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    The Gulf Sands

    4.1 (7 reviews)
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    Awesome motel! Very cute, nicely decorated rooms, beachy feel. Laid back and the best part is you're steps from a beautiful beach and stunning sunset! There is a cute little gazebo where you can sit and watch the sunsets. Each room has a barbecue and there is also shuffle board. The town has some great restaurants and you are just a short trip to Siesta Key and Venice where you will find more great restaurants and shopping. I highly recommend this hidden gem if you are looking to kick back and relax!

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    Incredible location- a truly great spot for a group getaway with family and friends. Staff is very accommodating and easy going

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    The Beachcomber - Patio Table

    The Beachcomber

    5.0(5 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    We went for a Skim boarding competition. The location is amazing and you can easily walk to the…read morebeach, a mile away from Publix and restaurants. The owner Tekla welcomed us as we exited our vehicle. We felt like we were staying in a friends home rather than a hotel. It was impeccably clean and decorated, we stayed in the Big House and it is remodeled and has everything you need for your stay. Upon our exit Tekla and her husband were so kind to my children and bid us farewell. We cannot say enough about this amazing property and the lovely owners. We cannot wait to return.

    My wife and I were fortunate to get three nights on short notice at this gem, close to the unit…read morewhere our friends have been coming back for a few years. This family-run business has three different properties on both sides of Casey Key Road. Our unit in the Old Florida section was steps to the beach on the Gulf and our friends' unit was in the Dockside Villas on the Intercoastal Inlet. There is also a New section a few door down on the beach. The units are perfectly appointed in every detail. Some examples of the details include small flashlights on the key rings, lights over the barbecue grill and recycle/trash barrels, handmade soap at the sinks and every kitchen tool we might need. Our Old Florida unit is the smallest, a studio with a kitchen yet it had a beautifully painted mural on the length of the unit, a couch and a very cool honeymoon table for two (the chairs nestled in under the table to save space). Every convenience was provided in the kitchen and the bathroom sink had a grass skirt! The owners are delightful and very knowledgeable about the local restaurants and sights. Their office has a small gift nook with items made by local crafts people.

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    Banyan House - Courtyard with water feature, koi pond, heated pool, banana palms, seating.

    Banyan House

    4.7(11 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    From the moment we walked in until we left everything was perfect…read more The restaurant is in tuned to making your experience wonderful. We had reservations and were seated promptly. Lemon with water was presented to us right away. From that point on we were well cared for. The food was excellent. The plate presentation was gorgeous and the food well prepared. All four of the meals that were ordered were out of this world.

    Cute restaurant. Loved the decor. Quiet quaint location. The front of house greeter was just the…read moresweetest, smiling at us through the window as we approached the entrance. So welcoming! We were quickly lead to a table way in the back but facing a glass window allowing us a nice view of the lake. Our waitress was not the best....drinks took a bit to arrive, bread was provided halfway through drinks, right before our food arrived, and we felt kind of rushed. My husband was really bothered by the smell of fish. It wasn't the pleasant smell of a nice fish dish cooking, more like the smell of raw fish in a fish shop. I noticed it but it didn't get to me like it affected him. The food was good, but nothing memorable. There isn't a lot of Gluten Free options. I never hold that against any restaurant just thought I'd mention it for us unfortunate folks that can't have Gluten. If we happened to be in the area we'd probably go back for drinks and apps at the bar but would make a special trip.

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    Banyan House - Sofa area into breakfast nook and kitchen. View of private terrace.

    Sofa area into breakfast nook and kitchen. View of private terrace.

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    On The Beach Casey Key - The south-facing rooms.

    On The Beach Casey Key

    3.6(14 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    The place is now called Casey Key Resorts - Beachfront…read more I feel very blessed to have this place for my first trip to Florida with my wife. It is at the quiet end of the beach, the room was great, it was quiet and the other guests were friends. There are two good places to eat close by. I look forward to returning.

    An excellent beachfront getaway…read more On The Beach is literally on the beach. The small cottage-style rooms are within 200 feet of the ocean, but secluded behind palm trees, so neighboring properties do not distract. The rooms themselves are very clean and modern. Simple, but just right. Every room has a fridge, microwave and "kitchen" sink, so it's accommodating for an extended stay. Just note that the fridge is small, so groceries will need to be limited. The bed was very comfortable with tons of pillows. The walk-in shower looked like it was brand new. Plenty of hot water and water pressure to clean off after a day on the beach. To get to the beach, you walk down a short trail that's surrounded by bushes and flowers. The sand is a mixture of white sand and shells. Lounge chairs are provided, in addition to beach towels. If you want a larger, busier beach, take a short walk south and you'll end up at Nokomis Beach. Walk north and you can go for miles without seeing many people at all. That is also a great route if you are looking to collect shells. After your beach day is over, there is a small outdoor shower by the property to rinse off. Each room also has a couple of chairs outside, so you can air dry, if you prefer, before going back inside. The staff (housekeeping and management) have relatively short hours, so you may need to contact the parent property (Bentley Boutique Hotel) to check-in, or if you need other assistance outside of 10:30-5. In terms of a value, find a deal through a 3rd party booker or take advantage of an On The Beach special - either way, I doubt you will be able to find a better beach stay for such an affordable price. The area itself is relatively quiet, but there are a few restaurants within 5-10 minutes. If you need heavier shopping, head north about 20 minutes to hit the city area. Siesta Key is also just over 30 minutes away, depending on traffic. I highly recommend On The Beach and I'll be back the next time I want a beach getaway!

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    On The Beach Casey Key - Love how colorful this place is. Very pretty:)

    Love how colorful this place is. Very pretty:)

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