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Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA

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Private Patio
Private Patio
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Popular LocationLongboat Key Beaches9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCoquina Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationIMG Academy22 min drive
  • AirportSt. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)54 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA

Compliments of RVA, Beach Castle Resort expands from the bayside of Longboat Key to the Gulf – providing a place to launch your kayak and cast a line, a chance to spot exotic birds that stop here for our mild temperatures and to view a picture-perfect sunset over the Gulf of Mexico -- all courtesy of Mother Nature.



The grounds here are impeccable – from the well-manicured vegetation to the vast palm trees that dot this serene Longboat Key location. The buildings at Beach Castle are the color of sunshine and are accented by Bahama shutters and railings that resemble palm trees. Each unit is individually owned, which means no unit is alike and provides a unique vacation experience to our guests. However, all units provide a full kitchen, living room and private lanais – never compromising the comforts of home.



This secluded hideaway exudes a classic charm that, as vacationers, we yearn for. A place to get away from it all, relish in the Florida sunshine and reconnect with family and friends; all this while enjoying white-sand beaches, privacy and most importantly, vacation memories that last a lifetime.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #9 will have the option of 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, and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



Accommodations: Beach Castle Resort is a quiet, 21-unit condominium resort midway on the exclusive island of Longboat Key with a variety of views including Gulf front, Bay front, pool and garden views.



Unit #9 Features: Two-bedroom, two-bathroom first-floor unit located on the Gulf side. Decorated in clean, comfortable furnishings with updated amenities including a full-size, updated kitchen, and a private patio with partial views of the Gulf of Mexico.



View: Partial Gulf Front Views



Bedding: 1 King, 2 Queen Beds



Parking: All guests have use of 1 assigned parking spot during their stay. Additional spots are available at a nearby community on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly ask guests to plan accordingly.



Pets: Pets are not permitted on Beach Castle property.



Resort Features: Full-size Kitchen, Spacious Floorplans, Heated Community Pool, Community Hot Tub, Grills, On-site Office, Private Lanais, Complimentary Laundry Facilities, Shared Boat Docks (by reservation), Cable TV, Wireless Internet, Complimentary Guest Parking, Private Beach Access, Complimentary Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas



Please Note: Beach Castle is a self service resort; we do not provide daily housekeeping services. For your convenience, an amenity “Starter Kit” is provided to assist you upon your arrival. Any essentials required after the initial provided, such as toilet paper, dish soap, etc. is the responsibility of the guest.

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Longboat Key

Located in Longboat Key, this holiday home is on the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 9 min walk
  • Jewfish Key - 5 min drive
  • Coquina Beach - 6 min drive
  • Cortez Beach - 8 min drive
  • IMG Academy - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Longboat Key Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Castle Resort #9 by RVA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
We’ve stayed at the condo once before and loved it. Glad we came back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo and location!
Really beautiful, updated modern condo with all of the amenities, located just a short 30 second walk down a path to the beach. We would definitely stay here again! Also walking distance to a few restaurants and shops. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Anne N.

No gulf view
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our rental went well. However, there was no sofa bed, as listed. The furniture was not very comfortable for older folks as it was very deep seated and you needed all the pillows to support you.
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4/10 Poor

Lisa S.

needs a little work, manager good in office
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo needed a new dishwasher and toaster. the shower curtain liner had mold all along the bottom. Dishes and silverware not put away clean.You could hear the guests upstairs using the bathroom in the middle of the night.
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8/10 Good

Amy L.

Great Condo
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: We stayed at the Beach Castle Resort Condo. It was steps to the beach which was great. They offered beach chairs, umbrellas and lounges if needed. They had a heated pool and hot tub across the street by their office.The condo itself was clean and exactly as posted. I would stay there again!

10/10 Excellent

jack t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Longboat Vacay
Great spot for a quick getaway, steps to the beach and close to attractions near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Great 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: Very clean, easy walk to the beach. Perfect for a family vacation. Great location. 10 minute drive from Bradenton and/or St. Armands.
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6/10 Okay

Haydi H.

Great location
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property (Unit 9) was a fantastic location. Upon arrival the unit was not at all clean. All kitchen drawers, silverware drawer, cabinets had food crumbs them and cabinets sticky. Bathroom vanities had not been cleaned except the tops. Drawers in cabinet dirty. The dishwasher and dryer were broken. The filter in A/C unit filthy and the lanai filthy. Within 24 hours the unit had been cleaned again, filter replaced and the dishwasher and washer repaired. That is the good part and Sean in the office was very helpful facilitating the repairs but none of this should have been necessary. It is difficult to keep the lanai clean due to the location with wind/dust hitting it directly but it had not been cleaned at all prior to our arrival. The fake plants were loaded with dirt and dust and should be tossed. The beds were very comfortable but only had one bottom sheet which was on the bed. Sean once again helped getting another sheet. This unit needs a huge professional cleaning. We had friends staying at Beach Castle Resort also and their unit was clean and everything working well. The membership at Cedars East was wonderful, the beach at Beach Castle great, and lots of umbrellas and chairs provided which was so nice. If the unit had been clean with everything working this report would be all good. I would not recommend this particular unit but would recommend Beach Castle Resort .

