Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(36 Ratings)

House in Longboat Key, FL

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Welcome to Beach & Boaters Paradise a home in a residential community where you will have immediate access to beautiful Sarasota Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and Longboat Key’s sugar white sand beaches and emerald green waters.

Picture yourself vacationing in this beautifully remodeled home on fabulous Longboat Key - perfectly located on a deep water canal with a dock that can accommodate a 40+ foot boat, only minutes by boat to the Bay and less than two miles to the Gulf inlet. The deeded beach access is a short walk across Gulf of Mexico Drive. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom luxury waterfront vacation rental was designed to provide you and your family a lifetime of vacation memories to cherish.

The dock-side screened patio has a large family-friendly heated pool and abundant lounging areas that invite you to swim the day away or just relax and read a book. Enjoy sunset dinners cooked on the built-in gas grill and dine “al fresco” at the outdoor dining table next to the pool as you watch the fish jumping by the dock!

This one story home features chiseled travertine stone floors throughout. The spacious, yet comfy, great room has pocket sliding glass doors that open to the patio and maximize the outside water views. The high-end kitchen easily accommodates a large group with center Island, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and all the cookware you will need to make sumptuous meals!

There are several amenities to make you feel at home including washer and dryer. The great room has a large screen smart TV with and a Blue Ray player and sound system. You can stay connected with friends and family with the free secure high speed wireless internet.

All of the bedrooms were designed with comfort in mind. The master suite has a king size bed that overlooks the pool and canal. The elegant ensuite bath has dual sinks and an oversized shower. If you need the storage space, there is a huge walk-in closet.

The second Master cabana suite features a queen size bed, adjoining full bath and French doors opening to the pool. The third bedroom has a king size bed and the fourth bedroom is furnished with a queen size beds. They are adjacent to the third full bathroom with tub and shower.
The guest half bath is located just off the great room.

The home has an open floor plan and will easily accommodate a family reunion-vacation or group of friends on an excursion. We invite you to be our guests.

[A word about Longboat Key: Longboat Key is a desired vacation spot because it has a laid-back feel with its sunny, pristine beaches. It is a residential community and the town requires a 30-day stay. If you want to visit local attractions or activities, they are close to our home. Some of our attractions include: St. Armand’s Circle (2.5 miles), downtown Sarasota shopping and restaurants (4.3 miles), Mote Marine Aquarium (1.7 miles), Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (5.6 miles), Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (5.7 miles) or John and Mable Ringling Museum Complex (8.2 miles). The Sarasota-Bradenton airport is 8.5 miles.]

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Longboat Key, FL

Nearby attractions

St. Pete Pier™

48.1 mi

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

2.2 mi

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

5.9 mi

Sunken Gardens

49.9 mi

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Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!

$$$$

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(36 Ratings)

House in Longboat Key, FL

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Longboat Key, FL

Nearby attractions

St. Pete Pier™

48.1 mi

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

2.2 mi

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

5.9 mi

Sunken Gardens

49.9 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(36 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

A Spacious Vacation Getaway

A Spacious Vacation Getaway

Immediately upon entering the home, we noticed how spacious it was with an open concept and a direct view through triple sliding glass doors to a beautiful lanai and large pool. There are 4 good -sized bedrooms, 2 of which have full en suite baths , and there is another full bath adjacent to the other 2 bedrooms. A half bath is located off the entranceway. Two of the bedrooms have direct access to the lanai. The home was clean and comfortable , and the kitchen was fully stocked. Beach chairs, pool toys, bicycles, and fishing equipment were available. St. Armands Circle is 2 miles away, offering boutique shops and many fine restaurants. Even though the red tide kept us away from the beach, we spent many hours relaxing in the pool and enjoying happy hour on the lanai. Marcia and Lou were the perfect hosts! We had a simply marvelous stay and plan to return next year.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Home away from home

Home away from home

Clean and comfortable Plenty of room for family of 8 Great kitchen Wonderful pool area, close to beach, quiet area, bikes and beach supplies Check in was easy Owners are responsive and kind Can’t wait to return!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2020

Longboat Key Living

Longboat Key Living

We had 5 adults visiting Longboat for the Thanksgiving weekend and could not have had a better stay at this house. The house is in great shape, the pool area is excellent and the house is in a very nice area. We spent 7 days at the house with no issues and would recommend it as an exceptional rental.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2020

Great Vacation!

