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Escape the Ordinary at Longboat Key Club

Activities near Sarasota for every interest and age group

There’s no shortage of adventure and wonder at the Resort at Longboat Key Club. Our secluded barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico offers ample opportunity to explore 410 acres of beachfront, wild water activities, majestic golf courses, award-winning tennis, and our relaxing pool space. Everything you could ever dream is within arm’s reach — and if you’re ready to explore further, the charms, culinary offerings, and upscale shopping of downtown Sarasota is just a few short minutes away. Relax and let the warm Gulf breezes take you on the adventure of a lifetime.

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Tennis & Pickleball

Immerse yourself in our tennis oasis, featuring over 20 exquisite courts. To elevate your skills and take your game to new heights, we offer private lessons for both tennis and pickleball. Our expert instructors are available daily for one-on-one sessions, ensuring personalized attention and tailored guidance to enhance your technique and strategy. Pickleball lessons are offered on availability during weekdays.

Golf

Our golf courses are regularly rated as some of the top courses in the country, and one look at our lush rolling hills makes it easy to see why. Take on 45 challenging holes at Harbourside Golf Course and Links of Longboat, where you’ll have sweeping views of the bay and Gulf of Mexico between swings. After you play, hit up Spike ‘N Tees for cocktails and lunch. Stop by our two driving ranges and Pro Shops to sharpen your skills and stock up on gear.

Pool

Long, luxurious days spent lounging by the pool await. Overlooking the turquoise waters of the Gulf, the outdoor pool at the Resort at Longboat Key Club offers an idyllic place to enjoy a refreshing swim at any time of year, doze under the shade of an oversized umbrella with a beach read in hand, or make a joyful splash with your little ones for a day filled with family memories.

Beach

Wander Longboat Key Club’s pristine white sand beach as the warm Gulf waters lap along the shore. Stroll on a search for sand dollars, play beach volleyball, or rent a raft, kayak, or paddle board. The resort offers beach boot camp classes, waterfront yoga, and qigong. If you’d rather relax, kick back with private cabanas, beach umbrellas, and comfortable chairs to make your afternoon on the shore complete. Refuel with food and beverage service from Banyan Poolside, our delicious pool deck bar and restaurant. Casual, friendly service is a hallmark of Banyan’s ambiance.

Marina

Whether you’re setting sail or simply looking to wander along the waterfront, Longboat Key Club Moorings offers beautiful views of classic vessels and 291 top-notch slips for owners and captains. The largest resort marina on the west coast of Florida, Longboat Key Club Moorings is also home to Portofino Ristorante & Bar, our elegant Northern Italian restaurant with spectacular harbor views.

Fitness Center

Our fully-equipped fitness center includes personalized programs to maintain your usual routine or the tools you need to launch a brand new wellness journey. The fitness center includes cardio machines, strength training equipment, free weights, personal training, one-on-one stretching sessions, professional body composition analysis, and private yoga, Pilates, and tai chi sessions. Group fitness classes are also available in a wide range of disciplines and skill levels. Selected options include water aerobics, yoga, Spinning, Zumba, and more.

Spa

Our luxe Sarasota spa is a tropical haven devoted to enriching your wellness experience. With 9 treatment rooms and two additional relaxation rooms, our welcoming spa staff is ready to melt your stress away. A menu of island-inspired treatments is designed to help soothe your soul and body with a luxe and exclusive experience. Our healing experts will help customize each offering to your individual needs and goals.

Activities

Longboat Key is a tranquil escape with plenty of activities to enjoy, and the greater Sarasota area offers an even wider array of sun and fun to explore. Try out some of our favorite local activities to make the most of your trip.

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St. Armands Circle

St. Armands Circle in downtown Sarasota is home to a colorful array of galleries, restaurants, and upscale boutiques you won’t find anywhere else.

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Kayaking

Explore the beautiful waters of the Sarasota area by kayak on a private boating tour, or step things up on a stand up paddleboard.

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Baseball Spring Training

Watch major league baseball teams play their spring training games! Spot four teams playing within an hour of the resort, including the Baltimore Orioles and the Atlanta Braves.

Fishing

Cast a line and take in the relaxed pace of the Gulf Coast in Sarasota Fishing Charters. Sarasota is home to some of the finest fishing in the country, so for avid anglers, it simply can’t be missed.

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Outdoor Exploration

Have a family-friendly wildlife adventure at Sarasota Jungle Gardens or the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, where kids and adults alike can learn about conservation and get to know Sarasota’s wildest residents.

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Arts

Enjoy a transporting performance by the Sarasota Opera or Sarasota Orchestra, which attract world class artists and musicians each season.

Aerial view of the marina with boats at Longboat Key Club

Sunset Cruises

Watch the sun descend over the Gulf on a sunset cruise with LeBarge Tropical Cruises, or Key Sailing Charters.

Resort Fitness Classes

Keep up with your workouts over the holidays with our fitness classes!

Click here to see our Fitness Schedule.

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An Ideal Day Spent at The Resort at Longboat Key Club

With 410 acres of lush lawns and pristine beachfront, 45 holes of golf, several restaurants, a spa, and Tennis Gardens, The Resort at Longboat Key Club, located on a barrier island of the same name just outside of Sarasota proper, offers visitors a vacation without the need to venture far and wide.

Experiences

Activities near Sarasota for every interest and age group

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 500 acres of world class amenities

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Perched on an exclusive barrier island with over 400 acres of pristine beach

Activities

St. Armands Circle

Kayaking

Baseball Spring Training

Fishing

Outdoor Exploration

Arts

Sunset Cruises

Resort Fitness Classes

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