Luxury Zen Getaway
Private beaches, steam showers, and total calm — all within a short drive from St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
The Spa Experience
Your steam showers, hydrotherapy, and private wellness — this is the centerpiece of the trip.
The St. Regis Longboat Key — Spa Suite
📞 Call to book: +1 941-231-1000
Where to Stay — Actually On the Beach
These are not "near the beach" — you walk out the door and your feet are in sand. Private, quiet, high quality.
Luxurious Beachfront House — Longboat Key
Beachfront Luxury — Siesta Key
Zilli Villa — Longboat Key
Sandy Bottoms Beach House
Search "Sandy Bottoms Beach House" on Airbnb for the direct listing
Quick Comparison
| Feature | VRBO Longboat | VRBO Siesta Key | Zilli Villa | Sandy Bottoms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On the sand | ✓ Direct | ✓ Private beach | ✓ Direct | ✓ Trail to sand |
| Private pool | — | ✓ | Shared (4 units) | ✓ Heated |
| Bedrooms | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 kings |
| Size | 3,000 sq ft | 5,000 sq ft | 2,000 sq ft | ~2,200 sq ft |
| Crowd level | Very quiet | Private | Very quiet | Very quiet |
| Drive from St. Armands | ~10 min | ~25 min | ~12 min | ~10 min |
| Rating | 9.6/10 | 10/10 | 5.0/5 | New |
| Best for | Groups / families | Ultimate luxury | Couples retreat | Modern + intimate |
Your Dream Day Itinerary
Here's how to combine the best of everything into one unforgettable day or overnight.
Option A — The Perfect Day Trip
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Arrive at St. Regis Spa
Check in to your private Spa Suite. Begin with the hydrotherapy circuit — eucalyptus steam room, Finnish sauna, snow shower, cold plunge, sensorial showers. Take your time in the vitality pool overlooking the Gulf.
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Private Spa Suite Treatments
Your Spa Host brings your customized treatments to you — massage, facial, body scrub. Everything happens in your private suite with the hot tub and steam showers at your disposal between treatments.
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Lunch at the St. Regis
Dine at Aura (casual beachside) or Riva (sushi with sunset views). Soak in the private beach or lazy river before heading out.
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Drive to Your Beach House
10-15 minutes to your Longboat Key rental. Settle in, open the sliding doors, feel the Gulf breeze. Walk the empty beach. Total quiet.
PM
Sunset on Your Private Beach
Longboat Key sunsets are legendary. Watch it from your lanai or the sand with a glass of wine. No crowds. Just the Gulf.
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Dinner at St. Armands Circle
A 10-minute drive. Try Cha Cha Coconuts for lively waterfront dining or Café L'Europe for upscale European cuisine in a quiet, elegant setting.