Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key

Welcome to The Beach, Unit 222! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
The Beach complex from the waterfront - only 15 units, nice and quiet! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Pleasant! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
View to the South - sit and stay a while! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Float the day away! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
View to the North - the beach is your backyard! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
A bird's eye view - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Take a dip in the heated pool - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Or just kick back and relax! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Follow the path, though the lush sea grapes, to your private beach access with complimentary loungers and umbrellas! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Beach it for the day. - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
It's the good life. - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Second floor unit, overlooking the pool, for optimal sunset viewing, dolphin watching, and manatee viewing! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Miles of sandy beach - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
A vast expanse of ocean - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
It's a spacious studio with one heck of a view! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Entryway table with extra storage for guest items! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Everything you could need in one space - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Comfortable queen-size bed - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Brand new bed and queen mattress as of September - comfy! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
New beachy nightstands! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
New beachy end table - always striving to update! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Bright and airy - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Granite countertop, stainless steel appliances, including dishwasher! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Local Sarasota coffee - drip and Keurig! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Kitchen essentials, including spices, olive oil, aluminum foil, plastic storage bags, and coffee filters! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Dine inside or out - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Smart TV, with cable too, for your viewing pleasure! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Oceanside dining! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Coconut patios and souvenir magnet upon arrival! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Refresh! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Sparkly clean and fresh - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Bathroom cabinet with a few extras inside...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Take what you need, leave what you don't...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Just plain easy - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Pretty simple - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Come on in! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Personalized code entry with backup keys - no need to worry about losing a key in the sand! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Dine al fresco - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
A propane grill too - BBQ utensils in the condo! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Pretty special - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Sunset on your private lanai - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Never miss the stunning sunset and the epic green flash! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Sublime - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
In the morning and evening, watch the pelicans swoop to catch fish.  Frequent dolphin and manatee sightings too! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Why, hello! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Egrets! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Blue herons too! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Natural beauty all-year round! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Tropical delights! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Welcome to The Beach - let vacation begin! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
You have arrived - Welcome! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
We always love to drop off a few goodies on morning #1...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
We also love to acknowledge your celebrations - birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons - and we get a lot of them...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Keylime pie - when in Florida...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Vacation time - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Jump on in! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
So close, steps from the condo - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Property map - our condo is Unit 222, a straight shot, directly overlooking the pool and onward to the ocean! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Mote Marine Aquarium - definitely a trip highlight, view manatees, plunge hands into touch tanks, learn about Florida's ecosystem! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
The Old Salty Dog - a favorite restaurant - casual, waterside, hamburgers and fish sandwiches! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Dry Dock - out of all the restaurants on LBK, our guests mention eating here the most!  Lots of variety, but, of course, heavy on the seafood!  So popular - a res is a must! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Crab cakes - delish! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Grouper - divine! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Mar Vista restaurant- another favorite! Dine on the beach under twinkle lights in the banyan trees. Walk the pier, with a drink in hand, while you wait for a table! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
La Villa - tasty Mexican food, just down the road, with mariachi band, on Wednesday nights - fun! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Chips and margs! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Delicious tacos! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Big Olafs for vacation ice cream! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Cookie dough - always a good choice...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
No trip to LBK is complete without a side trip to Yoder's in Sarasota for comfort food and PIE! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
They go quickly, especially the fan favorite, peanut butter cream! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Yum - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Take in all the tropical wildlife at local Sarasota Jungle Gardens - fun for everyone! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
A game of mini golf at pirated-themed Smugglers Cove is always a hit! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Going down! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
It's always the best when guests arrive in time for the sunset...! - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key
Bliss. - Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key

Condo with a View on Longboat Key - Longboat Key

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4 Guests · 0 Bedrooms · 1 Bathroom · Condo · Entire place · 330 Sqft
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This sublime oceanfront studio is directly on the pristine white sands and blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico in exclusive Longboat Key, Florida. Located on the second floor, overlooking the heated pool and ocean, this dreamy studio condo is optimal for sunset viewing from a private lanai. Take a 30-second walk to the pool and onward to the secluded beach with complimentary chairs and umbrellas. Enjoy a relaxing vacation at our peaceful condo at The Beach on Longboat Key Resort!

Upon arrival to The Beach on Longboat Key Resort, you will be wowed by this tropical property! Conveniently located mid-island on Longboat Key, on Gulf of Mexico Drive, this intimate resort, only 15 units, has so much to offer: direct, private beach access, heated pool, BBQ grill, complimentary beach lounge chairs and umbrellas, onsite laundry, and complex office with staff.

