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Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA

Beachfront apartment near Longboat Key Beaches

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On the beach, beach umbrellas
Exterior
A heated pool
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Place, Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannons Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Longboat Key

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the apartment, you'll find Longboat Key Beaches and Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Jewfish Key are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cannons Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 26 min drive - 15.6 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 28 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 55 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pork Belly's Eatery And Catering Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A 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.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of Silver Sands Gulf Beach Resort #255A 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, fishing pier 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 #255A Features: Hotel Room in the Orange Building



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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
  • 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

  • Garden
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

7538-173196

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA to the airport?

This apartment is 15.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $217, 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.

Does Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA to downtown Longboat Key?

This apartment is 0.5 mi away from Longboat Key.

Bright Beach Studio – Silver Sands #255A by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

rebecca g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was excellent and the staff very friendly. I would recommend this stay for anyone requiring a small room with easy beach access. My only negative was that the bathroomneeds updating. Overall this is a great location for beach lovers!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip K.

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

Great place and location!

Perfect location and well-maintained unit - highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Anniversary trip

Loved our stay. We walked miles on the beach everyday and did not miss a sunset, could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan & Peter M.

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

Good value for beachfront property

Very good value for this location on the beach. Clean, quiet, friendly staff, perfect location.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Great location

Everything was good. Great location on the beach thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Great place

Awesome
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi F.

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

Beach stay

A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

A quiet getaway

This was a solo mom-cation. The room was clean and well stocked. The bathroom had fresh towels. I was seconds from sitting on the beach with a cold beer and no kids. It was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Weekend getaway

Wonderful. Staff was very friendly and easy to work with. Place was clean and great access to the beach. Exactly what we needed for our short time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie A.

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

Love the location

You really can’t beat the location. Right on the beach and walkable to a few restaurants that were great. The studio we rented was just too tight for us. We didn’t think about having to wash dishes in the bathroom sink. We will stay at this resort again but in a one bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Property location is amazing swimming pool fabulous beach amazing. The best thing of the property was the property manager Margaret she was so helpful kind she went above and beyond
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LBK stay

We had a great visit- enjoyed the complimentary Cedars Tennis membership! Location and beach were great. Only drawbacks were a very noisy air conditioner and the room was dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Greatl location and proximity to the ocean

We had small but efficient room. Everything we needed was available
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Nice place for a fantastic getaway

Silver Sands was a great place for us to stay for our Longboat Key getaway! My only complaint would be that it would have been nice for housekeeping to come in at least once for what we paid. Otherwise, yes, we would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Longboat Key FL.

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 great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vic G.

A few days at Silver Sands

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 a very nice place. We will return hopefully later in the year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John B.

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

Great Location

They have done a remarkable job with the cleanup after the storm but there were a few maintenances issues that had to brought to their attention. Once they were notified, they did resolve all our issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Just the relaxation I was looking for. Like having your own private beach and pool. The room was cozy, clean, and quiet. I'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is a little dated and there was no couch It was very friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Secluded beach

There was no one on the beach. the chairs and umbrella were a good perk for hot days. I wished there had been some waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Bedding

The pillows can be improved. And a new mattress is needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Jackie F.

It was a great location, right on the beach!

The room was clean but one downside was the mini fridge didn't have a real freezer and there was no ice machine available on the premises. This meant we had to go buy ice each day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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

Quiet location

We enjoyed our weekend stay. The location and the beach was very quiet and private. Our only issue was that we checked in after 5pm and then our room keys didn’t work correctly. We were able to contact RVA and were walked through process for getting key out of a lock box. We notified the Silver Sands office the following day so that steps can be taken to make sure the keys work more easily for future guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Best Kept Secret - Best Beach in Florida!

We stayed in 4 different rooms, with 14 family members. Staff was WONDERFUL, as was the beach. The pool bottom was a little rough, and we had two broken light fixtures, and a frying pan that was not very good. But we wouldn't change our mind to return over and over again. We first stayed there when my daughter was 3, and we now took our Grandsone who is 1. You will not be disappointed, Other than the grocery store, we never went anywhere~
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ok

It was just OK
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022