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Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Ground Floor View of  Bayfront condo!
View of bay from East lanai.
Private walkway to beach for condo guests. The beach is just across the street.
Overview of condo, bay, and pickleball court.
Pickleball court (used to be tennis).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
  • Place, Coquina Beach
  • Place, IMG Academy
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master Bath

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views

Wake up every morning and have coffee from your front patio, just a few feet away from the Sarasota Bay. Play a round of pickleball and then walk a very short distance (<2 mins) to the condo's private pool or down the private beach path and swim in the Gulf of Mexico. This luxury condominium on Longboat Key is close to Sarasota and shops and restaurants of St. Armand's Circle.
This beautiful open-concept, updated condo has a fully updated kitchen with wine bar, beverage fridge, and tons of counter-space for fun and entertaining.
This ground floor unit has two bedrooms (1 king, one queen with adjustable motor to raise or lower the head of the bed), two full bathrooms, plus an office/den space that has a pullout full size sleeper couch. and a queen size sleeper sofa in the living rooom. Tons of closet space and a nice sized laundry room.

The office has a desk with a window facing the bay, so if you work from home, bring your computer and enjoy the views, peace, and quiet.

There is one parking space assigned to the unit and extra parking spaces for visiting guests.
Comes with everything you need - dishes, pots, pans, silverware, wi-fi, laundry room, 3 flat screen TVs, linens and towels (bath and beach), amazing bay views, and the beach just across the street.
In general, minimum lease is one month, starting on the first day of the month, and ending on the last day of the month. Willing to do a shorter term on a limited basis - please inquire.
The bay is just outside the condo. We see manatees and dolphins,sting rays lots of birds (herons, pelicans cranes, etc.), and beautiful views. For kayakers, Sarasota Bay is a terrific place to paddle, pedal, and fish. There is a kayak rental place just down the bay on the bayside, in easy walking distance.
Boat slip available upon request, depending on availability (reservation fee required).

Please note that we have recurring renters for the months January through March and we give them first priority to rent each year. We will know around the end of Jan 2026 or beginning of Feb 2026 if there will be any availability for Jan - Mar 2027. If you have any questions regarding late 2026 or 2027 bookings, please send an Inquiry.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small pets up to 25 pounds allowed with approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
For any beds that have been used, please remove all sheets, pillowcases, blankets, and leave them on the bed.
Trash: Remove opened food items and put in the trash. Remove trash from all trash cans, bag and tie them. Place bagged trash in the trash receptacle at the bottom of the driveway.
All dishes should be either cleaned, or put in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher. Do not leave dirty dishes. Countertops should be wiped clean. Floors should be broom clean.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is a separate vacation rental agreement to be filled and signed.
There is a rental application for the HOA (Homeowners Association). There is a $100 HOA application processing fee and a $125 HOA Cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coquina Beach and Lido Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coquina Beach - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Lido Beach - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Philly Cheesesteak Co. - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Longboat Key Club (The Tavern & Whisky Bar) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Riva - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Longboat Key Beaches and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ellia Thompson and Mark Prince

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We live in Los Angeles with our 2 wonderful children but come to the Florida Gulf Coast a couple times every year to see family and enjoy the fishing and beaches. We bought this lovely condo so we could enjoy it during the summer, and are renting it on a monthly basis when we're not there.

Why they chose this property

This condo just spoke to us. The amazing bay views, the beach access, the pool, were all necessary items for us. It's so quiet and peaceful and lets us enjoy everything Longboat Key and the surrounding area has to offer!

What makes this property unique

Access to the beach, a pool, and the Sarasota Bay just off the air conditioned lanais, and outdoor patios, what could be better!

Languages:

English

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