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| Located on a Gulf Coast barrier island, but only a few
minutes from Sarasota, with dramatic views of the Gulf, lagoon, or extensive
golf course fairways. |
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| Club Suites, one- and two-bedroom suites, and Deluxe
two-bedroom suites offering expansive living areas, fully equipped kitchens,
washer/dryer, large dressing rooms, and private balconies. |
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| Dining options include: Sands Point, which is open daily
for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serves continental cuisine with a
panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico. |
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| Activities include: 45 holes of championship golf on two
courses, two, well-stocked proshops, a golf school for golfers of all levels,
putting green, and a driving range. |
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| A complete workout facility, the 4000 sq. ft. Fitness
Centre, features weight training and cardiovascular equipment, plus
instructor-led fitness classes. The Centre is equipped with stairclimbers,
stationary and recumbent bikes, treadmills, rowers, Body Master weight
stations, and free-weights. And for those in search of post-workout relaxation
and rejuvenation, there are two, richly appointed massage therapy areas staffed
by therapists trained in neuromuscular, Swedish, and sports massage techniques.
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| Additional activities include: a relaxing nap in the calm
ocean water, a 9.5 mile bicycle/jogging path, and deep-sea fishing. |
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| With 500 feet of secluded white-sand beach on the Gulf of
Mexico, the resort offers a variety of watersports, including sailing, kayaks,
rafts, beachcombing, swimming, windsurfing, and deep-sea fishing. |
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301 Gulf of Mexico Drive
Longboat Key, Florida
Reservations: 904-288-0036
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| Contemporary and upscale, this 410-acre resort features 233
guest units in 4- to 10-story modern structures. Guestrooms feature single king
bed or twin beds, dressing area, icemaker/refrigerator and private balcony.
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| Other amenities include complimentary daily coffee,
complimentary daily newspaper, and twice daily housekeeping with nightly
turndown service. |
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| Barefoots Bar and Grill for poolside dining. Spike 'N Tees
overlooking the golf course for breakfast and lunch. The Grill at Harbourside
for a casual breakfast, lunch, or dinner, country club style. Room service in
the privacy of your suite is also an option from 7:00am to midnight. |
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| The Resort, rated one of the top fifty tennis resorts, has
one of the largest tennis facilities on Florida's West Coast. There are 38
Har-Tru courts with six courts lighted for night play, tennis pros for lessons,
pro shops, and special children's programs. |
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| The Resort's Kid's Klub, for children ages five through
twelve, are professionally supervised programs offered Monday through Saturday,
from President's Day through Labor Day. The Full-day program features fun field
trips to local attractions, arts and crafts, outdoor games, water sports, and
lunch. The price is $25 per child, per day and includes admission to Sarasota
attractions and lunch. All staff counselors are certified in first aid and
swimming instruction, and are trained in child development and training
techniques. |
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| The large swimming pool, with a separate lap lane,
overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. A ten-person jacuzzi is adjacent to the main
pool. |
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| After a day of activities, a hammock on the beach or a
visit to the resort's library complete with newspapers, best sellers, classics,
board games, and cards is the perfect way to end the day. Or perhaps a visit to
the museums, fine restaurants, and other attractions in nearby Sarasota. |
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