Been coming here for decades as a visitor - not an owner. Bottom line opinion is that Limetree…read moreResort provides a consistently excellent value. Yes, you can find fancier places with more amenities, but Limetree delivers what is important for a safe family friendly gulf beach experience. Read on to learn why...... Staff: office, maintenance and housekeeping staff were exceptional. They were always welcoming and helpful while their workspaces were totally professional - organized, neat and tidy. Facility: Rental condos were exactly as described, stocked as promised and clean. FYI - Visitors in one unit (No 120) reportedly experienced a consistent humming from electrical systems adjacent. Also, the Internet was disrupted by the storm temporarily, but electricity and air conditioning were reliably constant. Washer/dryer units are available for no charge! During our stay, Hurricane Debby passed by, leaving about 17 inches of rain in one day with very gusty winds. Through the weather was dramatic, we never felt in danger. The building felt solid. Whew! We used the community gas grills, the shared PC, bought postcards, and generally enjoyed the same experience we've had over the years. Plenty of parking is available, and the activity center was refreshed where we played ping pong and reviewd books in the lending library. Site: The beach was substantially augmented with crushed shell/sand. It held up to the storm surge like nothing ever happened. Spectacular sunsets were a treat. We saw dolphins, pelicans, gulls, lots of wading birds including a rosette spoonbill! Entertainment: We loved the Tuesday evening one woman band. Beautiful versatile voice and musician - she had the kids, and some adults, up dancing at sunset. A magical treat! Value: For a family friendly, safe, clean on-the-beach experience- it was amazing! In summary - for the experience controlled/managed by the Limetree, the overall rating is a solid 5 (best). It's what we've come to expect after many years of visits. We hope they continue for our future generations. However - there were some non-controllable factors that downgraded our visitor experience. 1) Temporarily, construction noise from a new development. Swiveling tower cranes, clanging metal, banging, truck traffic immediately adjacent to the Limetree on the north side occurs during the day. We experienced noise from about 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This was not a surprise because Limetree staff informed us of the work. Yet we were grateful to be on the south side of the facility - a little further away. 2) Other people: We were surprised to hear late night (after closing) loud pool parties on several evenings. They stopped before midnight but still it was not expected. We were also disappointed to see people pitch camp (umbrellas, chairs, etc.) between our rented cabanas and the beach - which obstructed our water view. Apparently, there is a public beach strip between Limetree property and the waterline available to anyone. Thus, Limetree could not force them to move, yet, we are used to a Limetree community of kindness - not competition. Thus, the atmosphere at times seemed less friendly this trip. Like the uncontrollable weather, I don't allow these external issues affect the Limetree rating. We'll be back.

Private slice of Heaven. Great condos, neighbors, pool,…read morebeach, and sunsets. Relaxing place to recharge your batteries and experience laidback beachbum therapy.

Loved staying here. It is super basic, a bit old but clean and comfortable and all that we needed…read morefor a short stay at a beautiful beach. Great location on a beautiful ,quiet beach ..no crowds, no fighting for chairs , just very laid back and simple. We had two rooms with kitchenettes. One room was across the road from the other which was okay but we didn't realize that when reserving. No big deal really but worth letting others know to check when booking if its across the street.The price was amazing...please don't jack it up ! Eric and the staff were very friendly and accomodating. The little beach shop has some basic items and beverages which was great. We had a great time and we would definitely come back !!

We had a nice stay. Being 100% honest, it's far from a fancy place and rooms are a little beat up,…read moreshowers doesn't have a lot of water and there were some itens that could be updated/replaced... BUT you can't beat the convenience of being steps away from the beach, if that's what you're looking for, like we were. We will probably stay here again for that reason. We stayed at a very nice hotel, also by the beach, triple the price and the beach access had a gate, you have to go thru the dunes, etc. this place is literally at the beach.

For our anniversary we stayed at this charming bungalow with great character. It's brick pathways,…read morepool, quaint beach and a dock right on Heron Lagoon. We stayed in the Ringling bungalow with its own private deck with propane BBQ facing feet from the lagoon. They offered free beach towels, beach umbrellas and beach chairs for our use. The kitchen is equipment with the basic things we needed. The beautiful beaches, stores, restaurants were nearby. We had a very memorable stay and plan on booking next year's anniversary in this sweet escape. We highly recommend this quiet, peaceful getaway.

We loved our stay at Siesta Key Bungalows. It was very affordable, secluded, and quiet; yet being…read moreon the key itself was still only a few minutes from Siesta Key Beach. Our cottage was clean and cold when we arrived. We enjoyed the dock overlooking the lagoon as well as the pool during one of our lazy days when we weren't on the go. The kitchen was on the small side (one person at a time to fit comfortably cooking food or doing the dishes), and the bathroom lacked a fan; but these were very minor quibbles in the overall experience. We felt very comfortable and safe while we were going about our time there. We would definitely return and have already recommended it to friends!

This place has a prime location at siesta key ! The path to the beach is literally a direct walk…read moreacross the street, can't get much closer. We stayed in the suites and it was so nice to have the lounge chairs on the patio, I sat there each morning. The view across the street is a wildlife preserve so you can't see the sand but you also aren't looking at anyone else's hotel which was great. The place had everything we needed, toaster oven & stove burner & beach chairs. The best part of this place is their customer service ! The owners were so kind to us. Anything we needed they responded with a yes ! & when I got home and they found my prescription glasses they emailed me and sent them in the mail without me even asking ! It's perfect for a quick get away. They could use an upgraded bed but it wasn't terrible. We will be back.

