Naturally Playful Summertime Play Center

by Step 2

Product Features

• Picnic table bench seats four children
• Removable umbrella provides shade
• Holds up to 300 lbs of sand (not included)
• Includes 2 shovels, 2 pots, and 1 umbrella

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 54 x 54.5 inches ; 50 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 50 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000641DP6
• Item model number: 753100
• Our recommended age: 24 months - 5 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 24 months - 6 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #172,829 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sailors and land-lubbers alike will love this shaded sand and water combo! With a combination picnic table and sandbox/pool, this play center also sports a large umbrella for protection from the sun. The sandbox side includes a cover, and can be used as a pool if desired. (Includes built-in drain plug for water removal)

Product Description

Sailors and land-lubbers alike will love this shaded sand and water combo. This unique play center combines a sandbox/pool with a built-in picnic table and bench. Large umbrella provides protective, shaded play, or remove it for indoor or warm sun play (design and color may vary). Lid protects sand or water from weather and pets. Accommodates four children on the picnic bench, with two additional seats on sandbox sides to promote group play. Built-in drain plug allows for easy water removal and holds up to 300 pounds of sand (not included). Natural colors and realistic wood textures blend with today's residential landscaping and outdoor living areas. Popular umbrella style and colors add an element of lively fun. Coordinates with the other Naturally Playful products, sold separately. Accessories include: two shovels, two pots and one umbrella. Minimal adult assembly. Measures 13"H x 57"W x 70"D.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

119 of 119 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My one year old LOVES this toy, and so do I..., March 12, 2005

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Memphis Mom (Memphis, TN USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Naturally Playful Summertime Play Center (Toy)

I went to Toys R Us to buy the plain Naturally Playful sandbox because I wanted one large enough to fit 2 children it it at one time, and some of the other boxes just seemed too small. When I got to the store this item was on sale for just $20.00 more than the one I originally planned to purchase. I was a little concerned about the sandbox capacity since the dimensions for the sandbox portion were not specifically listed at the store, so a staff person let me go along into the stock room to get a peek inside the box to get a better idea. It looked close enough for me, and so for only an additional $20.00 I got not only a sandbox, but also a picnic table for 4 and a cute little umbrella to provide much needed shade. I also bought the 300 lbs of sand that Step 2 recommends for this product- expect to pay an additional $30.00 for sand (which is really nice coarse sand by the way) if you get it there.

You will need either a pick-up truck, a larger suv or van to take this item home. It fit sort of angled into the back of our chevy s-10, and all 6 of those bags of sand took up a little room as well. Don't plan to pick this up in your honda.

When we got it home it was very easy to get out of the truck (only 50 lbs) and out of the box as well. It went together in less than 10 minutes with a good drill to put the screws in- there are 10 of them and the holes are not pre-drilled, but it is pretty obvious where they are to go. We dumped in all six bags of sand, stuck the umbrella in the stand and in jumped my child.

He had no difficulty getting in or out of the sandbox and has PLENTY of room in there for himself as well as a friend. (The dimensons of that part are something close to 3ftx4ft in an oval). The table is a great height and it is easy for him to get seated because he can swing his legs right in from the sides and not have to climb over like some other tables. The little umbrella fits down into the hole nicely- but be warned, if you get a lot of gusty wind in your area you might want to figure out a way to secure it down a little better. The end has a sharp plastic point on it (like a beach umbrella) and we had a gust of around 30+ mph that pulled it out of the table and across the top of the sandbox- where my kid was playing! When not in use the umbrella will store under the lid in the sandbox with all the sand toys. The lid fits nice and snug and will keep the rain and kitty cats out of the sand, but we did put a bungee cord over it as well because of the wind in our area.

The product seems really durable, like all Step 2 merchandise. I should mention that it could also double as a swimming pool (it has a drain that can be plugged and unplugged) or large planter when the kids outgrow it.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars tons of fun, February 14, 2005

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Mary Johnson "Mary" (O'fallon, Il) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Naturally Playful Summertime Play Center (Toy)

This sand box is great! I wish I had bought it sooner!! My daughter is 2 and she would play in it all day if I let her!! It's very durable and easy to put together! I love the fact that it has a hard top lid to keep out animals.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Star Buy!, April 29, 2005

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A Reader (USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Naturally Playful Summertime Play Center (Toy)

We are so happy with this purchase! The sandbox is sturdy and easily fits two toddlers with room to spare (more if they are willing to sit on the sides). We only put 3 bags of sand, and it's decent but we're going back to get more. Having the picnic table with umbrella attached is SUCH a nice feature. You can have lunch and playtime all at once, and it accommodates more children. 4 toddlers easily fit on the bench and seem comfy. Being low to the ground, makes it safe seating too. We're thrilled overall! Note: When we first put it together, the lid didn't fit all the way down; so we placed a heavy item on top for the first week to get it to the right shape. Now it fits well and keeps the rain and animals out. :)