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Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach

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The beach is fabulous, you will have a hard time being anywhere else!
Photo from pool, right by the beach!
Pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 685.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Longboat Key, FL
  • Longboat Key Beaches
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach

Hi everybody, if our available dates don't work, please let me know, we do have another condo and lots of friends with condos down here as well and I can probably fix you up somewhere. Our condo is open, as are the beaches, pool, tennis court, restaurants, etc. On Longboat Key itself, there are few cases of the virus. We are on an island after all. The County has numerous cleaning and other requirements for your safety and our own internal requirements meet or exceed what is required by the County/CDC. Please also note that our condo has its own separate entrance, there are no enclosed corridors or hallways to get to the unit, it is accessible by open air stairway (or elevator) and it has its own independent HVAC system and air handler, so you are not sharing air from the neighboring room. We are keeping very high cleanliness standards for your protection. Additionally, for the near future we will offer a full refund if Covid conditions would become such that our beach was closed or the surrounding restaurants were forced to close down due to the virus. I don't think this would ever happen however, as our area has had very minimal conditions, particularly on Longboat Key itself. If our available dates don't work, please let me know, we do have another condo and lots of friends with condos down here as well and I can probably fix you up somewhere. Thanks!

And thank you for reviewing our site! Our condo is #F5 at Casa Del Mar Beach Resort. It has an extended Living Room and Patio for extra square feet of room to call your own. It has a screened in patio with comfortable furniture for sitting and enjoying the beautiful Florida temperatures. It is a ground floor unit so it is easily accessible with no stairs to climb while hauling luggage and groceries. Parking is available right next to the front door. The condo sits just a few units down from the pool and beach, close enough for easy access from the patio, but far enough away to eliminate the noise from the pool area. It is located within the renovated Casa Del Mar Resort, on the gorgeous beaches of Longboat Key, and near the cultural haven of Sarasota. The resort is on the beach side of the island and has its own private beach area, lounge chairs and umbrellas (there is a small fee for the umbrella rental). The Casa Del Mar buildings are all on the beach side of the road so all of the units are very close to the beach and pool. We take very good care of our units and make sure they all have nice mattresses, fully stocked kitchens, and lots of extras to make your stay enjoyable. This will be a vacation you will always remember.

Also, there is an office on the property that is open seven days per week which also has full time maintenance staff.

Description of Condo:

Our F5 condominium has been extensively renovated and also is one of the few in the resort with an extended Living Room and patio area, giving you plenty of room to stretch out and feel comfortable. The bathrooms were recently updated in granite and tile and the kitchen as well with granite and beautiful tile backsplashes, as well as newer appliances. If you like to spend time on the patio, you will love the extended patio area with comfortable chairs and tables. We also added some fun stuff like a wine bottle fridge. The condo has a wi-fi connection. There is a new huge flat screen HDTV in the living room (60 inch) and both bedrooms (31 inch). There is also a safe in the Master Bedroom closet. The condo is a two bedroom, two bath, with a queen sized sleeper sofa in the living room. The master has a king sized bed and the guest bedroom has two singles, so the condo can sleep six comfortably. The unit also has its own washer and dryer.

Longboat Key

Longboat Key is a safe, quiet, beach community. While there are lots of restaurants (including one just a couple doors down) and shops, it is a very “residential” community compared to most beach front areas that can be crowded, have traffic congestion, and noisy. So, Longboat is perfect for relaxing with friends and family. You will enjoy the mild temperatures all year round, with highs in the winter months averaging in the low seventies and breezes off of the Gulf in the summer. The beaches in this area rate as tops in the nation by numerous publications and the beautiful white sandy beach directly in front of Casa Del Mar is no exception. Spend time on the beach lounging and watching the birds as you all enjoy the warm water and soft white sand! Longboat offers numerous activities as well; golfing, fishing (from shore or boat), biking (bike trail right out in front of the resort runs for miles), bird watching, walks along the beach or on the walking/biking trail that runs right by the resort are a few of the casual activities available on the island. All of your needed conveniences are nearby as well. Longboat has a large grocery store, a CVS pharmacy, and several nice restaurants. It also has several churches and a synagogue right on the island. If this is your first visit, you will see why Longboat was recently rated the #2 island destination in North America by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. Just across the bridge is St. Armands Circle, with numerous unique shops and outstanding restaurants. On the adjacent mainland is the town of Sarasota, with abundant cultural activities such as opera, museums, art exhibits and numerous dining and shopping opportunities. Included among them are the galleries of the Ringling Museum of Art and live theater at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center and Aloso Repertory Theatre. Other attractions are the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Joan Durante Park just up the street. A family favorite, the Mote Marine has Gulf related marine life exhibits and touching pools. Just about an hour up the interstate is Busch Gardens which has rides, shows, animal attractions and lots of fun for the whole family. Within about a three hour drive is Disney World in Orlando. The area around Longboat offers numerous other activities as well, so, while Longboat is quiet and peaceful, it isn’t isolated.

