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Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA

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A living room with a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A covered outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean and greenery.
A modern building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with blinds.
A two-story house with a balcony overlooking a well-maintained garden and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 686 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Longboat Key

At this condo you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Cannons Marina. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A lanai, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cannons Marina - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 41 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Tampa Bay - 51 min drive - 49.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Nonna's Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cortez Clam Factory - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA

Beach Castle Resort #1 | Gulf-Front 2-Bedroom Vacation Rental on Longboat Key



Escape to paradise at Beach Castle Resort #1, a beautifully updated Gulf-front vacation rental on Longboat Key, Florida, offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico and direct access to one of Florida's most pristine white-sand beaches. This spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom beachfront condo is located on the first floor, making it easy to enjoy the beach, heated pool, and resort amenities just steps from your door.



Designed with classic Florida charm and modern comforts, this inviting condo features a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and updated appliances, a spacious living area, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs with Netflix, and a private lanai where you can relax while listening to the soothing sounds of the Gulf. The unit comfortably accommodates families and groups with a king bedroom, a guest bedroom featuring two queen beds, and a sleeper sofa in the living room.



Nestled midway along the exclusive island of Longboat Key, Beach Castle Resort offers the perfect combination of peaceful seclusion and resort-style amenities. Guests enjoy a heated beachfront swimming pool, relaxing hot tub, private beach access, complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas, barbecue grills, complimentary laundry facilities, boat docks (first-come, first-served), and beautifully landscaped tropical grounds stretching from Sarasota Bay to the Gulf of Mexico. Launch a kayak from the bayside, fish from the community dock, watch native birds, or experience unforgettable sunsets over the Gulf—all without leaving the property.



As an added bonus, guests receive optional temporary membership privileges at Cedars Tennis Resort, including access to Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball courts, a Junior Olympic heated pool, fitness center, community bicycles, and a fishing pier (subject to availability).



Whether you're planning a romantic beach escape, a family vacation, or an extended stay on Florida's Gulf Coast, Beach Castle Resort #1 offers everything you need for an unforgettable Longboat Key beach vacation. Conveniently located near St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, Sarasota attractions, championship golf courses, waterfront restaurants, boutique shopping, and endless outdoor adventures, this Gulf-front retreat is the perfect home base for exploring the best of Florida's Suncoast.



Highlights:

• Gulf-front first-floor condominium with spectacular beach views

• Direct private beach access

• Two bedrooms, two bathrooms

• Sleeps up to 8 guests

• King bed, two queen beds, and sleeper sofa

• Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and updated appliances

• Complimentary Wi-Fi and Smart TVs with Netflix

• Private lanai overlooking the Gulf

• Heated community pool and hot tub

• Complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas

• Shared boat docks (first-come, first-served)

• Complimentary laundry facilities

• Optional access to Cedars Tennis Resort amenities

• Assigned parking for one vehicle

• Smoke-free and pet-free property



Discover why Beach Castle Resort remains one of the most sought-after Longboat Key beachfront vacation rentals, where unforgettable sunsets, sugar-white beaches, and relaxing island living create memories that last a lifetime.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 927 square feet

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

Yep, Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

Yep, Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA is a short 3-minute walk from Longboat Key Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Does Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

What makes Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private lanais help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA.

Is there a private hot tub at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

No, Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beachfront Bliss: Beach Castle #1 by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beach Castle 1

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Great location. Unit needs some maintenance, but was clean and comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sand Castle beach resort.

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: Third time staying here. Great property and fabulous beach. Thank you for supplying umbrellas and beach chairs. Easy walk to great restaurants too which was a plus.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Location was great. Apartment is spacious and very well equipped. I only has a suggestion to fix some of the little things like the doors of the cabinets, caulking around shower, shower head pressure and other minor maintenance things.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Enjoyable getaway!

Wonderful location on the beach. Clean accommodations that were comfortable and well stocked. Lovely relaxing vacation spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

Steps away from a wonderful beach! The condo was very comfortable, we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacay

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: Loved the property and beach
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great weekend.will come again

We all had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good vacation

Overall, nice place. Office staff were very kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation

Superbly located near the beach, yet fairly private. Nice and roomy, kitchen functional, the lanai large and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

Perfect location to relax. Quiet area and beach is not crowded. Many restaurants/shopping nearby. Plenty of space in condo for 4 adults. Management was wonderful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Loved how close we were to the beach. Loved being in the sun and playing picklebal

Easy and lovely. Will do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

We enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect and special kudos for our front desk Ted he gave us the right information to where to go and things we could do during our stay. We have a blast. We will come back👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

The rental company was on top of everything ,received several emails going into the trip. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very nice

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: Room was clean and very nice!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

1st View of Gulf of America

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: I have been wanting a trip to the beach for years, but physcial conditions delayed my wishes. I love Long Boat Key. Our rental was perfect,the beach outside our door. I did not want to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect 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: Beach Castle Resort #1 is awesome. Clean accommodations, comfortable beds, well appointed. Location has direct access to the beach. The other side of the property has the pool and harbor access. Too expensive to book for next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another great 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: We were moved to Beach Castle as our original booking at Outrigger became unavailable after scheduled. RVA was great, even though I was upset with what happened. Beach Castle was a nice condo building, it was clean and comfortable. The beach chairs and umbrellas were great along with the grill. We had a leak in the guest shower and it was fixed as soon as we reported it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location

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: Can't beat the location. Unit could use some tlc but ultimately the beach access, walking distance to tennis, pickleball, restaurants, and sunsets outweigh the old grout, and tired linens and appliances. Chairs, beach towels, and umbrellas provided. Owners as well as management really seem to want your vacation to be great and that counts for a lot!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best Vacation EVER!!!

