The Beach on Longboat Key #224 Resort by RVA
Apartment in Longboat Key, FL
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this apartment rental
RVA features The Beach on Longboat Key. Savor warm Gulf breezes while resting lavishly in this Gulf-front condominium complex. New designs were created using South Beach flair, resulting in comfortably modern furnishings and decorations. Located directly on the beach, this resort features beautiful Gulf-front views, which means you are only steps from the white-sand beaches and placid turquoise waters and memorable sunsets that will have you daydreaming about your next beach vacation month after month. All units feature a full-size kitchen or kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and private patio or balcony (2 bdrms only). Whether you are traveling as a family, honeymooners, on business, or just want a resort with the best accommodations Longboat Key has to offer, this is the resort for you.
Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of The Beach on Longboat Key #224 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 and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.
Accommodations: The Beach on Longboat Key is a relaxing, yet modern retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, located mid-island on Longboat Key. Choose from our various unit styles including studio, hotel, one- and two-bedroom units. Enjoy all the amenities of home in these fully furnished condominiums including LCD, flat-screen TVs, full-sized kitchen or kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, dining area, and modern, yet beachy, décor.
Resort Features: On-site Office, Heated Swimming Pool, Private Beach Access, Wireless Internet Access, Complimentary Chaise Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas, Fully Equipped Kitchens or Kitchenettes, Picnic Area, Private Patio or Balcony (2 bdrms only), Designer Decorated Units, Complimentary Parking, Community Laundry Facilities (private washer/dryer available in select units), Outdoor Shower, Various Views
Unit #224 Features: 1-bedroom unit including full-size kitchen, private patio, and Gulf-front views
View: Gulf View
Bedding: 1 Queen Bed, 1 Sleeper Sofa
Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of The Beach on Longboat Key #224 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 and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.
Accommodations: The Beach on Longboat Key is a relaxing, yet modern retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, located mid-island on Longboat Key. Choose from our various unit styles including studio, hotel, one- and two-bedroom units. Enjoy all the amenities of home in these fully furnished condominiums including LCD, flat-screen TVs, full-sized kitchen or kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, dining area, and modern, yet beachy, décor.
Resort Features: On-site Office, Heated Swimming Pool, Private Beach Access, Wireless Internet Access, Complimentary Chaise Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas, Fully Equipped Kitchens or Kitchenettes, Picnic Area, Private Patio or Balcony (2 bdrms only), Designer Decorated Units, Complimentary Parking, Community Laundry Facilities (private washer/dryer available in select units), Outdoor Shower, Various Views
Unit #224 Features: 1-bedroom unit including full-size kitchen, private patio, and Gulf-front views
View: Gulf View
Bedding: 1 Queen Bed, 1 Sleeper Sofa
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Longboat Key, FL
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Reviews
6.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location was beautiful, the short path to the beach was beautiful! Never used the pool , but my family did! The property was older than it looked in pictures!!!! Needs much redoing and maintenance ! The price was definitely about what everyone else charges! Unit was not cleaned before we got there floors were very dirty! I will definitely look elsewhere on my next visit!
6.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The unit had a stale cigarette smell.
10.0
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:
Very nice and quiet stay. Beautiful view of the Gulf. Beach not crowded. Condo was nicely furnished and bed was comfortable.The bathroom could use some attention on the floor and around the bathtub. Sue was great and provided helpful info on LBK restaurants and local shopping. Will definitely return for another stay.
8.0
This was a nice getaway from the normal routine of life. I would absolutely come back to the unit. Clean beach and quiet neighborhood. I enjoyed my stay and would come back.
10.0
Lovely but tiny
8.0
We have stayed at The Beach many times and will return. The unit was clean and well stocked. I do like that there is no daily housekeeping now, we did not run out of anything in our week stay. The walkways and stairs however were very dirty, the step treads were black. The north stairwell had a sort of dirty odor too. Looked like the facility just needed a little TLC on the exterior. Amazing stay though and will be back again. Also, will refer others to The Beach.
