My husband and I loved it here. Our villa had a loft bedroom overlooking the living room and another bedroom on the main level. Also, on the main level the jacuzzi looked out onto the screened in porch and a little lake. Free Wifi was available in the recreation building along with a small room of exercise equipment. Several other guests were enjoying the indoor pool. Two computers are available for half hour sessions, but it's better to bring your own. The Hurricane bar serves delicious drinks and we especially enjoyed our New Year's Eve meal here: stuffed shrimp appetizer and prime rib accompanied by a perfect risotto. Our compliments to the chef! A side trip into New Bern to visit Tryon Palace is well worth it; the ticket is good for two days so you don't have to rush through the three houses, palace, blacksmith shop, grounds and welcome center in one day. We particularly enjoyed our visit with two ladies at the Hay House who invited us to sit and chat with them and never once slipped out of character while we sat in their parlour in front of a warm wood stove! The grounds even had blooming plants in December and a wonderful kitchen garden. The Cow Cafe serves delicious milkshakes. Java Cafe has the best hot cocoa I've ever tasted with marshmallows and whipped cream topped with a drizzle of hot fudge sauce and it's made with Ghiardelli chocolate! We highly recommend lunch at Morgan's. We'll definitely be back to New Bern and Sandcastle Cove!

My husband and I spent Memorial Day Weekend at this resort - Unit 5062. We brought his parents, and there was ample room for all of us. The condo is on the 2nd story (3d story loft - bedroom w/private bath). It was difficult for his father, who was disabled, to climb up and down the steps, but that was the only negative.

The condo was beautifully decorated in mauves, blues, and pinks. Since the condo was on the 2nd story, it was like being in a tree house. There was a screened in deck w/dining table and an open deck. Lots of windows. The best thing about the condo was the hot tub just off the screened in deck. It was big and sooooo relaxing. There was a nice trail around the lake b/h our condo. There were several docks on the lake. We spent some time on the dock and found a plethora of wildlife, e.g., fish, turtles, ducks (mama and baby ducklings) and canadian geese. The condo was stocked w/all the little things you generally forget, like laundry detergent - there's a stacked washer and dryer off the master bathroom, dish soap, garbage bags. Also, there were 2 bicycles provided in the storage unit off the carport. It was nice being able to ride around the resort area. There's a marina and a restaurant on site. Hamburgers, wings, beer, wine....a solo guitarist played on weekends, which provided a nice ambiance.

My husband used the gym every day. It was adequate, but nothing spectacular. The pool's nice too, but too many kids. Plus, I never saw the kids leave to go to the restroom.

The location was perfect for a base to explore surrounding areas - we visited Beaufort - about 35-45 minute drive. We had lunch on the pier and took a Dolphin Watch boat tour - we saw lots of dolphins. It was spectacular.

I would recommend this resort for folks who just want to relax or want a convenient base from which to explore the surrounding areas.

We spent a week at Sandcastle Cove in New Bern at the end of June and enjoyed it very much. The accommodations were very good and clean with all the amenities to include a lovely whirlpool/hot tub in it's own separate room. There were two balconies, one enclosed and one open. The only thing that would have made it better would have been a few less steps - as my husband and I are physically challenged. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a peaceful and quite vacation.