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Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA

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On the beach, beach umbrellas
A heated pool
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA

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 #251A Features: Hotel room in the Green Building with a kitchenette.



Bedding: 1 Queen



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

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

7538-173188

About the neighborhood

Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Cannons Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jewfish Key - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Coquina Beach - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • IMG Academy - 21 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Silver Sands #251A Resort by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 45 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room we stayed in could use some updating but other than that had everything we needed. Great pool area overlooking ocean. Fabulous beach area with chairs. Close to several restaurants and activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good short getaway
Our unit was pretty dated and smaller than most hotel rms we stay in, but right on the gulf and a heated pool when it was chilly made it a great choice for a short getaway
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Monica A.

Longboat short vacation stay
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: Overall very good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah G., Niantic

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Longboat Key
Beach with lounge chairs, pool, clean unit, comfortable bed, wonderful shower, great location - perfect. Unit could some TLC and updating.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Wonderful property on the key! Clean and exactly as advertised. Great communication by management team. Easy check in & out. Reasonably priced and excellent location . Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip with my husband
Very clean! Great pool! On the beach with very short walk to beach. New Weber gas grills, chairs and umbrellas available!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brenda p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet short stay
Everything was good. Toilet wasn't working properly evening of check in, but after reporting issue, it was promptly repaired!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Krissandra B.

Quick getaway
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: Check in and out was easy. Room looks just like the pictures and is very close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard K., Agawam

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise Indeed
Silver Sands was such an amazing place to stay. Pool and Ocean steps away...I've personally never seen beauty like this shy of going to an Island in the Caribbean. The staff was amazing...Margaret...YOU were amazing!! The people staying there were super friendly...as were the locals. Super quiet, relaxing...just what I needed for my body and soul!! Will def be returning whenever I can!! A++++++++
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Matthew H., Lithia, FL

Longboat Key
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: Great access to pool and quiet beach. Room is very small and it’s truly a 2 person room. Perfect for a one or two night stay, anything longer and you will need more space and a kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

cathy

Disliked: Amenities, communication
This particular unit is tiny; just enough room for a double bed. There is a fridge and microwave, but no sink so actually cooking would be a challenge. One window--unopenable-- facing the parking lot. Someone has made a nice effort to decorate the room. The larger property has very nice beach access and the other units appear more attractive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jennifer b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great little place. Perfect locations, with just enough amenities
The unit I stayed in had a few little glitches. The shower door was off the track, and little things like that. But maintenance was quick to offer to fix it. It didn't bother me, though, and the location was just perfect. The people were lovely too.I am looking forward to retuning. Its a great place, for the price, its really fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Guy F., Tampa, Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good for the price.
We hadn't stayed on Longboat Key before. Not a big fan of that island. The hotel was old but very clean. The room was very small and the table and chairs in the room should be thrown out. A bit of money would make the place 100% better, but for what it was it wasn't bad. The bed was very uncomfortable sadly, but that's hotels sometimes. The staff was very nice and quick to fix issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short on a few thing
Only had 1 fork. Would of been nice to have some plastic glasses for poolside refreshments. Beach longers were nice but umbrellas were only available at the office and the cheap. I got a new one from the office but it broke. Would have been nice if the umbrellas were commercial grade and positioned on the beach. Overall, we had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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2/10 Terrible

John D.

What A Dump !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat 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: Broken Sink, Broken Shower Door, Broken Phone !!!!Smelled Funky !!!!!!We left after ONE Night !!!AC Barely Worked !!! Never Again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

EDWARD M.

Great Stay
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 staff were awesome and responsive to any problems. The pool is nice and well maintained. This is a small complex so the pool is very seldom busy. There are 2 grills next to the pool to use to cook. The complex is right on the beach which is very beautiful. There are several beach lounge chairs at the complex to use. The unit we stayed in only has 2 rooms a bathroom and an open room that contains the bed, small dining table, and a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker. Only 1 window which faces the parking lot. The unit was clean and the bed is comfortable but understand you can easily hear through the walls. There is a shared laundry area at the complex which takes quarters. The area around the complex is nice and several places to eat and shop are nearby. This is the 2 nd time staying at this location and have been pleased both times.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William C.

Peaceful
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: Great to be back in this area after 20 years. It was relaxing and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Lebanon, OH

Vacation GetAway in January
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: Silver Sands Resort is a lovely area to rent for a vacation get away. We loved the pool and the beach so very much! We will stay here again; but, next time we will rent a larger apartment. #251A is very small; and, we have decided next time we need a kitchen for sure! The walls in this unit are also very thin. We could hear our neighbors all the time. Otherwise, though, this area is absolutely the best location! The beach is gorgeous; and, we were close to Anna Maria and St. Armand's. We love Silver Sands and we will reserve again for sure!!
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4/10 Poor

Tonya H.

Disappointed
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: We arrived about 8pm on the day of our check-in. Then we received a phone call about 11pm regarding a family emergency. We left to drive back to michigan the following morning. Did not stay for the rest of our trip. I am disappointed that we can not get any compensation for this unfortunate situation.
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8/10 Good

Patty A., Central Florida

Last minute get-away
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Place was clean, but needed a little TLC. Bathroom fan was very clogged, and AC filter also needed to be cleaned. Reported it to management, and they responded quickly. It was appropriately stocked with appliances for a studio
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Wonderful peaceful
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: Flawless, as always 🌞
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4/10 Poor

A guest from Auburndale, FL

Not satisfied.
Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Don't like the late check in. Paying for the night and not able to enjoy that 1st day. Sand in the tub. Very hard to get ahold of office even after leaving multiple messsges.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Wonderful
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: Clean & peaceful.
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10/10 Excellent

Maritza H.

Wonderful Location and Property
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: Had a great stay, clean property that offers a great beach, amenities and pool.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 2 day Escape!
First time using VRBO. Was pleasantly surprised! Our room was exceptional with everything we needed. Bed was comfortable and room was very clean. The Silver Sands resort was amazing, clean, and exceeded our expectations. My spouse of 40 years and I will definitely be back for a longer stay. The service was impeccable and the views of the sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico Beach were beyond words! Pool, shuffle board, and putt putt 9 hole course was well maintained and fun to enjoy. Area restaurants had some of the best seafood we have ever eaten, and we own a restaurant, so that is saying alot. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back soon. Thank you to all the staff for their amazing service and attention to detail!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022