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 2
Beaches appeared in The Sims: Vacation and Sims could travel to Vacation Island to visit them, but 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. Beacess 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

Sunset Valley beaches
There are two small coves in Sunset Valley as well as the main beach, but these are rarely visited.

Beach is a beach in Sunset Valley.

Beach is a beach in Sunset Valley.

Beach is a beach in Sunset Valley.

Riverview beaches
There are no beaches in Riverview.