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Beach Castle Resort, 1st Floor, Pool, Walk to Beach/Bay

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 894 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannons Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Castle Resort, 1st Floor, Pool, Walk to Beach/Bay

Escape to a tranquil paradise on Longboat Key and discover the hidden gem known as Pura Vida, a delightful 2-bedroom, 2-bath ground floor condo located within the serene Beach Castle Resort in unit 15. With its beautifully updated interior boasting a cool and clean coastal chic aesthetic in soothing hues of blue, cream and white, this vacation rental promises a relaxing retreat like no other.

The primary suite is a haven of comfort and style, featuring a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, a single sink vanity, and all the amenities you need. Sink into the plush platform king bed with solid wood nightstands and a generous dresser while enjoying your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV.

In the guest bedroom, you'll find two inviting queen beds, adorned with crisp white bedding, and a charming, distressed-washed dresser. A flat-screen TV is also at your disposal for entertainment. Rest and rejuvenate in this peaceful space.

The open living and dining area is designed for relaxation and socializing. Unwind on the comfortable cream colored sofa or ultra-suede swivel chairs while watching movies on the large flat-screen TV. Gather around the modern dining table for four, where you can enjoy meals and create lasting memories.

The well-appointed kitchen is equipped with modern stainless-steel appliances, a granite countertop, and an abundance of glasses, cookware, and utensils. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or just need to prepare a quick snack, you'll find everything you need here.

The guest bathroom is equally impressive, featuring a granite vanity, sink, and a spacious walk-in shower. Convenience and elegance seamlessly combine in this space.

Step outside from the living room onto the screened-in lanai, where you can savor your morning coffee or dine al fresco at the outdoor table and chairs. Surrounded by tropical landscaping adorned with mature mango trees and swaying palms, this private retreat offers a serene space to unwind and soak up the natural beauty.

For those seeking aquatic adventures, the condo is just a few steps away from the heated community pool and hot tub. Sun loungers, umbrellas, tables, and chairs are at your disposal, ensuring you can bask in the Florida sun in style and comfort.

Beach lovers will be delighted to know that the resort provides private access to the pristine Gulf of Mexico beaches, offering endless opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and beach combing. Additionally, water enthusiasts can take advantage of the private boat dock on the bay, perfect for fishing, kayaking, or boating.
Whether you're seeking relaxation, outdoor adventures, or a peaceful getaway, Pura Vida at Beach Castle Resort on Longboat Key offers it all. Book your vacation rental today and experience the beauty and serenity of this secluded paradise. Your perfect vacation awaits!

About Beach Castle Resort
Escape to the timeless allure of Beach Castle Resort, a family-friendly community nestled on picturesque Longboat Key, offering an enchanting blend of Old Florida charm and modern comfort. The resort boasts a range of accommodation options, including 1 and 2 bedroom condos, each meticulously designed to provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere for your stay.

Immerse yourself in the essence of relaxation at our community heated pool and hot tub, surrounded by comfortable chairs, umbrellas, and tables, perfect for unwinding under the warm Florida sun.

If you're a fishing enthusiast, our private boat dock with a convenient fishing table awaits your catch of the day. Savor the outdoors with a bayside gas grill, ideal for cookouts, and enjoy your meals at the adjacent table and chairs.

Exploration is at your doorstep, with a leisurely stroll to nearby restaurants and shops. And when you're ready for some beachfront bliss, our private beach access welcomes you with sun loungers, umbrellas, and a beachside patio featuring a table, chairs, and a gas grill for seaside picnics. Rinse off the salt and sand in our outdoor shower after a day in the waves.

At Beach Castle Resort, you have the flexibility to enjoy a short getaway or an extended stay, making it one of the rare resorts that cater to your vacation preferences. Discover a tranquil haven where memories are made and cherished amidst the beauty of Longboat Key's coastline.

Longboat Key Life
Longboat Key is a quieter gulf-side retreat located between Lido Key and Anna Maria Island along Florida's southwest coast. The barrier island is surrounded by the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. The island's eastern shoreline is covered in mangroves with hidden canals and marinas. On the western shoreline, you can walk for miles on the white sandy beaches and swim in the gentle gulf. Imagine spending your days beachcombing, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, sailing, golfing, or cycling along the island's winding bike path.

Longboat Key is known for its abundance of dining options. With the Gulf and Sarasota Bay in its backyard, many restaurants focus on serving local, fresh seafood while visitors enjoy amazing waterfront views.

