Location: Cabana Beach Club, Longboat Key, Florida South West, Florida, USA (46 mi. St.Pete/Clearwater airport; 53 mi. Tampa airport)
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 5-7)
Keywords: Low-rise Condominium
ENJOY this beautiful gulf front condominium located in charming Longboat Key, just north of Sarasota. Longboat Key is a quiet, lushly landscaped barrier island with no neon or fast food restaurants. It is considered to be one of the Gulf Coast's most beautiful and desirable communities. The area offers varied activities for "days off" from the beach including: bike rentals, Mote Acquarium (one of our favorites); high end shopping on St. Armand's Circle, the Pelican Sanctuary; the Ringling Museum of Art, the Asolo Theater, and many other cultural venues in nearby Sarasota. For those wanting to stay fit, a paved walking/biking/ jogging path set back from the road runs the length of Longboat Key, passing in front of our complex. There are also free, beautifully maintained public tennis courts overlooking the Bay nearby. The Central Gulf Coast area is also known for its many golf courses, with an estimated 79 courses in the vicinity.
The condo complex sits on a beautiful Gulf beach with beautifully landscaped grounds conveying a casual but elegant sensibility. It is a small, 11 unit complex without high rise giants nearby. The unit is only steps from the quiet, uncrowded beach. Grassy dunes roll over powdery white sand, leading to aquamarine surf...at times you feel as though you're on your own private beach.
Our immaculate unit overlooks the water, and boasts new furniture, appliances and accessories. It is well-stocked with just about everything you could need in the kitchen. We've added all the amenities we always wished were provided when we rented condos, including a large notebook filled with local information. The unit is designed with front and rear entries. A very substantial door separates the back bedroom and bath from the front bedroom, bath and living area. This is ideal for couples who might be sharing the unit, or for families with children as it provides increased privacy and quiet in the back bedroom area. Finally, you may appreciate the heated pool, and a charming patio area, surrounded by flowering bushes and native plantings. A gas grill is available for your use just outside our unit. A covered area with tables and chairs is also provided, should you want a larger area for entertaining under shelter.
Days can be spent discovering all the area has to offer, or simply beachcombing for shells, watching dolphins gracefully break the waves as they pass by. The warm, gentle Gulf waters make wading and swimming truly enjoyable. Picture yourself sitting on the white sand beach with family and friends, as the sun drops below the fiery horizon. Everyone should hold the memory of at least one spectacular Gulf of Mexico sunset in their hearts.
These are lovely accommodations, set in pristine tropical surroundings, where you can mix diverse activities with utter relaxation. Our condominium is designed for the beach lover in your soul. Come to Paradise.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : -- CENTRAL AIR
- Linens Provided
- Washer : -- *FREE* WASHER AND DRYER PROVIDED ON PROPERTY
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed : --NEW MATTRESS & BOX SPRINGS
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : -- NEW MATTRESSES & BOX SPRINGS
- Convertible Bed : -- QUEEN SIZE SOFA BED IN LIVINGROOM OVERLOOKING THE GULF -- ROLLAWAY BED ALSO AVAILABLE IN UNIT
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 36 IN.TV WITH SURROUND SOUND
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library : WIDE VARIETY OF VIDEOS AND BOOKS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR USE
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : -- NEW APPLIANCES, COFFEE MAKER, TOASTER, BLENDER, MIXER-- PRETTY MUCH EVERYTHING YOU WOULD NEED FOR COOKING AND BAKING
- Cooking Utensils Provided : -- VERY WELL-STOCKED KITCHEN
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : -- SHARED GAS GRILL ON PATIO JUST OUTSIDE OUR UNIT
- Deck/Patio : -- BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED PATIO AREA WITH GRILL, NUMEROUS TABLES,ETC.
