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Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with chairs, and a mirror.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.
Exterior
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Longboat Key Beaches

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Other Space 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this apartment is on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Sarasota Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena and Robarts Sports ARENA. 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 hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lido Beach - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 42 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nonna's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cortez Clam Factory - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA have a pool?

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

Is Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gulfside Resort – Silver Sands #241A by RVA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key apartment 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

8.4

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. 29 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Beach is beautiful, location is great. Room was clean. Rhe bed
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful beach, fantastic location, and that our cleaning team kept everything spotless for your stay starting February 12, 2026. We hope the bed provided a great night's sleep and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun spot!

We enjoyed this fun spot with private beach, pool, and more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Longboat Key vacation

We had a wonderful time here! Margaret was so friendly & accommodating!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
Thank you so much, Julie! We would love to have you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and clean. Small as advertised

Good spot for a weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lazy Dazs!!

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: Exactly what we were looking for. Relaxing atmosphere with no worries!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Beach

Checkin was very easy. Studio was spotless. Right on the beach and close proximity to restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Looking forward to seeing you soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach getaway

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: Great
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very comfortable and great location

No problem s
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 February 2022
Thanks for staying with us! Looking forward to your next visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful

Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2023
Thank you, James! We appreciate you leaving us a review and we would love to have you back in the near future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place ro stay.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: The room was clean. Building and grounds are well maintained. Beach was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you for leaving us a review! We would love to have you back in the near future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Perfect
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Weekend away

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: The room was great but couldn’t use the beach because of the red tide and dead fish
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2023
Thank you for your review, Curtis. We would love to have you back in the near future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice Get away

We enjoyed our stay. The bed could have been softer. And I wish the Trolley came that far. But otherwise it was Great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2023
Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a review, Tracy! We would love to have you back in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely property

If you are looking for a quiet getaway, this is your place. Located right on the beach. Beautiful heated pool. Everything I needed for my 4 night stay. I took a 3 mile drive to Coquina beach and took the free ferry out to the pier. Sarasota is a short drive south and there were lots of cute shops. Great place, I would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us 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 can't wait to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fun Stay!!

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: Very nostalgic and fun place to stay With a great pool area and very close to the beach, with chairs and umbrellas provided. The only thing needed was an ice machine.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fla

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
Thank you! We would love to have you back soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great place for a great 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: Overall experience was great, the only complaint was there was no coffee cups, but just used a glass that was in the cabinet. I guess if that's the biggest complaint, then I really had nothing to complain about. Beautiful beach in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2022
Thank you for the comments.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Silver sands

We have stayed here quite a bit over the years it’s a great location and we love the privacy of the beach . Just had some concerns on the overall room , the shower drain didn’t drain , toilet wouldn’t stop running , bed was super hard and uncomfortable. The location is great just wish the rooms got the maintenance and much needed updating. We keep coming back for the location but the rooms are starting to show wear and tear of popular demand .
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you for your constructive suggestions, we will pass those along to the homeowner. We would love to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Staycation

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 were looking for a quiet weekend getaway and Silver Sands fit the bill 100%. From check in to check out Margaret was wonderful. The room was exactly as described. Perfect for two. The only thing I would look for differently next time is a room with a screened in area. We knew this room didnt have one but will upgrade next time. We would absolutely stay here again.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Not coming back

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A/C was terrible, and so loud. Moisture in room was high - everything felt wet. Plumbing issues. Bed was hard as a board. Proximity to beach was a plus, as was the availability of chairs and umbrellas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing, beautiful, private beach!

We decided to get away from the crowds and traffic on Anna Maria Island this year and head south to Longboat Key. The beach is amazing, the grounds are well-kept, and the other guests were quiet and polite. We only have 3 suggestions: 1) If you are staying for longer than one night, we suggest you rent a one bedroom unit with a lanai. The hotel room unit is on the small size, and there is nowhere to dry swimsuits and beach towels. We wll definitely upgrade to a one bedroom next visit! 2) There were not enough functioning beach umbrellas for all the guests, and 3) VRBO advertised daily maid service, which is not the case. Other than these issues, we had a marvelous time, and we will definitely stay again (but we will bring our own beach umbrella with us next trip!)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Your feedback is very valuable. Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Outdated and a bit worn for the price per night. Parking was not available when we checked in so we were forced to park in a 15 min loading zone
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your stay did not fully meet your expectations. We understand your comments regarding the condition of the property. While we strive to accurately represent each unit and maintain it to a high standard, we appreciate your feedback and will share it with the owner as we continue to make improvements. We also apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with parking upon arrival. Unfortunately, parking availability can occasionally be limited during busy check-in periods, but we understand how frustrating that must have been after traveling. We value your feedback, as it helps us improve both the guest experience and our communication. Thank you again for staying with us, and we wish you all the best in your future travels.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Not coming back

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A/C was terrible, and so loud. Moisture in room was high - everything felt wet. Plumbing issues. Bed was hard as a board. Proximity to beach was a plus, as was the availability of chairs and umbrellas.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Not coming back

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A/C was terrible, and so loud. Moisture in room was high - everything felt wet. Plumbing issues. Bed was hard as a board. Proximity to beach was a plus, as was the availability of chairs and umbrellas.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

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: The property was very nice and well maintained. The pool is big and the views are beautiful. Great price and definitely recommend.
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