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2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA

Beachfront condo for sun and fun

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Living room
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Dining room
Dining room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Jewfish Key
  • Place, Coquina Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA

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 #253S 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 #253S Features: 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private patio.



View: Pool/Gulf View



Bedding: 1 King, 1 Queen, 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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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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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 condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Lido 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.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coquina Beach - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • IMG Academy - 20 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swordfish Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA?

As of 13 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA on 14 Nov, 2025 start from S$602.99, 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 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2BR Family Beach Escape – Silver Sands #253S 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

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shawnee W.

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

Nice but needs to be updated

We enjoyed the property and island overall. The condo was clean and you could tell they took pride in cleaning it. The beds slept okay but need to be replaced. Thankfully, we found pillows to help. The couch either needs to be replaced or deep cleaned (I know it’s a rental but there where tons of stains and spots.) The chair in the corner needs to be thrown out or the cushions completely replaced. Overall we loved the location and smallness of the overall condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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6/10 Okay

Debbi B.

Overall Good With a Few Exceptions

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was furnished nicely it was as described on the website other than for management/maintenance deficiencies. There were holes in the walls in both bathrooms where towel bars had been pulled out and the dining room chandelier was missing, just a single light bulb hanging from the cord over the table. The king size bed mattress was so hard I had to sleep on the pillows, it was like sleeping on the floor. I spoke to the on-site office personnel about all of the above, her response was that she thought maintenance had repaired the walls and that she would try to find a foam topper in one of the other rooms for the mattress. We had 2 adults and 4 teens all were accommodated nicely with the beds and sectionals.
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10/10 Excellent

Raul A.

RVA

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: Very good place, we had a wonderful stay!!!
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8/10 Good

Karen K.

Best Room, great layout, functional, beautiful view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: Celebrated 60th Birthday, and the resort had a wonderful chocolate birthday cake awaiting us in our Frig. Fabulous staff, only hickup was two broken light fixtures and a frying pan that wasn't too great. OTHERWISE, BEDS FABULOUS, VIEW FABULOUS, just perfect!
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8/10 Good

A guest from Bolingbrook, IL

Silver Sands Resort One of the Best in Longboat Key

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Facility and location top notch, The unit we stayed in needs some work, bathroom needs refresh and bed needs new mattress. Grounds, pool and beach are the best in the area-quiet and clean! One of the greatest are to view the sunset!
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4/10 Poor

bradford w.

Lot of money for a unit sorely in need of a remodeling

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I stayed with my wife and grandson at 253s Silver Sands. It was very costly considering the bathrooms were not acceptable, i.e. moldy grout and seal around shower and rusted out tub at the fixture. Bare bones.Kitchen ok. Sliding doors could barely move on the track and the Vertical Blinds (how 60's is that) were coming apart. Furniture was old and nasty. The beds need to be replaced, hard and lumpy for my taste. AC in the adjacent unit was not cold but in the main one it was great. Not sure if the dishwasher worked. No decent umbrellas and no beach canopies offered so you better have your own if you don't want to fry. Pool looked ok but too hot to get in. Not quality for the price. Really needs to be updated from the 60's.
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8/10 Good

Travis R.

A Nice Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: This property is nice and quite with quick access to the beach and centrally located for restraunts and shopping. We have traveled here for the second year in a row with our friends and always have a relaxing fun time.

6/10 Okay

krystal r.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Will come back but finding new accommodations

Online stated daily maid service. Inside we found a do not disturb sign for the door, I assumed for the daily maid service. For two days I waited for trash bags, we took our own trash out, and fresh towels. I finally called the office, only to be told they no longer do that. Every time the water went down the drain in the kitchen or the dishwasher was used the entire unit smelled like sewer. Keeping up with actual keys for the unit was not convenient either. Especially on the beach and at the pool. Then being threatened $25 a key for lost keys.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janene A.

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

Great condo on Longboat Key

Our family stayed here for five days the week after Christmas and had a great time. The boys loved the mini golf and the heated pool. The beach was really convenient and enjoyed the provided chairs. The condo had a great view of the beach and the pool. The on-site office for the complex was helpful but I could not find any quarters to do laundry so the only thing that would make this place better is a change machine or no coin operated laundry. It was an easy walk down the street to Harry’s corner store and other restaurants nearby. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Silver Sands

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: We very much enjoyed our stay. Will be back next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Wonderful!

