10/10 Excellent
Alan E.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host and stay
Alan E.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Condo
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Longboat Key, FL
- Longboat Key Beaches5 min walk
- Coquina Beach8 min drive
- IMG Academy25 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)23 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
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This property is a family-owned 800 square foot tower apartment on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. There is a full kitchen, living area with a queen size sleeper sofa, and a bedroom with two queen size beds. It is part of the Zilli Collection. Each with the Zilli touch of amazing view, decor, (not typical wicker furniture, silly beach artifacts, 40 year old flooring, one SIZE fits all, etc.). We call it upscale coastal. The properties are more of a resort, 5 star hotel feel. We own an elegant upscale home next door, a penthouse unit, a direct walk out unit, along with 2 units with the option to connect into one suite.
You’ll find everything you need on-site from free WIFI to dishes, linens, towels and even a few extras you may need for your stay like puzzles and soap. There is a pool and a covered area with grills and picnic tables overlooking the beach. Hope to see you soon at one of my beautiful vacation homes. All you need is your bathing suit and a toothbrush. The beach is just steps away.
This resort is not a place of public accommodation as defined by the ADA and, therefore, does not meet the accessibility requirements of the ADA. That said, there are some accessible features at the facility. Please ask me specific questions to determine if this property would a good fit for your needs.
Please view my other beautiful vacation homes and make plans now to visit Longboat Key to see why we love it!!!
247170 - Zilli Villa is a two bedroom, two bath house located right on the beach
3510391 - Zilli Tower 503 is a 5th floor Penthouse
4649102 - Zilli Ocean Front 101 is a direct walk out
7900243 - Zilli Ocean Front 201 and 9070766 - Zilli Ocean Front 202 are individual condos that can be made into a suite for larger groups with a connecting door.
You’ll find everything you need on-site from free WIFI to dishes, linens, towels and even a few extras you may need for your stay like puzzles and soap. There is a pool and a covered area with grills and picnic tables overlooking the beach. Hope to see you soon at one of my beautiful vacation homes. All you need is your bathing suit and a toothbrush. The beach is just steps away.
This resort is not a place of public accommodation as defined by the ADA and, therefore, does not meet the accessibility requirements of the ADA. That said, there are some accessible features at the facility. Please ask me specific questions to determine if this property would a good fit for your needs.
Please view my other beautiful vacation homes and make plans now to visit Longboat Key to see why we love it!!!
247170 - Zilli Villa is a two bedroom, two bath house located right on the beach
3510391 - Zilli Tower 503 is a 5th floor Penthouse
4649102 - Zilli Ocean Front 101 is a direct walk out
7900243 - Zilli Ocean Front 201 and 9070766 - Zilli Ocean Front 202 are individual condos that can be made into a suite for larger groups with a connecting door.
Property manager
Jim Zilli
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Sea view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Longboat Key
Located in Longboat Key, this condo is on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also worth visiting.
Longboat Key, FL
What's nearby
- Longboat Key Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Jewfish Key - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
- Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
- Lido Beach - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
- IMG Academy - 25 min drive - 22.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anna Maria Oyster Bar - 25 min drive
- Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - 24 min drive
- Mean Deans Local Kitchen - 26 min drive
- Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - 7 min drive
- Shore LBK - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View-Comfortable Unit
Lisa P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aaron T.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remarkable Vacation!!
Aaron T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
dan m.
21 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo and the beach was perfect
dan m.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Doug H.
16 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway!!
Doug H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
CRAIG S., TN
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!!!
CRAIG S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shelley Y.
29 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Shelley Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg C.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
Greg C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
robin w.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location
robin w.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne
8 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jeanne
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
cynthia h.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beach week
cynthia h.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brandon A.
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Brandon A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Newton O.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Newton O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve J., Saginaw, MI
9 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place to be on the beach!
Steve J.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandy G.
18 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars — 100%
Sandy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
gail b.
21 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place ! Beautiful view !
gail b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Vicki S.
28 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Vicki S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea C., Farmington, MI
12 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Longboat vacation
Andrea C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nick B.
24 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL VIEW
Nick B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julio R.
8 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with beautiful view
Julio R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Jon R.
9 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Island Escape
Jon R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
joel c.
5 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly awesome
joel c.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth M., Brewster MA 02631
25 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach view
Kenneth M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
ELIZABETH
12 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
ELIZABETH
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Robert B.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View
Robert B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jim Zilli
Jim Zilli grew up in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area. He started coming to Longboat Key in the early 1980's. Jim had previously purchased the nearby two-bedroom villa and came to live in Longboat Key full-time in 2009. He then purchased the Tower 503 and Ocean Front 101 both of which have upscale touches equivalent to a Ritz or St. Regis suite.
Jim is CEO in the family’s Wisconsin on off-site catering special events business, so he has ample experience in hospitality. He finds great enjoyment and satisfaction helping guests have amazing vacations in his properties – many of whom come back year after year. “I have many families who I have gotten to know over the years and spent time , dining , golfing , helped them find realtors, and more,” says Jim.
Clients have complimented Jim’s style as attentive and not pushy. They appreciate he will check in with them during their stay. He wants renters to know he’s there for them.
Jim is CEO in the family’s Wisconsin on off-site catering special events business, so he has ample experience in hospitality. He finds great enjoyment and satisfaction helping guests have amazing vacations in his properties – many of whom come back year after year. “I have many families who I have gotten to know over the years and spent time , dining , golfing , helped them find realtors, and more,” says Jim.
Clients have complimented Jim’s style as attentive and not pushy. They appreciate he will check in with them during their stay. He wants renters to know he’s there for them.
Why they chose this property
The most obvious reason Jim chose Longboat Key is the weather and beauty of this location, and the Villa is located just steps from a world-class beach. Guests never run out of things to do, whether it’s enjoying the nightlife in nearby Sarasota or simply collecting shells along the white sand beach. The weather provides just enough variety so you won’t be bored. Unlike other areas of Florida, Longboat Key is quiet, safe and has a small-town feel he enjoys. The area feels remote and natural yet it’s easy to access with the Sarasota airport just 7 miles east of Sarasota or from Tampa, which is 40 minutes away.
One of Jim’s favorite things to do is golf, and (there are several world-class courses within a 20-minute drive). He also enjoys movies, and recommends the annual film festival in Sarasota. He keeps a running list of the many, many things there are to do in the area - so whether you like to swim, sunbathe, walk on the beach, golf, shop, or all of the above, Jim’s guests find plenty to keep themselves entertained. At the same time, the secluded location offers privacy and quiet so if you, like most of us, need to catch up on rest while you’re here, you can fall asleep to nothing more than the gentle sound of the surf.
One of Jim’s favorite things to do is golf, and (there are several world-class courses within a 20-minute drive). He also enjoys movies, and recommends the annual film festival in Sarasota. He keeps a running list of the many, many things there are to do in the area - so whether you like to swim, sunbathe, walk on the beach, golf, shop, or all of the above, Jim’s guests find plenty to keep themselves entertained. At the same time, the secluded location offers privacy and quiet so if you, like most of us, need to catch up on rest while you’re here, you can fall asleep to nothing more than the gentle sound of the surf.
What makes this property unique
A secluded Longboat Key small complex with beautiful views of the Gulf and the beach right in front of you.
Languages:
English
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