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 #258 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 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 #258 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Orange Building. Includes views of both the pool and Gulf of Mexico from your private patio. Unit has recently received a luxury pillow top mattress topper for those that prefer a softer rest.
View: Pool/Gulf View
Bedding: 1 King, Sleeper Sofa
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
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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
About the neighborhood
Longboat Key
Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Longboat Key, FL
What's nearby
Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Coquina Beach - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
Lido Beach - 26 min drive - 15.6 km
Siesta Key Beach - 55 min drive - 34.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Cortez Clam Factory - 12 min drive
Starbucks - 15 min drive
Farmer's Market and Deli - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA?
As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA on Jul 12, 2026 start from $443, 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 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1BR Beach Oasis – Silver Sands #258, Longboat Key by RVA located?
Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is steps from Longboat Key Beaches and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Coquina Beach. Bradenton Beach and Cannons Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Great location. All staff members were very friendly. Older building that has been well maintained. Would stay there again.
Deb B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 26, 2024
Thank you for leaving us a review, we appreciate it. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and had a wonderful vacation. We would love to have you back soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
gerald z.
Jun 8, 2025
Silver sands
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Comfortable
gerald z.
Verified
8/10 Good
Melanie M.
Mar 3, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Longboat key
It was a good location. The price paid was high for what the property was.
Melanie M.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for your comments. We think you'll find our prices are competitive given this is our busiest (aka highest demand) season. In future, consider visiting us in the summer or fall months when the island is less crowded and the prices are often lower. We would love to have you back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
Aug 2, 2020
Excellent amenities!
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:
Condo was clean and had everything we needed. The only negatives were the hard mattress and the flat pillows.
Linda L.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 25, 2020
Thank you for the comments. The owner has approved a luxury mattress topper and new pillows have been purchased. We hope they will consider staying with us again.
My 19 year old son really liked the place so that should be praise enough since most of the time we only get grunts or nods out of him. Lol.
We enjoyed our short stay in this cozy unit right next to the Gulf. Beautiful sunset and walks on the beach.
Jennifer P.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 10, 2023
Hi Jennifer! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so happy that you had a wonderful stay at the Resort on Longboat Key. We would love to have you and your family back in the near future.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
John G.
Jun 11, 2023
Nice 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:
Clean condo. Could not use the dishwasher because it did not work properly and is stunk terrible. Location of the condo was great.
John G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sherri R.
Jul 16, 2020
Beach 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:
Always quick check in. Clint has our room ready when we get there. Property always in tiptop shape. Room is always clean and put together perfectly. We love our stays at Silver never disappoints.
Sherri R.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2020
Thank you for the kind words, we have always enjoyed hosting you.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lindsey R.
Feb 2, 2018
Very nice property. Pool not heated though.
Room was nice, but it’s an awkward layout - you enter into the bedroom first and then walk through to get to the kitchen living room area. Also the pullout couch bed was very uncomfortable, really only fit for a small child or the like.
Lindsey R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 27, 2022
Thank you for the comments.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rick L.
Dec 2, 2023
Silver Sands 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was 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:
Overall, it was a pleasant experience, great weather, great location, professional staff. Only downside was on three mornings we woke up to find roach type insects in the kitchen. They were upside down so we assume they were dying? We mentioned this to the person at the front desk and she said they were Palmetto bugs?
Rick L.
Verified
8/10 Good
Peggy F.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Great Accommodation
I was very happy with the actualAccommodation. Well Mainrained and great view of water and sunset. I arrived and the manager had left early and left keys which was great. But I was unaware this had lots of steps up to get to unit and no elevator that I found. So I , having had knee surgery earlier, couldn’t get my suitcase upstairs so I had to make several trips taking in just what I needed for one night. Only other “complaint” is that housecleaning knocked loudly on my door well before the 11:00 checkout and woke me up. I would recommend this unit but know that there are steep steps up.
