Awards

Reviewers' Choice Awards 2008

Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center

Loaded with sand and water action, this two-sided elevated play space means less sand or water on your children's clothes and a more accessible surface for all. Made in USA of US and imported parts. Umbrella made in China.

  • Wood crafted styling blends with natural landscapes
  • Includes 1 umbrella (color may vary), 2 bridges, 2 boats, 2 pots, 1 shovel, and 1 lid with elastic tie-downs
  • Holds up to 20 lbs of sand and 2 gallons of water
  • Drain plug built in and detachable legs
  • Minimal adult assembly required
  • Tips to enhance product life

Awards:

  • Reviewers' Choice Awards 2008, Buzzillions
Recommended Age: 2 and up
Product Number: 787800
Dimensions: 20.75 H 26.00 W 46.50 D
Weight: 25.00 lbs
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Step2Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center
 
4.5

(based on 887 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (533)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (311)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (29)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (6)

98%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (1035)
  • Attractive (428)
  • Easy assembly (401)
  • Hours of fun (385)
  • Fun (364)

Cons

  • Difficult setup (35)
  • Hard to keep clean (29)
  • Leaks (28)
  • Hard to empty (13)
  • Weak water stream (5)

Best Uses

  • Individual play (407)
  • Group play (362)
  • Backyard (347)
  • Small children (346)
  • Young children (303)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Grandparent (259), Stay at home parent (250), First time parent (243), Parent of two or more children (220), Education oriented (167)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (31), Yes (29)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Excellent product!!!

I bought this for my daycare. [...] the kids are still having a blast i put some moon sand in so they can mold and they love it! i have not used ...Read complete review

I bought this for my daycare. [...] the kids are still having a blast i put some moon sand in so they can mold and they love it! i have not used the water feature yet as it is just starting to warm up enough for wet kids outside! i do wish the umbrella could stay in when i put the lid on though, thats a bit annoying, but not a huge deal either.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Doesn't hold water!

I love the idea of this table but I was sad to discover that after spending $[...] the water leaked out from the leg holes very quickly! I read another review that ...Read complete review

I love the idea of this table but I was sad to discover that after spending $[...] the water leaked out from the leg holes very quickly! I read another review that said they ended up putting caulk around the leg holes so we might try that.

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5.0

Got what we wanted and wanted what we go

By Grandma Grace

from Annapolis, MD

About Me Parent, Thrifty

Verified Buyer
new-bee

Pros

  • Ample Storage
  • Attractive Design
  • Compact
  • Easy Assembly
  • Quality Construction

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center:

      great color and size
      sturdy...does not tip
      Umbrella gives superior sun screen

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

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      5.0

      Bought one years ago and again.

      By Kendra the Provider

      from Ames, IA

      About Me Private Daycare Provider

      Verified Buyer
      new-bee

      Pros

      • Ample Storage
      • Attractive Design
      • Compact
      • Convenient
      • Easy Assembly
      • Keeps Sand Dry And Clean
      • Quality Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • I Use It For Sand Only

        Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center:

        I bought one years ago for my daycare. It has stayed outside everyday since in the harsh mid-west weather. It is still keeping snow and rain out, so I bought one for our grandchild, too.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great customer service

        By Nadia

        from Columbus, OH

        About Me Relative

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer
        new-bee

        Pros

        • On Time Delivery

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center:

            I cannot write a review about the product as it was a gift. I can review the store/website. Great store, great customer service, good price, good shipping price and on time delivery.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

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            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            big dissapointment

            By cb

            from maryland

            About Me Parent

            Pros

              Cons

              • Poor Construction

              Best Uses

                Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center:

                After assembling this, and putting the water in...the water just poured out through the legs... You would think after spending[$] on this it would atleast be usable. I had to return it because it was pointless. I would not buy.

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                • No

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                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Hour of fun!

                By lbmama

                from Seattle, WA

                About Me Parent, Thrifty

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Attractive Design
                • Lightweight
                • Quality Construction

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Outdoor entertainment

                  Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Sand & Water Activity Center:

                  This is a great thing to have on a sunny day. My kids love playing in it. They are too young to really get it so they mostly just dump the water out so I havent bothered adding sand. But they really like it and I like that it has an umbrella to shade them from the hot sun. It is cute and the cover will be great for storing it during the winter. There were complaints of the legs leaking but ours came with rubber to go over the head of the legs and there are zero leaks.

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                  • No

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                  Already Asked: 4 Questions, 7 Answers
                  Carla T asked: Do you still have this in red & brown? Apr 5, 2013
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                  Michelle F: We have the green and brown and I like it. Blends in well with our trees and grass. Apr 22, 2013
                  Reply to Michelle Good answer? Yes (0) No (0)
                  Step2Staff: No. The red and brown version of this unit was discontinued a few years ago. Apr 8, 2013
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                  A shopper asked: Is there a drain plug on both sides of the table or just the water side? Apr 20, 2013
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                  MARIA A: the plug is only on the water side. We had to calk it because it was dripping and the water did not stay in.
                  moreover: we had to secure the leg with screws, because with the weight of water and sand one of the leg became loose.
                  After these modification and corrections, our grandson and other children had a good use of the table.
                  Apr 23, 2013
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                  Lindee F: There is only a drain on the water side. Apr 22, 2013
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                  Michelle F: just on the water side. Apr 22, 2013
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                  A shopper asked: What is the best way to make sure it does not leak? May 14, 2013
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                  Kathi M: We have not had an issue with the water leaking out of the unit. May 15, 2013
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                  A shopper asked: Does the sand have to dry out completely before replacing the cover to avoid bacterial growth? Just wondering how others manage to do this since my daughter loves to play with wet sand to make castles etc May 2, 2013
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                  Antoinette C: As this is being used in Seattle with lots of rain we used small pebbles not sand , this has worked well . We did have sand in for a while but with group play it went everywhere , the small rocks drain well so no problems. May 2, 2013
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