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: We loved our stay at Silver Sands! We rented three condos in a row, which worked perfectly for our big family vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Atabex V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Best vacation!

Love the place! Very clean and comfortable! Nice location! Will rent again next summer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

family 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: good
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10/10 Excellent

Vacation repeat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Love the location, size of condo, screened in porch, beach chairs and umbrellas , kitchen, and pool area!! We will be back for sure!!
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10/10 Excellent

Kema M.

Relaxing

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 unit with a beautiful view. We had lots of room and all of the kitchen/bathroom basics needed. I will say that the king size mattress in the main bedroom is very hard and old. The other room had a good mattress and the large sectional in the living room was comfy.
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8/10 Good

A guest from E BRIDGEWATER, MA

Great escape

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: Great place and staff local dinning was good recommend dry dock for a nice dinner .The best part of trip was sunsets and seeing baby turtles head to the ocean for the first time
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4/10 Poor

A guest from Johns Creek, GA

Not up to usual Silversands standards.

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Disappointing. This is the third request I have received asking for a review. On 7/17 I sent an email describing our stay to two RVA email addresses. I have not received a reply. So I will post a review here.Our family has stayed at Silversands for 15 years. This year we rented 3 suites and 3 regular units. This is what we encountered in 253S: Rude check in with no information to prove balance due.No toilet paper in unit.No beach towels for two days.2 Toilets running intermittently.Lock on 253 door not working properlyHousekeeping no shows and not sweeping when they do show up.A/C unit in 253A smells like mold or mildew.Bathtub cracked and rusting, grout moldy and missing in some spots. Parking lot is full of deep potholes.There were issues with at least 5 of the 6 units rented. A/C not working upon arrival and not repaired until after 7pm the FOLLOWING day, ice maker broken, no housekeeping for multiple days, one of the beds in very poor condition. It's a shame this once very nice property is in such disrepair. Very disappointing that the service and quality that we paid for was not delivered.
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Silver Sands over the 4th of July

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: We stayed inlay this resort in Unit 253 and 253s. My sister stayed in unit 254 and we opened the doors between the units and had a 3 bedroom, 2 kitchen, 3 bathroom and 2 fold out couch suite! It was so nice to be connected like that. The units were very clean and comfortable and access to the beach and pool is great too! Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Amazing experience and my family and I will be back soon!!
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2/10 Terrible

Laura F., Lakeland FL

Disappointed

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The pool area was very nice and clean but the room rates a D. The toilet was not working properly and had previously been worked on. The air In The hotel room didn’t work properly. The door on the refrigerator was on backwards and very inconvenient. If this is someone’s condo the kitchen isn’t properly equipped. The rooms weren’t not very clean. There was food under the sofa. And we were supposed to be downstairs and they put us upstairs which I found out by accident when I called them. Beds were terrible Not very good at all
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4/10 Poor

A guest from Altamonte Springs, FL

Disappointments

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 1of3 tvs did not work properly;1 bathrm smelled of urine and discovered wet urine under toiletseat yet it had paper draped across seat as if cleaned;couch was dirty & stained;lg refrig icemaker rusty inside; For the daily rate of the 2 bd/2 ba unit we expected higher standards and better working amenities!

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

A few days away

Clean friendly, salt water pool beach was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Laura M.

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

Great location!

Loved the area and the building. The furniture needs replaced though!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

BLAS A R., Tavares, Fl USA

GREAT VACATION 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: First time at this resort and won't be the last one!! Really enjoy our stay even with the COVID-19 crisis in our country. Love the private beach, away from the big crowd.Not a pool person, but kids love it. Very nice around the resort, very clean and friendly staff. I've already recommend it to my friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Terrific Location

The location on the beach was wonderful and there were some really marvelous restaurants nearby. The condo itself was very clean and the appliances were new. While not plush, it was a terrific spot for a vacation stay. The layout was a little strange, with the front door leading right into the bedroom and the adjoining bedroom of the two bedroom suite also right in the master bedroom but it worked out fine and gave us a beautiful view of the beach and great sunsets. Unfortunately, the lock on the outside door of the adjoining room did not work properly and we got locked out on New Year's eve. It took some time, but the emergency number was answered and they helped us gain access to the room. Also, there was hardly any silverware in the drawer; but, again, the accommodating staff provided what we needed. The fitness center was about a block away but was well appointed, clean and available 24 hours a day, which we enjoyed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016

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