Hands-down favorite place to stay on Siesta. Charming Old Florida cottages just half a block from…read morethe north end of the key. Simple, clean, cozy - plus hammocks and a hot tub!

As we pack up to leave on this beautiful Saturday morning, we reflect on what a relaxing,…read moredelightful time we have spent here! As others have noted in their reviews, Ken and Jeff are constantly working to keep up this lovely family resort. It is clean and landscaped beautifully, and the rooms are just right! With a sitting area in our two bedroom, we enjoyed the recliner and couch as we watched movies in the evening. In our full kitchen, we stocked the refrigerator from the local Publix and made our breakfast and lunch, which we packed for the beach. Many guests chose to grill out as we saw when we would load up to go to a local restaurant for dinner, but we preferred eating out! On our first night at Hurricane Hanks restaurant down the road, we met up with a resident who offered us more ideas for restaurants for dinner. There's nothing like walking right out onto the beach to spend a morning watching the waves, seeing dolphins frolic, observing osprey catching their breakfast, and swimming in the water among schools of fish. Many of the guests knew each other from yearly vacations, and we have already made our reservation for next year! Anna Maria Island is quiet and family friendly. White Sands Resort offers shuffleboard and corn hole right next to the pool, but the best show is the sunset. On our first night, we were surprised to see how many lined the beach to see God's beauty, of course clapping at the end! Thank you to Ken, Jeff, Joy, and Esther for a wonderful stay. We wish you the best in the coming year, and we look forward to seeing you again!

We've been coming to Ana Maria Island for 30 years always renting a different place every time…read moreanyway we stumbled upon White Sands Beach resort maybe two years ago and it was absolutely spectacular the rooms are just perfect the bedding is comfortable the white sand is blinding and the color of the water is absolutely spectacular. Most of the folks that go here come back year after year and I understand why. Nothing like a family owned business they were card and it shows. I will be back.

Stayed one night as a last minute decision as I got off of work substantially early. The price was…read moresuper cheap as well, because they were unlikely to rent the unit that night. One night in unit 101 which is an efficiency style unit, 260sq ft, was $252. The rental included self parking with my own dedicated spot, which was perfect because I was driving there. The office sent me a text and an email with check in instructions. The room was clean and well stocked. My only qualm was that the toilet barely flushed. It looked like it was going to overflow every time you flush is and the toilet paper would just linger in there until it decomposed. Yes, there was a plunger in there but I wasn't about to get to work on that toilet. Nope. Instead I planned to just toss the paper in the trash and find another place to go #2 if I had to. The fridge kept my drinks and snacks cool. I did not use the cooking stuff. I wanted to use the coffee maker but there were no filters (I brought my own coffee grounds). They had some pre packaged stuff, but I opted not to use it. There were some snacks with the coffee creamers etc but the date on the peanuts was May 2024 so I didn't bother looking at anything else. The towels were nice and soft. The water pressure was insane. The kitchen sink pretty much assaulted me when I turned it on. The shower and bathroom sink were just as powerful. Water temp was good. The room itself was very cool, had a NOISY but powerful AC. It clunked every time it reached temp and turned off. Wear ear plugs. Beach access was a short walk away, as well as a wonderful breakfast spot (toasted mango), awesome ice cream place (Jake's) and delicious deli (Anna's). I walked everywhere. There are nearby fancy restaurants and local bars and the marina isn't far at all. I walked there too. I'd say this place overall was great value and very safe. I appreciated the community pool and beach access. I had my own chairs and umbrella, so I did not rent. I would stay here again. This is a quieter side of the island compared to the village.

We only stayed one night but wow, how I wish it were 1,000! There is guaranteed parking, keyless…read moreentry and lots of amenities. The communication is on point too so we never felt lost. You are within walking distance of the beach. They offer beach chairs to borrow which is great because it saves you money for like alcohol and stuff. ;) We walked to get coffee at Captains Curt so yes, coffee and a 7-11 are super close! We can't wait to return next year!

We stayed at the Palmetto Marriot from June 8-12th. The Hotel, and amenities are beautiful, but…read morewhat really made our time there memorable was the staff. Every staff member is genuinely interested in helping you, and making you feel welcome. We loved lounging by the pool, the beach club is amazing! My wife said the spa was definitely a highlight for her. Great place, better people, don't miss it if you're in the area.

Review is for the rooftop restaurant. 3 of us went for espresso martini's. They were delish but…read morewhen we got the bill we were shocked. A bottle of still water was $15 & each martini was $19. Plus, you can't get Marriott points at this restaurant. The view was nice but we will not be going back for those extravagant prices in Palmetto!

Absolutely love this place. So chill. Right on the beach. Well cared for in a subtle, calm way…read more None of the insanity of a beach front mega hotel - you feel like you just happen to live on the beach. Perfect.

What an amazing place to stay!!! A family friendly place right on the beach! Beach was clean with…read morechairs and umbrellas, pool and hot tub that the kids loved as much as the beach! They even have a grill that you can cookout, which we did one night. Staff nice and accommodating. Bistro right across from the Mainsail was amazing and drink coupons provided to try it out! A must stay place in Florida!