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Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front

Condo on the beach, with water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front

Condo on the beach, with water park
At this condo, catch some rays on the beach or spend the day at a water park. The condo has 3 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the condo include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Unit 304 Sand Cay Gulf Front
Unit #304 Gulf Front 5 Night Minimum
Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front Condo
Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front Longboat Key
Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front 5 Night Minimum
Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front Condo Longboat Key
2460-158038

About the area

Map
Sarasota, Florida

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Coquina Beach - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • IMG Academy - 28 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Bonefish Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front have a pool?

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

Is Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Longboat Key Beaches, Cannons Marina and Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Unit #304 Sand Cay Beach Resort Gulf Front Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Great location, plenty of room

Really great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Room 304

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: Great location.

10/10 Excellent

Mary R., Louisville, ky

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

Fun in the sun!

We had a really nice time. Property was beautiful. I really enjoyed our stay . Will go back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paula S., orlando florida

Memorial day tradition

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: My family has been coming to this area for Memorial Day for over 45 years.! We have stayed at the Sand Cay in different units several times. We love the Sand Cay and we love this unit.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Beautiful Gulf and beach view

Very nice property on Longboat Key. The Key is quieter and more upscale than neighboring Anna Maria Island. Perfect for our getting away from it all vacation. Surrounding restaurants (closest about a 1/3 mile, but can also get delivery from Oma’s) were VERY good. The unit itself has umbrellas, beach cart, towels, and the resort supplies chairs - no need to bring anything except maybe a small cooler. Upstairs master seems recently updated. Downstairs bathrooms could use a little updating, but all is well. Kudos to Rick, the property maintenance person, who was able to fix our AC, after hours, when we arrived. Worked perfectly thereafter!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
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6/10 Okay

Jennie W.

Unit 304

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Several issues with the unit: 3 of the 4 outdoor bar stools were ripped and not usable. The 3 bedroom unit has 1 bedroom and bath updated, and the other 2 are not with substandard mattresses, bedding (threadbare sheets, old comforters) and decor. Rather embarrassing to decide upon who gets the “nice room”, while others are in 1-star hotel type bed & bath rooms. Drains were slow in shower/sinks, we plunged 2 toilets while there. Air conditioning unit was not functioning upon check in. After 2 trips from a repair company and 12 hours later, the unit cooled to 75. Although we appreciate management arranging for repair service, our unit was at 81 degrees at check in, and this and the bar stools should have been repaired or replaced before new guests (us) arrived. We paid premium $$ for this unit (as it’s the only 3 bedroom at Sand Cay where we have been many times) and will not stay in this unit again.
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8/10 Good

Christopher S.

Beautiful But Pricey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Upon arrival we were stunned at how gorgeous both the condo and the view were. You literally can't get a better view of the ocean than the living room and again in the master bedroom. It's a real treat waking up to seeing the ocean every morning.With that said, here's a list of the pros and cons from our visit:Pros:- Unbeatable views right from the condo- Beach access is as close as you can get- Beach is not crowded and chairs are supplied- Water is amazing temperature-wise at the time we went (June)- Great outdoor cooking area with 3 grills- People seems very friendly and it was nice to talk while grilling- Furnishing in condo are excellent!Cons:- We had a group move in for a few days downstairs with 6 kids and 3 adults. When we asked management to address the noise we were told we would have to deal with it or call the police. For $500+ a night, that needs to be addressed by management.- Pool water was murky and too warm. It was very uncomfortable.- No in-condo washer and dryer. Shared (free) facilities were not well ventilated- One of the bathrooms had a bath that would not properly turn on the shower. Water was not redirected properly when trying to go from bath water flow to shower flow.- Main sliding door to porch/balcony would not lock properly.- The price is a bit on the steep side when considering the cons. But overall, I would stay again.- To get out of the area to shop, you have to travel through some insanely busy areas (Coquina public beach). The area the condo is in isn't busy, but the surrounding areas are EXTREMELY crowded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

sunshine

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: good family vacation
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10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Secret Hide away

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: Enjoyed as always. Have been here 6 times and always have enjoyed the stay

10/10 Excellent

Richard W., Richmond,VA

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

Great condo, great location

Sand Cay has a family feel. Several generations were enjoying the beach and Sand Cay’s amenities. The location is perfect.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Can't Wait for Next Year!

