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Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA

Waterfront villa with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82330 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA

Compliments of RVA, welcome to Beach Castle Resort – a hidden gem that stretches from the sparkling bay waters of Longboat Key all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Here, you’ll find the best of both worlds: launch a kayak from the bayside, cast a line from the pier, watch for exotic birds that make this tropical retreat their home, and end your day with breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf.

The resort grounds are simply stunning—lush, manicured landscaping, swaying palms, and charming architecture painted in sunny hues with Bahama shutters and palm-inspired railings. Each residence is privately owned, offering its own unique personality and style, while still providing all the comforts of home: a full kitchen, spacious living areas, and private lanais designed for relaxation.

Beach Castle Resort embodies classic Florida charm—a tranquil hideaway where you can unwind, soak up the sunshine, and reconnect with loved ones. With private beach access and the kind of peace and privacy that make vacations truly memorable, this is the escape you’ve been searching for.



Exclusive Cedars East Tennis Resort Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #27 enjoy the added bonus of temporary membership access at Cedars Tennis Resort. This includes use of lighted Har-Tru tennis and pickleball courts (after 1 p.m. daily, subject to availability), a Jr. Olympic-sized heated pool, community bicycles, a fitness center, and a fishing pier—perfect for those looking to blend relaxation with activity.



Unit #27 Highlights: Three Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms – spacious villa-style accommodations with sweeping bay views



Two Dining Areas – perfect for entertaining or enjoying family meals



Upgraded Kitchen – full-sized, modern and fully equipped



Private Bayfront Patio Spaces – ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails



Assigned Complimentary Boat Dock (within community dock area)



Two Reserved Outdoor Parking Spaces



Private Washer/Dryer



Complimentary Wi-Fi



View: Bayfront
Bedding: 1 King, 3 Queen Beds
Parking: Two assigned outdoor spaces (garage not accessible)
Pets: Not permitted



Resort Features:

Heated Community Pool and Hot Tub


Grills for outdoor dining


On-site office for guest services


Complimentary laundry facilities


Shared boat docks (first-come basis; 26' max; off-site trailer parking required)


Private beach access with complimentary lounge chairs and umbrellas


Wireless Internet and Cable TV


Spacious floorplans with private lanais


Please Note: Beach Castle Resort is a self-service property. Daily housekeeping is not included, but a starter kit of essentials (toilet paper, dish soap, etc.) is provided at check-in. Guests are responsible for replenishing items as needed during their stay.



Beach Castle Resort #27 is more than just a place to stay—it’s where bay breezes, Gulf sunsets, and unforgettable family moments come together.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this villa is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Lido Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cortez Beach - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • IMG Academy - 26 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kelsey's on Cortez - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪South Philly Cheesesteak Co. - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA have a pool?

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

Is Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright & Breezy Spacious Bayview Condo - Walk to Beach - Unit 27 by RVA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diana G.

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

Property was cleanly and nice.

We found the beds to be a bit too firm for our tastes and noticed some staining on the linens and comforters. Also, we were concerned that some of the sliding doors to the outside did not function properly, especially in the bedrooms on the ground floor. Otherwise, the neighborhood was quiet and the views of the bay were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve F.

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

Peaceful

Great family trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve F.

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

Beautiful location on the water. Great for family reunion!

Great communication and easy check in and out! Comfortable beds and property! Book now you will love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Perfect location

Gorgeous sunrise from the loft
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth L., Muskego, WI

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

Longboat Condo

This is a beautiful and convenient location. The bay is steps from the condo, the beach is across the street, the pool is very nice and there are restaurants just a few steps down the road. Our family had a wonderful time and plan to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful views! Plenty of Space!