Great Vacation!

We’ve been staying in Longboat Key for a few years and love it. This house was amazing in every way! Will definitely be back.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2020

Loved it!

Loved it!

We were here to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary with our grown kids and spouses - 6 of us. We had a terrific time in part because this property was perfect for us. Immaculate, with a beautiful working kitchen and lovely pool area. The guys fished off the pier and enjoyed some football on TV - all of us enjoyed the pool. It is obvious that Marcia takes a lot of pride in her property and cares that her guests have a great vacation. She’s attentive, friendly and helpful. The home is amply supplied with everything a guest would need. We could not have found a better place for our celebration vacation. Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2019

Great Location

Great Location

This property worked beautifully for our family reunion. Thank you.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2019

Family fun

Family fun

This was our third trip to Longboat Key and the second stay at Gunwhale Drive. We had a really wonderful trip. This time we brought our family, so it was 8 of us in the house for a week. The bedrooms are very private and the house layout works very well with lots of comfortable common space for the family to gather. Nice large tables indoors and out for dining. The pool is great and the pool furniture was generous in size, as were the lounge chairs. There are lots of places to sit and relax. The house’s location on the canal provides endless fascination watching all of the herons, egrets and pelicans fishing for dinner. We really enjoy this house.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2019

Fully Satisfied

Fully Satisfied

Great house, spacious, clean, everything worked. Kitchen well equipped. Wonderful swimming pool, large, deep with an ample deck. 10 minutes from St Armands. Marcia was on top of everything, very service oriented. Thank you.

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2019

Great space for the family

Great space for the family

The house was perfectly suited for my family, including 3 boys and a mother-in-law. The rental had all the amenities of an everyday lived-in home. The two masters were on opposite wings of the house, both opening up to the pool. The neighborhood was quiet. The boys loved the pool more than the beach. Plenty of pool & beach supplies, fishing poles, bikes, and games. The only minor flaw is the walking distance to the beach, which is about 1/2 mile walk. We remedied that by driving to a public access about 2 miles away, which then put us only walking a few steps to the beach. The owner was great to work with - easy instructions/check-in/check-out. The circle at St. Armand’s Key is only a few miles away - great shopping and dining! I’d recommend this house!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2019

Awesome stay

Awesome stay

Had never been to the area. Beautiful place and central location. Very quite safe area. Grandson loved pool

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2019

Paradise

Paradise

Beautiful home , beautiful setting, everything was most enjoyable.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2019

Great property

Great property

Our second time staying here. Great home and close to the beach! Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2019

Awesome Longboat Key House

Awesome Longboat Key House

The house was big open and lovely. It was perfectly located for what we needed. All the amenities of home and tastefully decorated. It is perfect to have everyone in one place to eat and chat and watch TV or enjoy each others company. Really a 5 star place.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2018

Beautiful property. Home was very comfortable for our family . Dock was a big plus for our boat.

Beautiful property. Home was very comfortable for our family . Dock was a big plus for our boat.

Home was beautifully furnished and comfortable. Kitchen was great for cooking for our family of eight. Marcia responded very quickly with a question that I had. Only drawback I found was that beach access was not doable with small kids. Luckily we had our boat for beach access. Will definitely recommend this property and will rent again in the future.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2018

Fantastic Place For Relaxation and Fun!

Fantastic Place For Relaxation and Fun!

We loved this house on Long Boat Key. The house was spacious and had great furnishings along with everything we needed. There were floaties for the pool and everything we needed for the beach; chairs, wagon, umbrella, a cooler would have been the only thing that would have been helpful. The kitchen had pots, pans, plates, utensils everything we needed for cooking, and we cooked almost all of our meals. We loved using the bikes to ride to St. Armands Circle, Madison Ave Cafe was our favorite place to get coffee in the morning, great food and ambiance! The pedestrian beach wasn't our favorite, but we drove down a little further where the beach was a little bigger. We also drove to Siesta Key Beach about 20 minutes away, it's our favorite! You will love this house, there was plenty of room and the pool/patio made it complete!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2018

Our extended family fully enjoyed this wonderfully located and beautifully decorated home.

