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Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas

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Full exterior deck
Studio Front Door
Boggy Sand Road Beach
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 223.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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West Bay, Grand Cayman
  • Cayman Turtle Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seven Mile Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Governor's Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas

Introducing an exclusive, charming, and utterly unique studio cottage nestled along Seven Mile Beach, this stand-alone gem offers a haven specifically designed for two guests.

Recently constructed and meticulously appointed, the cottage features a stylish living/dining room and kitchen area, finished to the highest standards. A separate bathroom with a full shower, toilet, and pedestal sink ensures convenience and comfort.

The kitchen is fully equipped for culinary adventures in this cozy "tiny house," allowing you to savor home-cooked meals after a day of beachside relaxation. A spacious sectional sofa effortlessly transforms into a comfortable double bed, complemented by a large flat-screen SMART TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and ample storage.

The highlight of this intimate retreat is its private sun deck, boasting panoramic views of the beach and sea. Complete with a BBQ grill, outdoor shower, and private access stairs leading to Seven Mile Beach below, this deck offers the perfect setting for al fresco dining and sunset gazing. The presence of a majestic mature sea grape tree ensures privacy from the neighboring Nautilus Cottage. Snorkelling right off the deck is utterly spectacular and will have you wanting to explore again and again!

Conveniently located next to the Nautilus Cottage, this studio is ideal for families seeking additional or separate accommodation for guests. Experience a truly unique, charming, and affordable escape on the tranquil northern end of the renowned Seven Mile Beach.

Property manager

Cayman Villas Reservations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

West Bay

Located in West Bay, this cottage is on the beach. Seven Mile Beach and Barker's National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cayman Crazy Golfing Mini Golf and Cayman Maritime Treasure Museum. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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West Bay, Grand Cayman

What's nearby

  • Kittiwake Shipwreck and Artificial Reef - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cemetery Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cayman Turtle Centre - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Governor's Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VIVO - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Macabuca - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casa 43: Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Legendz - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nautilus Studio - Calabash is a charming Studio on 7MB - by Cayman Villas located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Bay cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Kittiwake Shipwreck and Artificial Reef, West Bay Beach and Cemetery Beach. Tiki Beach and Bonnie's Arch (Dive Site) are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dino M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location in Grand Cayman
Fantastic small cottage. Perfect pla e
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable
Cute space. Great location as we prefer the west side. Love the shaded deck. I would bring water shoes as the shore is rocky
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waterfront!
This place is amazing, million dollar views from the bed and wood deck is perfect for the views and taking in meals of sunbathing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We enjoyed our stay at this tiny house. The deck and view are amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Had an amazing time at this stay, great location and beautiful deck and it’s an oceanfront place ! Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!!!
Everything we needed for a week long stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Perfect Getaway!
This was absolutely perfect for us and we cannot wait to return! Thank you to everyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful babymoon
We enjoyed our stay and the place was perfect for just me and my wife. The property managers are right across the street and super nice! We enjoyed the privacy along seven mile beach and felt like we had the place to ourselves. We also enjoyed having Heritage grill right down the street which made it a great lunch spot on beach days.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Absolutely dream villa for 2 !
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Was an incredible stay at our Villa!Perfect for 2 small people!Spectacular ocean view

10/10 Excellent

Myles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
The apartment was perfect! The property manager, owner, and staff are so nice and accommodating. Very responsive. They went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. The place itself is just as described and perfect location with basically your own private beach on 7 mile. It was amazing. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn W., Frisco, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enough for me
Loved the safe, convenient location! Beautiful views. Easy access to the water. My only suggestion is adding a full length mirror. Loved. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JARRET C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grand Cayman
Location, location, location!! Quiet little neighborhood. Right on the water, literally. Short walk or drive to several beaches, restaurants and grocery store. Really enjoyed our stay in this quaint little studio. There are towels for the beach and a hair dryer. Wifi was hit and miss while we were there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quiet
Great place for one or two people. Private deck area right on the water. You can easily snorkel right from “home” on a calm day. Even though it’s a small living space, all that you need is provided. There’s not a good sandy beach area in front of you, but the upside is not having people walking in “your space”.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute & Cozy Oceanfront Hideaway - We didn’t want to leave!
My husband and I celebrated our 25th anniversary with a 2 week stay at the Nautilus Studio - Calabash. The tiny cottage was cute, clean and had every we needed for a relaxing, laid back stay. Internet connection was good and we enjoyed watching movies in the evenings on Netflix. It was such a beautiful quiet location right on the beach and steps from the ocean. It’s next to another larger cottage but feels fairly private due to the shade of the large Seagrape tree. On the other side is an empty lot with shrubs and brush. We cooked most of our own meals (or grabbed take-out from Heritage Kitchen) and ate on the deck while gazing at the ocean and listening to the waves! It was hard to pry ourselves away to go sightseeing or scuba diving …as the beach views and sunsets were so wonderful that we didn’t want to leave! We loved just hanging out on the deck. There is snorkelling right out front...and if you swim (or paddle board) even further out (towards the Kittiwake wreck) there is even more spectacular underwater scenery. We saw spotted eagle rays, turtles, and schools of colourful fish. The location is close to a large grocery store with everything you could need and was a short drive from some amazing shore diving sites. We met the owner and caretakers who live across the street. They were kind and helpful. This was our first visit to Grand Cayman and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cute cottage. We definitely hope to return in the not too distant future!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nautilus Studio
Great place, thought it was a bit pricey for the size. The price has gone up a lot. Just my opinion.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Highly recommend!
Perfect location. Right on the beach and you can swim and snorkel right off your porch. Can walk down seven mile beach. Plenty of restaurants and a grocery store right by. The small efficiency house is kind of like a “tiny home” - small but has everything you need for two low-maintenance people! The couch converts to a bed and they have a foam mattress topper to make it even more comfortable. We didn’t have any issues! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

