This was the 5th year we have rented this apartment. Rick greeted us upon arrival and assisted us with the luggage. The apartment was very clean and orderly. Rick was always available for any questions or concerns and extremely responsive. We have always enjoyed our stays using Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals and will continue to use them is future years.
We loved this condo. It was well taken care of and had everything we needed. Beachplace was a great community with very nice staff and friendly guests to meet. Rick was very helpful along the way. The Beach was amazing and they set up our chairs every day for us! We can not wait to come back.
Rick and Katie are excellent hosts and we would recommend them for any properties they represent. The home was very nice and suitable for families with children. Excellent location for beach, groceries, shopping and restaurants.
Rick,
Once again, my family and I had a wonderful time at Beachplace. You coordinated meeting my arrival schedule. Both places were great and totally met our expectations.
I look forward to coming again next year. Andy
We have been coming to Beachplace for years and love all it has to offer. 3-304 is a great condo and our family loved it. Had everything you could ever need. Thanks to Rick for helping us throughout our stay. we look forward to our next visit.
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 was our sixth year renting a unit through Rick and our first year at Beachplace. We could have not been more pleased. The unit had an excellent location, was clean and very well maintained. There were activities at the complex almost every day including the annual golf outing at the Longboat Key Club. We immediately signed a lease for next year and cannot wait to come back.
We loved out Month here. Thanks to Rick and team we were well taken care of. Unit gets afternoon sun and nice view to the beach. Sarasota downtown is so near and Beachplace offers so much you don't need to leave. Loved the pool.
Karen
03/31/2024
Property Details
On the soft white sand beaches of Longboat Key, Beachplace offers 31 luxury acres. More beachfront than any other condo on Longboat Key. Resort Style Amenities within a spacious complex .
Beautiful beachfront unit on the 2nd floor with lake view and partial Gulf. This is a beautifully appointed 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit with many modern upgrades. It just feels like home. It was decorated by Anne Folsom Smith. It has many custom features, including hand crafted furniture, unique kitchen backsplash and sliding stainless doors covering W/D. Completely renovated, with tile floors throughout, high ceilings with upgraded light fixtures, hurricane resistant floor-to-ceiling windows and modernized bathrooms. Kitchen boasts sleek cabinetry, custom granite countertops, high end appliances and built in ovens. Reimagined master, stone solid surfaced kitchen counters, unique wood high end cabinetry, exquisite window treatments. Beachplace is a gated condominium with a variety of amenities including a long stretch encompassing 1,450 linear feet of the soft white sand beach. Chairs and Umbrellas are available for use. It also has a large pool , clubhouse, fitness center and 3 tennis courts. Town requirements are a 30 day rental and rentals are on a calendar month basis. Off-season may allow mid-month to mid-month. Washer/Dryer in unit
Rental includes Cable tv, Wifi, parking, water and electric.
Managed by FGC Vacation Rentals
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
Contactless check-in and checkout is available
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
Books
Satellite / Cable
Stereo
Television
Features
Air Conditioning
Central Heat
Clothes Dryer
Elevator
Fitness Room / Equipment
Hair Dryer
Heating
Internet - Hi Speed
Internet - Wifi
Iron and Board
Linens Provided
Living Room
Parking
Telephone
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
Flexcation
Desk
Desk Chair
Free wifi
Smart TV
Wifi Speed (250+ Mbps)
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
Boating
Local
Hospital
Location
Beach
Beach View
Outdoor
Balcony
Communal Pool
Deck/Patio
Gas Grill
Heated Pool
Hot Tub
Safety
Deadbolt Lock
Emergency Exit Route
Fire Emergency Contact
Fire Extinguisher
Medical Emergency Contact
Outdoor Lighting
Police Emergency Contact
Smoke Detector
Sports
Swimming
Tennis
Themes
Family
Romantic
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.
Guest Reviews
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Recent reviews
Excellent Service and Hospitality
by Tom C
01/31/2026
5 out of 5 stars
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!
Great Condo
by Phyllis
03/01/2023
5 out of 5 stars
We loved our time here. The condo had everything we could desire and the property was amazing. They set up beach chairs and umbrellas for us daily. The pool was large and refreshing. Thank you Rick for taking great care of us.
Wonderful Stay at Beachplace Longboat Key
by Kate
12/31/2022
5 out of 5 stars
7-202 is a beautiful rental in a peaceful location close to the beach. We would like to mention that every detail and every corner of the interiors and exteriors are built with love and perfect taste. Happy to recommend this place, and looking forward to coming back.
Great holiday
by Maggie W
11/01/2022
5 out of 5 stars
This is a great property with outstanding views of the Gulf of Mexico and literally steps away from the superb beach. The apartment is fully renovated, beautifully decorated, clean and well stocked. We had all we needed for relaxing holiday. Master bedroom was spacious with huge walk in closet. We loved sitting out on the enclosed balcony listening to the ocean waves and watching awesome sunsets. If you like luxury accommodation on the beach, this is the place. We will definitely go back
We have just completed a one month tenancy at Beachplace, building 2, unit 402 on Longboat Key with Rick Benninghove as the agent for the owner. We found him at all times to be attentive to our every need and extremely professional in the management of his business. We would definitely rate him as a 5 on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the highest.
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!
We spent 10 wonderful days at Ingrid’s home with our 3 young kids. First, the location is ideal: quiet neighborhood right by St. Armand's Circle (with plenty of nice restaurants, cafes and shops), 10 min walk away from the beautiful Lido Key beach. Then the house itself is well decorated, super functional, very well equipped. Great kitchen to cook and hang out, cozy living room, comfy beds in all bedrooms, beautiful heated pool. Ingrid was very responsive and went even beyond our expectations providing a high chair and pack-and-play for our little one. This was one of our best experiences with an Airbnb rental.
Rick,
Once again, my family and I had a wonderful time at Beachplace. You coordinated meeting my arrival schedule. Both places were great and totally met our expectations.
I look forward to coming again next year. Andy