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: Our rental was clean, beautifully decorated, perfectly situated with a stunning view of the gulf to wake up to every morning. There was plenty of room for the 6 of us. We loved having turtles and a variety of exotic birds to watch from our screened in porch. The location of this condo made it so convenient to run back and grab anything we forgot when we were playing at the beach. Loved the split bedroom layout. It was a quiet and restful environment. Just what we needed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

This was my first time renting at Beach Castle. It was cleaned and well presented. My only criticism is that the place had an odor. The master bath had a strong odor as well. I did informed housekeeping when we checked out. Hopefully they’ll take care of before the next guests. You can’t beat the location and the quiet beach. I don’t think I’ll be returning because I think the price it’s to high.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Returning family guest, birthday trip.

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was not clean at all and had a dingy smell upon entering that didn’t go away. We had to purchase air freshener. Porch was so dirty (dead roaches as well) we couldn’t use it. Garbage disposal and many of the electrical outlets (master, kitchen, living room) did not work. Only one functioning lamp in the living room. Most of the kitchen items were dirty and/or need to replaced. You can’t beat the location and the kids enjoy the pool. We love this area and have stayed in other units here without a problem, but this unit, we will never rent again.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Beautiful beach

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: I have stayed in this unit a few times now and after this last visit, I will not be renting unit one. The pros: great proximity to the beach, very easy to walk to and from your room to the beach. The cons: as other reviewers have stated, this unit is dirty. It could use a very deep cleaning. I stayed here previously in September 2022 and I found live cockroaches. Same thing on this most recent trip- every single day we found either a dead cockroach, or a live cockroach. I think they were coming up through a hole in the base of the toilet where there should’ve been a screw (guest bathroom). We finally plugged the hole with toilet paper hoping for no more roaches. Also, in the guest bathroom, the shower and/or toilet smelled of sewer gas very badly. To the point that i could not sleep in the bedroom bc the smell kept me awake. For the amount of money spent (over $600 per night), these should not be problems to deal with.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Unit 1

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. 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: Loved the location. It is pretty clear that this is a rental. The pans were in bad shape, the garbage can lid was broken, the laundry baskets were broken, and we had to do a lot of cleaning when we arrived. But my wife is a clean freak. An example was dirty placemats on the table. Sinks were not clean in the bathrooms or kitchen and one shower had mold in the corners. Other little annoying things, were the clock on the wall had a dead battery and mismatched wine glasses, plates, and coffee cups. We went and bought a cheese grater and wine opener and a few other utensils we just left there. A bigger issue for me was the pillowcases were too small for the pillows, so part of the pillow would stick out. A couple of hundred people probably have used the pillow, so that was unpleasant. For the price they charge per week, the place could use a little love. All that being said.... We are going again next year. We LOVE the location and life on Long Boat. The beach is very quiet and the location was peaceful. No large or loud parties anywhere close. Sean at the office was very helpful and friendly. We found a restaurant on the north end of the island. Mar Vista. It is a must-see awesome food and atmosphere. Salarnos Pizza was good too. Get the garlic knots. You will love the sunsets, they are beautiful and right out your door.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Somewhat disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: We have stayed at beach castle for several years, in several different units. The beach castle area is wonderful, loved the close access to the beach and the pool, and the bay close by is wonderful as well. I was disappointed in the cleanliness of the unit, the upkeep of the unit and the response from RVA. 1. We checked the booking of the condo for the night before our arrival and saw there it was not rented the night before, so I contacted RVA about an early checkin. I was told that a supervisor had to check the unit and would get back to me. 3 hours later I had not heard anything. We decided to drive to beach castle and see if we could talk to someone, only to find out that it is managed by RVA and beach castle people can’t help us, so I called again and was told that the supervisor hadn’t responded, but they would let us know. We walked over to the unit to look around and someone showed up checking the unit. He said it was clean but that he had to check the TVs. (Will come back to this later) we were able to get the early checkin so that was nice. When we got into the unit, it appeared ok on the surface. The fridge is very rusted on the front of the door and the drawers are broken. We also found that the dishes in the cabinets were all dirty. We had to rewash each dish prior to using it. We also found there was trash and items under the beds and couches that hadn’t been swept from prior renters. Beds were made and everything else appeared that the cleaners had already come in, they just didn’t clean very thoroughly. We also discovered that the tv in the living room moved incredibly slow, and the two bedroom TVs did not work. I called RVA and they came out after two days. The other tv they scheduled someone to come fix between 8-10am and they never showed. I called back and never heard back the rest of the trip. Outside the unit there were nasty wasps. I asked if someone could come spray. No one came.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Unit 2 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: See unit 9 review

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