The little studio was perfect for us!
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We wanted to be oceanfront and close to good snorkeling. Beautiful beach, amazing snorkeling when we had the energy to swim out to the reef. Especially loved the shaded deck and barbecue. The studio is small but has everything you need. Suggestions: queen bed instead of sofa, add love seat under tv, and please add full length mirror kitchen wall by refer. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Location, location, location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place, though small, packed a lot in for our vacation. Unbelievable snorkeling a couple hundred yards off the beach, and short swim/walk to cemetery beach that has the best snorkeling on the island. It is only a 5 minute drive to Macabuca's for some amazing food and shore diving, as well as the Turtle Center which is a must see for turtle lovers! The best part of this place was the fact that its on the northern edge of 7 mile beach and with no other renters in the 2 homes next to us we had the entire beach to ourselves, it was amazing. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

I'm so glad I decided to stay here!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This tiny house was absolutely perfect for my five days on Grand Cayman. I came primarily for snorkeling and relaxation and this location was perfect. I snorkeled right from the back door and used the outdoor shower. The location was very convenient for traveling to the best snorkeling spots on the island. There's a nearby grocery store and an even closer convenience store and liquor store. Heritage Kitchen is an amazing authentic outdoor eatery just a couple minutes' walk from the house (bring your own alcohol if you want it); I only ate there once (on my last day) and wish I would have eaten there more often. The house was exceptionally clean and was very well-appointed. It had everything I needed as far as extra bedding, soft fluffy bath towels and beach towels, and kitchen supplies. I traveled solo as a woman and almost stayed at a hotel just to have other people nearby, but when I saw this little house on the water I just couldn't resist it, and I'm SO GLAD I decided to stay there. I felt safe the entire trip and it felt luxurious. I'd stay there again in a HEARTBEAT.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
We loved this property! It is small but it was clean, efficient, and had everything we needed. The deck is wonderful... it has this amazing sea grape tree giving great shade, making the deck comfortable no matter what the temperature. The view is stunning... 180º view of the beautiful turquoise water which is literally steps away from the deck. The snorkeling was phenomenal. 150 yards out there you'll find an incredible variety of fish and coral. I saw so many different fish as well as a stingray, octopus, and 3 nurse sharks. The water was warm, calm, with incredible visibility. Best snorkeling I experienced on the whole island. Actually the best snorkeling experience I've ever had because of the ease of access, warmth of the water, variety of fish and creatures, and visibility. The VRBO is in West Bay which is at the northern end of the island and away from the cruise ships in Georgetown... it is quiet. It's also near some interesting areas like Macabuca, the turtle center, and of course, Hell. The property managers were accessible and extremely helpful with any directions or any assistance needed. They were a joy to talk with about the island and some of the history of the VRBO. The roosters, hens, and curly-tailed lizard were a bonus! We'd stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

susan f.

A Secret Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve been coming to Cayman Villas for over 30 years and consider it our home away. The setting is private and Oceanside with the best snorkeling steps away. Each of the units has its own charm and the Studio is perfect for 1-2 people. Recently renovated with a very comfortable queen bed, kitchen, bathroom with shower and A/C. Clean and comfortable you have a deck outside your door that literally hangs over the ocean. It’s a small space but ideal for those who enjoy the simplicity of life at this Oceanside retreat.
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8/10 Good

Jarod K.

Perfect getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place is clean, well appointed, and in a perfect location. We will be back for sure!

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