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Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$924
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July

About this property

Entire place

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

Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA

RVA features The Beach on Longboat Key. Savor warm Gulf breezes while resting lavishly in this Gulf-front condominium complex. New designs were created using South Beach flair, resulting in comfortably modern furnishings and decorations. Located directly on the beach, this resort features beautiful Gulf-front views, which means you are only steps from the white-sand beaches and placid turquoise waters and memorable sunsets that will have you daydreaming about your next beach vacation month after month. All units feature a full-size kitchen or kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Whether you are traveling as a family, honeymooners, on business or just want a resort with the best accommodations Longboat Key has to offer, this is the resort for you.



Accommodations: The Beach on Longboat Key is a relaxing, yet modern retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, located mid-island on Longboat Key. Choose from our various unit styles including studio, hotel, one- and two-bedroom units. Enjoy all the amenities of home in these fully furnished condominiums including LCD, flat-screen TVs, full-sized kitchen or kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, private patio or balcony (2 brdms only), dining area, and modern, yet beachy, décor.



Limited Membership Privileges: Guests of The Beach on Longboat Key #101 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.



Resort Features: On-site Office, Heated Swimming Pool, Private Beach Access, Wireless Internet Access, Complimentary Chaise Lounge Chairs and Umbrellas, Fully Equipped Kitchens or Kitchenettes, Picnic Area, Designer Decorated Units, Complimentary Parking, Community Laundry Facilities (private washer/dryer available in select units), Outdoor Shower, Various Views



Unit #101 Features: 1-bedroom+den, 2 bathroom unit including full-size kitchen, private patio, Gulf-front views, and a new 42 in. TV in the bedroom.



View: Gulf View



Bedding: 1 King, 1 Twin + Trundle, Sleeper Sofa

Property manager

RVA Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Swimming 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

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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

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
On-site 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Property is also known as

7538-173235

About the area

Map
Longboat Key, Florida

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 23 min drive - 21.0 km
  • IMG Academy - 30 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Ringling Grillroom - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA on 18 Jul 2025 start from NZ$923.58, including 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 Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA located?

This Longboat Key condo building is on the beach, steps from Longboat Key Beaches and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Bradenton Beach and Cannons Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Drift & Dune – Longboat Beachfront - The Beach on Longboat Key #101 by RVA Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 69 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

The location of the condo was perfect. The beach was amazing. Everything was clean and made our stay easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Nice location. Comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

My husband and I stayed 3 nights, the room is clean and comfortable, nice kitchen, beautiful view and nice pool. Check in and out were a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Nice place. Small but great location to beach
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Good times
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Longboat key has been a favorite destination of ours for a few years. Condo was clean and comfortable. Great location right off the pool. Small quiet complex right in the beach. Will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10

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: Location is great. Easy access to the pool and beach. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10

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 whole experience was very good, the room was clean and very organized .. we are very satisfied .. thank you

8/10

So, if you’re looking for something to get away, quiet, peaceful retreat with beautiful sunsets away from the center of town. This is it. I stayed in unit 101, it’s big enough, perfect sunsets from the patio. Pool and beach are right there which is convenient when traveling with 2 toddlers. The unit needs some TLC and a very deep cleaning maybe even some paint, but overall it’s a great unit and I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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8/10

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pleasant overall. Improvements would be cooler apartment. We had to buy a stand up fan. Maybe not possible to cut down or lower shrubs in front of unit. We could not see the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10

The cost of it is outrageous compared to what you get my windows were disgustingly dirty ( I did point it out to the local manager, nothing changed ) The cleaning team is terrible , they had no training, or not enough
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit #101 is a nice,convenient location. We enjoyed staying there. The office staff was very helpful also. Our thoughts are that the grounds of the property and on the patios need maintenance badly, looking really bad. Although the unit was clean, the floor was not, it could have used a good mopping. On checkin day after walking around barefoot we noticed that our feet were filthy. I would have though that the cleaning fee should have taken care of this. Thanks for listening.
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2/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beach location and pool was excellent, bbq as advertised lacked propane and I brought this up to the maintenance guy who mentioned that he could not replace the tank due to the time, approximately 4:30 pm. Secondary tank was empty and in bad shape! AC condenser was in the main bedroom that made a lot of noise. My wife who is very conscientious about cleaning said that the room was poorly cleaned. We would have expected higher standards for the price. We will not recommend this rental unit or any on this property. Sorry but being truthful!
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6/10

