Mar Vista Grande

Aerial view of Mar Vista Grande on the oceanfront in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Blue Haven vs Sandy Pants at Mar Vista Grande

Comparing Blue Haven vs Sandy Pants for Your Stay

Blue Haven vs Sandy Pants at Mar Vista Grande

What Is the Difference Between Blue Haven and Sandy Pants?

The two condos are nearly identical inside. Both are 3-bedroom, 3-bath oceanfront units that sleep 10, with the same Winter 2023 updates and the same resort amenities. The real differences are the floor they sit on, the view, and when each one is available to book.

So if you are weighing the two condos, the short answer is that you cannot go wrong. Here is what they share and where they part ways, so you can match a condo to your trip.

What Blue Haven and Sandy Pants Share What Blue Haven and Sandy Pants Share 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 5 beds, sleeps 10 Winter 2023 updates: granite and stainless steel Smart TVs and high-speed WiFi throughout Full kitchen, washer, and dryer Expansive direct oceanfront balcony

What the Two Condos Share

Step inside either unit and you will find the same layout and the same level of finish. Both are 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condos with 5 beds that sleep up to 10 guests. Both were refreshed in Winter 2023 with renovated cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, wood-look tile, crown molding, and nine-foot ceilings. Each master bath has a granite vanity, an oversized glass shower, and a jetted tub.

The extras match too. You get a 65-inch smart TV in the living room, a 50-inch smart TV in the master, more smart TVs in the guest rooms, and high-speed WiFi throughout. Each condo has a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, air conditioning, and an expansive oceanfront balcony. Check-in, check-out, and the cancellation policy are the same for both.

Where the Two Condos Differ

The differences are small but real. Blue Haven sits high on the 12th floor, which gives you a longer sightline up and down the coast. Sandy Pants is a 5th floor Club Level unit, closer to the ground for a quicker trip to the pool deck and the sand. Sandy Pants also adds a cozy fireplace for cooler evenings. The last difference is timing, which the next sections cover.

How the Two Condos Differ How the Two Condos Differ Blue Haven Sandy Pants 12th floor, higher up Wider, longer coastal view Primary, year-round rental 5th floor Club Level Closer to pool and sand Cozy fireplace Peak and shoulder season

Choose Blue Haven If You Want Height

Blue Haven is the better pick if you want to be up high. From the 12th floor, the ocean stretches farther and the view feels wide open. It is also the primary, year-round rental, so it is the one to ask about for off-season weeks and longer winter stays. Take a closer look at the blue haven oceanfront condo to see the layout in full.

Choose Sandy Pants If You Want to Be Close

Sandy Pants is the better pick if you like being closer to the action. The 5th floor Club Level spot means a short elevator ride down to the pool, the lazy river, and the beach. The cozy fireplace is a nice touch on cooler nights, and the unit opens for peak and shoulder season. See the sandy pants oceanfront condo for the full set of photos.

Either Way, You Get the Same Resort

Whichever condo you choose, you get full access to the same resort: the indoor and outdoor pools, the lazy river, hot tubs, the gym, and the spa. If amenities are your deciding factor, they are the same for both units, so the choice really comes back to floor, view, and dates. For more detail, see the mar vista grande amenities guide and the building details and policies.

Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Haven and Sandy Pants

Are Blue Haven and Sandy Pants the Same Size?

Yes. Both are 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condos with 5 beds, and each sleeps up to 10 guests. The layouts and finishes are very close, since both were refreshed in Winter 2023.

What Floor Is Each Condo On?

Blue Haven is on the 12th floor, higher up for a longer coastal view. Sandy Pants is a 5th floor Club Level unit, closer to the pool deck and the sand. Both are direct oceanfront.

Which Condo Has the Better View?

Both look straight out at the Atlantic, so neither is a wrong choice. Blue Haven sits higher for a wider, longer sightline. Sandy Pants trades some height for a quicker trip downstairs.

Does Either Condo Have a Fireplace?

Sandy Pants features a cozy fireplace, which is a nice touch on cooler evenings. Blue Haven’s standout is its higher 12th floor perch. Otherwise the two units are closely matched.

Which Condo Is Better for Families?

Both work equally well for families. They are the same size, sleep the same number of guests, and share all of the resort amenities. Pick based on your dates and your preference for floor height.

Can I Book Either Condo Year-Round?

Blue Haven is the primary, year-round rental, so it is your best bet for off-season and winter dates. Sandy Pants opens for peak and shoulder season. You can check current dates on the sandy pants oceanfront condo page.

Do Both Condos Have the Same Amenities?

Yes. Guests in both Blue Haven and Sandy Pants get full access to the pools, lazy river, hot tubs, gym, and spa. For the complete list, see the mar vista grande amenities guide.

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