Sandcastles 1770
Sandcastles1770 is perfectly situated in the town of Agnes Water, with direct beach access, a short stroll from shops and cafes plus an onsite, fully licensed restaurant for evening dining making us a perfect getaway destination.
Take a tour on the Iconic LARC1770; snorkel the Great Barrier Reef while you visit the stunning Lady Musgrave Island or Lady Elliot Island. Surf at Agnes, kayak at 1770, watch the sunrise and sunset over the ocean, take a walk along various trails or just relax – you are on Agnes Time!
Our resort has 2 Tesla Car Charging Stations that are free to use for our guests.
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Explore Our Region

22-24 May 2026 – 1770 Festival 2026
Stay at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort! Looking for the best place to stay for the 1770 Festival 2026? Book your accommodation at Sandcastles 1770

20-22 February 2026 – Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival
Get ready for three days of incredible live music, coastal vibes, and community spirit at the Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival! From 20–22 February

Three Long Weekends in a Row at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort
Looking to maximise your time off in 2025? With three long weekends in a row coming up, there’s no better time to escape to Sandcastles

April School Holidays – SAVE up to 35% at Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort
With the April school holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to plan your family escape to Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

1770 Festival 23 to 25 MAY 2025
Every May, locals and visitors reflect on Cook’s legacy of exploration; his incredible cartography skills and documented observations of Country and First Peoples. Traditional custodians,

THE GREAT EIGHT
HAVE YOU HEARD OF THE GREAT EIGHT? The Great Eight are the Great Barrier Reef’s living icons. The creatures that top everyone’s Great Barrier Reef
Beach Home Apartments
The Beach Home Apartments are in the gated area of the resort.
The apartments are Balinese inspired and architecturally designed to capture the southerly ocean breezes and sounds.
Complimentary starter provisions supplied include tea, coffee, milk, sugar and toiletries.
Choose from our Beach Home holiday options:
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Beach House Apartments
or
Garden Villas
The Garden Villa Apartments are spacious apartments located in the Garden Villa section of the resort amongst the tropical palms. The 1 or 2 bedroom apartments have a spacious lounge & dining area with kitchen, also includes a balcony or patio with BBQ.
Garden Villa Studios are perfect for the short stay, tea & coffee facilities only and convenient car parking at the front of unit.
Complimentary starter provisions supplied include tea, coffee, milk, sugar and toiletries.
- 1 Bedroom Garden Villa Apartments
- 2 Bedroom Garden Villa Apartments
- Garden Villa Executive Studio
- Garden Villa Budget Studio
Studios and Motel rooms
Budget Studios and Motel Rooms are perfect for the traveller who is on a budget, suitable for the 1 or 2 night stays. Comfortable rooms with Tea & Coffee facilities.
The Standard & Family Studios are perfect for the short stay that gives you the option of cooking facilities. Larger rooms than the Budget Studios, they also include sitting and dining areas.
Complimentary starter provisions supplied include tea, coffee, milk, sugar and toiletries.
• Motel Rooms
• Executive Studio with Balcony
• Family Studio
• Budget Studio












































