Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA
Welcome to Kingston Arms by RVA, your premiere Lido Key vacation spot on the sunny Gulf Coast of Florida. Located just behind Tommy Bahama Restaurant on world-famous St. Armand's Circle, this vacation condo is the prime location for anyone seeking a sunny, warm destination within walking distance from cuisine, shopping and nightly entertainment.
A two-bedroom, two-bedroom condo located in the complex of Kingston Arms, this condominium includes courtyard, second-story stairwell access and memorable views. Relax on your private patio and soak in the warm Florida breezes. Complete with all the ingredients for a comfortable vacation getaway including a community pool, assigned parking, full-size kitchen, and comfortable furnishings. Relax on Lido Key and let Kingston Arms become your next favorite vacation spot!
Please Note: This condo is located on the second story with stair access only.
Nearby Attractions: This home is conveniently located within walking distance from world-famous St. Armand's Circle.
Accommodations: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom
Amenities: Full-size Kitchen, Assigned Parking, Private Patio with Banyan Tree Views, Wireless Internet, Community Pool, Walking Distance to St. Armand's Circle
Location: 500 South Washington Drive, Lido Key
Bedding: 1 King, 2 Twins
Minimum Night Requirements: Night, Weekly, Monthly depending on time of year
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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 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
Sarasota
Saint Armands Key, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this condo. 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 Lido Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
St. Armands Circle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lido Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
South Lido Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Sarasota BayWalk - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Marina Jack - 6 min drive
Columbia Restaurant - 4 min walk
The Old Salty Dog - 4 min drive
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill - 5 min drive
Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA?
As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA on 14 June 2026 start from NZ$456, 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 Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Beach & Dining–Coastal Condo Retreat Kingston Arms 11-B by RVA located?
Located in Saint Armands Key, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach. South Lido Park and Sarasota BayWalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Location was great. Condo very roomy and had everything we needed. Pool is beautiful. They are working very hard to get everything up and going. We definitely would come back
Lori s.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you for the comments and stars, we would love to have you back.
Thanks for vacationing with us! Hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Barb S.
24 April 2024
Great Location
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:
The perfect location for a beach vacation.
Barb S.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
Thank you for your review. We would love to have you back!
This condo is smack in the middle of the awesomeness of St. Armands Circle with a 7 minute walk to beautiful Lido beach. We didn’t know much about the area before we got there since we were traveling for a sporting event, but we really lucked out and would stay again.
Jennifer G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2021
Thank you for the comments - and we agree this location is right in the heart of it all. We would love to have you again sometime soon.
We had a lovely stay. The location to St. Armand’s Circle and the beach was so convenient. The unit was well stocked with linens and household items to make easy living. The grounds were clean and quiet and we appreciated that very much. The saltwater pool was warm and clean. We definately will look to return here!
David G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2023
Thank you for your review, David, we appreciate it! We are very happy to hear that you had a wonderful stay and look forward to your return.
You can’t beat the location! The condo was clean and had everything we needed. It could use an update and some TLC but it had the space that we needed with 2 little ones! Thank you for a great trip! We can’t wait to come back!
Jennifer W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thank you for leaving us a review, Jennifer, we appreciate it. We are so happy that you had an amazing stay with RVA and we will inform our operations department to inform the owner in regard to suggesting updating the unit. We would love to have you back in the near future.
Terrific property and location for our family vacation
Perfect location for our family vacation with young children. We were within walking distance of the beach and all the restaurants that St. Armand’s offers. The pool was nice and big and the kids had a blast. The condo itself isn’t huge, but we were only there to sleep (since we spent most of our time at the pool or beach) so the size was just right for our needs. The management company was extremely responsive before our stay and when we lost keys in the ocean mid-stay. Highly recommend this property!
Kate B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! So glad you had a great time & hope to see you soon!
Perhaps the owner would reupholster armchairs.
The appt is so nivel but the armchairs are not in golf conditions
horacio g.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
Thank you for providing us with your feedback. We have passed it along to our team, who will inform the homeowner. We are glad you had a lovely stay with us and would love to have you back soon.
Verified
8/10 Good
Kathleen S.
4 May 2018
Best Location
Great stay, condo was very clean and had every thing you needed. A little dated but a wonderful place.
Management Co excellent,responded immediately when I needed a little help.
Only problem, I would have rented again in 2019, but I was not give first refusal.
Perfect location! Felt very comfortable with my three younger children alone as the area is extremely safe and the grounds are well-cared for. Large enough unit to accommodate us and kitchen well stocked. As with most value rentals, updates are needed but everything was clean and comfortable and the community pool is very welcoming with staff that works the building, permanent tenants, and visitors. The balcony was a nice addition this year in front of a very amazing tree. Close to walk to beach, shops and restaurants. Easy parking. Easy check in and out. This is our second year back to same location because we enjoyed it so much.
Nichole T.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
My Family and I stayed at this quaint little condo and enjoyed the location very much. The condo reminds me of the Golden Girls and my grandmother’s house. The size of the space was great. Parking space was unclear the first night to us, but we realized our mistake after reading the binder in the living room. The pool area was beautiful and we enjoyed visiting with the other homeowners and guests. My only concern is that the bathroom fans did not work and in a humid environment it made the bathroom feel musty. I highly recommend the location and the price was great for our family.
Brooke W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thanks for vacationing with us! Your feedback is important to us and the owner will address the ventilation. Hope to see you again soon!
Loved the place- so clean!!! Only issue was lack of reply from mgmt company. I needed wifi for work and the password didn’t work. I placed numerous calls & no responses. If I didn’t have to work 2 days there, we wouldn’t have had any issues. Will definitely stay again!
Abigail D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2023
Thank you for taking the time and leaving us a review, Abigail. We apologize for the inconvenience, our team has been informed. We would love to have you back and be able to provide you with a better experience.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
michelle t.
