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Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA

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Sport court
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
A heated pool
Property grounds
A heated pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Jewfish Key
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Longboat Key

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

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shore Longboat Key - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Swordfish Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort 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.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #255A will have temporary membership privileges at Cedars Tennis Resort located at 645 Cedars Court on Longboat Key. The limited temporary membership allows the guest access to fully-lit Har-Tru tennis and pickleball courts (after 1 p.m. daily and subject to availability), community bicycles, fishing pier and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



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 #255A Features: Hotel Room in the Orange 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 apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • 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

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

7538-173196

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA to the airport?

This apartment is 15.6 mi (35-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 Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA?

As of Sep 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA on Sep 25, 2025 start from $110.0, excluding 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 Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA to the beach?

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

Does Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Bright Studio by the Beach–Silver Sands Gulfside Stay #255A Resort by RVA to downtown Longboat Key?

This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Longboat Key.