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A beach with waves and a cloudy sky.
Two lounge chairs and a round table in a garden area with dense foliage in the background.
A dining area with a round table, patterned chairs, a chandelier, and a cabinet with glass doors.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.
A spacious living room with a large TV, a wooden cabinet, and a white sofa.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannons Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Longboat Key

Within a short walk of Longboat Key Beaches, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Cannons Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cannons Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Lido Beach - 19 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Siesta Key Beach - 42 min drive - 19.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cortez Clam Factory - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pork Belly's Eatery And Catering Co. - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!

Spacious 2400 square foot elevated home (there are 16 steps to enter and exit) featuring wide open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, huge living/kitchen/dining room.
Fully equipped kitchen featuring large single bowl stainless steel sink, huge quartz island work space, double oven and seating for four at the counter.
Smart tv and whole home wi-fi.
Bedrooms are located at the four corners of the home with one master and one twin bedroom at each end of the house. This configuration lends itself well to multiple families and/or multi-generational stays!
Four bedrooms three full baths (two bedrooms with king beds and on suite bathrooms; one bedroom with two twin beds and one bedroom with three twins) and additional full bath with tub and shower combo with detachable shower head for bathing the littles!
Beautiful ceramic, porcelain, and pebble tile floors in the bathrooms.
All bedrooms feature black out curtains and blinds for those late sleepers!
Central air and ceiling fans throughout.
Full size washer and dryer just off the main living area for easy access.
Extended bayside living space below the home featuring large living and dining areas with gas grill, overhead lighting and ceiling fans.
All sand yard and native landscaping enhance the feel of this barrier island retreat.
Outdoor shower for quick rinse off after the beach.
Located on a boat accessible canal, this beautiful home features a dock with Sarasota Bay access and put in for kayaks.
Cedars East Tennis and Swim Club amenities available with the rental at no additional fee. Includes Olympic size pool, tennis, workout room, yoga and a cafe.
One bike on site with bike and kayak rental just up the road and around the corner. Deeded beach access for sunning and playing in the surf on beautiful Longboat Key Beach. Beach friendly amenities to make your island stay ideal!
Lots of on site parking on a quiet street. Ideally located near Harry's Convenient Store, Harry’s Deli and Harry’s Continental Restaurant.
Euphemia Haye, Lazy Lobster, and The Blue Dolphin all just a short walk away.
Come enjoy this beautiful family friendly home for an unforgettable vacation!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all used beds unmade, and hang wet/used towels on the bars or hooks in the bathrooms.
Please take any food items with you that you want. You can leave everything else in the fridge and the cleaning folks will take care of that!
Please take trash down to the cans and pull the cans out to the street prior to departure. And of course, please lock the door on your way out. Thank you so much.!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Noise restriction before 10am and after 8pm. Please be respectful of our neighbors when using the outdoor spaces.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Home is a raised ranch, so steps to get in and out

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Love Beach Fantastic Family Vacation Home Booking Summer 2019
Love the Beach? Great Family Home book now for the Holidays!
Love Beach Fantastic Family Vacation Home Booking Summer 2019

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Longboat Key, a short 8-minute walk from Longboat Key Beaches and also 15 minutes on foot from Cannons Marina. You'll also find Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with tennis.

Are there hot tubs at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 15.3 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 24.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all!?

Yes, every house at Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all! comes with a balcony.

Love the beach? Tennis? Swimming? This great family friendly retreat has it all! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela C.

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

Lovely Beach Retreat

We have enjoyed memorable family time in this beautiful house
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Beautiful house, great location, thoughtful owners

Our stay was very enjoyable, due to a number of factors: the house is lovely and one of the most thoughtfully stocked homes (of kitchen and bath supplies, bedding, towels, beach toys,etc) we have ever rented; the house guidebook is clear and thorough re all the house, neighborhood and recreational information you need; the area is great for easy access to the beach, walking trails, and tennis and a pool across the street. The canal that follows the road ends at the house, so sitting on the patio or the small dock are nice ways to relax. Finally, we found the owners so easy to communicate with for quick questions…it felt like we already knew each other. When we had visitors stay with us, the house’s layout was really impressive in how bedrooms and baths are spaced to allow for privacy and minimal sound challenges. You will be lucky to be able to stay here….we know how lucky we are to find this place and we plan to return!
Stayed 63 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Already booked for next year!

