Intimate Gulf-Front Living Behind the Longboat Key Club Gates
Regent Place combines the space and privacy of a large waterfront home with the convenience of full-service condominium living. The community consists of two towers at 655 and 675 Longboat Club Road, commonly identified as the South Tower and North Tower. Each contains only 18 residences, with two homes on each residential floor.
The original site plan positions the two towers on either side of the central amenity area, with the clubhouse, heated swimming pool, spa, landscaped grounds, and beach boardwalk extending toward the Gulf of Mexico. The Links on Longboat golf course lies across Longboat Club Road, giving the community both Gulf-front and golf-course surroundings.
This low-density arrangement gives every residence a substantial footprint, broad exterior exposure, and a quieter arrival experience than is typical in a larger Gulf-front building.
Regent Place appeals to buyers seeking a Gulf-front home with exceptional space, privacy, and service.
With only 36 residences and just two homes per residential floor, the community feels considerably more intimate than many luxury condominium buildings on Longboat Key. Private-entry elevators and separate service access reinforce that sense of privacy while supporting the practical needs of everyday ownership.
Both principal floor plans exceed 3,100 square feet of interior living space and include generous terraces on more than one side of the home. Residents also enjoy a carefully scaled collection of amenities, providing the comforts of a resort-style community without sacrificing the quiet residential atmosphere created by the limited number of homes.
Regent Place was developed in the mid-1990s during a period when Longboat Key's luxury condominium market increasingly emphasized larger residences, private access, on-site service, and extensive outdoor living.
Rather than constructing one large tower, the community was divided between two smaller buildings. Each tower contains only two residences on a typical floor, allowing the homes to occupy broad portions of the structure and benefit from multiple exposures and substantial terraces.
The community's site plan gave equal importance to the shared setting between the two towers. Together they frame a central beachfront landscape that includes the pool, spa, clubhouse, gardens, and beach access, creating a clear connection between the residences and the Gulf of Mexico.
Today, Regent Place remains one of Longboat Key's most private Gulf-front condominium communities.
Both principal layouts include private-entry elevators, separate guest or service elevators, multiple terraces, dedicated storage, formal and casual living spaces, and generous bedroom suites. Many homes have since been renovated or reconfigured, so original plans should be used as historical references rather than exact descriptions of every current residence.
Pets | A maximum of two qualifying pets is permitted per residence. Dogs are generally limited to 20 pounds, and pets must be capable of being carried through certain common areas. Pets must be leashed outside the residence. Lessees and guests may not bring pets. |
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Leasing | Leasing is highly restricted. Earlier rules referenced minimum 90-day leases and no more than two leases during a 12-month period, while later provisions restrict leasing rights for certain owners who acquired after May 1, 2023. Written confirmation should be obtained for the specific residence. |
Parking | Assigned enclosed garage parking is provided, with guest parking in designated exterior areas. |
Architectural Changes | Structural alterations, flooring, windows, doors, hurricane protection, and other material changes may require prior Association approval. |
Security | Regent Place is located behind the Longboat Key Club gates and maintains controlled guest, service, contractor, and building access. |
Beach and Pool | Residents and guests must follow published rules governing pool hours, beach use, furnishings, and access to recreational areas. |
Club Membership | Membership in the Longboat Key Club is separate from condominium ownership and subject to the Club's application process, availability, and current policies. |
Association rules may change over time. Buyers should verify all current policies and obtain written confirmation of leasing and pet rights before purchasing.
Regent Place consists of 36 condominium residences divided between two Gulf-front towers.
The South Tower is located at 655 Longboat Club Road, and the North Tower is located at 675 Longboat Club Road.
The community was completed in 1995.
The principal original plans range from approximately 3,139 to 3,564 square feet of living area. Including terraces, total areas range from approximately 3,684 to 4,297 square feet.
Each tower contains only two residences per residential floor, creating a private and low-density living environment.
The principal original layouts are Plan A and Plan B. Both provide three-bedroom configurations, three-and-a-half bathrooms, private elevator access, formal and casual living spaces, large terraces, private laundry rooms, and dedicated storage.
Residents enjoy a heated 25-meter beachfront pool, spa, clubhouse, social lounge, catering kitchen, fitness center, steam room, on-site management, enclosed parking, private storage, landscaped grounds, and direct private beach access.
Yes. The original plans include a private-entry elevator for each residence and a separate guest or service elevator serving the common landing.
Yes, subject to detailed Association restrictions. A maximum of two qualifying pets is permitted, and size and access limitations apply. Lessees and guests may not bring pets.
Leasing is highly restricted, and rights may differ among residences depending on acquisition date and grandfathered status. Prospective purchasers should obtain written confirmation from the Association before relying on any ability to lease.
No. Membership is separate from Regent Place ownership and subject to the Club's current application process, availability, fees, and policies.
We did not identify a public official community website. Current information, governing documents, and Association policies should be obtained directly from Regent Place Condominium Association and on-site management.
Every luxury condominium offers a different ownership experience. At Regent Place, buyers often compare tower location, Plan A or Plan B configuration, floor level, terrace orientation, Gulf and golf-course views, renovations, garage location, and leasing eligibility when evaluating the right residence. The distinctions between the two principal plans are meaningful. Plan A provides the larger interior and terrace areas, while Plan B offers a slightly more compact but still exceptionally spacious layout with flexible library or guest accommodations. Penthouse and modified residences may differ substantially from the standard plans. Leasing and pet rights also require careful review because current restrictions may depend on the specific residence, acquisition date, governing-document amendments, and Association approval. For more than four decades, Pettingell Professionals has helped buyers navigate Longboat Key's luxury condominium market. We understand the details that distinguish Regent Place's towers, floor plans, views, policies, and individual residences, helping our clients identify the home that best fits their lifestyle and long-term goals.
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