When you arrive, pick up a parking pass from the main office (onsite staff 9A.M. - 5P.M. daily for any questions), and then make your way to our condo, Unit 222, on the second floor, for optimal sunset viewing, dolphin observing, and manatee spotting...! If you arrive late, there are also two laminated passes in the condo - use and return - easy! The condo has a smart lock for smooth entry and exit. Each guest is assigned a secure, individualized 4-digit code (deleted upon departure!), allowing for 24/7 arrival/departure and freedom from carrying a key when on the beach...!

Upon entering, you will walk through a small entryway to view the main living space! Our condo features a queen-size bed, along with a queen-size sleeper sofa for the extra members of your party - the little ones! There is a Smart television, with cable, for entertainment when youre not beaching it, along with a variety of reading material, board games, and childrens toys. WiFi, of course, is available throughout! Also, there is a closet and chest of drawers for storing belongings for a quick weekend getaway or a month-long stay...! For family use, we have a Pack N Play - convenient!

The kitchen, with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher!), is fully stocked (coffee makers - drip and Keurig, blender, Tupperware, wine glasses, knife set, etc.) including everything you might need to cook meals in on the days you prefer not to dine out...!

The bathroom features a combined tub and shower, which always comes in handy when traveling with children!

Beyond the main living space is a large, private lanai, with high top table and two chairs, ideal for eating a meal or sipping a cocktail! There is also a lounge chair for kicking back and relaxing!

The condo has both central heat and air, along with an additional floor fan. There is a smoke detector and fire extinguisher, as well.

On property, there is a heated pool with deck, featuring complimentary lounge chairs. Pick up a beach umbrella and walk through the sea grapes (no need to cross a busy street!) to reach the private beach with more lounge chairs. No need to bring your own!

A propane grill is on the lawn with grilling utensils in our unit!

On the ground floor of The Beach complex, there is a free washer and dryer if needed during your trip. There is also a main dumpster for easy trash disposal.

The best part of our condo is the direct, unobstructed ocean view and private beach access - just sublime!

Notes:

1. Upon arrival, the condo will be prepared with fresh bed linens, bathroom towels, and beach towels. There will also be starter supplies of the following:

Bathroom:
- toilet paper
- shampoo & conditioner
- body wash
- hand soap

Kitchen:
- paper towels
- sponge
- dish soap
- dishwasher detergent
- garbage bags
- cleaning spray
- aluminum foil
- plastic storage bags
- spices
- olive oil
- coffee filters (drip and Keurig!)

Closet:
- laundry detergent
- iron
- vacuum (for the sand!)
- extra beach chairs
- extra umbrella

Daily housekeeping service is not available unless you would like to request a mid-stay clean for an extra fee, through Housekeeping, which I can arrange for you...! Sometimes that can come in really handy!

2. For our condo, there is one parking spot available - park wherever you like within the lot! Due to the size of the parking lot, unfortunately, no guest cars or trailers can be accommodated because it will take a spot away from another condo.

3. Please note our condo is a 330 sq-ft studio best suited for one-two adults or one-two adults plus one-two small children in the sleeper sofa, and/or one in the Pack N Play, if needed. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reservations for over two adults due to sleeping arrangement comfort. If it is a unique situation, feel free to message me to discuss further. Thank you for your understanding!

4. The condo is located on the second floor... for a stunning view! At the complex, there are stairs, but no elevator.

5. Our guest cancellation policy is Firm, so we will not refund reservations due to inclement weather, hurricanes, red tide, snowstorms, etc., in our area of the country or yours. If this is a concern, please consider purchasing trip insurance prior to your vacation. Thank you!

Sleeping Configuration

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Studio
1 queen bed, 1 sofa bed
With a queen-size bed, our condo is ideal for a couple or single person. The queen sleeper sofa is a big plus for small children for short stays.

What this place offers

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Nearby activities

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Suitability

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Child friendly
Our condo can host small children for a short stay due to the cozy space. There is a Pack 'N Play, deck box with beach toys, indoor toys, and books.
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No events allowed
No parties are allowed.
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No smoking allowed
No smoking is allowed inside or on the balcony.
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Parking Included
Each condo has one parking spot for one car/guest party. We cannot accommodate an additional parking spot or trailers. Upon arrival, please stop by the complex office to get a parking pass or use one of the two laminated passes in the condo.

Meet The Host

Heidi
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Heidi
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My name is Heidi, and I live in Oklahoma City with my husband, Jeff, five-year-old daughter, Louisa, one-year-old son, Teddy, and two beloved dogs, Milton and Marvin!

