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Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet!

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Longboat Key Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet!

**Luxury Gulf-View Condo on Florida’s Most Exclusive Beach – Longboat Key**

Welcome to your slice of paradise on Florida’s most exclusive beach. This beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo on Longboat Key offers unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico and is just steps from the wide powdery white sand beach and turquoise waters.

Relax and unwind in a spacious, coastal-inspired retreat featuring a large enclosed lanai—perfect for enjoying breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable stay, including a 65-inch flat-screen HDTV and thoughtfully designed living spaces.

**Highlights:**

• Unobstructed Gulf of Mexico views
• Only steps to the beach
• Large enclosed lanai for sunset viewing
• 2 bedrooms / 2 full bathrooms
• 65” HDTV and fully equipped living space
• Access to community pool, tennis and pickle ball courts

**Location & Lifestyle:**

Longboat Key is known for its manicured beauty, sugar-white beaches, and tranquil atmosphere. From your condo, enjoy sweeping views of both Sarasota Bay and the Gulf. The surrounding waters are home to dolphins, manatees, and vibrant marine life, while pelicans and osprey soar overhead.

Whether you’re shelling along the shoreline, biking scenic island paths, golfing at nearby courses, or dining at upscale waterfront restaurants, the possibilities are endless.

**Nearby Attractions:**

• St. Armands Circle shopping & fine dining
• Downtown Sarasota arts & culture
• World-class golf courses
• Day trips to Orlando & Disney (approx. 115 miles)

**Why You’ll Love It:**

This condo offers the perfect blend of location, comfort, and exclusivity—making it ideal for a relaxing vacation, seasonal escape, or extended stay on Longboat Key.

Book your stay today and experience the beauty, serenity, and luxury of **Florida’s most exclusive beach**.


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 401362vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Longboat Key Beaches and Bradenton Beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannons Marina - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Coquina Beach - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 40 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pork Belly's Eatery And Catering Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cortez Clam Factory - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Can't Get Closer to the Beach Without Getting Your Feet Wet! located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Longboat Key Beaches and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Jewfish Key are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

beach condo

great beach location; amazing sunsets
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2022
Thanks Robert. Thanks for your patience in getting the Internet problem fixed. Xfinity's customer service could stand some improvement. Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Longboat Key

Great location, beautiful beach, friendly neighbors, and it was near perfect weather every day.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2021
Thanks Nancy. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay! Mark
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Perfect for us

The accommodation at Covert III were just what we were looking for: clean, right on the beautiful beach, very comfortable, everything we needed. Had a wonderful time of relaxation and family time together.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind words Martha. We were happy to have you and grad you had such a good time. Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

LBK beautiful but crowded!

We loved the property, though it is dated. The beach on LBK is beautiful and the only knock on the area is how awful the traffic is. We decided to grab lunch at a place 6 miles away and it was a 45 min drive, which wasn’t unusual. You have to factor traffic in everything! Also and almost ironically, it’s near impossible to get dinner reservations. Other than that, loved it all!
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Ed H.

Another great vacation at Longboat Key's Covert Properties

This is our 6th visit to LBK and first to this particular unit of the three Covert properties. We leased a first floor unit of Covert II that enabled us to walk right out to the beach (100 feet) that provided easy access. The pool in Covert II is very nice and offers a respite from the sand (which was blowing some due to 12-15 MPH winds on several days). Overall the unit was in good repair and comfortable. The owner responded quickly to some emails so we were please with his responsiveness. LBK is a great vacation spot with access to other beaches, Sarasota and a host of great restaurants. Our new restaurant favorite is the Bayou Tavern (Italian and pizza); excellent authentic Italian food. Established favorites continue to be Harry's Continental Kitchen (superb), The Lazy Lobster, Drydock, and Marvista. The famous Columbia Reataurant is good but beware of the loud environment. Do rent bikes because LBK is very bike friendly.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Glad you had a great vacation. Just one correction. This is Covert III (3). Covert II is next door going north on the beach. They were built by the same developer, so they look similar.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Mike B.

Everything as promised...

And nothing more. First floor walk out to the beautiful beach. The condo itself needs serious updating. The place is so full of mirrors it feels like a funhouse. If you're older and a bit overweight, like myself, you will be constantly reminded of it. The furniture is old, smelly and uncomfortable. The bed was comfortable. The shower drain is slow, so you end up standing in a puddle of dirty water. Laundry is on the 2nd floor. Word had it that this is the only condo in the building that doesn't have its own. Considering the rather exclusive nature of the surrounding neighborhood, one would expect better upkeep.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Sorry for the problems you experience during your stay. I can't do anything for your body image. Being on the first floor is GREAT! But there are two drawbacks. Your so close to the beach the sand doesn't have time to fall off your feet, gets tracked into the condo and ends up clogging the shower drain. If you were standing in a puddle of dirty water, that indicates you were one of them. Second problem is the first floor condos don't have a dryer exhaust, Distance to roof too far. So, whoever told you this is the only condo without a dryer was incorrect. I can't do anything about the physics of dryer lint.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

All good.

