I can't say enough wonderful things about this property! If I have to pick my favorite aspect of this AirBnb, it would have to be location. Only a block from Saint Armands Circle with all the restaurants, shopping and ice cream minutes from your front door. Walk from your front door in the other direction and you are on beautiful Lido beach. Another direction and you can kayak the mangrove tunnels. Quick drive over the bridge and you have a centralized location for Downtown Sarasota or pop over to Bradenton, Siesta Key and even Venice for dinner. This introvert/indoor family only spent our time outdoors and walking around the beautiful island. The house and property are the perfect size for a family vacation with children. Not too big to get overwhelmed with keeping tidy, but definitely not small and everyone has space. Hosts provided everything we needed for the household and plenty of equipment to take to the beach or on a quick bike ride! We are already making plans to make this our "summer spot" for years to come!!
This is our 6th year with Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals, and as usual Rick has been a great host. The location of the Longboat Key property, known as
"Beachplace" is the perfect location to enjoy warm gulf waters and beautiful sunsets. With access to pool and beach, as well as an easy car ride to St. Armands Circle shops and restaurants, this property boasts plenty of golf courses to play, as well as the vibrant downtown Sarasota nightlife to enjoy! We've already booked our stay with Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals for the 2027 season. Thanks again Rick!
This is a beautiful condo with an amazing view!! I was looking for a balcony with plenty of comfortable seats and space for my mother to enjoy the beach for her 90th birthday. It could not have been any better. She loved the view! My sisters and I had a wonderful weekend. This is the most beautiful condo and location I have ever found on my many trips to Florida. Rick was also very quick to answer my questions. The checkin/checkout process was so easy. Thank you!
1001 Longboat Club Road is the perfect location within the gates of the Longboat Club Resort. We have rented this house 6 years in a row. The house is large, the pool is huge and the beach is a block away. You can not ask for a better manager than Rick Benninghove who took care of anything we needed with this rental..
This unit was wonderful! It is very comfortable to stay in this condo. Lots of towels and sheets. Kitchen had all the utensils and appliances we needed. Parking is convenient. Pool is heated and probably the best condominium community pool in the area! Sunrise is beautiful from the condo living room!! Sunsets are spectacular from the balcony or, even better, the beach. From this condo door, your toes are touching the sand in 5 minutes. The condo community is very friendly. We enjoyed ourselves so much at this condo that we will be returning. The condo management was easy to work with and very responsive. Definitely a great find!!
We just returned from a fun & relaxing vacation at this home right in the heart of beautiful Sarasota. Walk to the beach, restaurants. Home is very comfortable, clean, has every convenience. Host Rick is right on top of everything. I would call this a 'no worries' vaycay!
Once again we had a great time in a beautiful condo. Everything was taking care just as promised without a single problem. We will probably rent it again next year for our third time. Do your family a favor and take advantage of this wonderful place.
Great house to rent super close to the beach. Rick was very responsive to any questions that we had. I would recommend this property plan on coming here again.
Fantastic accommodation for my parents at 8-603 Beach Place from October 14 to Nov 15, 2025.
Rick met us when we first arrived at the property and explained clearly to my parents how everything worked. The Condo was fitted out to a very high standard and everything was very clean. My parents were delighted and really couldn’t have asked for anything more on their vacation. We would have no hesitation in recommending Rick @ Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals to anyone renting in LBK. George
George W
10/31/2025
Property Details
On the soft white sand beaches of Longboat Key, Beachplace offers 31 luxury acres and 1450 linear feet of beach. More beachfront than any other condo on Longboat Key. Resort Style Amenities include large community pool and exercise facility.
This condo is on the 3rd floor with a partial Gulf view and golf course view. This is very comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit. Large Sofa, dining table for 6, breakfast bar, fully equipped kitchen with drip coffee maker and Keurig. Desk for a workspace. King Bed in Primary bedroom and 2 twin beds in second bedroom. Washer/Dryer in condo.
The well-maintained and gorgeous grounds include the following amenities: • 24 hour manned guard gate. • Private beach access with chairs and umbrellas included • Wi-Fi and Xfinity Cable TV • Lighted tennis courts • Heated pool and hot tub • Two state of the art fitness centers • Air conditioned clubhouse • BBQ gas grills by the pool.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Amenities
Cleaning Protocols
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Disinfectant is used when cleaning the property
Enhanced cleaning practices are used
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Entertainment
Stereo
Television
Features
Central Heat
Clothes Dryer
Elevator
Fitness Room / Equipment
Parking
Telephone
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
Flexcation
Desk
Desk Chair
Free wifi
Smart TV
Wifi Speed (500+ Mbps)
Kitchen
Coffee Maker
Cookware
Dining Area
Dining Room
Dining Table
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Ice Maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster
Leisure
Bird Watching
Boating
Eco Tourism
Local
Fitness Center
Hospital
Location
Beach
Water View
Outdoor
Balcony
Communal Pool
Gas Grill
Heated Pool
Hot Tub
Safety
Deadbolt Lock
Emergency Exit Route
Fire Emergency Contact
Fire Extinguisher
Medical Emergency Contact
Police Emergency Contact
Smoke Detector
Sports
Fishing
Fishing Freshwater
Swimming
Themes
Family
Availability
Policies
Cancellation Policy
Should the rental be canceled at least 90 days in advance of the arrival date, a full refund will be given. If the rental is canceled for any reason 89 – 61 days prior to arrival the 30% of Rental Revenue will be forfeited. If the rental is canceled 60 to 30 days prior to arrival, 50% of rental revenue will be forfeited and 29 to 0 days, 100% of rental revenue will be forfeited. Registration fee and any HOA fee is non-refundable.
Deposit Policy
An advance deposit of 30% is required at the time of confirmation.
No worries when you’re on vacation! Rick Benninghove will help you find a rental and will respond promptly if anything in the rental isn’t working properly. Your comfort is his job. He’s a pleasure to work with!
Your Review: Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals has been an outstanding service for our vacation needs. We have used this company multiple times and each time the service has been perfect from start to finish. Rick is great to deal with. He makes sure all of your needs are met from the very beginning. The communication is great, very strong attention to detail, and Rick is very easy to reach and responsive if there are any needs. We recently stayed at Beachplace building 3, unit 205. The condo was awesome. Extremely clean, spacious, and had everything you could want. It was fully stocked with kitchen appliances, bath needs, beach towels, extra bedding, and plenty more. I highly recommend using Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals. It's nice to know you don't have to stress when it comes to planning vacation. They do it all for you. I can't wait until our next vacation! Thank you Rick and all for making our vacation so pleasant!
"Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rental is an exceptional company providing outstanding service."
Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rental is an exceptional company providing outstanding service.
They are reliable..
Prompt communication..
Always available..
Property clean - thoughtful preparation..
Over 5 years my stays from booking to checkout were comfortable and stress free.
Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rental is the Best in South Florida.
This unit was spectacular as well.
Sandra L