26 April 2025
Relaxing and peaceful vacation.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
We got off to a rocky start due to a delayed plane but the charm of our vacation spot soothed our hearts. The rental unit was clean,cozy and convenient. We could easily walk to the beach or to our favorite restaurant. The only reason I gave it four stars was because the unit could use some TLC. A paint touch up in the master bedroom and removal of some very worn chairs. Would I rent it again...Yes!. Also we experienced a blackout lasting about 25 min. A large flashlight for emergencies would be helpful. Another positive were the residents that live here were very friendly.
michelle t.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Cheryl R.
9 April 2025
Could be a Gem
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was great! Pool was great! People were great! Shopping and restaurants were great! Beach was great! But this individual condo (11-B) itself was very worn and dated. The exception being the King bed which seemed newer and was comfortable, but unfortunately the guest beds didn't compare. In addition, there was torn furniture, peeling wallpaper, peeling paint, bathroom vanities had peeling laminate, kitchen sink ceramic wearing off, ceramic coating on edge of microwave has peeled away, rugs needed cleaning - all the furniture and decor in general was very dated. With some updating this condo could be a true gem!
Broken. Shredded umbrella unuseable...but property owners never get told and in honesty I got so busy trying to round people up to pack that I did not tell them either! The property was very clean. Close to all things. Easy to walk to the beach. Very comfortable for 4 of us. And quiet which we LOVE. Thank you property owners and VRBO for making this a great trip. The problem was that the lockbox was not on the door. And when we found it on the bottom of the rail, it took us many times to get it to open. And I've done lots of lockboxes in my time doing real estate, so perhaps it's the humidity! In any case, we got in and enjoyed it to the moon.
Darlene K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thank you for leaving us a review, we appreciate it. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us and had a wonderful vacation. We appreciate you bringing the umbrella to our attention, we will inform our team. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again.
The location of this property is fantastic! We have stayed at this property before but not this unit. The unit was on the second floor I don’t believe this was disclosed. Older condos so there is no elevator. The unit was just okay. Ants in the kitchen and bedroom. Mgmt was attentive and came out with traps. Light in kitchen which was attached to a fan didn’t work. Other light fixtures w/ burnt out bulbs. The beds had dips in them very uncomfortable.
Jennifer G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thank you for leaving us a review, Jennifer. We will inform our management team in regard to the issues you have mentioned.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Julie B.
19 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
In desperate need of a refresh and deep cleaning
The location is everything that you could ask for. Check-in was fast and easy. It is a very quiet location. Upon arrival we found the unit to be in need of a serious refresh. The information folder had an incorrect password for the Wi-Fi and did not tell you which parking spot you should use. I called the number given and it took 2+ days to get a response back. The couch, love seat and bedroom recliners all had large tears in them. The kitchen had a steady stream of ants at all times. There were multiple burned-out bulbs in various rooms. In the 2nd bedroom it looked like someone had puked all down the side of the end table between the beds. There was what looked like blood on the door to that room as well. Its bathroom had broken cabinetry and was just dingy and dirty in general. I have stayed in multiple units in this complex and this has been by far the least desirable yet most expensive unit. Pictures in the listing definitely are not a good representation of this unit. With some refresh this unit could be a great rental, until then however, I would not recommend it. Overpriced for the condition of the rental.
Julie B.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and found the check-in process to be quick and easy. However, we deeply regret that the condition of the unit did not meet your expectations and fell short of the standards we strive to maintain.
Your concerns have been noted. Please know that this feedback has been shared with our team so that these issues can be addressed promptly.
We truly appreciate your comments about the potential of this property and will notify the homeowner. We hope you might consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with the vacation experience you deserve.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica V.
18 January 2022
Great vacation rental!
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 walked in and were amazed by the size and how nice and clean everything was. The pictures did not do it justice, in fact I would update them to show how nice everything was. The location was great, town was literally a walk around the corner a 1 minute walk. The beach was tops a 5 minute walk away. We preferred south Lido beach as we had kids and the shell hunting was amazing. That was approximately a 5 minute drive away. The condo unit had everything we needed to make the week great. We did some cooking inside and found what we needed to make it work. I wish it would have listed that you had a beach chair and boogey board as I did not see that and we took our own. But they did have that along with some sand toys which was fantastic. The shared laundry room was nice and you can download an app to keep track of how long it will take and pay.The pool and hot tub were fantastic and for the location, it was quiet.We did have an issue with the shower not working properly in the guest room while we were there. The renters did get it taken care of as quickly as they were able and they were easy to get ahold of.A couple of things we pointed out before we left and a couple of other things I thought of later were, the twin beds in the 2nd bedroom were quite squeaky. No fans in the unit if you like to sleep with noise. Some beach towells would be nice to have on location to save room with packing. Also, brochures of different restaurants with menus and things to do in the area would have been nice. You did have a list of some things, but there is a ton more. Hope you don't mind but we left some that we gathered.Also the location of where the laundry room and where the big trash cans for the untis were located would have been handy. But honestly, those where such minor things over all the great things they had. I would go again and would highly recommend this unit.
Jessica V.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ann D.
27 August 2024
Wonderful Vacation, Amazing 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:
We have stayed further down, Lido multiple times, and being off the circle in the location was by far our favorite. Just a short walk to the beach, and an even shorter walk to the shops in the circle, so convenient! We will definitely be back!
Ann D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cecilia V.
16 May 2023
Incredible 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:
A great experience, amazing place near food locations and only 200 meters from the beach. The apart is better than pictures, very clean and you have all things you need. The pool had warm water.People in the Condo is very friendly. We felt very comfortableVery safe and quite place. Perfect place to enjoy with familyWe are going to come back