We had a wonderful stay. The property was very clean. We had everything we needed. Location was perfect. The property manager was in constant contact with us. We will definitely return!!

My wife and I just completed a perfect stay at this beach front property. My wife even said when we entered the room “she was never leaving”. The location, view and surrounding area was just as advertised. The communication and follow-up from the property manager was excellent! We look forward to returning soon!!

Great time and perfect weather!!! Owner was very Helpful with information about the area. Wonderful sunsets !!! Beach was very nice and there was a shower to rinse the sand off ! The ladies at the office were very nice!!!

Spectacular views, quiet beach, attentive owner, clean and well kept property. Grilling area was nice and kept clean. Many great local restaurants. We will definitely be returning!

Our stay was only one night because we decided to extend our honeymoon an extra day due to having rain almost our whole week in Florida. The place was a little smaller than we expected, but for just the two of us, that was OK. It was nicely decorated and had a beautiful view of the Gulf. We spent a little time sitting on the beach (most of what you need...chairs, umbrella, cooler, etc. are in the unit), went to dinner at the Lazy Lobster & watched the sunset (even though it was a cloudy one) from the balcony. It is a nice area, though we weren't there long enough to do much exploring. Communication with Jim was good & his responses were quick.

Jim is a great host and takes care of his customer. We loved the property and overall stay. We would recommend Jim as a host and his properties if you want smooth vacation.

Beautiful condo with absolutely everything you need for the perfect day @ the beach! The condo was beautifully decorated and spotless. We were right on the beach with an amazing view! It is located in a quiet area with very few people on the beach. We had a very relaxing & fantastic week, I don’t think it could of been any better. Jim Z made everything easy with great communication.

Jim’s condo is beautifully designed with an up scale Florida vibe that complements the view of the Gulf of Mexico. We enjoyed our week and Jim was great with communication.

Fantastic view and beach access. Would stay here again.

condo was beautiful. the view from the balcony was perfect we loved the condo JIM was very helpful. most definitly be back next year

Excellent location; well appointed unit; very attentive host.

Would highly recommend this property! Beautiful location, condo unit, beach! No need to leave if you don’t want to. Everything you need is right there! Communication was first class, you need anything just ask! If we return would definitely stay here again or at another of Jim’s properties! Thank you for a memorable week with family!!

This was a beautiful rental. Great views and on the beach! Loved it! Jim is a great host and very accommodating to our needs. Thanks Jim. We will def be coming back!

Nice property. Property, beach, and Longboat Key area all are quiet with few people around which we loved. Beautiful beach that’s great for taking long walks.

Great family beach and awesome CLEAN unit!!!! The water was clear to the ocean floor even when the water was over my head. Great restaurants nearby and great host. No complaints!!! Will be coming back here every year!

STAYED MAY 2023. I LIVE IN FL. I GO TO THE BEACH ON VACATION 2 / 3 TIMES A YEAR. I HAVE STAYED IN DIFFERENT CONDOS OVER THE YEARS. ON DIFFERENT BEACHS. THIS UNIT #503 IS ONE OF THE BEST. VERY CLEAN 100% OCEAN VIEW. YOU CAN SEE DOWN THE BEACH IN BOTH DIRECTIONS. THE WATER IS CRYSTAL CLEAR. THE CONDO IS REALLY DECORATED NICE. LIKE A TOP-OF-THE-LINE RESORT.BEDS ARE VERY COMFORTABLE LIKE THE REST OF THE FURNITURE. ALL FURNISHING ARE OF TOP QUALITY NOTTINHG CHEAP HERE. LOTS OF PARKING SPACES.

We arrived 3 hours before our check in time, I texted Owner Jim to see if we could check in early. He replied right away and had his cleaning crew arrive early to clean the condo. Beautiful updated condo. Location excellent would definitely rent from Jim again. We had a wonderful time. Highly recommend. Laura S

Paradise for a week on a beautiful stretch of turquoise water and sand, mostly due to our unit’s owner, Jim’s, attention to decor, furnishings, kitchen paraphernalia (I cook) and total unit cleanliness. His follow up communication was both timely and precise. I’m a stickler for details and his attention to details surpassed my expectations. We will most definitely return.

Very clean, awesome view of the ocean, easy check in/out. Highly recommend!

We had a great time. Longboat Key is now our favorite destination. The veaches were beautiful and not crowded. The water was crystal clear. We saw an abundance of wildlife. Our condo was very clean and well appointed with a great view and our host, Jim Zilli ,was awesome. He made the process easy, offered great tips and was in constant communication to make sure we had a great stay. Thanks Jim.