Peggy F.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2025
Thank you for the comments and feedback.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Enoc Francisco D.
May 4, 2021
More then the pictures
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 much more than the pictures, extremely clean . Very comfortable bed and everything seemed simply upgraded.Loved the staff in the office, specially Emily. Extremely helpful with the greatest attitude. Went out of her way to help me with my phone so that I wouldn’t miss some important calls I was expecting. Great attitude, loves to please . Your very blessed to have such a wonderful employee. We’ll be back
Enoc Francisco D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian N.
Jan 10, 2024
Silver Sands 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:
Great spot right on the beach. Our unit #258 was set up nicely. Had everything we needed and we enjoyed our stay. Management is very friendly and accommodating. This is a great location about midway in the key and is an easy commute to locations. We have been to this place twice and would stay again.
Brian N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
Oct 11, 2023
Home away from home
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:
This was our second stay and both visits were perfect. The staff is exceptional and always available to assist. The grounds were all kept and I am looking forward to next visit.
Robert B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Deborah e.
Nov 13, 2022
Serene
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:
Loved the location, it was wonderful to be soclose to the beach.
Deborah e.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bart S.
Oct 11, 2022
A slice of pure Florida Paradise
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:
Great location, truly. Beautifully maintained and refurbished Florida Classic. This place is a dream.
Bart S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Betsy M.
Jul 20, 2022
Family Beach 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:
Our family has enjoyed getting together at the Silver Sands for many years! It is a great spot for a multigenerational vacation. The location right on the beach is perfect and the abundance of nearby restaurants is a plus.
Betsy M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Priscila S.
Sep 8, 2021
We had a good Stayed!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was 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:
We had a very good stayed, We have only one observation about bathroom’s clean, the mat inside bathtub needs be replacement urgently because it was very dirty.
worked very well for my wife and I good location, well kept property excellent beach will be back net year for a longer visit
tom f.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for the review - we would love to have you again next year!
Verified
8/10 Good
David L.
May 16, 2019
Great location, bigger than expected.
Quality stay - clean, convenient, lots of space in kitchen and for eating. Good mattress.
David L.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for the comments - we would love to have you back!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Evelyn K.
Mar 5, 2019
a wonderful week on Longboat Key
We enjoyed our week on beautiful Longboat Key and were very happy with our accomodations at Silver Sands.
Our unit was well-equiped with everything that we needed. The view from our balcony was lovely and the staff was always helpful.
We hope to return again next year.
Sincerely,
Evelyn and Fred Kletzin
Friesenheim, Germany
Evelyn K.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for the comments, we would love to have you back!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Debbie S.
Jul 26, 2017
Wonderful Vacation destination
Clean. Great location. Quite. Beautiful beach. Planning another stay next year.
Debbie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
6/10 Okay
Lorna F.
Mar 22, 2017
Nice property, daily cleaning and housekeeping needs work
This was our 1st visit to Silver Sands. We have been coming to LBK for over 10 years but stayed at other places. The property, grounds and beach are great ( although our unit needs a facelift). What kept this from 5 stars was the quality and attitude of the housekeeping staff. Towels are supppsed to be changed daily and weren't. Bed linen are to be changed every 3 days, but was only changed once in 2 weeks. When we asked for new towels, the cleaning lady couldn't understand us and also looked disappointed when we said we'd like our room cleaned. One day it was not cleaned at all. Finally, the management allows smoking in the lanais. I am disapppointed with this policy, because the smoke drifts around.
The people next to us were chain smokers and the smoke drifted into our lanai and caused us to stop using the lanai and keep the door closed to our unit.
Lorna F.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Our sincerest apology to this guest for a disappointing stay. These issues have been addressed; and we assure them we intend to provide excellent vacation experiences. We can also sympathize with the smoking policy concerns, and when able we are happy to move guests to a more accommodating location. We thank this guest for their constructive points and hope they will consider Silver Sands again for their next trip to Longboat Key.