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Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views

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An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a marina, a large building with a red roof, and surrounding greenery.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A stainless steel refrigerator with a glass door, located in a kitchen with a tiled backsplash and a blue cabinet.
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
A modern house with a patio featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Longboat Key Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master Bath

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views

Wake up every morning and have coffee from your front patio, just a few feet away from the Sarasota Bay. Play a round of pickleball and then walk a very short distance (<2 mins) to the condo's private pool or down the private beach path and swim in the Gulf of Mexico. This luxury condominium on Longboat Key is close to Sarasota and shops and restaurants of St. Armand's Circle.
This beautiful open-concept, updated condo has a fully updated kitchen with wine bar, beverage fridge, and tons of counter-space for fun and entertaining.
This ground floor unit has two bedrooms (1 king, one queen with adjustable motor to raise or lower the head of the bed), two full bathrooms, plus an office/den space that has a pullout full size sleeper couch. and a queen size sleeper sofa in the living rooom. Tons of closet space and a nice sized laundry room.

The office has a desk with a window facing the bay, so if you work from home, bring your computer and enjoy the views, peace, and quiet.

There is one parking space assigned to the unit and extra parking spaces for visiting guests.
Comes with everything you need - dishes, pots, pans, silverware, wi-fi, laundry room, 3 flat screen TVs, linens and towels (bath and beach), amazing bay views, and the beach just across the street.
In general, minimum lease is one month, starting on the first day of the month, and ending on the last day of the month. Willing to do a shorter term on a limited basis - please inquire.
The bay is just outside the condo. We see manatees and dolphins,sting rays lots of birds (herons, pelicans cranes, etc.), and beautiful views. For kayakers, Sarasota Bay is a terrific place to paddle, pedal, and fish. We have a kayak launch just steps from the condo (see photos). There are kayak rentals at Bayfront Park, walking distance from the condo.
Boat slip available upon request, depending on availability (reservation fee required).

Please note that we have recurring renters for the months January through March and we give them first priority to rent each year. We will know around the end of Jan 2026 or beginning of Feb 2026 if there will be any availability for Jan - Mar 2027. If you have any questions regarding late 2026 or 2027 bookings, please send an Inquiry.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small pets up to 25 pounds allowed with approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
For any beds that have been used, please remove all sheets, pillowcases, blankets, and leave them on the bed.
Trash: Remove opened food items and put in the trash. Remove trash from all trash cans, bag and tie them. Place bagged trash in the trash receptacle at the bottom of the driveway.
All dishes should be either cleaned, or put in the dishwasher and start the dishwasher. Do not leave dirty dishes. Countertops should be wiped clean. Floors should be broom clean.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is a separate vacation rental agreement to be filled and signed.
There is a rental application for the HOA (Homeowners Association). There is a $100 HOA application processing fee and a $125 HOA Cleaning fee.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1466703vb
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Coquina Beach - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • IMG Academy - 29 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 37 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views have a pool?

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

Is Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the Water with Spectacular Bay Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Longboat Key Beaches, Cannons Marina and Shoppes of Bay Isles. Longboat Key Public Tennis Center is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Ellia Thompson and Mark Prince

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We live in Los Angeles with our 2 wonderful children but come to the Florida Gulf Coast a couple times every year to see family and enjoy the fishing and beaches. We bought this lovely condo so we could enjoy it during the summer, and are renting it on a monthly basis when we're not there.

Why they chose this property

This condo just spoke to us. The amazing bay views, the beach access, the pool, were all necessary items for us. It's so quiet and peaceful and lets us enjoy everything Longboat Key and the surrounding area has to offer!

What makes this property unique

Access to the beach, a pool, and the Sarasota Bay just off the air conditioned lanais, and outdoor patios, what could be better!

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