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 #242 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 #242 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private lanai.
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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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About the area
Longboat Key
Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Longboat Key Beaches and Coquina 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. 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 ecotours nearby.
Longboat Key, FL
What's nearby
Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Lido Beach - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
IMG Academy - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
Siesta Key Beach - 34 min drive - 31.5 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Starbucks - 15 min drive
Bonefish Grill - 14 min drive
Star Fish Company - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?
As of 11 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA on 24 Jul, 2026 start from S$411, 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 Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Poolside Peace – Silver Sands Resort #242 by RVA located?
Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed being close to the beach, seeing sunsets every night, and having conveniences such as a disposal and modern dishwasher. The unit was clean overall, though I suggest they replace the shower curtain liner. Silver Sands is a nice quiet resort; we appreciated the peaceful atmosphere.
Rebecca M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed being close to the beach, the nightly sunsets, and the convenience of the modern appliances. It’s great to hear that you found Silver Sands to be peaceful and relaxing—that’s exactly the atmosphere we hope to provide. We also appreciate your feedback about the shower curtain liner and will take care of that promptly. We’d love to welcome you back for another quiet beach getaway!
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10/10 Excellent
Joan-Marie E.
10 Aug, 2025
A Day In 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:
Silver Sands is a marvelous, peaceful retreat located in Longboat Key. We have vacationed here twice with our young granddaughter - and will return. The resort is well cared for and we have met lovely other guests staying there.
This property was perfect for us! It's right on the beautiful beaches that this area is known for. It was well decorated, had everything we needed, large screened in porch, heated pool, etc. We would definitely stay here again!
Jon H.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the comments and stars, we would love to have you back.
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10/10 Excellent
Wanda L.
18 Jun, 2025
Sitting by the Gulf
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:
Cozy, clean, comfortable and a short walk to the Gulf. It was quiet and just a perfect visit.
Great stay, great property. Would easily come back to this property again as we go to LBK every year for vacation.
Rick V.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2023
Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a review, we appreciate it. We are thrilled you had a wonderful beachfront vacation with RVA. We would love to have you back!
This was the perfect location on longboat. We loved the pool and being right on the beach. The kitchen had all the tools we needed and the community grills were great to use
Lindsey G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2024
Thank you for leaving a review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us and had a wonderful beach vacation. We would love to have the pleasure of hosting you again!
It’s everything I was hoped to get from the vacation. The room has an access straight to the pool and the beach is just few steps from the pool.
Maria Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2023
Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a review, Maria. We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience. We work diligently to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and it's incredibly rewarding to know that we've succeeded in making your stay memorable. We can't wait to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
It was so quiet on the property! We practically had the beach to ourself also. They provided beach chairs & umbrellas. Super easy check-in & check-out. The condo itself was nice & clean & had beautiful views. 10/10 all around
Brenda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
Thank you for leaving us a review, we appreciate it. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us and had a wonderful beach vacation. We would love to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
The property was a little more worn than pictured, but very clean
Vicki L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for the comments, and we apologize if we gave the wrong impression.
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10/10 Excellent
Lynne P.
24 Feb, 2022
Sunshine Heaven
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:
Fantastic place to stay for a relaxing vacation in the sun.
We absolutely loved the condo, it was the perfect location, perfect size for us. The pool was right out our door, the beach was a short walk down the property with pool chairs and umbrellas available for guests. We will definitely be back.
Annmarie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Hope to see you again soon!
Very nice place and great location! I would say the kitchen could use a few more items such as serving bowls. And the patio view would be greatly improved if the shrubs around the pool were trimmed down a bit so you could see the pool and beyond to the beautiful beach!
Nancy K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Hope to see you again soon!
Very nice place. Due to construction at this time, I would recommend to other visiting to definitely stop by a grocery store and stock up on food. I am sure it was the timing we were there and the backups on Gulf Drive. Very nice accommodations.
Kathy O.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you for the comments. We agree, the construction on Gulf Drive is awful right now but projected to be completed soon. Please come again - our summer and fall months especially are quite serene and peaceful. :)
Stayed for a week and overall it was great but the cleaning crew could do a better job though, which is why I can't give a 5 star review.
Margaret at the front desk was fantastic, so helpful and friendly.
The pool area and beach were perfect and having access to bikes at Cedars was a plus.
We ate at Harry's, Blu Kouzina, Cafe L'Europe and Mar Vista. Highly recommend them all.
Would stay again.
Kim M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan, 2023
Hi Kim. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we appreciate it. We are happy to hear that you had a great stay with us and we would love to have you again. Hope to see you in the near future.
We only spent 2 nights but it was so relaxing. The beach here is excellent and I say that as a Florida native. The area is not heavily populated and there is no public parking nearby, so it feels almost like a private beach. We wanted a quiet, restful weekend of sun and swimming and that is exactly what we got.
There are good places to eat all around the key. Sarasota and the Ringling Museum are just 25 minutes away. We wanted to stay longer!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! So glad you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to seeing you soon!
I booked this property online because it was one of the most reasonably priced. It has rooms that lead directly to the pool and the beautiful beach beyond. I’m handicapped and really appreciated being able to go right out our screened in patio to pool or beach. The water was aqua and gorgeous! The people were so nice and very accommodating! Highly recommend!
Suzanne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review of your recent stay with us. We are thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience and are delighted to know that you enjoyed our accommodations, amenities, and the overall atmosphere of our establishment. Providing a comfortable and enjoyable environment for our guests is our top priority, and your feedback affirms that we're on the right track. We would love to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
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8/10 Good
Carol E.
16 Mar, 2025
Not bad after the storm, good beginning
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:
Nice time, great water heater for the pool.Fix the pool tile before someone hurts themselves. Needs complimentary sugars, creamers, soaps, shampoo, and a few bottled waters. Also, can’t find my scripted sunglasses, let me know if you found them. Thank you. Carol Everhart