All good.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

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

Great stay and steps to the beach

Great property with an awesome sunroom overlooking the gulf! Steps to the beach!! Everything we needed for a relaxing week on Longboat Key, will definitely look to stay at this property again! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Overall satisfied

Nice would recommend to others
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Location! Location! Location!

Mark was excellent to work with and the condo was perfect!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

The location of this property was wonderful. You can look out at the gulf from the living room and master bedroom. The owner was easy to contact. The condo could use a little updating and maintenance. We used the toaster the first morning and realized we could only safely use one slot because the heating element is sticking out. I know these things will wear out from so much use periodically. There is a little bit of a musty smell in both bedroom closets. But it wasn't enough to bother my allergies. The kitchen was equipped with everything been needed. It could use a flipper/spatula for the grill. The grounds are gorgeous. It was a great place to relax for a week and get quality family time and it is literally steps from the gulf/beach. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2021
Hi Casey, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. I wish you'd told me about the toaster. I could have had a new one there in a day. But, will follow up. Its the only way I know that something isn't working. Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID L.

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

Long Boat Gem

Wonderful location with the beach outside your door. Can’t wait to visit again!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2021
Thanks David, I've always gratified when a guest enjoys their stay. See you next year! Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Sunsets galore

Absolutely stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico !!! Simply open the glass sliders...walk a few steps...you are on the sand.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence V.

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

Great Location

The location of this condo could not be any better. It has walk out access to a wonderful beach. Great place!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great condo.

New furniture is very nice and comfortable. The beach and view are awesome. I cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

Paradise

Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us. We loved it! The location of the first floor condo afforded amazing sunset dinners and walks out to the beach. Just beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind comments. I'm always happy when a guest has a good experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Loved our stay on Longboat Key!

We couldn't have asked for a better week away with our kids. The condo is right on the beach and we watched beautiful sunsets from our lanai every night. The pool was a perfect temperature, and we enjoyed the easy access to both the pool and the beach. The only thing that would have made it better is having faster wifi in the condo, but other than that small detail it was a perfect stay. Thanks for making this a wonderful week for us with our family at Longboat Key!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
I am always happy when someone enjoys their stay on LBK as much as we do. Please remember us for your next vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom Q.

Excellent Experience and Location

Although this condo has all the amenities you'd want, admittedly there are newer condos, bigger condos and more deluxe condos on LBK, but none with a better location or beach side experience. It's a wonderful place. We've repeated for five years now and plan on a sixth. Highly recommended.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beach just outside the door on LBK

Wonderful condo on the Gulf of Mexico. Comfy new living room furniture made it very nice for us to watch the big screen TV when we were tired from walking the beach. I'll stay here again.
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Loved it

Being so close to beach was wonderful. The only complaint was, when we arrived ther was no toilet paper, not wven one square.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Wonderful Vacation Location

Another great stay on Longboat Key. New furniture, flat screen TV, and stove are great additions.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Another Sun Soaked Holiday

We live in cold dreary Copenhagen and look forward to our 3 weeks of sun and white beaches at this condo each year. This was the fourth stay at this condo and we've already already booked our 2018 vacation. We did have a couple of cool days, its December, after all. So its nice to be able to close of the Lanai with the outer sliding doors to be able to lounge in comfort while still enjoying the view of the beach and ocean. Owner needs to update their VRBO website with new photos showing the new furniture, 4K television, and glass top range.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jolie Ann S.

Beautiful!!!

Great location - only steps away from the beach and the pool. We can't wait to come back, again! (and again!)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Roger S.

Good location

Tired decor
Archival

4/10 Poor

Lynda J.

Longboat Key is a beautiful place. Great beaches, shopping, and great places to eat !

The condo area is beautiful, very well kept. Great location. However this condo isn't completely renovated as described here. Yes there has been work done but more to do. Living room furniture is VERY dirty. If you're okay with the refrigerator having open jars of food from previous guest and other open food in the cabinets this my be your place. We felt like we walked into someone else's personal space.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
Sorry you were disappointed. I send every renter a welcome document that states you might find various condiments in the kitchen. If they bother you, throw them out. I have a number of repeat renters that appreciate not having to buy ketchup, mustard, salad dressing, sugar, etc, for a short stay. You are renting a home with VRBO, not staying at a hotel. And if you do stay in a hotel, there will be open condiment bottles in the restaurant.

About the host

Your host

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My parents bought this condo before it was built in 1975. I have spent every vacation since on this wonderful island. Its very peaceful and my way of escaping the grind of everyday life.

Why they chose this property

Condo is just 15 units of remote owners. Most times there are only three to five units occupied, so no contention for the tennis court, pool, or beach. Very private.

What makes this property unique

Near private beaches. LBK is all vacation homes, so not many people on the beach on any given day.

Seafood caught that day. See locations of Cortez Seafood and Star Fish
Seafood. About a 15 minute drive from the condo.

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