A family-friendly stay in Longboat Key awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Jewfish Key and Longboat Key Beaches within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 4 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A memory foam bed, a living room and a TV are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a games room and a garden. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Longboat Key holiday home include Lido Beach and Coquina Beach.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 6 min drive
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - 6 min drive
Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - 6 min drive
Drift-In Liquors - 6 min drive
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets
Set on 2 acres of land on a 38 acre private island, this award winning home will provide an island vacation experience for you and your family like no other.
The house has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and an outdoor shower. All rooms view out over the azure waters of Longboat Pass, with 300 feet of beachfront, palm trees, shaded hammocks, and private dock.
Boat Access - Reasonably priced discounted local boat rentals are available for our guests from Cannons Marina on Longboat Key or Bradenton Beach Marina - both a short distance away from the Island in protected well marked Inter-coastal waters. Or bring your own boat.
House - The house opens on both the east and west side with 4 pocketing 12 foot sliding doors opening onto large screened decks for lounging and dining.
Sleeping - The main floor Master bedroom deck has an outdoor claw-foot tub with hot and cold water and private bath with large shower. One of the upstairs 2-room bedroom suites sleeps up to 5, and the other sleeps 3. Both have private baths. All bedrooms open onto decks overlooking the azure color of our water and daily sunsets. Bed totals = 4 queen custom made beds with one capable of being separated for two twins + 4 X-long twins. All Linens and towels are provided.
Kitchen - Fully equipped kitchen with Sub-Zero, Wolf and Kitchen Aid Appliances, as well as a Kitchen Aid food processor and Vita-mix blender, coffee maker, Kureg Pod Machine. Sonos Sound system with wireless streaming and High Speed Wifi. Surrounded by fine-dining, one of the prettiest beaches and amazing fishing, there is plenty to keep you busy – or swing in the hammocks and order Pizza to be delivered to the town dock.
The house faces west for spectacular sunsets. You are surrounded by pristine boating and swimming water the best gulf and bay fishing on the west coast of Florida. You will have use of 2 stand up paddle boards, 2 double person kayaks, 2 children's kayaks and a canoe. We also have a variety of fishing poles but for serious fisherman you should bring your own salt water fly or cast rods. Surrounded by Wildlife. During a typical stay you will see dolphins playing off the beach, manatees often, tarpon, sea turtles and a large array of gulf coast fish. For bird lovers you will see and hear osprey, great horned owls, pileated woodpeckers, great blue herons, egrets, wood storks, roseate spoonbills, screech owls, white and brown pelicans, frigates, cormorants, anhingas and many other sea birds. There are no poisonous snakes or other dangerous wildlife on island....
Fishing. Fly and cast fishing is epic as the waters surrounding the island are nick-names by the locals as "The Kitchen" - and are teeming with gulf-coast fish.
Beach-combing is also wonderful on property and on the large sandbar to our north. Exploring our private island is fun for all. The kids will enjoy the 200' Zip line.
There is High speed internet with Apple TV, Smart TV and Sonos with access to Netflix, Amazon and other movie options. Residential Rental Cert. RRR-00843.2023
Note from host: Smoking permitted on covered patio lounges.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
No Parties of more than the maximum allowed number of guests unless owner provides a specific waiver, at owners sole discretion.
We require a minimum of 24 hours buffer between inbound and outbound guests to properly clean, disinfect and prepare the property for incoming guests.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: $350 pet fee per week
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Lots of toys/games/low entry beach
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted on covered patio lounges.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets?
Yep, Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets is a short 10-minute walk from Longboat Key Beaches.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.
Does Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
What luxury perks are available at Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as memory foam beds and a fireplace.
What makes Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, memory foam beds, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets.
Is Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as children's books and travel cots, it's no surprise that Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets?
No, Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Private Island Retreat with Private Beach, Dock, Palm Trees & Glorious Sunsets?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.