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Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23

Waterfront condo with kitchen and lanai

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
A heated pool
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Experience the charm of Beach Castle Resort in a cozy, coastal-themed condo with bay views from your screened lanai. Enjoy comforts like a full kitchen, smart TVs with ROKU and cable, complimentary WIFI. The community offers direct access to Gulf of Mexico waters and amenities such as pool, hot tub and BBQ picnic areas.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23

Relax in this privately owned and “coastal themed” ground floor condo that sleeps 4 with bay views from the privacy of your screened lanai, the living room and bedroom! The one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo includes a full-size kitchen with granite counters, fully equipped kitchen w/ice maker, both Keurig and drip coffee makers, cookware, dishes and utensils, a Serta Sleeptrue king mattress, an upgraded memory foam queen mattress on sleeper sofa, new lighting and furnishings. For entertainment - games and books are also provided, as well as smart TVs with ROKU and cable, complimentary WIFI – never compromising the comforts of home. Complimentary laundry facilities, beach chairs/umbrellas, linens/beach towels, cooler for the beach, parking and a fabulous pool and hot tub are all included.



Beach Castle community is located on one of the narrowest points on Longboat Key and spans from the Bay Side to the Gulf Side. All within walking distance to relax on the dock to read a book, cast a fishing line and watch the sunrise or you may even see the Manatees, or enjoy the Gulf side beach for shell collecting, relaxing and catch the sunset. We provide a bayside fishing dock and most importantly, direct and private access to our beautiful Gulf of Mexico waters. Longboat Key’s beaches are the perfect place to collect shells, relax in the warm water or view a picture-perfect sunset.



This secluded hideaway exudes a classic charm that, as vacationers, we yearn for. The grounds are impeccable with lush landscaping, buildings the color of sunshine and accented by Bahama shutters and railings that resemble palm trees. A place to get away from it all, relish in the Florida sunshine and reconnect with family and friends; all this while enjoying white-sand beaches, privacy and most importantly, vacation memories that last a lifetime.



Located a short distance from nearby attractions, our community is within walking distance to Centre Shops which includes three restaurants and an ice cream shop.



Whatever your vacation desire – Beach Castle will be a location you will want to return to year-after-year.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Beach Castle Resort #23 will have the option of 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 courts, pickleball courts, community bicycles, fishing pier and Jr. Olympic heated swimming pool. The guest will also have access to the community fitness center.



Walk to Beach: 3-4 min walk. Complimentary Chairs & Umbrellas Provided



Walk to Bay: Shared Dock and Fishing Pier



View: Bay Front View



Bedding: 1 King Bed in Bedroom, Sleeper Sofa



Parking: All guests have use of one (1) assigned parking spot during their stay. Additional spots are available at a nearby community on a first-come, first-served basis. We kindly ask guests to plan accordingly.



Pets: Pets are not permitted on Beach Castle property.



Resort Features: Full-size Kitchen, Spacious Floorplans, Heated Community Pool, Community Hot Tub, Grills, On-site Office, Private Lanais, Complimentary Laundry Facilities, Shared Boat Docks (available on a first-come, first-served basis, a 26' boat limit, and guest is responsible to find off-site parking for boat trailer), Smart TV's with Cable, Wireless Internet, Complimentary Guest Parking, Private Beach Access, Complimentary Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas



Please Note: Beach Castle is a self service resort; we do not provide daily housekeeping services. For your convenience, an amenity “Starter Kit” is provided to assist you upon your arrival.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Lanai
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Property located in a resort

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

7538-172951

About the area

Map
Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cortez Beach - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • IMG Academy - 26 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kelsey's on Cortez - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪South Philly Cheesesteak Co. - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pesto Bistro & Wine Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23 have a pool?

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

Is Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Jewfish Key and Coquina Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea-Beautiful 1st Floor Condo | Beach Castle 23 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous vacation

Amazing family vacation and loved the location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach feel

The property was well maintained and accurately represented by the photos. Nice location with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Z., Mechanicsburg, PA, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, well-maintained, in a great location.

This condo is beautifully appointed with all the comforts of home. It is clean and close to many great restaurants, a grocery store and short walk to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great rental

condo was everything we wanted. well appointed, walk to beach and a water view. very clean and convenient to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Castle Resort

The unit was very well equipped with everything we needed. We had a beautiful view of the bay. The bed was comfortable and we enjoyed the gulf beach. Next time we are in Florida we would like to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CONDO had everything!

Loved the location, the guest privileges at The Cedars Tennis courts, & all the special added touches in our unit! We loved being to just walk across the street to beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., Longmeadow MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly What We Wanted

We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was exactly as described with beautiful views of the bay from the screened patio and a short walk to the beach. Having beach chairs and umbrellas available was great. The property and the condo were very clean and well furnished.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

It was fabulous!

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Long Weekend

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 is a beautifully furnished clean comfortable condo! An excellent stay for a long weekend and very close to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Bertrand D., Philadelphia, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely, well-maintained unit in a great locaton

This was our 2nd stay in Longboat Key and this place exceeded our expectations. The unit is in great shape and has everything we could possibly need. Attenton to details is obvious. The location is great; a few yards away from the ocean; breathtaking sunrises! We will look for this place again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Lovely 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: This unit was clean, decorated beautifully, walking distance to beach and plenty of places to eat nearby! Very peaceful getaway for my husband and I for our 25th wedding anniversary. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Perfect!

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 loved everything about this unit...clean, comfortable, and well equipped. It's in a great location~close to the beach and good restaurants.

6/10 Okay

Steven L.

Fair value - a bit dated

Generally satisfied / woulf have preferred a W/d in unit but the shared sufficed. Nice beach - efficient check in
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kara S., Carmel, Indiana, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location - beach & bay

We loved the location of this property - less than 5 min walk to semi-private beach, bay dock 2 min. walk, restaurant and ice cream shop 1 block away! Condo was clean, well furnished, and stocked with dishes, beach towels, a few beach toys, cooler, even an extra beach bag. Pool was clean and never busy (though water temp was hot in July). Beach was clean, lounge chairs and umbrellas always available, and ocean calm for floating some days and small waves for boogie boarding other days. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Condo in a Peaceful Location

The Beach Castle resort in general has that “old Florida” feel. It brought me back to me childhood vacationing in Florida. Beautiful landscape, lovely pool and great access to a very quiet beach. Our unit was newly updated with tasteful beach decor and with every necessity you could think of for a comfortable beach vacation. Comfortable bed, well appointed kitchen, peaceful screened in patio overlooking the bay, a cooler/beach bags/beach towels/sandy toys for the beach. We would love to return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Our experience at this property couldn’t have been better. This space truly felt like home and we are so grateful to have had the opportunity to enjoy all that this unit had to offer. It was tucked away from the chaos of spring breakers perfectly. Close enough to everything, but also far enough away. The unit had everything we needed and more. The lanai was the perfect place to begin and end each day, and the sunsets at the private beach truly can’t be beat. We would visit again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M., LENEXA, KS USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful LBK Stay

Had a fabulous time celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary! This condo was perfect for a couple- cute, clean. Wonderful bay view, we enjoyed sunrises and dolphins on the bay side and gorgeous sunsets and beach walks in the gulf side. This property was perfect, excellent hot tub and pool amenities, super clean! This condo was perfectly appointed, fabulous kitchen with everything you could think of for cooking in - the grills outside a plus too. We were also thankful for the complimentary laundry facilities. We have been coming to Longboat for many years and had never stayed at this property before and we loved it so much we’ve already booked for next year. Thanks to the owners for sharing their wonderful beach condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good

Ernest C.

Fun Time in a Fun Place

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: My wife and I spent three weeks in Unit #23 which was excellent. The owners of the unit pay close attention to detail and are so nice to deal with. We the rented two units in the fourth week, as out kids were joining us. Unit #4 is well-situated but needs major updating (kitchen, baths, furniture, utensils). Unit #5, where some of our kids and grands stayed turned out to be excellent. It was large, well appointed and updated.

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coastal Retreat

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Mary B.

Beach castle

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: Roaches in unit 1,12,23,26
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10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Perfect Vacation Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: The owners of this unit created the perfect vacation home. The unit was clean and comfortable. Everything you could need was provided. Towels for the beach, a cooler, a bag to collect shells, games, and books to read. Starter cleaning supplies, luxurious shampoo and soap. A kitchen with all the pots and pans needed to cook a meal. And the view from the screened in porch of the bay and sunrise was spectacular. The white sand beaches, clear water and sunsets were wonderful. The pool and hot tub were also enjoyable. In addition to those amenities we had a pass to use the tennis club facilities during our stay. I highly recommend this particular unit as this is the best one we have stayed in at the Beach Castle resort.
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10/10 Excellent

James M.

lovely

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: The unit was clean and beautiful. Our stay was lovely.
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Quiet, Great Location

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 second time staying at this beautifully decorated unit, which is always clean and comfortable. Always enjoy the terrific view of the sunrise! The owners go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable.
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10/10 Excellent

David or Terri S.

Great unit in a nice, peaceful small complex

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Excellent overall location and easy access to the bay and the beach. Quite complex with a nice pool and hot tub. Our second stay in this unit and we've enjoyed every minute. The unit owners have decorated nicely and have thought of just about everything. Will be back!!!