The Sandcastle — Attraction in Kiawah Island

Really neat place with a lot of amenities, clean facilities, and a very nice staff.

It's available to only the homeowners and their guests - be aware of those policies and where you fall in terms of what you can access, and what you can't.

My main qualm is that as a direct relative (son) of a homeowner (a member of KICA) that is living full time on said property; I don't get the access and priveledges that I did a year ago. But if that's the policy, than that's the policy!

The average age of people who use the exercise facilities tend to be those who have retired already, but it's certainly welcoming to adults of all ages. There are fitness classes that look like they are aimed more so at said age group, but I can't comment on those - I imagine they're great to go to and are a wonderful way to meet residents on the island.

All in all, take advantage of the Sandcastle's offering if you they are...

New infinity pool is pretty to sit and look at, BUT FREEZING. Staff are serious about their jobs to the point of being rude. Staying we with a home owner they don't keep record of who can have access, almost wouldn't let us in. None of the outside food or drink bars were open. With the expectations the staff have of guests you would think they would at least have a heated pool. We decided to just stay on the beach the rest of our time, since the...

For families staying in the nearby villas, The Sandcastle is a beautiful area for portrait sessions such as families, high-school seniors, engagement photos on Kiawah Island. There are tons of great backdrops offering a wide variety of images. The beach and access points are also really picturesque. As a full-time professional photographer, I highly...