Our multigenerational family of 7-8 really enjoyed our stay at Jennifer’s home. We have been renting in the area (AMI to LBK) for the past 8+ years and this was the most comfortable place yet! It really felt like we got an equal return on our investment. The property is beautiful, we enjoyed the outdoor space so much (dining tables, couches, grill, kayaks) and the indoor, of course! You can tell how much love and care went into each space of this home. The pool and gym are super close and convenient; the beach is walking distance and we so appreciated the provided beach chairs, towels, toys and wagon. We cook almost every meal at home and found the kitchen to be sufficient for our needs, but also enjoyed the comforts that were in walking distance/ coffee, pizza, restaurant and convenience store. We’ve already booked for next year and that’s the first time we’ve ever rented the same place twice!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Loved it!!

What a beautiful property! We enjoyed everything about it! It suited our family perfectly and we made lots of memories! We will be back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Birthday celebration with family

This is an awesome property,took my breath away when I opened front door,so happy to see how pristine it was,and the decor is perfect for a beach getaway.Instant relaxation.Jennifer is a wonderful and accommodating host.She has everything you could want.Loved the kayaks,everyone enjoyed the club across street to workout at.Easy walk to the mostly private beach. We enjoyed champagne at sunsets! Watched a pair of dolphins one day,beautiful!. We didn't want to leave,very nice surrounding areas as well. Thankyou so much Jennifer!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A Dream Getaway!

Jennifer has done it. She has created the perfect beach vacation getaway dream house. Our group of 8x 30-somethings spent a memorable week enjoying Longboat Key's beaches, waterways, wildlife, and natural charm. The space comfortably accommodated all, and Jennifer was lovely and incredibility communicative. Would highly highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

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

Great family vacation

We brought our entire family to Longboat Key on specific dates in August in order to attend my Mother-in-Law’s 101st birthday party nearby after it was cancelled last year due to COVID19. The house was perfect for our family of 9 that included 4 family units from the ages of 2 to 72 for our first opportunity to be under one roof together in more than a year-and-a-half. Despite unavoidable disappointments—severe storms for the first two days, pool closure for renovations at the tennis club across the street, and Red Tide making the beach/ocean inaccessible—we had a wonderful time and appreciated all the home’s amenities that made staying mostly indoors comfortable and fun. We enjoyed the walking trails and playground at Durante Park within walking distance of the house and a day at GT Bray Aquatic Center in Bradenton that Jennifer recommended after we learned that the Tennis Club pool was unavailable. The adults in our group enjoyed access to the gym and tennis courts across the street. We were also able to invite to the house extended family from Bradenton and St. Petersburg for our grandson’s 5th birthday party in the outdoor living space under the house. We had a terrific experience and would be happy to gather together at this exceptionally maintained and well-stocked house the next time we have a family event in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deann G.

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

Gorgeous home!

Very comfortable and beautiful property! Pool and gym access were easy and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

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

Great Vacation!

This is a beautiful house that fit 5 of us great, with extra room if we’d needed it. Very comfortable house with everything you could need for the stay! Property is beautiful and has coconut trees and a dock to a canal to the bay. Lots of wildlife in the area which was awesome. House is very close to pool. The walk to the beach is a good 5-7 minutes and was on the longer side of what I’d do with two young kids (2&5), but for the beautiful house, price and location of everything else it was great. Beach was beautiful & MUCH quieter than 30A area of the gulf. Mote Marine Aquarium was really cool on a day when the ocean was too choppy after hurricane Elsa. St. Armands Circle is an easy drive if you want to explore more shopping and restaurants too. We ate at Speaks Clam Bar (St. Armands) and it was a great Italian Seafood spot. The Shore (LBK) was also a beautiful date night spot with great views. We got groceries on the way in at a Publix before LBK & we should have waited to go to the Publix on LBK - didn’t realize it was so close! Would return to the house and area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

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

Amazing Week on Longboat Key!

This house was awesome! It was fully stocked with everything you need to have a amazing beach vacation. Jennifer was quick to respond to any questions and very helpful with recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexa B.