Just south and across the bridge is bustling St. Armand's Circle, a popular destination filled with boutiques, cafes, restaurants and tropical landscaped courtyards. Head north on Longboat Key, cross the Longboat Pass bridge, and find yourself on Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island and Holmes Beach. This area offers gorgeous, white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, fun waterfront bars, restaurants and a variety of shops.

**IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION**
Beach Castle Resort has a new parking pass policy in place. Each reservation includes one on-site parking pass, which must be clearly displayed on your dashboard whenever your vehicle is parked on the property. You’ll find the pass inside the condo—please retrieve it after check-in time. To avoid any issues, we kindly ask that you do not park at the resort before check-in or without the pass displayed. Unauthorized vehicles may be towed. An extra parking pass will be provided for The Cedars Condominiums just a short distance up the street. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Town of Longboat Key: RRR-00690.2025
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Longboat Key Beaches. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub, concierge services and laundry facilities. The condo offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Services include a concierge
  • 13 minutes by car from Lido Beach and 14 minutes from St. Armands Circle
Beach Castle Resort, 1st Floor, Pool, Walk to Beach/Bay offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. Beach Castle Resort, 1st Floor, Pool, Walk to Beach/Bay also features concierge services and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Longboat Key condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,014 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Beach Castle Resort, 1st Floor, Pool, Walk to Beach/Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joe d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean; just as described
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet location, very clean, well stocked kitchen and even had a few beach chairs but they weren’t needed as the resort had their own.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Me and my friend stayed for three nights at the Beach Castle. The resort is well located in Longboat Key, close to Anna Maria and St. Armands. The condo was clean and newly updated. The management company timely responded to any inquiries. Coffee and snacks were a nice touch. We stayed during a cold spell and had some trouble adjusting the thermostat, but they warmed up the place for us. Master bath seemed to run out of hot water; not sure how that would work with more than 2 guests here. Did get some use out of the hot tub! Thank you; we would certainly stay again or refer to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

joan w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Happy Place

I have been going to LBK and the Beach Castle for 40 years. My daughters always called it our “happy place.” Now my son-in-laws and grand babies have joined us. Staying at the Beach Castle is easy and the perfect location with bay and beach access. Our unit was updated and had all the kitchen accessories we needed. Providing beach towels and access to free laundry services is always a plus! See you next year!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Longboat

Had a great day property was as described would recommend to friends and family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

10/10 the unit was just as advertised. Clean and amenities were great! My questions were answered quickly and kindly. Everything needed! Would return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience

Had a great time! The property was clean and beautiful! Property manager was very transparent, polite, and accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

We came to Longboat Key to celebrate a graduation of a family member. A few different family members stayed at Beach Castle and everyone loved it. Great location-close to beach, restaurants, etc. This unit was excellent-clean, updated, and check in/out was very smooth. I would come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

Place was lovely. Dealing with property manager was seamless. Recommend highly.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

paula m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

Cute condo. Short walk to beach. Clean. Easy check-in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Enjoyed condo as it was convenient to St Armand’s Circle and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Nice place and walking distance to the beach, would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, nice beach

We loved staying here. Clean, comfy & a short walk to the beach. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue H., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness

I reviewed already on VBRO

I reviewed this property already, must have been thru the VBRO request. We loved the area and will be back. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place.

Overall it was fine. Location was key.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for a short weekend

Unit was small, but very clean and in a great location. The property team was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Harmony O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

A lovely place to call home!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

pat m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place on Longboat Key

This place was a great hub for exploring Longboat Key. Short walk to the beach, very short walk to the pool. Sunsets on the beach side, sunrises on the Bay side. Wonderful vibe. Short drives to restaurants and groceries. We loved our stay and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Delana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Visit

Perfect size for our northern family visit!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Collin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

I would recommend Beach Castle to friends

Pros: more than enough room, nice pool and hot tub, great beach access, very clean, nice people working the office Cons: can hear the neighbors well enough to make out their conversation. The confirmation email said we would need to provide toilet paper paper plates etc. So we bought plastic utensils and paper products, however the unit DID have plates, paper towels, forks etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need

Unit has modern furniture, it’s clean and well stocked with small appliances. Beach access is very convenient with chairs, towels and umbrellas on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Sarah M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location wonderful, property just ok.

The guest service attendant was amazing. The property however was lacking. Walking in it immediately smelled of mildew. The tray in the toaster over had not been cleaned, the fridge was missing all shelves and there were no coffee filters to make the complimentary coffee. It was decent for one night but I couldn't picture a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lana V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Enjoyable Time

The rental was very clean and exactly what was listed. The location is perfect, great access to the beach and the pool and hot tub were very nice and well maintained. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021