Casa Del Mar

Casa Del Mar is a beautiful resort with lush tropical plants and a newly installed paver driveway and parking area that adds to the previously gorgeous surroundings. Many resorts in the area are overdue for such renovations, and Casa Del Mar has them in abundance. Casa Del Mar's office and grounds crew teams are exceptionally helpful and friendly. The office is open seven days a week to take care of your needs and there is also nighttime security present in case of an emergency. The resort sits right on its own private, beautiful, soft white sandy beach and has an exceptionally large heated pool, tennis and basketball courts, shuffleboard, newly updated grilling area and lots of activities. The resort has provides lounge chairs around the pool and for the private beach area, sturdy new beach umbrellas are available for rent for a small fee (they put them up and take them down for you) and the resort provides linens, bath and beach towels. Located in the middle of the island, Casa Del Mar has convenient access to all of the island’s pleasures.

Property manager

Bruce and Karen Goracke
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Payment of 50% due upon reservation and balance 60 days prior to reservation.

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or LECOM Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Longboat Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Longboat Key Beaches - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jewfish Key - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Cortez Beach - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach have a pool?

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

Is Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Ground Floor Condo on Award Winning Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Longboat Key condo building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Longboat Key Beaches and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cannons Marina. Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Wonderful location

The property is extremely well maintained. We enjoyed the tennis courts, grill area, pool area and the beach. The beach chairs and lounge chairs are also a wonderful included amenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Portia C.

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

Great condo by the beach

We really enjoyed staying at Casa Del Mar Beach Resort F5! It had everything we needed for our 5 night stay. We went to Publix and purchased the items we needed for this fully stocked kitchen (not food) has everything you need to cook, eat and drink. Huge TV in the main area has an awesome picture. We needed help figuring it out and someone was there within 10 mins to show us. The pool is literally a 30 second walk and the beach is 30 seconds past the pool. And no keys to worry about as the lock is an easy to use key pad. The location of these condo's are great as far as restaurant's, shops and St Armands Circle. Thanks Bruce and Karen for letting us book your place- we would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Weekend getaway

The property was very clean and perfect size for 4 people. Very close to the beach and pool ( just steps) The owner was great to work with and responded quickly to any questions I had. The grounds were well maintained and the landscaping was beautiful. The Management was very helpful with advice on restaurants in the area. We loved the circle area, with several great restaurants and shopping. I gave a 5 star, but did wish that we were ocean view. Suggestions to owner- It would have been nice to have a welcome basket with a small amount of coffee, cream, sugar, salt, pepper and toilet paper.... We got in late and had to run out to get items very early the next morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

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

Mom and 2 adult daughters five day trip

We enjoyed staying at Casa Delmar. The pool and beach were just footsteps away. The beach was gorgeous and not crowded. We did a lot of our own meals and made good use of the grilling area. It’s a great way to enjoy conversation with others as we grilled! Our unit had a lanai which was our go to place for coffee and enjoying the tropical foliage. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martina R.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Casa Del Mar was just what the doctor ordered. We were looking for an easy getaway that had both the beach and a pool without needing to pack up the kids everyday. We were able to walkout our screened in porch and both of these were just steps away. Everything was very well maintained and we couldn't have asked for it to be any better. We will be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JUlie B.

Great stay during May 2016

My wife, brother and I stayed in unit 3B 5/08 thru 5/15/2016. We have visited many Caribbean Islands as well as several locations in the Florida panhandle, and this trip ranked at the top. It was easy and affordable to fly into Sarasota/Bradenton airport, and just a short 20 min drive to the unit. The 2bdrm unit was well appointed and clean. We don't require luxurious condos, as we don't spend a lot of time in the room, however, this unit was very comfortable and very close to the beach and pool. We especially enjoyed sitting on the screened in patio each evening. Beach chairs are included, and umbrellas can be rented for $10/day. Chairs and umbrellas are set up for you each morning with your room number placed on the umbrella. Unlike Destin, Ft Walton areas, this beach was not crowded. There was only one row of beach chairs everyday, which meant we had an open view to the water everyday. Our biggest surprise was the communities to the north and south of the location. Beautiful and clean, shopping and great dining. The condo is located in the center of the cay, which makes for easy access to both ends of Longboat. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing vacation without the water parks, miniature golf course and crazy traffic, this is a great place to stay. The owner was very accommodating in helping us to decide which of his units to book. He was also very helpful in recommending local restaurants to visit. Thanks Bruce!

About the host

Hosted by Bruce and Karen Goracke

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We bought our place several years ago and love to visit ourselves and share with our guests!

Why they chose this property

Our resort is fabulous with a pool that overlooks the beach, umbrella service available, very nice sitting areas near the pool, a great grilling area, tennis courts, and beautiful landscaping.

What makes this property unique

The very easy access to the beach is wonderful!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests