Escape to Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort on Longboat Key, where beachfront living meets serenity. Relax in a heated pool or unwind with a book on the soft white sand of our private beach. Guests can also enjoy putting green practice, shuffleboard courts and complimentary parking.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire condo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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.
Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat
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, so guests can read email, surf the Internet and soak up the Florida sun all at the same time!
Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands #232 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: 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 #232 Features: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit adjacent to the office
View: Garden View
Bedding: 1 King, Sleeper Sofa
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 amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach umbrellas
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchenette
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
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Office
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 ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
7538-173160
About the area
Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Longboat Key travel guide
Does Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat?
As of Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat on Mar 20, 2026 start from CA $298, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat located?
Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Relax at Gulf – Silver Sands Resort #232, Longboat Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Always enjoy staying at Silver Sands. Quaint and clean. Staff is helpful and attentive. The pool is great. The complex sits right on the beach. The beach is great and never overcrowded. Location is very close to several great restaurants and St. Armand Circle which is great for shopping and dining.
This condo is everything it was represented to be. Beautiful beach. Pool is very clean, warm and inviting. Condo is clean. It is an older unit, not a super luxurious feel, but very accommodating and comfortable. Location is great for walking, beachcombing, convenient to dining. Bed is very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Quiet place to just relax. We had the pool to ourselves most of the time,as well as the beach. Great location.
Dan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine S.
Jan 16, 2025
Excellent as expected
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:
Everything was just as we expected. Clean, welcoming and comfortable.
Christine S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carolyn M.
Jul 25, 2025
Relaxing
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 actual unit was GREAT! It could use some maintenance, such as the patio screens are torn, the microwave is rusty inside (but works great), the box springs cover needs replaced & bedroom wall has a little water damage. But we would rent this unit again! Office staff was WONDERFUL!
The property is accurately described, nice front room with kitchenette. The bedroom is fine and the bathroom too. Folks at the office are very nice and helpful. We liked the access to Cedars tennis, a very nice feature. We enjoyed using the pool and grill cooking and the beach is nice too. We will go back.
Jim H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Apr 11, 2025
Locked out
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately 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 condo was very nice but when I arrived just after 5 pm they forgot to leave the key out and I was locked out for couple of hours. Very frustrating
Older small unit without a lot of niceties. Pretty bare bones. We were given half of a sponge in the kitchen and a teeny tiny Palmolive. 2 bathroom wash clothes. The beach is so private and beautiful. The pool is kept in perfect condition and is a nice temperature. We had a nice stay. Margaret in the office was incredible.
Martha M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Ocala, FL
Sep 19, 2024
Nice Place
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:
Right on the beach,nice and clean.I
A guest from Ocala, FL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra S.
Mar 11, 2024
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 is a great unit for 2 people. So close to the beautiful beach on the Gulf and the complex has a very nice pool. Like that we were able to check out a beach umbrella from the office and the beach chairs were provided in the unit for our use. For a fantastic meal at a very reasonable price, try Hugo II for lunch or dinner - just make a reservation for dinner.
Debra S.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Rich C.
Mar 6, 2024
Silver sands 232
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:
We have stayed here a few times before. No complaints love the smaller places over the huge high rise condos. However the geckos or small lizards had a home under the stove in this particluar room. No problem with lizards. Its the fecal matter that is the peoblem. Set up some sticky traps and catch them.
The room itself was clean and was well decorated with a beachy vibe. It was a perfect location for 2 people to spend a couple days at the beach with access to some good local restaurants . The property itself is a bit outdated but it’s hard to beat the location.