- Lanai : -- ROOMY SCREENED BALCONY DIRECTLY OVERLOOKING THE GULF WITH TWO CHAIRS, TWO LOUNGE CHAIRS AND SMALL TABLES
- View/Location
- Beachfront : -- DIRECTLY ON BEAUTIFUL, QUIET BEACH AND ONLY 200 FT. FROM THE WATER
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : WiFi internet access is included!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : ---UNIT IS WELL-SUITED FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN. THERE ARE ONLY ELEVEN UNITS IN THE COMPLEX SO IT IS QUIET WITH FEW PEOPLE. ALSO, THE FRONT LIVING AREA IS SEPARATED FROM THE BACK BEDROON ALLOWING FOR QUIET AND PRIVACY IN THE BACK BEDROOM AREA. THERE IS A SEPARATE OUTSIDE ENTRANCE TO THE BACK BEDROOM/BATH AREA.
- Smoking Not Allowed : ---SMOKING ALLOWED ON THE BALCONY BUT NOT WITHIN THE UNIT.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan-April 2008 $6050/month,$1995/wk - In Season
May-Dec 2008 $5750/month,$1795/wk - Off Season
Please add $125 Cleaning Fee and 11.5% Florida Tax
One wk minimum, although shorter stays may be
Considered for last minute rentals. Please call to inquire.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Beautiful sunsets and walks on the beach steps from your condo! - Longboat Key Condo
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- Heated pool directly behind your unit. - Longboat Key Condo
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- View of spacious living room and kitchen from balcony. Includes sleeper sofa. - Longboat Key Condo
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- View of dining/ living area from balcony
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- Extremely well equipped kitchen. Everything you need for any kind of meal.
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- View of living area from entrance.
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- Master BR with queen size bed--note view of water & no building next door !
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- Second Bedroom. Cable TV included in this room as well.
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- Comfortable screened balcony directly on the water-Have your morning coffee here
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- Patio with grill right next to unit...additional tables & chairs are available
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- View of the complex from the beach. Yours is the lower left hand unit.
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- View of our the condo at night. Peaceful and relaxing!
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- Another gorgeous beach sight!
Traveler Reviews (15)
Amazing Stay on Amazing Longboat Key!
Guest: pinggirl
(Alabama)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 05/30/11
Glorious, marvelous, fabulous, amazing, stunning, rejuvenating...are just a few words to describe our stay at the Cabana Beach Club. Larry has gone to great lengths the ensure that his condo is amazingly well-equipped for comfort and convenience. I open a closet, and find laundry baskets. Walking around looking for a place to hang a towel...there are hangers on the back of each door. Well stocked kitchen, complete with convenient dry erase board to keep track of important notes/numbers/grocery list. Master bed is super comfortable, and our daughter has slept amazingly well in the twin bed. Condo filled with books, games, and magazines. AWESOME binder compiled by the owner with area information and activities. A second binder filled with local restaurant menus and comments to help you make a wise decision regarding dining choices. Longboat Key is even more amazing than I remember. Friendly people, impeccable beaches, clear ocean water, tons of family friendly activities! Thank you Larry for renting your condo out. We will most assuredly return in the future. Many family memories have been made!!
Owner response:We are very pleased that you had a very positive experience and are honered to know that we made a contribution to your family memories! We will continue to do everything we can to improve the experience of our guests! Thank you. We hope you return soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Paradise!
Guest: Houston Solution
(Sylacauga, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 07/20/10
I am so happy that we found this place! The pictures does not do it justice!! It's very large, quiet, clean and had everything we needed. Beach chairs, umbrella's sand toys and plenty of towels!! Beds were very comfy! The location was great..either direction you go there is plenty to do...4 miles from Bradenton..about 9 miles from Sarasota. The beach was fabulous..clean, lots of sea shells and beautiful clear water. Had a manatee swim close to us on two different days, also saw lots of dolphins. There was never more than 20 people on the beach. Access to the beach was wonderful...about 150 steps..you don't have to worry about carrying so much stuff because the condo is so close. Sunset and view was amazing! Loved being in the kitchen and being able to see the gulf. Can't wait to go back to this little piece of paradise!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Longboat Key Vacation
Guest: Jan
(Springfield, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/08/10
Review Submitted: 06/23/10
This condo was everything pictured and described in the ad. The owners seem to have thought of everything...from kitchen utensils to beach and bath towels to beach/pool toys to books and movies to the barbeque grills, etc. etc...We loved the proximity to the beach and the beautiful view from the balcony from sunrise to sunset every day we were there! There were fabulous restaurants within a few minutes of the condo. We loved our stay and would highly recommend this lovely condo...
