Silver Sands #252 Resort by RVA
Apartment in Longboat Key, FL
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this apartment rental
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 #252 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private patio.
View: Pool/Gulf View
Bedding: 1 King, Futon
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
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 #252 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit in the Green Building with a direct pool view and a distant Gulf view from your private patio.
View: Pool/Gulf View
Bedding: 1 King, Futon
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
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Longboat Key, FL
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
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:
Wife and I rented a 1 BR suite in Silver Sands Resort on Longboat Key. This is the second time we have stayed at this resort. We love the location and the proximity to the beach. My wife loves walking the beach and looking for seashells. One evening, we got to watch newly hatched sea turtles scrambling down the beach to the water. It was amazing! Room had everything we needed for a long weekend. I like to cook, so my only complaint was that the knives in the kitchen were as dull as butter knives. We will definitely be back.
3.0 / 5.0
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 stayed the end of march. The location was very close to amenities but you had to drive everywhere you wanted to go. There were not a lot of restaurants within close walking distance. The room we stayed although I appreciated the relevance to the circus we were kind of hoping for a little bit more beachy vibe. They could definitely use a little updating in that respect. I will have to say the bed was hard as a rock and the most uncomfortable one I've ever been on with any vrbo. The beach was amazing and the property manager was pretty knowledgeable about the area as well. We would probably come back and just choose a different unit in the future.
3.0 / 5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love Silver Sands Resort, We have always stayed there in the past and will continue to book our Vacation there. The Room wasn't as clean as in the past. The tub was dirty and there was sand on the floors.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
The facility as a whole was great. I don’t think I would pick the Barnum Bailey Room decor again. The room was quite dark.
5.0 / 5.0
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:
This property was absolutely incredible! The room was spacious and very clean, and the location was perfect for our trip. The staff were very friendly and personable and made our trip to Longboat key one we will not forget!
5.0 / 5.0
Easy access to the beach. Entire facility was clean and well taken care of. Location was great for a quiet getaway. Loved that it was away from the packed beaches but a short and easy drive to St. Armond’s Circle one way and Bradenton Beach the other way. Staff was very friendly!
5.0 / 5.0
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:
14 family members celebrated 60th Birthday. We arrived to a chocolate cake in the Frig just waiting our arrival. we had 4 units, and the best time every. Favorite beach in Florida, come relax and enjoy old Florida with family and friends. We have been going for 40 years
5.0 / 5.0
Older resort, but clean, great beach, and friendly staff. Beach was not crowded on a St Patrick’s Day weekend. Enjoyed very much
5.0 / 5.0
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:
Very easy check in. Property was well kept as well as the condo. Short walk to the beach was convenient. Would definitely stay again!!
3.0 / 5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat 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:
While the view is magnificent, the unit is very small and outdated. The Ringling Brothers wall art and furniture is disturbing and very outdated. We had to have the kitchen faucet replaced as it would not work correctly. Appliances are old and dirty. So much furniture in the bedroom makes it hard to maneuver around bed. Blinds on both bedroom window and doorway are broken and don't cover adequetly. Price is obviously for the view, which is great, but over priced in my opinion. Location is great while being able to walk to the beach without crossing main road. Manager is amazing, she was very accommodating, friendly and helpful.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful property and would definitely stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
The unit is nice. The beach and pool are fabulous! The bed is comfortable and the unit is quiet. The lady in the office is really great. No complaints or issues.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
The best beach view. Apartment a little cluttered and couch uncomfortable. Bed sleeps great and view is worth it. The toilet wasn't cleaned good when we first arrived but everything else was clean.
5.0 / 5.0
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 enjoyed our short stay at Silver Sands very much. The view of the beach from the room was beautiful and the beach was great! We celebrated our anniversary with lunch at the Columbia Restaurant, St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, which we enjoyed very much.
1.0 / 5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
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:
I was booked for two nights immediately after hurricane Idalia passed through. Staff on site and at the RVA line led me to believe everything was great. It wasn't. I should have been allowed to reschedule and wasn't. I'm extremely upset about it!
5.0 / 5.0
Overall our trip was amazing. Saw dolphins and manatees each day. Weather was amazing. Unit was fine for our quick two night stay. Garbage was left in kitchen and had knats all in it. That wasnt pleasant but didnt ruin anything and property manager was very apologetic and offered to buy us breakfast.
4.0 / 5.0
Love this beach area!
4.0 / 5.0
It’s the first time we stayed in this unit, we’ve stayed at SS many many times, great place. It reads 4 can sleep in the unit but it will accommodate only 3 people. It has a king size bed and a futon -almost twin size. A couple cannot sleep in this futon. It has 2 rattan swing chairs which occupy most of the living room. I understand the ringling bros theme but a lighter color decor would be a better choice.
4.0 / 5.0
Small but comfortable. Bed was comfortable and clean. AC was turned down and cool and room was very clean upon arrival. Ground clean. Beach accessories available and convenient. Shuffle board and putt putt were nice and accessories available for all. Pool was clean and accommodating.
