The Sandcastle is a very cool spot! Just up the road within walking distance of Pohara Beach and lots of other great beaches within driving distance and a 10 min drive to Takaka. The place itself has a bit of a hippy commune vibe with cute little cottage dotted around the gardens and central pizza oven/ outdoor seating area. Steve’s outgoing friendly nature and offer of home cooked pizzas gives visitors the opportunity to gather together and meet new faces and he provides a lovely relaxed environment for children and dog lovers.
If you like pristine modern motel rooms this place is not for you, I would describe it as ‘rumpty’ and a bit of a refresh here and there I think may be in order, but it was clean, comfortable and has lots of character which I personally rate more highly than bland but immaculate!