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: You're paying for location and that's it. Just know it going in and you'll be much happier. Ground floor unit faced the pool and had a nice views of the ocean.The unit itself was small for a family of 6, which we knew going into it. However, the layout was very poor. You enter off the parking lot into the bedroom, just like a motel 6. Then you have to walk through the "den" with its bed to get to the living room and kitchen. This means there is no true bedroom that isn't also a thoroughfare for people coming and going. Makes it tough to put some kids to sleep if you don't want them disturbed, and the same for the mornings. I would only recommend this place to solos and couples. More than that and it simply does not function well. The property is also very tired, inside and out. Bathroom had heavy mold on the cloth curtain, plaster was peeling off ceiling in too, tile grout needs acid cleaned, and fans only had one setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10

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: We absolutely loved the unit 101 at the beach for its location and layout for our family. We did have a broken dishwasher which didn't bother us as we usually use paper products on vacation. This is our second stay with RVA. Both times we reported maintenance needs. Neither were addressed during our stays.
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6/10

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was ok. It's a little dated, but served its purpose. All of the beds were very uncomfortable, and I even considered coming home early because of them. If they replaced the beds, I believe this place will get repeat customers. Otherwise, I don't think I'll come back. The nice things about it were beachfront and nicely heated pool.
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10/10

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: Pleasant on-site check-in and check-out experience. Unit 101 was clean and comfortable; the location is great - easy access to the pool and the beach is just a few steps further. The Beach is centrally located on the island - close to the grocery and dining. We'll be back.
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10/10

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: Comfortable apartment right on a nice and quiet beach. Good parking facilities. Supermarket very close. Had a wonderful vacation.
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6/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We lived the location of this unit, directly on the beach. However, the unit needed to be painted, deep cleaned, and updated. The dishwasher didn’t work well, the furniture was outdated in the main living area, and there were things that were sub-standard overall, like the lighting(not enough) and the water never got hot enough. The place needs to be refreshed. The bedroom was the best part of the unit, as the furniture had been updated and the mattress was comfortable. I wouldn’t rent this unit again, unless there are changes made.
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10/10

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 master bedroom is spacious-the king size bed VERY comfortable. Bed in den also very comfortable. 2 baths. 1shower one tub. Living area very nice, very clean, lanai spacious and private with easy access to pool. Kitchen had nice appliances and eat-in area. Easy access onto Gulf of Mexico Drive-lots of restaurants within a short drive-be sure to check out Lazy Lobster and go over bridge to Cortez-Seafood Shack-great food and prices-seafood super fresh. My husband and I would highly recommend The Beach!
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Rental unit 101 was as promoted by the RVA site. Walking from the lanai to the pool deck took 5 steps through a dedicated gate. Access to the beautiful beach was a short walk further. This rental had all of the necessities covered. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10/10

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10

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: Very pleased with unit and location.
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6/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property was clean and provided the main necessities. The property could stand a re-model given that there is peeling paint and marks of the walls and furniture. Our party was made up of 4 guests. Two of them were grown children, 17yr old and 23 yr old. I felt that the property was to small to accomodate this amount of people. The bunk beds would better serve small kids. The weather on the beach was not the best and it would have been nice to be able to take a swim in the heated pool just steps away from our apartment. But unfortunately the pool was not heated throughout our vacation with the water as cold or colder than the ocean water. Also several attempts over multiple days were made to speak to the person at the front desk but there was nobody there to speak to. Longboat Key ia a very private island with little restaurants and stores. There is no trolley service available to shuttle you to fun places on the island like St. Armands Circle or Mote Aquarium. All in all the vacation was okay but nothing special or worth the time or money. We will not be returning again.
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would just need a few improovements, then it would be absolutely perfect: Screen in front of patio door ( there once was one for sure) , some high chairs on the patio to be able to see the ocean, less noisy pool technic and some paint refreshment in kitchen an bath, that would be it !