Cons..ceilings are low. Hit hands on ceiling fan several times taking off shirt. Couch futon definitely WOULD NOT be comfortable to sleep on. Sliding door hard to open and close due to rust I’m assuming. Fridge seems older and rusted in surface areas but worked perfectly fine.
5.0 / 5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
The view was amazing! I loved walking in the mornings to living room. The property itself needs some “work”. The center table and the night tables were dusty. When you shower it had a must smell. The Ringling decor did not flow throughout the room. Yet, overall experience for three days/ two nights was good
4.0 / 5.0
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:
Overall great experience as usual. Have been coming here for years. But not a fan of the circus decor.( fur pillows, couch, paintings etc.)partially our fault wrote down the wrong room number when booking.
5.0 / 5.0
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 had a great stay at Silver Sands. The room was very clean and ready early. Beautiful private resort beach with chairs on the beach and available umbrellas if desired. Location is in a Quiter area. We prefer the quiet side of the island. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Only complaint is the paper towels and toliet paper providing is so cheap and thin you need to use way more than you would have with a higher quality product. We actually just bought our own. Over all we do highly reccomend Silver Sands and plan on staying again
5.0 / 5.0
Very clean
Check in was awesome with Margaret !
Looking forward to going again.
5.0 / 5.0
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:
Not a big place but just perfect for the two of us. We had all we needed and the location was great and we had beautiful weather. What more could you want?
5.0 / 5.0
Would definitely stay again. Planning to return with additional family. Very clean and the grounds were kept immaculate. Definitely a great place to stay. The pool and the area around it was very well kept. Can’t say enough. Very happy with the stay.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
Silver sands is a great place for a simple getaway . You can’t beat the views.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
Enjoyed Silver Sands, location, view, kitchen,front office, pool all great. as other guests have mentioned, the swinging chairs are uncomfortable and in the way. The couch is uncomfortable(luckily we were never inside)
4.0 / 5.0
The property is older but the location on the second floor with a tremendous view of the pool and Gulf makes this unique. The unit could use some updating with a newer couch and the basket chairs are a bit hard to get up from. Again, the view overcomes any shortfalls. Also,Margaret the Manager was marvelous.
2.0 / 5.0
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 very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Good location. Antiquated units. Place needs upgraded badly. Would not stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
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:
Very nice place! Margaret really took care of us! When we thought ice machine was broke she brought us a bag of ice! Nice place very comfy! Beautiful view! Wish we could of stayed longer!
5.0 / 5.0
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:
This was our 4th time staying at Silver Sands. Our Condo had a view of the Gulf and the pool. The condo was clean and accommodated our needs. The staff was helpful and attentive. The pool was heated and very clean. We booked another stay next year.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
Lovely stay - facilities and location very good. This unit should have new living room furniture and it needs better lighting. Bed comfortable.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice view, nice property. Right on the beach. Chairs provided. Will stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
This condo is in an excellent, well-run resort, on a beautiful, uncrowded beach. The view is gorgeous from the large balcony, and the bed is extremely comfortable with lovely bedding. We enjoyed the huge pool, and beautiful grounds. The ice maker didn't work, but when I inquired about an ice tray at the front office, Margaret dashed out and came back with a bag of ice for us. Wow! She was top-notch! Unfortunately, we didn't find the furniture in the unit comfortable, at all. We had to use folding camp chairs that we keep in the car.
5.0 / 5.0
Great condo, 2nd floor unit. We were there for the weekend to attend a wedding and this unit was fine for what we needed. The balcony is screened, overlooking the pool and the Gulf, which is only a few steps away. We had a problem with a slow shower drain, and let the property manager (who was very friendly) know when we checked out.
4.0 / 5.0
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:
The property was exactly as we expected it to be! Wonderful!! The view of the pool and the Gulf of Mexico from our balcony was amazing! My husband and I were celebrating our 30th anniversary and enjoyed beautiful 85 degree weather and delicious food every day! We saw beautiful sunsets from the quiet spot on the beach! The apartment was clean and nicely decorated. I loved the swinging chairs in the living room! We did have two minor complaints. The room had a slight musty smell and when we ran water in the kitchen sink there was a bad odor but the water tasted fine. We think the smell came up from the drain. Despite those minors issues we will definitely plan another stay here in the future!
4.0 / 5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very 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:
Fortunately this immediate area received very little damage from the hurricane.Would return to this location on Florida west coast. Found several good restaurants. Unit needs attention. Needs new bed linens. There were no beach towels. Very small bathroom mirror. Unit is dark and needs more lighting. Kitchen needs upgraded dishes, utensils, cookware. Ice maker didn’t work and there were no ice trays to make ice. Needs a comfort chair. Pool was closed during the first 2 days of our visit. We were there for a family visit and we were very happy with that.
5.0 / 5.0
i have the best relaxing time , cant wait to come back :)
5.0 / 5.0
very nice beach and property. it was very lovely !
i cant say enough about how much we loved it there!
5.0 / 5.0
Good
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FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Longboat Key?
The average price for a rental in Longboat Key is R 6,575 per night. This rental is R 2,540 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Silver Sands #252 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 Silver Sands #252 Resort by RVA. Enjoy the water!
Is Silver Sands #252 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 Silver Sands #252 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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