4 guests
• King bed and full-size sleeper sofa
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Smart TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi
• Heated pool and hot tub
• Private Gulf beach access
• Complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas
• Shared boat docks
• Optional Cedars Tennis Resort privileges
• Assigned parking
• Smoke-free and pet-free property

Experience the perfect combination of bayfront tranquility, Gulf beach access, and resort amenities at Beach Castle Resort #24, one of the premier Longboat Key vacation rentals for couples and small families.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Longboat Key Beaches. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and lanai
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Longboat Key Beaches and 6 minutes by car from Coquina Beach
This condo offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Longboat Key condo is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer

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 sea
  • 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

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

7538-172952

Seaside Escape – Beach Castle #24 by RVA Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was clean, nicely decorated, comfy king bed and the property was charming and quiet.Appreciated the back deck and view of the bay.Also convenient to many restaurants and the beach.Also loved access to the club down the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was simple and receptionist was on site to answer additional questions. Walking across street to beach, beach chairs and umbrellas available. The only challenge i have had was i left a dress behind and haven't heard back about getting it, more on me though.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was lovely and pictures and description were very accurate. Loved the screened patio and the great views of the bay. Condo was very clean and furniture was comfortable, including the beds. The beach was literally across the street and there were always plenty of lounge chairs and umbrellas available no matter what time we went down to the beach. There were even a few restaurants in walking distance. My only suggestion would be to better equip the kitchen. We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great location, great view of the bay and short walk to the beach.

Would definitely stay there again !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Very clean and comfortable.

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: Would prefer ground floor but this property’s screen porch was very good. Would suggest a bit more comfortable furniture on the screen porch. Overall nice location on the key and very nice unit including the pool!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, nice back patio, happy about the check in call prior to arrival and it was easy to check in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dane S.

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

Perfect Retreat

It was just as advertised...great bay view and a very short walk to the gulf side!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A.

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

Great place

Comfortable, clean and spacious. Thanks for a great lace to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T.

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

Beach/bay getaway

This was the perfect location for a short trip to Long Boat Key. It was close to Harry’s Kitchens, one of our favorite restaurants and deli. The condo was very comfortable and met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doni M.

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

Resting, photography and beautiful sunrises and sunsets

Absolutely wonderful … I have a photograph I wanted to add.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shalini R.

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

Beautiful

Amazing sunrise and sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

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

Beach Castle

We love longboat key and there are so many wonderful places to stay. The beach castle was no different. Clean, beautiful bay view, and close to everything you could possibly want on longboat key.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Perfect 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: My and I rented this condo for a week to celebrate our wedding anniversary... We had such a nice time and we would highly recommend staying here. There is plenty to do and see around the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

nice

enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H. O.

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

This is a well-maintained property with a tropical vibe.

The unit was tidy and clean equipped with all the necessary appliances and utensils needed whether for a long weekend or months-long visit. Property has both bay and beach access to beautiful white sand of the Gulf of Mexico.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Rest Relax

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: All good.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Christmas 2023

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: .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

The Longboat Experience

Cozy quarters Nicely decorated Very Quiet Beautiful view of the bay Fantastic pool along with access to pool accessories. Easy walk to ocean across the street. Plenty of chairs at beach area.. Amazing sunsets. Parking was great along with free access of laundry facilities. Manager was accessible and accommodating. Overall a lovely and relaxing stay along with great restaurants in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

cathy l.

YaYa June 2023

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 Condo was clean and has a wonderful view of the bay from the back patio. Great location to restaurants. Across the street from the beautiful beach. Will definitely be back.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Tommy R.

1st time staying

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was very quiet and the bay view was nice. But overall cleanliness was lacking very dusty and had roaches and ants. Told property management and was told that the bug person was coming the day we checked out . We decided to give another RVA location a chance but have noticed the past two times staying with there managed property the bugs have been an issues as well as the cleanliness of the units .
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Keith B.

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

Longboat

Lousy service, dirty, no amenities on check-in. On site manager did not tend to needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ernest C.

An Unexpected Delight

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 rather last minute, as we were delayed in our return to the Philadelphia area due to weather. We chose Beach Castle, since we have rented there i each of the last three winters and love the area. Jeff Merkel is so professional and did a great job handling our needs and getting us checked in on a Sunday. Of course, Ted Palm, Beach Castle's property manager, is the best!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

Responsive to maintenance requests

Property manager changed outdoor lightbulb within minutes of being told about it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023