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family trip
We appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and the apartment layout.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Perfect place for a relaxing beach vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

After Tax Season Getaway
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: We had a lovely time. The condo, weather and beach were all perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

emma h.

Underwhelming
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than 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: The apartment was very dark and had not been cleaned well.The ceiling fan blades were thick with dust. Behind and the furniture was very dirty also. There was sand in one of the baths.The apartment is well equipped but we would not return.

8/10 Good

Fritz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach access
This property had great beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bobbi R.

Beach Castle #9 Long Boat Key
Rating Details: 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: Perfect stay
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi F.

Great time at Beach Castle
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: New furniture in the living room and lanai made the property better than described. It was clean and well-maintained, plus the ramp all the way to the front door was so easy to use. We enjoyed the beach and the pool most every day and went to the nearby Blue Dolphin restaurant for several delicious meals.
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8/10 Good

kathy s.

Spring break
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: Vacation with family. Good time but would not stay at this particular condo. No privacy. Every time someone walked by they would look into the patio and make comments to us! Love this resort just not this particular condo

10/10 Excellent

Jana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Location of property and our # 9 unit was perfect. Partial view of the gulf from patio and steps to beach. Unit itself was spacious, however both mattresses in second bedroom had huge pits in center making it impossible to sleep on, had to sleep on sofa instead. Living room blinds were broken and slats missing. A/C didn’t cool bedrooms. For the rate, these important items should have been in order. But we were on the beach - so overall a very pleasant stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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6/10 Okay

Lisa h.

NOT the room we booked and paid for in advance
Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit #9 is comfortable and spacious. BUT, it is not beachfront. It's beachside with a very small partial view of ocean from the patio only. We like to see the beach from our unit and there are no views from inside this unit. There are only 4 units with a beachfront view and all were occupied during our stay and the office was closed when we arrived. I called on our way to the beach to confirm we had a beachfront room and was told that we did. We were extremely disappointed but made the best of our weekend. Short walk to beach and comfortable unit. The AC was pre set to 78 degrees. We had to wake up in the middle of the night to lower the air back to a reasonable level. Not sure if there is a way to change this. Contacted RVA and they admitted the error. Only offered the difference in rental fee. That's expected due to their error. But seems like they would offer more since we have stayed with RVA MANY times over the last few years. This was a special occasion for us and a view of the beach was the main reason we booked this room. We had other options when booking that were beachfront. Make sure you know which unit you are booking in advance and confirm before your trip.

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Clean, friendly, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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4/10 Poor

Claire K., Livonia,MI

Nice location but had a Bedbug issue and RVA not helpful onsite
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Like location but anyone that wants to get to their room has to walk by your patio so not private. Thought about rebooking for 2022 with some contingences but RVA said costs were not set for 2022. The dishwasher did not work and advised the office. The dryer had heavy lint possible fire hazard . The 2 sliding glass doors do not lock but they are screened in. The king size bed was like sleeping on a board so after 3 nights we moved to the other bedroom with 2 queen size beds that were more comfortable but had no view of the outside. My husband sleep in one and I slept in the other because we didn't sleep well for 3 nights and needed the sleep. I woke up feeling itchy thinking it was sand only to find out when I got home it was Bed Bug Bites. I called the office and they said thanks for the information . I am glad that we did not rebook for 2022 it was a blessing in disguise. Glad I work from home because I can't go back to work like this. For $2500 for the week I was disappointed and embarrassed that I was subject to this horrible itching skin issue I have to deal with for the next few weeks. Tis unit needs to be sanitized.
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6/10 Okay

Holly W.

Plumbing issues
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Toilet kept running. Also the shower water kept burning us.
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6/10 Okay

Barbara W.

Great except for housekeeping
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The entire place was lovely--amenities, beach, pool, front desk person. The huge disappointment was when I absentmindedly left my bathing suit wrapped in a towel and dropped my computer mouse under the bed...I apologized and called several times to try and retrieve my belongings to no avail. How could those things possibly just disappear? This mishandling of my dilemma ruined the entire experience as the first time this happened to me--I have seen no solution or apology
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10/10 Excellent

We loved being at the beach!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WE had a wonderful time but...The A/C didn't cool in the bedrooms, the beds were not that comfortable, and the furniture was not very clean.
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8/10 Good

Sherry H.

Beach Castle #9
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: Beach Castle was well maintained. The building where #9 is located is directly on the beach. Very quiet. Would stay there again. The only negative is that there is only one parking space per rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Great find for a family
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: Property manager was exceptional

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