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

Great trip!

We had a great stay! Enjoyed it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Longboat Key Stay

It was a great vacation. House was beautiful. New beach cart and umbrellas needed. Otherwise would highly recommend. Owner excellent to talk to. No complaints !!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marion H.

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

Fabulous family vacation

We loved every minute of our stay. We played tennis daily and enjoyed time at the beach. The house couldn't have been better for our family. Thanks for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garrett R.

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

Great property

The house was clean with plenty of room to spread out. The outdoor space is very relaxing. The house is stocked with everything you need for the beach. We enjoyed kayaking to the bay, biking, tennis, the pool and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great stay!

We had an amazing time and the house was great. Jennifer was also a great host!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Fantastic house

Like other reviews this house had everything you needed to enjoy your stay. It was beautifully decorated and was very spacious and comfortable. The location is in a quiet setting with club access directly across the street and a short walk to the beach. Jennifer was fantastic and responded very quickly to my texts (it seemed at times she responded before I even hit the send button on my text). Loved the place and am highly recommending it. Will stay there again when in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Wonderful stay on LBK

Great stay, all amenities were as advertised. Great location with easy access to the pool, tennis courts, water/canal access and beach access to watch the sunsets on the semi private beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great for families

We thought we were going to be a family of 5 staying for Thanksgiving but ended up only being 3 of us due to Covid. Beautifully decorated, spacious home! Tennis and gym directly across the way. Great outdoor space for entertaining with ceiling fans too which was great to keep the bugs away. We would definetly recommend this home.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andre R.

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

Great place, convenient location

Great location on quiet street close to private beach access on Longboat Key. Home is stocked with everything you need to enjoy your stay. The included Cedars Tennis Club access comes in very handy too :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

janice a.

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

Beautiful newly remodeled home

This house was a perfect layout for our family of 9. Big open living room, dining room and kitchen. Every room is beautifully decorated and spotless! It is actually bigger in person then the pictures make it look. Lots of windows so that was fun being able to watch the afternoon rain and lightening storms. Kitchen is fully stocked with top of the line appliances and kitchenware. We had 4 young kids with us so we cooked a lot so I would just recommend to bring spices. Beautiful patio and only a 2 minute walk to the pool and 10 minute walk to their private beach. The owner Jennifer responds very quickly with any questions you may have about the property and the area! We loved the home and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Truly amazing property

This was truly an amazing property, house had everything we needed. Access to the club was great, pool, gym were huge hits with kids. Walk to beach was easy and the beach was amazing. Use of kayaks in garage was fun and wash to drop into channel to take a nice relaxing ride. The amenities in thew house were amazing, one kid the cleanest rentals we've ever stayed in. Jennifer was incredible to work with and gave us plenty of ideas and help with things to look for and try in the area. One of the best vacations we have had. Will certainly look to return. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simone N.

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

Extremely elegant and great for beach and pool

The first impression was WOW! The house is furnished in the best taste and was very clean. As a party of 4 adults with 4 children we had a great time. There was plenty of space and the 3 bath rooms were great to manage the morning and evening easily. Jennifer was so helpful and replied very quickly to solve our issue with the door lock within a day. Thanks again for this. The beach is a bit of a walk but we‘ve found everything that we needed to have a great time: a buggy, umbrellas, toys and towells. In the afternoon we went to the pool just across the street. It‘s a big (!) pool which was never croweded when we were there and there were also lots of sunloungers and umbrellas. We also enjoyed some BBQs using the big grill. Be aware that there is a significant number of mosquitos. However you can prepare yourself. @Jennifer: we had a great time and the sea food at Mar Vista was awesome
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter G.

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

Great House!

This property had all the things we were looking for in a vacation rental. 5 minutes walk to the beach. 2 minutes to the pool and tennis courts. Clean, homey, plenty of beach toys.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annic R.

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

Amazing House

Great property for two families. Large open concept with lots of bedrooms in new condition. Close to the beach and we were able to kayak everyday right from the backyard. Would re-book again for sure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly E.

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

Wonderful house!

We had a great week at this beach house. Close to beach and pool and included lots of extras like bikes, kayaks and beach supplies. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

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