Beach

Beaches are a community lot in The Sims 2, and The Sims 3, and also a lot assignment in The Sims 3.

The Sims
Beaches appeared in The Sims: Vacation and Sims could travel to Vacation Island to visit them.

The Sims 2
It wasn't until The Sims 2: Bon Voyage that the player was able to build their own beaches.

Beach lots must be placed adjacent to water.

Beach activities

 * Swim
 * Sunbathe
 * Comb for Seashells
 * Build a Sandcastle
 * Watch the Waves

Player tips

 * Sims can't drown in the water
 * Sunbathing long enough will give sims a tan for a few days
 * When Seasons is installed, Sims in the ocean can get struck by lightning

The Sims 3
Although beaches are available to visit in The Sims 3, Sims cannot swim, comb for seashells, build a sandcastle or watch the waves. They can only sunbathe on the loungers, play chess, fish, cook and eat food or make some drinks at a bar. Players can use the beach as party venue, and it is a good choice as beaches can be large and have plenty of refreshments and activities.

Beach lots attract Sims in a similar way to gym and pool lots. Beaches often feature grills and deck chairs.

As a lot assignment, beaches seem to do very little as of right now. They function much like parks

Old Pier Beach
Old Pier Beach is the only default beach lot in Sunset Valley, although there are two small parks that look like beaches.

Riverview beaches
There are no beaches in Riverview.