Great experience! Really loved the area

Very informative and helpful 👍

We loved our stay at this property. Everything was above our expectations- from the condition of the unit to the awesome location right on the beach to amazing views. Jim went above and beyond making sure we had what we needed, provided recommendations for the area and was a great host. Can’t go wrong with this unit. We’ll definitely return!

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at this condo right on the beach. Zilli Tower 503 is on the top floor of this small resort, and the floor to ceiling windows provided a beautiful view each day. I loved opening the slider doors as soon as we woke up and hearing the gulf-immediate sense of relaxation. This unit overlooks the small lawn, two pavilions for guest use (important to us because I don’t want to spend hours in the sun), and then nothing but views of the private beach and the water. We walked along the beach everyday and this intimate resort seemed to have the best beach access-just walk out your door and it’s there. The unit itself was roomy for us, clean, attractively decorated, had everything we needed, and the beds were very comfortable. Jim, the owner sent out a packet with all the information needed to enjoy a stay on Long Boat Key as well as lots of suggestions of what to do and see and where to eat on LBK and in the Sarasota area if you want to do more than relax on the beach. We went to several of the suggested attractions and restaurants and enjoyed them all. He also texted a day or two after arrival to see if all was perfect. It was.

Great view of the gulf. It had everything we needed. Jim is very attentive and accommodating as a host. We would definitely return to stay here.

Longboat Key was a new destination for us. WE are sold, Jim was a great host, the property has amazing views, we updated and easy to get to the beautiful beach.

Great location and beautiful view.

We loved our stay. The view was wonderful (we spent a lot of time on the balcony complete with brand new, comfy furniture). The condo was super clean, the grounds well maintained by a nice staff. Host Jim Z went above and beyond in communications and fixed a very minor problem within the hour. You can’t find a better value on Longboat. We look forward to a return visit.

The property was clean and the beds were very comfortable. It was stocked with everything we needed for our stay. It had a great view from the balcony. The beach was beautiful. The only downside was the hotel was having some repair work at the time that we had to maneuver around on the main level. Which is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. Other than that we enjoyed our stay immensely.

We loved our stay in Long Boat Key! Jim’s condo was just as promised.. perfect! Jim was spot on with all his restaurant recommendations and other suggestions for entertainment. My husband and I can’t wait to return

Jim was awesome. The condo was beautiful and the view was amazing!!!

The beaches on Longboat Key are some of the best Florida has to offer. The Turtle Crawl property was possibly constructed in the 1970’s and consists of one main building (floors 1-5) and over time numerous detached rental structures have been added. The property’s gulf coast location is “primo”! I recommend the structures on the property be ascetically remodeled to maintain the architectural standards for a property located on Longboat Key. The week I visited, exterior stucco repairs were in progress on the main structure. However, construction workers were not present during my stay. To acquire keys to the unit, you must enter the property’s front office. The office space hasn’t been updated & looks a bit unorganized and haphazard. The staff was friendly & helpful enough. To access the upper floors of the building, there is an operable elevator, but the floor buttons can be contrary. Be patient or take the stairs. Upon entering the unit as advertised, it is decorated tastefully and has an impeccable 5th floor view! A few yards below, the property has wonderful beach accessibility. The unit offers amenities such as beach umbrellas, ice chests & beach towels for guest’s use. I found these items very helpful. The unit is advertised to accommodate 6 people. However, after my stay, I would reevaluate the 1-bedroom unit to accommodate no more than 2-adults and 2-small children. The bedroom’s square footage is too small to accommodate 2-queen beds. Therefore, there is no room to walk around the beds or adequately access the closet. A kingsize bed would better accommodate the space offered. The mattresses are ‘saggy’ and are in need of an upgrade for comfort. There is a sleeper sofa available, I suspect it would be best for 2-small children vs adults. The kitchen is equipped adequately except, it does not have a dishwasher. There is plenty of hot water when taking a shower. It’s close to scalding temperature…I’d consider turning down the water heater. Do take caution if traveling with small children. One security concern, the lock on the sliding glass patio door is ‘persnickety’ and the latch doesn’t engage well. This requires some maintenance. The HVAC filter was dirty and in need of a change. Overall, the unit did not appear as being Covid clean or sanitized. During our stay, we incurred a cleaning fee, so I have standards and expectations. I I recommend cleaning inspections between guest’s scheduled stays.