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Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA

Beachfront vacation home near Longboat Key Beaches

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On the beach, beach umbrellas
A heated pool
Interior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Longboat Key

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Jewfish Key are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lido Beach - 26 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 28 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Siesta Key Beach - 55 min drive - 21.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pork Belly's Eatery And Catering Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA

RVA offers Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort. Located beach front on beautiful Longboat Key, this resort offers all the amenities of a large hotel with the privacy and seclusion that has Silver Sands guests returning each year. Relax on our private beach, walk on our soft white sand, take a dip in our heated beachside pool, or enjoy a complimentary chaise lounge and beach umbrella while breathing in the fresh salt-water air. Practice your golf game on our putting green or relax on our beautiful beach with your favorite novel. Wireless Internet access is available in the privacy of your individual unit, at the garden area or on the pool deck.



Accommodations: Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort is a relaxing retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico on the northern-end of Longboat Key. Choose from our various unit styles including hotel rooms, one- and two-bedroom garden view units, and one- and two-bedroom beach front units.



Unit #243A Features: Hotel room in the Green Building



Bedding: 1 Queen



Resort Features: On-Site Office, Wi-Fi Internet Access, Coin-Operated Washer/Dryer, Community Pool, Private Beach Access, Shuffleboard Courts, Putting Green, Private Lanai (certain units), Complimentary Parking, Designer Decorated Units, Fully-Equipped Kitchen or Kitchenette, BBQ Area

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

7538-173174
Silver Sands #243a Hotel / 1 BA on Longboat Key by Rva Sleeps 2

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA on Jun 14, 2026 start from $339, 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.

Does Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA to downtown Longboat Key?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Longboat Key.

Ground Floor, Steps to Sand – Silver Sands #243A by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sahra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay despite the cold temps for most it! The staff at our location are above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need! Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Although very small, it accommodated my needs which was a clean place on the sand. I love Longboat Key and the location on the beach and the cleanliness of the studio was just what I needed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammie and David

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would def stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great spot!

Clean, cozy and right in the beach!! Was a perfect little getaway!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

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

Florida beach

Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristi Y.

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

Nice stay!

Lovely location and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole B.

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

Beach Getaway

Perfect location, great pool, quiet quaint rooms for a short weekender beach getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Perfect getaway!

Great time on the nearly private beach watching the manatees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute place

This is our second time staying at the Silver Sands. Very clean, nice people, nice amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super beautiful beach and heated pool. So nice. My room had zero view but it was fine. You are there for beach. Not the room. It was clean. Pool was so clear and warm! Coffee pot, refrig and micro all good. Bed was comfy. No sink in apt except bathroom sink. Awkward. But fine. Sunrise to sunset .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

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

Very clean and spot on with pictures

Enjoyed it so much we will be coming back next month
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location good price

Funky place that was comfortable and refreshingly ‘old Florida’ style.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

travis w.

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

Spring Break 2024

The stay was nice the beach is very close and easy to get too!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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

Great time.

Great time and location is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leanne h.

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

Perfect waterfront getaway!

Quiet and all the things you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carmen L.

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

Nice place

And we have a great time thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Quiet little get-a-way

Room was exactly as pictured and had everything we needed for a quick little stay. Location was perfect and we had our own private beach with never more than 6 people on it at one time! The heated pool was spot on for the chilly nights. This place was quiet and very relaxing. We would definitely book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

robert s.

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

Nice price for your location

Great , nice little pool , 50 steps to the beach, easy trip to St Armon Square or Ana Marie
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B.

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

Wonderful stay

Room was clean, organized, and stocked with the essentials. Pool was extremely clean and well taken care of. Beach was beautiful and had plenty of complimentary chairs. Overall wonderful trip, will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Peaceful

Great place for a relaxing long weekend. Not your typical crowded beach. Restaurant close by. The complimentary beach chairs and umbrella made it even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the location and the units. It’s not a high rise so you don’t park in a huge parking lot far away from where you are staying. It’s a few steps from the beach. The rooms are updated with new appliances and furnishings. I use to stay here in the 70’s. We love having a kitchen and also a short drive to grocery stores and other places to shop and explore. Beach chairs and beach pull carts are available. All units have screen porches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

6/10 Okay

wib W.

clean and great location

dark, poor lighting and bed was horrible
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R.

Beach getaway

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: Great
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammie M.

Longboat

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: Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Simply perfect

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: This was the perfect get away for my husband and myself . The pool was amazing and just steps away to the beautiful beach . Very clean , and well stocked .We highly recommend This property ,it was simply perfect ! Can’t wait to book again !

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