Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort is centrally located within a 5-minute walk from main shopping centers and it has direct beach access to the main patrolled surf beach in Agnes Water. Set in lush tropical gardens, there are plenty of areas for the kids to run around or ride their bikes in safety. There are 2 resort pools, 1 for the use of Beach Homes guests, which features a heated spa and Balinese Huts with BBQs. The other large Sandcastles resort pool is for the Garden Villas, Studios and Motel guests. It also has BBQ and outdoor settings. The garden villas and beach homes are self-contained, with fully equipped kitchens. Motels rooms offer a kitchenette with a bar fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Only garden villas and motel rooms are air-conditioned. The beach homes feature louvers and large sliding doors to allow the sea breeze to flow through. All rooms are fitted with ceiling fans. There are a range of activities that can be enjoyed in the surrounding areas including Great Barrier Reef Cruises, surf lessons, tours, golf, lawn bowls, standup-paddle boarding and kite-surfing. Free WiFi is available throughout the resort. The property offers free parking. Gladstone Airport is located 65 mi from Sandcastles 1770 Motel and Resort and Bundaberg airport is 78 mi. Guests can enjoy a meal at the Drift & Wood Bar & Bistro Restaurant, which specializes in Australian and international cuisines