We visited as a 3 generation family and rented 2 units. There were activities for everyone within the resort as well as much to do and see in the greater community. We had a great time! There was so much to do at the resort, and we also explored the aqarium and museums in Sarasota. The local free bus allowed various family members to do their own thing if they didn't want to join the crowd. A terrific value!

We stayed at Sand Cay during Labor Day weekend. We had two condos rented for our evergrowing family! Condo 120 was perfect for our 90+ year old grandfather as it had all the handicap amenities to meet his needs. Condo 303 had amazing views from every angle and it accomodated our 6 month baby, a 3 year old and a 5 year old and their parents perfectly. It even had a high chair and a pack n play for our convenience. We couldn't have asked for a better place to have the family all together.
Both condos had all the extras that one never thinks of, such as beach umbrellas, chairs, noodles for the pool, coolers.
Each condo is set seperately so we never felt that the resort was to crowded or congested.
Having two condos to compare, we noticed one condo could benefit from some upgrading but since each of these condos are individually owned, we understood why all weren't the same. But both offered the same "extras". I think this might become our new family vacation getaway.

Sand Cay resort was an almost perfect getaway. We stayed a week with our two teenage girls in unit 312. The condo had nearly everything we needed, including beach umbrellas (with anchor which was very handy), cooler, cart to take everything to the beach, beach towels, drying rack for wet swimsuits. Nicely furnished and comfy. There were plenty of dishes and cooking supplies. We made use daily of the patio table for breakfast. The office staff was friendly and helpful. Free washer and dryer were handy. The girls enjoyed the free paddleboards, beach toys, movies, and popcorn. The area is beautiful. We enjoyed visiting some of the other beaches close by. Siesta Key is fantastic, but for quiet relaxation, Longboat was the best.
Very few complaints:
1. Nowhere on the island to buy groceries, as Publix was closed for remodeling (not the resorts fault of course). The one in Sarasota is quite nice.
2. It made no sense that the office staff could not check the condo before our arrival to check what items were supplied already. We purchased some things on our way from the airport unnecessarily that we ended up leaving there.
3. Of things that are supplied, I think they should take the length of booking into account. We stayed 7 nights and had to buy dishwasher soap, had to wash the 2 dish towels twice. It would be nice if some very basic items such as coffee filters, salt/pepper, etc. were there.

Overall, we enjoyed our visit to Sand Cay very much, and would recommend it to anyone.

Located mid island on LBK with beautiful beaches. If you love to sun, walk, enjoy great food options and shop - LBK / Sarasota is the perfect choice. On the beach and right next to the Hilton Hotel, location can not be better. The service is excellent and the time away is refreshing.