Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard!
This house offers the best of island living - a boat dock out back and deeded private access to the white sandy beaches of Longboat Key, located just down the street. Situated on the North end of Longboat, you are minutes from Coquina Beach and historic Bridge St. and Anna Maria Island. Sarasota, Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle are a 15 minute drive south on picturesque Gulf of Mexico Drive. A well stocked convenient store, deli and 3 restaurants (Continental, Italian and Mexican) are a block away and favorites like Euphemia Hay, Lazy Lobster, Dry Dock, Bridge Tender and the Chart House are a short drive.
The home is recently updated with new flooring, remodeled bathroom, fresh paint and all new linens.
Both Bedrooms and two separate living areas all feature large screen TV's with cable service. There is dedicated office area with printer. The primary bedroom has a king bed and the guest room has a queen, with a sliding glass door to the patio overlooking the canal. The kitchen is well appointed and outfitted with everything you need to cook and bake. The spice cabinet is stocked. It features a gas stove, dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, as well as other convenient appliances (toaster, instant hot water kettle, regular and immersion blender). It opens to a dining area featuring a large, antique handcrafted wooden table. The laundry area has a full sized washer and dryer.
The home has room to park 3 cars and a boat trailer. By boat, you are just a minutes from fun destinations like Beer Can Island and Longboat Pass sandbar...or you can dock for lunch at The Shore, Mar Vista, Anna Maria Oyster Bar or all the restaurants and Bars on Bridge St.
The owner will consider small dogs. The house is wheelchair accessible and has handles in key areas for assistance, if needed. Smoking is not permitted except on the lanai.
The home is available fully furnished beginning on Nov. 1st. Welcome to Paradise!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 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 area
Longboat Key
Located in Longboat Key, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of 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.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min drive
Kelsey's on Cortez - 16 min drive
Starbucks - 16 min drive
Bonefish Grill - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard!?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard! on 1 May 2026 start from £134, 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.
How much is parking at Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Short walk to beach or take your boat from the canal / dock in your backyard! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A lovely home with great living space. An easy walk down quiet street to private beach. Nicely equipped kitchen with both indoor and outdoor eating spaces. Great local restaurants and shops. In particular, we enjoyed birding and kayaking at the nearby nature preserves.
Nancy R.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay Nancy! You were a delightful guest. Appreciate the communication.
This home is lovely. The interior is tasteful and comfortable. It has all the amenities you need and the owner made several special touches for comfort. The canal is quiet and comfortable. The screened patio is terrific for morning coffee. The location on the Key could not be better! This is a special place!! We loved our stay and hope to return!
Shannon W.
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you back! Our Best!
Perfect place for me and my family. I brought my boat down and fished almost every day. Even shared fish with the neighbors across the street. Great people on either side. Beds were comfy, grill worked great. Highly recommend.
Danny B.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
Glad you enjoyed yourself Danny and fishing was good! Thanks for being a great guest. Come back again!
Property is as described, but better. House is very quirky, with lots of different levels (and grab bars to make the up and down steps a lot easier). Beds are super comfortable, as is all the furniture in the house. Owner was extremely easy to work with. Neighborhood is fantastic. Beautiful park a block away, deli and convenience store down the street, and friendly, quiet neighbors. Highly recommend!
Lynne R.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for the kind words. We do love the old Florida feeling and all the conveniences and charm of the neighborhood. My Best, James.
This house met all my needs and wants. The house is comfortable, quiet, well-cared for, and well-stocked. The location is peaceful and just two blocks to the beach. The beach is lovely and you can easily walk for miles if you like that kind of thing. There is a convenience store right around the block and a nice community park just beyond the convenience store. The grocery store is just 4 miles away. The neighbors are friendly and the street is quiet as it is a deadline, so the only traffic up and down the street are the residents. The owners are wonderful to work with. They were thoughtful, responsive, and kind. The is one of the best rental experiences I have ever had - HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
House was very clean and on a delightfully quiet street with lovely neighbors. Kitchen tools and supplies were plentiful, including spices, cleaning and laundry supplies, cleaning equipment. Screened in porch was great place to have a cup of tea and read. Communication with manager was great. He usually responded within hours. Bed was comfortable and home was nicely spread out. Nice surprise was the desk and printer which made telecommuting so much easier! Only word of caution is that the addition to the house (master bedroom, family room, and laundry area) is a step down. However, it would be possible for someone with mobility issues to live on one level and handrails were included by all places requiring a step.
Katherine E.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
So glad that you enjoyed our place! Glad you enjoyed the desk, so hard to disconnect these days!