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LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views!

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A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A living room with a sofa, a TV, a wooden cabinet, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door leading to an interior room with a kitchen, a TV, and a sofa.
A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Longboat Key Beaches
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views!

Beachfront 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath townhouse located directly on the Gulf in the center of Longboat Key, just minutes north of Sarasota.
LaPlaya Condominiums is directly on the beach and offers a beachfront pool with sundeck and grills—perfect for enjoying sunsets. Beach chaise lounges are available for guests on a first-come, first-served basis.
The unit features an open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and direct Gulf views from the living and dining areas. Sliding doors lead to a private lanai with stairs providing direct access to the beach.
One bedroom is located on the main living level. Two additional bedrooms are on the third floor and share a bathroom. The upper-level primary bedroom features floor-to-ceiling windows and a private sundeck with panoramic Gulf views—ideal for sunset and dolphin watching.
All linens and beach towels are provided.
Please note: no elevator.
All photos are current and updated as improvements are made.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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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 take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3744950
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this apartment 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 Longboat Key Beaches and Bradenton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center or Ed Smith Stadium.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Coquina Beach - 15 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 21 min drive - 12.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 23 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 49 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪South Philly Cheesesteak Co. - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Ventura's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at LaPlaya 205D: beachfront Gulf views?

As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LaPlaya 205D: beachfront Gulf views on 3 September 2026 start from NZ$1,463, 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 LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LaPlaya 205D! Spectacular views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Longboat Key Beaches, Cannons Marina and Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cortney B.

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

Perfect stay!

Loved this property. Great location to the beach. Loved the condo. Was perfect family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

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

Week wi5h family and fari3nds

Great location, great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Amazing location & View

We loved the amazing ocean front views! The condo is beautifully decorated and very comfortable! We would love to come back again and again!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
We are looking forward to see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

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

Excellent stay

The property is in the perfect location. The condo is on the second floor, but the stairs go down directly to the beach. The unit was clean and as advertised on VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

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

A lovely condo, a very short walk from the beach

The condo was exactly as advertised. Clean, fully equipped and in good repair. The location is amazing - walk out the door and you are walking on the beach in two minutes. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Close to everything. The property is very clean. Easy check in and check out. The only negative was that the check in time is very late and the checkout time is very early. If you’re paying for the night, the check in time should be much earlier than 4pm similar to other shoe term rentals. Otherwise, our family had great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Matt P.

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

Not worth the money

Not worth the money
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Matt, how would you know since you never arrived and you failed to cancel the reservation?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great!

Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Excellent get away.

Great Sunsets. Great location. Very nice beach area. Smooth transaction. Would rebook happily!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Exceptional!

We couldn't have been any happier with our stay! We came for a five day stay, we had the best time! The location was perfect, the condo was spectacular, the whole complex was just what we hoped for! Our best memory was sitting on the balcony every morning and every night! Thank you for the memories! We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

stephen t.

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

Would have been a fantastic beach vacation if not for the red tide and dead fish.

Beautiful property. Great quiet location. Would have been nice for the management to let us know that the beach had been and was being hit by the algae bloom ( informed by other vacationers renters) We had to leave due to respiratory problems (burning, coughing, and running noses) and eye problems (massively tearing red eyes). To top it off, dead fish of all sizes rotting all over the beach shoreline. Would have been nice for the warning. I realize they can’t control the algae, but a heads up would have been nice. It wasn’t as if it just happened, it started 5 days prior to our arrival. This area is beautiful and we will return when the red tide isn’t blooming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

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

Perfect vacation on Longboat Key

The property was exactly as advertised! Comfortable beds, furniture and overall accommodations. Kitchen is well stocked and has 2 coffee makers (traditional and Kcup). Loved the beach towels provided and chaise loungers we could take to the beach…perfect for reading a book on the beach. Beautiful area with private beaches and only a few miles to the restauarants and bars in Holmes Beach/Anna Maria Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter L.

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

T

Nice spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Absolutely fabulous condo, loved it

Have stayed in a number of condos / hotels and Villas in Longboat Key since 1990 and this is by far the best, it has everything you need for a super vacation. The owner even provided us with a Little Tikes picnic table and bench for our grandaughter, she loved it so much we bought one on return to Ireland. We found Kelly in reservations very helpful from booking - to check in / out. The condo as spotless, the complex is very well maintained and clean. the location is perfect for a beach vacation close to many excellent restaurants. We loved the condo so much we have already recommended it to relations and friends who vacation in Longboat key. We were a party of 6 four adults and two young children, the condo was spacious and worked very well for us. There are plenty of sun loungers available. We can't wait to return , Thank you for renting your beautiful condo to us.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

A gem of a get-away

La Playa Condos on Longboat Key has to be one of the best kept vacation secrets . A quite little complex right on the Gulf with only 20 units, it has an on-site manager to keep everything ship shape, which it definitely is. Heated pool, sand beach, and a gorgeous view - just the best of everything. Another valuable amenity is all the good restaurants to choose from without even leaving Longboat. And a Publix. And a CVS. Everything you need.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very Special Place

Great place! Our condo was beautiful! We loved walking out directly to the beach! We met some great people there as well, kids had amazing time. The condo has upscale finishes and furniture, TVs in every room, kitchen is equipped with everything you may need for even large dinner! We will be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

LaPlaya - Old Florida Charm with modern touch

When you drive by you may not stop at LaPlaya because it looks like an old fashion hotel but the looks are very deceiving! The units are very spacious, we stayed in 3 bedrooms condo, over 1700 SqFt with stunning views of the beach! Kitchen looks brand new and beautiful, large TVs which made my kids very happy, condo was very clean and fresh upon our arrival. The reservation process was easy, the staff is very helpful and accommodating, we didn't have any issues during our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for your kind words and we are looking forward to see you at LaPlaya again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

kamila n.

Paradise

LaPlaya is a small complex directly on the beach! When we made the reservation we didn't believe that the beach is only 10 steps away... it truly is just few steps to the sand! The unit is excellent, fully equipped, good size - 1700 SqFt, the view is amazing. Longboat is a great place to relax and enjoy the natural beauty.

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