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/07
Review Submitted: 04/05/07
This was in many ways a perfect fit for us. We had fine weather overall. The location is superb-20 min. from I-75; close (but not too close)to Tampa, St. Pete, Sarasota, Bradenton; on the uncongested north end of the key; and best of all, right on the beach where the walking and shelling and sunset-watching never grow tiresome. Out time slot was also great for us: mid to late January when the worst of winter rules back home. The unit and cluster are as appealing as anything we've seen on Longboat Key: clean, well-designed and landscaped, very private, good little pool, great view from the balcony. In sum, a near-perfect combo.
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Guest: PH
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Date of Stay: 12/10/06
Review Submitted: 12/10/06
Hello Larry, A very overdue thank you for all your help and advice. We had a lovely time at your condo. The whole experience was wonderful. The setting is out of this world. I still can't believe I've been there. I would love to return one day with the family. I hope you are fortunate enough to be able to spend plenty of time there yourself. Regards, PH
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Guest: RS
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Date of Stay: 11/29/06
Review Submitted: 11/29/06
Dear Larry and Beth, Our overall experience was excellent! We liked the view of the beach and your accomodations the most. We also rented an additional two other units for our children. You did a GREAT job in decorating. The unit looks very nice-especially the framed artwork. Stacey at the front desk was very helpful. We are alredy booked in your unit for next year and are looking forward to it!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/06
Review Submitted: 11/18/06
This is, by far, the most beautiful place we have ever rented. We loved being so close to the beach, which was clean, beautiful white sand, and had almost a private beach. The view of the beach from the veranda was spectacular, especially for watching sunsets. This condo is so well equipped and stocked that there was NOTHING we needed once we got there. They have thought of EVERYTHING to make your stay as pleasurable and hassle-free as possible. Nice supply of books and videos for us to enjoy. Lovely pool and beautiful landscaping. Remote, yet close to stores and wonderful restuarants. Brand new mattresses gave us a very restful nights sleep. We look forward to going back again and again, and hope to take our family with us next time. Very roomy with lots of sleeping accomodations. We HIGHLY recommend this lovely getaway condo.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/06
Review Submitted: 11/16/06
What a beautiful setting. I loved being able to walk for miles from the front door miles down the beach with barely a soul around. An energizing swim anytime just a few steps from the door. And, all the comforts and conveniences of home. The most relaxing vacation of my life.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/06
Review Submitted: 11/15/06
My husband and I have stayed in many different condos throughout the years and I can honestly say that not one can compare to this unit. From the moment we set foot inside, it was obvious that the owners had made every effort to make sure we had a stress free, relaxing time. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. The unit was very clean and well maintained, with a spacious dining area and living room from which there's a beautiful view of the water. In terms of the beach, I have never been so close to the water, and the beach was just as they described. The sand was so soft, clean, and white, and the water was warm and crystal clear. What surprised me most, however, was that for most of the week there was no one else (or very few) in sight on the beach! It truly was like having our own private place. I cannot recommend this location more highly and I cannot wait to come back to this unit! Thanks again! -Debbie and Connor Newark, New Jersey
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/06
Review Submitted: 11/14/06
This is a perfect relaxing vacation spot!!! Like a little piece of heaven! You have your own private beach with gorgeous white sand and it is quiet, relaxing, and just wonderful. The condo has everything you could ask for and is very spacious. The area is also nice and quiet, but has alot to offer nearby. It is not overrun with tourists. The condo has a book showing all of the things there are to do and also the menus from the many restaurants nearby. I highly recommend this condo for a wonderful, relaxing vacation. ENJOY!!!
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