Relaxation awaits in this pristine Gulf Coast location. Cape Cod stylecottages come complete with a fireplace and 4 poster bed. Longboat Key'squintessential beach vibes can be found here-complete with a tiki hut,straw roofs and brick paved walkways. Family friendly game room offeringa pool table and ping pong. BBQ grills, bicycles, boat dock, fishing, andplayground. This resort offers fun for everyone with total relaxation atthe heart of your vacation. This Charming Cottage offers a king-sized4-poster bed in the bedroom with a private ensuite. One queen-sized bedin the guest bedroom, and a queen pullout sofa in the living roomprovides plenty of space to rest. A second hallway bath is shared withthe common areas. A galley kitchen offers full sized appliances for yourcooking needs. Make a great cup of coffee to enjoy on your patio in themorning as you listen to the sounds of relaxation. Little Gull ( is asmall resort located 1 hour south of Tampa Florida on a key. This resorthas access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The beach is onlyaccessible by the local resorts so it seems private. Unit 2 is a twobedroom ocean front condo available for rent during week 10 of the year(Saturday to Saturday). This complex has condo units with full kitchensand a Publix grocery 3 miles away. Gas grills are available by the pooland the beach. Bikes, towels and umbrellas are provided. There is a clubhouse that can be used for larger gatherings. Additional Laundry isavailable on site at no additional cost. There is a small shopping areawithin a block that includes an ice cream parlor, clothing shops,consignment shop and several restaurants. St. Armands Circle and MoteMarine Laboratory & Aquarium ( is 5 miles away. A trolly travels thelength of the key for a small fee.The property will take a refundable$250 security hold at time of check in.
70% of
timeshares are
2+ bedroom units
with an avg. of 1,160 sqft
Private Rooms
2
Price
$23000.00
Annual Dues
$850.00
Total Cost : $19,557.00
Total Savings : $19,557.00
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HOTEL
The avg.
hotel room is 325 sqft
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TIMESHARE
70% of
timeshares are
2+ bedroom units
with an avg. of 1,160 sqft
More information on our formula...
Hotels usually sleep 2 adults per room, whereas the average timeshare units offer multiple private bedrooms, sleeper sofas and sometimes even bunk beds - adding value not calculated here. Timeshare properties are condo style units that contain all of the comforts of home... and then some!
Hotel total cost includes a 10% hotel tax whereas the average U.S. hotel tax is currently around 13.4%.
Timeshare total cost includes an increase in maintenance dues each year of 3%, as well as an estimated $1,000 in closing and transfer costs. These are estimated and will vary by state, county and resort.
Total savings does not take into consideration the added benefit of a timeshare unit having a spacious living room, washer and dryer, dining room and full kitchen, all of which add value and potential savings when you have the option to do your own laundry and enjoy a home cooked meal instead of dining out.