Take a deep dive into the Secret Sanctuary Kit!

Thirty-seven kits later, we finally saw the arrival of kits that included both CAS and BB items. Whether or not this is a good move is yet to be seen, but I’m loving it from what I’m seeing so far. The Sims 4 Secret Sanctuary Kit releases alongside ‘Casanova Cave’ and ‘Comfy Gamer’ Kits; the review for the latter can be found here for those not interested in CAS items.

With 12 Build-Buy items and 14 Create-A-Sim items, there’s a lot to get into. Here is our overview of every item that comes with the pack. Stick around to the end to hear our full review.

The Sims 4 Secret Sanctuary Kit: Features Overview

Alongside Casanova Cave, Secret Sanctuary is one of the first kits to combine both CAS and BB items into one Kit. And with this pack’s sultry and opulent atmosphere, who better to model it than Willow Creek’s very own Bella Goth?

Indulge in iconic fashion and enchanting décor with The Sims 4 Secret Sanctuary Kit. Create a luxurious space full of opulent furniture concealed behind a secret passage in a bookcase. When you’re inside your hideaway, let the world melt away as you relax on your chaise lounge or try on polished Italian-inspired fashions in your floor-length mirror.

Kit Features

• An Opulent Oasis — This is a private retreat featuring a mysterious hidden entrance, elegant antique vanity, charming tea set, and more high-end touches sure to delight Sims with a sense of refinement.
• Flawlessly Fashionable — These finely-tailored italian-inspired fashions are polished, sophisticated, and feature classic silhouettes. It’s a cohesive collection that feels curated, as if hand-picked by someone with exquisite taste.

Items Preview

CAS Overview

Take a look at Bella Goth modelling all the new CAS items available in the Kit.

Accessories

Tops

Bottoms

Full Body

Shoes

Object Overview

If you’d like to take an in-depth look at each item’s description, then I’ve got you covered.

Object Swatches

Classical Revival Vanity Chair

Twilight Repose Chaise Lounge

Classical Revival Vanity

Arcane Aroma Tea Tray

Whispering Walls Gallery Frames

Gilded Looking Glass

Chateaux Charm Fireplace

Vintage Allure Jewelry Box

Gilded Gaze Frame TV

Echoes of Elegance Gramophone

Secret Sanctuary Bookcase by CrypticCo

Secret Sanctuary Door by CrypticCo

Object Functionality

A few of these objects are fucntional. As expected the Gramophone plays any of the ingame stations and emits a spooky red mist when on.

The Arcane Aroma Tea Tray can be stocked with Shadowberry Tea and comes with a new mug, giving Sims who drink it a +2 Confident moodlet called ‘Radiant Mystique’

A new functional vanity is always a welcome addition. It gives players without Vintage Glamour Stuff or the Modern Luxe Kit the ability to have their Sims don various preset makeup looks.

One of the important functional parts of this Sims 4 Kits doesn’t have any new interactions. And that’s what makes it ever more secret! The Secret Sanctuary Door by Cryptic Co can be used as a portal between two rooms.

We also have the new portal recorded in action:

Styled Room

This Kit comes with one newly styled room in 3 colour swatches. The (unsurprisingly named) ‘Secret Sanctuary’ costs 28,923 Simoleons and can be found under the Living Room tab.

Our Review of The Secret Sanctuary Kit

The Secret Sanctuary Kit is available on the EA App and other stores for $4.99 or your local equivalent.

I was sceptical when I heard that some kits would now ship with both CAS and BB combined, and I can’t say I sold on the idea. As a big fan of build mode, I am sad to see the lower object count. However, I am glad that kits will now include something for everyone. 

Starting with the Create-A-Sim items, this is a hit-or-miss selection. Some pieces, such as the elegant gown with the slit up one side, are perfect for formal and party outfits. However, the polo shirt and the halter neck top feel like they shipped with the 2014 base game. I appreciate the necklace – a call back to Bella Goth’s necklace from the Sims 2. Another aspect I enjoy is the versatility of many of the pieces. There is something for every category besides swimwear, which isn’t often the case with kits. The CAS content of this Kit caters more towards the feminine category, in contrast to the Casanova Cave Kit. 

Now, onto the Build Buy. The Build Buy selection is where the Kit shines. Every item comes with matching swatches, and each object has a style that matches the existing aesthetics of the game. One of my favourite items is the new hidden bookcase door, which reminds me of the rotating door in The Sims 2 Apartment Life. This door blends seamlessly with the new full-height bookshelf placed flush against the wall.. 

The new Echoes of Elegance Gramophone emits a red cloud when music plays, similar to the gramophone from the Reapers Rewards Event. I sometimes wish such effects could be turned off, as many, myself included, may find this effect jarring and immersion-breaking. The only thing the BB selection is missing is a new coffee table on which to place the tea tray; even a side table would do.

I had a lot of fun remodelling the recently refreshed Goth house with the objects included, and the swatches included fit perfectly with the existing base game furniture. I also enjoyed giving Bella Goth some new outfits and refreshing her style. See below for more!

Lookbook

If you’re looking for outfit inspiration look no further as I prove how versatile these pieces are in any scenario you throw your Sim into.

What are your thoughts on the Kit? Join the discussion below and stay tuned for future updates on The Sims 4 Kits!

You can find The Sims 4 Secret Sanctuary Kit on Steam, EA App and other official platforms for Desktop and Console.