Originally from Upstate New York, I grew up vacationing on Longboat Key as my parents owned a nearby condo. It's a peaceful island full of beautiful memories for me. When the opportunity presented itself to purchase on LBK, my husband and I jumped at the chance, and bought our sweet little studio, followed by our beautiful one-bedroom. It's been a marvelous experience owning on the island and hosting so many wonderful guests!

In my spare time, other than managing our condo and raising two children, I teach and take yoga classes, foster the most wonderful dogs, read for monthly book club, spend way too much money gardening, and attempt to sew...!

We're so happy you are considering booking (or have already booked!) at one of our condos. They are little slices of serenity, and we hope you love them too!

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Scenic views

Our condo features a private balcony with prime ocean view!
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Location

Our condo is located on Longboat Key, which is a barrier island just outside Sarasota, Florida!
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Getting around

Longboat Key, Florida, is easily reachable by flying into Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, which is about a 25-minute (11.6 miles) drive to the condo. You can also fly into Tampa International Airport, which often offers cheaper flight options, and is just a 1hr, 15-minute (61.1 miles) drive away. For ease and convenience, we do recommend renting a car while on the island. Along Gulf of Mexico Drive, where the condo is located, there is an extensive, paved multiuse walkway (10 miles!) ideal for walking and biking for pleasure, exercise, and purpose. Although you can use this walkway to get to a few nearby spots, restaurants are dotted along Gulf of Mexico Drive. Likewise, with a car, restaurants and attractions are just a quick 5 - 10 minute drive, for most! If you decide not to rent a car, you can call a local transportation company or use Uber - subject to availability - time of day, day of the week, time of year.
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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
Our check in time is 4P.M. to give our Housekeeping staff ample time to clean and sanitize after the previous guest party departs. If you need an early check-in, we will do our very best to have the condo ready to go early, but we can't 110% guarantee it based on Housekeeping's schedule and staffing. However, feel free to arrive on property as early as 11A.M. to enjoy the beach and pool. There is also a convenient ground floor bathroom for changing. Lots of nearby restaurants have wonderful lunch options too! When the condo is all ready to go, I'll text to let you know...! Almost always, it is ready early! Check out time is always by 11A.M. as we almost always have afternoon guests arriving. Similar to check-in, feel free to stay on property until 4P.M. and enjoy the pool and beach. After that, your parking space will be needed for the next guest party. A few days prior to arrival, I will text you a specific door code, which you will use throughout the duration of your stay - super easy and convenient! It will be deleted by 11:30A.M. on check-out day.
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Check Out: 11AM
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No pets
Service animals, of course, are welcomed! Unfortunately, we cannot host pets due to our Beach complex guidelines.
Minimum age limit for renters: 18
Maximum occupancy: 4
1-2 adults or 1-2 adults and 1-2 small children
House Rules
Overall, please be respectful of our condo and treat it well during your stay...! We love it and hope you do too. Thank you!!

No parties. Only the exact amount of guests who booked are permitted to stay at the condo.

No illegal drug usage on premises.

No smoking or vaping in condo or on lanai. If smoking occurs, a $500 fee will be charged for additional cleaning.

No pets in condo. If pet(s) are brought, a $500 fee will be charged for additional cleaning.

Gently use the condo - wipe sand off feet, adjust air conditioning/heating when you leave, don't sit on the furniture with a wet bathing suit or towel, etc.

One parking spot allotted per guest party. No additional guest party cars or trailers due to the petite parking lot.

Please respect quiet hours of 10P.M. - 7A.M., mandated by LBK Police.

Most importantly, soak up the sun, and have fun!
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Payment Policy
For payment, I accept Venmo, Cash App, PayPal, or Zelle. Upon booking, a 25% deposit is due. The balance is due one month from arrival date. Feel free to message me to further discuss payment if you need more flexibility.
Refundable Damage Deposit
Once the condo has been cleaned by Housekeeping, we will refund the security deposit - within 48 hours.
Cancellation Policy
We have a "firm" cancellation policy. If you cancel 30 days prior to check-in, you get a full refund. Up to seven days before check-in, you get a 50% refund. After that, there is no refund available.

Unfortunately, we will not refund reservations due to inclement weather, hurricanes, red tide, snowstorms, etc., in our area of the country or yours. If this is a concern, please consider purchasing trip insurance prior to your vacation.

Florida is a vacation destination, and many people schedule far in advance and book plane tickets. It can be very difficult to find guests to fill last-minute cancellations. I hope you understand.
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