Beautiful, clean home with plenty of living and relaxing space. Multiple areas to dine, relax, and spread out. Views were amazing. Private and quiet. Short walk to gorgeous beach. Easy drive to grocery store as well as St Armand’s Circle with its many restaurants and shops. Recommend walking to Harry’s for lunch (inside) or their deli for take out sandwiches to take to beach! Harry’s was an excellent find..a hidden gem. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

A guest from Manchester, MO

Relaxing Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: We have been vacationing at Beach Castle since the mid 80s and love the place. The view from the unit was incredible, especially sunrise. The decor and furniture in the unit was tastefully done. However, there were some white upholstered chairs that were not a good choice and some updates still needed to be completed that were scheduled for after our stay. Missing televisions in 2 of the bedrooms, furniture missing from one of the bedrooms and removal of the carpet in the upstairs bedroom. Having a washer and dryer in the unit was a definite plus! We were told due to the size of the unit that we would have 2 parking spaces outside of the room. We did have 2 parking spaces but both were not conveniently located. as one of the owners decided to park a trailer in one of our spaces. Due to that we were told we had to park across the street a LONG way from our unit. What was even more ridiculous was the place was practically empty and yet we could not park closer. No one else showed up during that time and it made no sense to us. All in all is was a good stay in spite of the hurricanes last year. We hope they continue to keep the good aspects of Beach Castle for many years to come.

8/10 Good

Jeremy M.

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

Fine

The property needs some attention both inside and out. While the maids do a superficial cleaning a deep clean is needed. Under tables, beds and sofas are kids cereal, baby food, small toys, hair bands and filth. 2 dvd machines are present but we could not get either to work (after reading about the brands and the tvs). So much for the movies we brought. Outside the property has several areas that need painted or rotted wood replaced. The back screen door needs a new hinge as of now just make sure you pull it shut. The hedges along the water are in need of trimming (several feet too tall and of varying height along property) which affects the water views for this unit. Pest extermination services are needed as ants were a daily problem. We bought 6 ant traps which helped some. Parking is very tight and may impede driving out. The hedges along the lateral aspect of the property are in need of trimming as well. To drive out of the property with guests at other units required side-swipping the hedges (several times a day). Hope the small scatches buff out.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Cheryl D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Gail B.

A Beautiful Spot on Long Boat Key

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: We were so lucky that hurricane Ian didn't totally ruin our vacation plans. Though there was some damage to the property the biggest disruption was the no-see-um problem that was probably exacerbated by the storm. The dock was also being replaced which quashed our plans to fish right off our back porch but the property managers were more that accommodating with each request to make our stay better. The windows were really dirty and the back porch needed to be swept out (both due to the storm) but the property managers took care of things and the rest of the unit was amazing. The upstairs loft master suite was gorgeous and there was so much space we never felt like we were on top of each other. The pool area was perfect. Very clean, the pool water temperature was just right, and the hot tub was one of the best I've every been in. The beach, dining, ice cream, souvenirs were all a short walk away and we had a wonderful time exploring LBK, Ana Maria Island, Sarasota and Siesta Key. A truly beautiful spot and we got to enjoy both the sunrise (from the bay side) and the sunsets (from the beach). Would definitely stay here again.
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8/10 Good

Juli H., Paradise Valley,AZ

A great time on LBK

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Resort was in a very nice location. The home was nice and clean, and has great views. Our families enjoyed it for being in the ocean and the amenities. It would be nice if there were more things by cooking and spices.
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8/10 Good

Zahra S.

Peaceful location

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: The view from the floor to ceiling windows was breathtaking. Sunrises ans and sunsets were mesmerizing.The kitchen was fully stocked with all the necessary culinary kitchenware to prepare numerous gourmet meals. It was spacious and allowed privacy when needed. The modern upgrades made all the difference when choosing this gorgeous villa.However, there does seem to be a big ant problem and the freezer needs to be cleaned before each guest.
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10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Lovely beach home for a small family reunion!

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: This lovely home on the bay had a beautiful bay view, 3 comfortable bedrooms with its own bathrooms, a large kitchen and plenty of seating!! Beach was a quick walk across the road with umbrellas, beach chairs, kayaks and bikes to enjoy. Lazy Lobster is right next door so you can walk there! Clean and great open space so you do not feel on top of each other. Only minus is the blinds in one room were broken.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Lovely beach home for a small family reunion!

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: This lovely home on the bay had a beautiful bay view, 3 comfortable bedrooms with its own bathrooms, a large kitchen and plenty of seating!! Beach was a quick walk across the road with umbrellas, beach chairs, kayaks and bikes to enjoy. Lazy Lobster is right next door so you can walk there! Clean and great open space so you do not feel on top of each other. Only minus is the blinds in one room were broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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