2.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Steps to beach only thing going for unit, but not even that makes it worth stay. NOT as advertised. Pictures prove it, happy to send. Owner should be ashamed, held accountable. Difficult to find assistance based on lack of Resort by RVA staff on site, office often locked during business hours. When located, response wholly inadequate. At check in, not provided copy of rental agreement. Before entry, told unit needed work, Upon entry, found peeling unevenly colored paint, wall damage, rusted bathtub and fixtures, damaged crumbling door and window casings, broken shade and holes where curtain may have been, different furniture with rickety and missing pieces, burned out interior and exterior lights, bedroom hot, smelly gooey mold in kitchen drain that didn't drain unless disposal on and caused living area to smell, etc. Inadequate kitchen with dirty and/or rusty items, 2 spoons total, etc., couldn't use as planned. Questionably clean linens, had to change, no fitted sheet. No pillows to use sofa bed. Above all else, absolutely filthy, sticky surfaces and even candy wrapper next to bed. Asked staff if cleaners working in complex at check in could at least clean floor. Told yes, never happened. Later told had to physically be in unit for this. Ridiculous for regular unit cleaning and maintenance. Asked for exterior light replacement to see entry door lock and use balcony. Vague response, never happened. Told no pillows for sofa bed despite new pillows in office. Smoker outside below extremely unpleasant, not family friendly community oriented, could smell in unit. Moreover, unit priced higher than other much nicer units in complex. No one in office at check out, but saw Resort by RVA rep getting into truck. Listed some complaints, but checked out with him fast to make flight. Would have reviewed and provided list and pictures sooner, but shortly after stay father twice admitted to hospital then discharged to my care.
10.0
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:
Beautiful view and very clean.
8.0
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 had a fun, relaxing time. A great getaway at a quiet resort.
10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very 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 have stayed at this unit for the past two years now. REALLY enjoy the entire property and the location is wonderful. The unit itself could use some furniture upgrades, but all in all a great stay once again
10.0
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:
Unit was small but adequate for 2 people.
10.0
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 recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Unit 224 reflects pride of ownership. This 2nd floor location is the best of the resort. Its welcoming entry, comfortable balcony, and heart-stopping views provide the magic. As a delightful bonus, access to a nearby sister property and Hugo II restaurant was prearranged. Stupendous dining.
10.0
Being SW florida residents, staying at the Beach has been a wonderful and some local getaway for my husband and I. The beachfront and peaceful property is incredible. Can not wait to come back.
2.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condition of the property was filthy. The sofa was so dirty we sat on the wood chars to watch tv or just rest. The wallls filthy the bathroom was in the same condition the hot and cold were on available. The shower very corrode.the dish washer was also corrode and unusable. Your maintenance dept,
10.0
The condo had everything that we needed for a comfortable stay. Great beach access and many good restaurants and activities close by.
6.0
The staff was great
The location was very good
It was wonderful to look out on the water
But the room itself was dated, badly in need of a coat of paint, the bathroom tile needed grout, the tub water was only moderately warm, the floor tiles in spots were cracked, the kitchen cabinets were in need of fresh stain. The kitchen utensils provided a poor assortment of silverware and pots.
10.0
The Beach condo complex was small, quiet, and relaxing with wonderfully close beach access and a great view out the 2nd floor porch window.
The complex was a little older but well maintained. The only surprise was that the washer and dryer was only one for the complex of 10-12 units and was centrally located on property like a laundry mat.
8.0
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 love staying here. The location is great and it is quiet there. We have stayed in a couple of different units. This one is fine but about to need some updates.
10.0
Loved the location!!!
8.0
The condo was in good shape overall, and the facility was pretty well maintained. The pool was a good temperature, the beach clean (and close!), and the laundry facility on-site was convenient. However, the washing machine in particular was quite dirty, and the stairs/walkways could use a good pressure-washing. The beach was very private, which was nice, and was not very busy - however it was December. Management and staff were friendly and accommodating. The biggest issue I had aside from the cleanliness was that the condo was much smaller than I expected. The "bedroom" was just big enough to fit the bed - very little room to move around it, and the living room had to be rearranged to get the pull-out sofa bed extended. We made it work, but for a family with two adults and two kids under 8 years old, it was a little tight. It also would have been nice to have access to a vacuum and/or broom to clean the floors - after a day of beach-going, it was pretty sandy in the room. I would stay here again, but probably not with my kids along for the ride.
