The Beach Castle Resort on Longboat Key is now offering three new vacation specials for winter! Rates on garden view units have been drastically reduced and you will receive 15% off when you book units 8 or 9 for 5 nights or more. We are also running a wedding special in conjunction with the Floating Chapel, the country’s most unique wedding experience. Book your Floating Chapel and Beach Castle accommodations...

TripAdvisor.com just named Anna Maria Island, Florida one of the top 10 most romantic destinations in the world! Ranked alongside notoriously romantic loactions, including Paris, Praque and Maui, our small beach town is now an up and coming hot spot for couples seeking a private, tanquil getaway or even a beach wedding. Picturesque sunsets, long walks on the white sand beaches, romantic waterfront restaurants...

The Lovelady family has taken advantage of the free weekend they won at the Beach Castle Resort and even booked an additional 4 nights! The family is looking forward to their summer vacation and plan on enjoying many of the activities Longboat Key has to offer: boating on the bay, fun days on our white sand beaches & eating some of the freshest seafood around! We are excited to welcome the Lovelady family...

We are thrilled when our guests have a great time at the Beach Castle and welcome any feedback they may have on their stay. Below are a few new reviews we have received from guests. Want to learn more about the Beach Castle? Go to www.BeachCastle.net to view our beachfront and bayfront units, our resort style amenities including pool & boat dock, and to make reservations!   “Lissy - Thank you for...

Southwest Florida is known not only for its white sand beaches, but also for miles of Gulf waters, calm bays and inland waterways to explore by power or sail boat. Boating is one of the most popular activities on our Island, allowing passengers to feel the wind in their hair as they glide through the crystalline waters of Longboat Key & Anna Maria Island.   One can expect many awe inspiring experiences...

The Lovelady Family is the lucky winner of a Free Weekend at the Beach Castle Resort. Jennifer filled out our entry form on line in August of this year for the drawing but unfortunately she did not leave a phone number so we had to notify her by email. She had completely forgotten about her entry when she was contacted on November 30th and did not respond as she did not believe she had actually won!!  After...

Reveive a discount of 10% off your stay at the Beach Castle Resort on Longboat Key when you book 7 nights or more. Offer valid Nov. 1, 2009 - Dec. 19, 2009. Mention promo code 1112. Now is the time to book your Florida getaway!

  Top Row L to R: Maureen Florio, Ellie Ellis, Suzanne Coons. Bottom Row L to R: Nicole Sacco, Lissy LaFlamme, Shannon Neill Ellie Ellis:  Ellie Ellis was born and raised in New England in the small town of Mystic, Ct which is home to the famous Mystic Seaport among many other coastal attractions. Ellie was employed by Ortronics Inc a manufacturing facility for over 30 years and traveled...

On yesterday’s Today Show, Barbara Corcoran, real estate correspondent for the Today Show told Al Roker in an interview that Sarasota, Florida is “one of the top 10 places to buy a home today!” Citing the area’s beautiful beaches, vast cultural and art opportunities, and big-city feel, Ms. Corcoran said prices have stabilized in Sarasota after a huge drop and are on the way back up. In fact,...

Sea shells are by far the most sought after treasure for the beachcomber and Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key offer an abundance of unique and beautiful shells.   Experienced beachcombers know to look for shells at low tide and after storms or unusually strong tides. All beaches have shells, but some of the best beaches in Florida for consistently productive shelling are located in southwest Florida, on...