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: My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sand Cay! The staff is personable and exceptional! The minute we pulled into the parking lot we knew that everyone there takes pride in maintaining beautiful, clean and amazing properties and that we had made an excellent choice. We are thankful we get to return next year.
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8/10 Good

jane m., Atlanta, GA

Sunny balcony with sunset views

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Beach was good. Layout of unit was not great. Master had a queen bed. King bed was in guestroom with no en suite bath. Beds were old. Kitchen was well-stocked. Decor was dated.
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8/10 Good

Deirdre F.

Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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: Amazing...
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
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4/10 Poor

Gary J.

My last Stay and Sand Cay

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than 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: Very disappointed with the rental,was my second time at Sand Cay and will be the last
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Beautiful, peaceful & comfortable 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: We love Longboat Key and love Sand Cay Beach Resort! The views from the balcony of Unit 304 are amazing every day and night. The unit is lovely inside too and is steps from the beach. The nearby amenities are outstanding. St. Armand's Circle is a regular destination for us.

10/10 Excellent

georgia k., Glenview, Il

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

Magnificent location

My family and I stayed at this wonderful condo for 7 days. -Great location -Fantastic beach and amazing views -Very clean -Kitchen equipped to the max! - Friendly, warm, and attentive office staff… ran within 5 minutes to look at our door lock (nothing was wrong with it, our fault) -Pool, shuffleboard, tennis, grill overlooking beach, free movies and games in office We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Long Beach, NY

Absolutely Perfect!!!!

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: We came down for a Wedding next door at the Zota Hotel and it worked out perfectly. Everything at Sand Cay was perfect! The room gorgeous, the property immaculate, beach gorgeous. We had everything we needed and the Staff is courteous and helpful. Cant wait to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Fantastic Beach Property

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 unit we stayed in was well kept and the view of the beach was amazing. The property was clean and staff was helpful in providing information and loaning us some beach umbrellas. Everything went smoothly. We will keep this property in mind for future beach vacations.

8/10 Good

Jack R.

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

Great Unit, but..!

Very clean, well-appointed, comfortable unit with a beautiful view of the beach and gulf! TV's are small, dated and without internet access. WIFI is weak and spotty. Timing is important - we were here when the Red Tide was active, which I guess was our fault not knowing about this annual occurrence, so do not recommend taking a chance during that season - mid-summer to October. Eye and skin irritation, upset stomach, especially for wife, made walking the beach tough for half the time here. But, this is a great unit and we will definitely be back in the winter/spring!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua E.

Summer beach trip 2021

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: Very nice condo, lots of room for the whole family, nice views of the beach. Pool was large and clean. Easy access to the beach and convenient to several restaurants in the surrounding area.
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10/10 Excellent

Holly T., Denver

Great Condo

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: We've been coming to Sand Cay for 30+ years- never stayed in 304, but it was an awesome condo. As some of the other reviews state- the only thing I found odd was that there is not a king in the master. With box beds and what not these days, you'd think you get get one up there, but the queen was pretty comfortable. Other thing would be some updated shades/blackout curtains as the lighting around the condos is pretty bright, but it wasn't a deal breaker. We will def. book this condo again- everything else was very updated and had everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Relaxing at sandcay

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 nice enjoyed the stay..have already booked for next year..our 3rd year
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10/10 Excellent

peg h., Omaha

Great stay

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: My family had a lovely stay at this perfect location. Lots of room to spread out a bit. Pros: location, quiet, helpful office staff, comfortable beds, nice pool ,high-end furnishings. Cons: (Not much)- Too much furniture on balcony to navigate, skillet in kitchen too small for family of 6.(though office let us borrow one for a few days), & pricey. Overall ,we enjoyed our stay.

6/10 Okay

chris T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Frustration

When we arrived their was an outside painting crew on the property I rented. A hydraulic Lift (platform with painter) in the patio and at windows (bedroom and bathroom) starting at 8:00am until 5:00pm for 3 days. On day one I ask management to have them work somewhere else. They said they would, but painters did not move. When I called back, the manager said they would be finished in 1 day, but it continued for 2 more days. Wish there had been honest disclosure about the situation. First half of vacation disrupted, blocked view of ocean and loud; second half when painting actually stopped, much more pleasant. Kitchen much smaller than shown in pictures (disposal didn't work)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Wonderful beachfront condo

We had an awesome time in Unit 304 of Sand Cay condos! The condo is large and was perfect for a family of 6. Everything was super-convenient: only steps from the beach, plenty of beach chairs, umbrella from office, bicycle racks, trash and recycling close by, good parking, very helpful office folks especially Heather and Sarah. The condo has everything we needed: good kitchen and cooking items, large fridge, cleaning supplies (brooms, etc.), comfortable furniture and beds. We hope to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020