10.0
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:
Awesome stay and special accolades to Sue at the front desk who was super accomodative.
8.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than 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 location with a beautiful view and perfect beach access. Room was smaller than expected but had all the amenities and necessities we needed. Free laundry. Location is convenient, close to St. Armand Circle, easy drive to Anna Maria Island. Note: No elevator to second floor.
10.0
The location is fantastic. If you’re looking for top of the line luxury, this may not meet your need. If you’re looking for comfortable and very relaxing, this can’t be beat. We had one minor issue and management handled it very quickly on a holiday weekend. We have no complaints whatsoever.
10.0
This was the 2nd time my wife and I came here for our anniversary and had a great time again.
We really like how peaceful, quiet and relaxing this trip is for us. Great place to watch the sunset.
Hope to come back again! Thanks.
10.0
Great location along the beach and Gulf of Mexico Drive, convenient to St. Armand Circle, Publix and a short drive to Anna Maria Island. Clean little unit. No elevator to second floor but was not a problem for us. Great access to the beach and beautiful view of sunrises / sunsets.
10.0
My husband and I wanted a lowkey, beach honeymoon. I've never been to this part of Florida, but WOW! So beautiful, clean, and plenty to do. Our air B&B had the most perfect beach access, quite and clean. They even had umbrellas, and chairs for us to use as we please.
Just a short 20 minute drive to the downtown area, with tons of fantastic restaurants.
We will absolutely be back! 10/10 Recommend!
10.0
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:
Beach was lovely and the Apt was clean, a great experience
10.0
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:
Relaxing Surroundings & Beautiful Views!
10.0
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 recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great views of the Gulf and pool.
10.0
Loved the location and the view.
10.0
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 more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a wonderful experience. Great location, great views!!
10.0
Beautiful, clean and great location.
10.0
It was a good experience
Beach was amazing!
10.0
Good for family time excellent beach
10.0
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:
Excellent beautiful view nice and clean pool beach perfect!!!
2.0
Property was not as advertised. Refrigerator was not working, couch was not the one pictured (it was very dirty), Air Conditioning vents were caked with dust, and the bed had bed bugs.
10.0
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:
It was wonderful. Lovely room, friendly hosts, amazing views & beach!
8.0
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:
This is good condo complex to stay and we like the quiet nature of it. The unit has a dishwasher that had an odor and it looked like the filter needed cleaning out. We used it once and the dishes did not get entirely clean so we washed by hand and never used it again. Not a big deal but We washed dishes by hand for the remainder of our stay.
6.0
Beautiful location! Our room was very dated. The dishwasher was FILTHY and Old and stained. The floor boards were stained and coming off the walls. The floor was not clean on arrival I had to sweep and then buy Swiffer's and clean myself. All dishes were dirty on arrival and required cleaning before using including silverware. (Likely a problem from the poorly running dishwasher). We found rodent droppings under the sink. When storing our suitcases under the bed we found a very dusty magazine with another person's name on it. The TV's were small with poor connection to the Wifi. The quality if kitchen utensils was extremely poor and a knife broke in half while using it to cut an apple. Staff we spoke to before arrival were rude. I would not stay again in this unit. We were told by staff there have been requests to the owners to update this unit. It is needed.
8.0
The location of the property was wonderful, the staff were helpful, and it was clean and well-furnished. However, the unit was very small. The bedroom dresser was in the living room, and the kitchen table was crowded into the living area. The window treatments weren't working properly. We appreciated the use of the Cedars Club for pickleball and use of the bicycles.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Longboat Key?
The average price for a rental in Longboat Key is £272 per night. This rental is £173 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Beach on Longboat Key #224 Resort by RVA. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Beach on Longboat Key #224 Resort by RVA. Enjoy the water!
Is The Beach on Longboat Key #224 Resort by RVA pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Beach on Longboat Key #224 Resort by RVA?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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