Our extended family fully enjoyed this wonderfully located and beautifully decorated home.

Booking was easy, communication with the owner was clear and timely. The home was even better than described. We rented additional furniture for the two babies who were part of our party but found EVERYTHING else needed already provided.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2018

Great spring getaway on Longboat Key!

Great spring getaway on Longboat Key!

We are Michigan siblings who just spent a week at this lovely home on Longboat Key. It was spacious enough for six adults to share, with plenty of bathrooms to give everyone their privacy. The home is super clean, furniture was colorful and comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. We loved the outdoor grill and swam in the heated pool every day. The bikes were an added plus, which allowed us to cycle around the neighborhood, the golf course, and enjoy the very upscale surroundings near the beach. Loved the access to St. Armand's Circle and the great shops and restaurants. We did not see any manatees in the canal behind the house, but the pelicans and herons had a field day fishing right off our dock! It was the perfect getaway for our family "sib trip". The property owner Marcia was available and responsive for any questions, but we had no issues during our carefree week. Loved it, hope to repeat the experience! Many thanks for sharing your lovely home. --Karen from Michigan

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2018

Another good year. Great weather in Feb.

Another good year. Great weather in Feb.

Always a pleasant experience on Longboat Key. Very warm, and traffic much worse because of it.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2018

Beautiful big house.

Beautiful big house.

Nice open main area. 2 masters were perfect for 2 families. Landlord very attentive but not overbearing. In a great area of town. Would rent again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2017

Great place to vacation

Great place to vacation

Our family of five stayed in this home for a week in July 2017. We were impressed by the quick response by email from the owners and we truly enjoyed their lovely home. This was the first time we have used VRBO; it was so easy and such a great property. Our adult children enjoyed the pool, fishing dock, bikes, and the closeness to the beach. My husband and I appreciated the quietness of the neighborhood, the comfortable beds and furnishings in the home. It was nice to have a private pool and bikes so all of us could ride together! Our daughter caught fish every time she fished off the dock and we even saw a manatee one evening close to the dock. Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2017

Wonderful home with plenty of room for everyone.

Wonderful home with plenty of room for everyone.

We rented this home for 2 weeks and loved the location. Very close to beach, St Armand's circle and Sarasota downtown district. The island is beautiful and quiet. There were bikes to ride and plenty of beach items to use. The colors in the house and decorations were high quality. Beautiful kitchen and bathrooms. We had 2 families and enjoyed having 2 master bedrooms. The dock was a plus for fishing. The kids caught some large fish and saw a manatee right off the dock. I highly recommend this property for families. Hope to stay again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2017

Great Home for a Family vacation

Great Home for a Family vacation

Our family had a great week of vacation at Beach and Boaters paradise. We enjoyed fishing from the dock and it was a good place to launch our kayaks. We have made Longboat key a family tradition but this was our first time staying on the southern end of the island. We were not disappointed in the least. The home is just as advertised and is a good place to spend the day hanging around the pool and cooking on the grill. We definitely hope to return in the near future.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2017

Outstanding location

Outstanding location

This is our 3rd year at this beautiful home in Longboat Key. We spent 6 weeks with visits from our children and grandchildren. The home is well equipped with everything we needed during our six week visit. It is large and comfortable.The pool area is great. The location is conveniently located to St Armand's, the Mote Aquarium and great restaurants. Thanks to the owners for the use of their home providing an outstanding getaway from the weather in Ohio.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Longboat Key?

The average price for a rental in Longboat Key is $492 per night. This rental is $125 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!. Enjoy the water!

Is Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!

House in Longboat Key, FL

Reasons to book

About this house rental

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Map of Longboat Key, FL

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Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!

House in Longboat Key, FL

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Longboat Key, FL

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Longboat Key?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Beach and Boaters Paradise! Heated pool, Fish off the dock, walk to the beach!?

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