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Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling!

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Aerial view of the home and beachfront.
Patio dining table for alfresco meals with stunning ocean views.
Beachside patio with sun beds to soak up the island sun.
Pathway to the beach.
Sandy beach with excellent backyard snorkeling. You can also rent kayaks to explore the coastline.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Rum Point, North Side
  • Grand Cayman Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rum Point Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Star Fish Point
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Suite

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Suite Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling!

***Property Overview***
Welcome to Kai Tana, a cozy 2-bedroom beachfront cottage in sunny Rum Point.

Surrounded by mature palms and casuarina trees, Kai Tana offers a serene escape on a wide sandy beach with cozy accommodations for couples, honeymooners, or small families.

The beach here is very sandy plus the reef-protected waters make for excellent snorkeling just off the backyard. Although barefoot water entry is tempting, water shoes are recommended to protect against foot injuries. Sunset walks along the shoreline in either direction are a must!

Inside, the oceanfront living area provides all the comforts of home including tall windows that flood the interiors with natural light and stunning far-from-home ocean views. Air conditioning, complimentary wifi, and an HD cable television will keep you cool and connected during your stay.

The home's kitchen is equipped with modern appliances including a drip coffee maker, toaster, and microwave. All cookware, dinnerware, glassware, and flatware are provided. The home features a formal dining table in the living area and a patio dining table for alfresco dinners under the stars. A charcoal grill is also provided for surf and turf cookouts by the sea.

The beachside patio is your slice of paradise to soak up the sun and spellbinding views. A palm-shaded hammock sits on the beach beckoning daydreamers for lazy days by the ocean.

The home is licensed by the Department of Tourism to sleep 4 guests across two bedrooms.

***Sleeping Arrangements***
(Sleeps 4 guests total)
-- Bedroom 1: primary suite, king bed, oceanfront views, walk-out access to the patio, television, ensuite with shower.
-- Bedroom 2: two twin beds, ensuite with shower bath; beds can be fitted into a king bed upon request.

Kai Tana's location balances seclusion with convenience to nearby restaurants, beach clubs, and a grocery store—see the Map tab for details. It's the perfect home base to explore the island's best attractions!

***IMPORTANT NOTES***
-- A Cleaning Fee is required due to enhanced cleaning and sanitation protocols.
-- Additional tandem kayaks available for discounted rental. Signed waiver required.

***Rate Details***
-- 13% Occupancy Tax added to all rates.
-- 10% Guest Service added to all rates.
-- Owner requires a refundable cleaning and damages deposit of $500.

***Booking Rules***
-- Christmas & New Year's dates are split into two rental periods. Please inquire with your travel dates before booking.
-- Shorter stays may be available but subject to a higher cleaning fee. Please inquire before booking.
-- Must be 25 years or older to book and must occupy the property during the entire stay.

***Grand Cayman Villas & Condos Guest Services***
The 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Guest Services Membership.

Member Benefits
-- Centralized on-island guest services & welcome center
-- Unlimited Use of Private Fitness Center (18+ yrs.)
-- Business Center Access: computers, printer & FedEx/DHL supplies
-- Proprietary Guest benefit & discount card
-- 10% advance booking discount for private charter
-- Guest parcel receipt & hold for check-in
-- Jacques Scott Wine & Spirits pre-order & hold for check-in
-- Referral to preferred vendors and reservation assistance
-- Complimentary snorkel gear, pack-n-plays, booster seats, and baby gates for check out

At-Villa Benefits
-- Complimentary early check-in, if no check-out on the same day
-- Day-after-arrival guest services follow-up
-- Gilchrist & Soames bath products
-- Pre-stocking of groceries & beverages (delivery fee applies)
-- Coordinate private chefs, cooks, babysitting & family photographer
-- Kayaks available for discounted rental*
*Signed waiver required

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***Nearby Points of Interest***
-- 1.2 miles to the Rum Point Club & Bioluminescent Bay
-- 2.2 miles to the Kaibo Beach Bar & Grill & Starfish Point
-- 3.3 miles to the nearest general store, Chisholm's Grocery
-- 5.3 miles east to Over the Edge restaurant
-- 5.6 miles to Cayman Crystal Caves
-- 7.7 miles from our Welcome Center
-- 11.4 miles to the nearest supermarket, Foster's Express
-- 13.5 miles to Tukka East Bar & Grill and the Cayman Parrot Sanctuary.
-- 25 miles (47 min drive) from Owen Roberts Airport (GCM)

***Getting Around***
A rental car is highly recommended. Taxi cabs are unreliable and expensive outside of town and Seven Mile Beach. Plus, there is no Uber or Lyft on the island. We recommend Budget Cayman, Avis, or Marshalls for rental cars. After booking, confirmed guests will receive a promo code for 20% off a rental car with Budget Cayman.

***Villa Cleaning & Sanitation***
All villas are cleaned and sanitized before each guest's arrival. We also ask our owners to provide a starter supply of extra cleaning products. Additional housekeeping services can be purchased after booking in 3-hour time blocks. Scheduling may be coordinated with your property manager upon arrival.

***Beach Notes***
All beaches in Grand Cayman are technically public since the Crown owns up to the high watermark. Be advised, the beach or water entry behind your property may vary slightly from the images displayed due to shifting weather and tide patterns. The next-door beach is also always available for your use. We advise guests to wear foot protection (pool socks or aqua shoes) when entering the ocean to avoid injury on coral heads, ironshore, or rocks.

***Ocean Debris & Sargassum Seaweed***
Beaches in Grand Cayman may also experience floating ocean debris and sargassum weed seasonally. Sargassum is a seaweed that has increased in frequency over the summer months. Our owners take measures to remove heavy sargassum and will have the beach raked before your arrival.

Should sargassum be extremely heavy behind your property, we will reach out to the owner for alternative solutions which may include a partial refund or relocation. We try our best to work around Mother Nature.

Property manager

Grand Cayman Villas & Condos
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Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Our hospitality team will follow up after booking for your contact info & email address.
All guests must check-in at our Silver Thatch Welcome Center at 846 Frank Sound Road. Directions will be emailed to you 2 weeks prior to arrival.
A signed Rental Agreement is required after booking. Click on the Rental Agreement link below for details and our full cancellation policy.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Side

Located in North Side, this holiday home is on the beach. Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park and Cayman Crazy Golfing Mini Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Governors Square and The Strand Shopping Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Map
Rum Point, North Side

What's nearby

  • Grand Cayman Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cayman Kai Public Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rum Point Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Star Fish Point - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Starfish Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaibo restaurant . beach bar . marina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rum Point Club and Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaibo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Czech Inn Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Villa - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kai Tana: Cozy Rum Point Cottage on Wide Sandy Beach w/ Awesome Snorkeling! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Side holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of North Sound and Grand Cayman Beaches. Cayman Kai Public Beach and Rum Point Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable stay

Lovely
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Privacy Plus!

Absolutely outstanding!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene Paradise

Spent 10 days in February with my beautiful bride at Kai Tana.This is a private and secluded propery right on the ocean. You can enjoy full sun on the beach, or linger in the shade of the coconut trees sourrounding the house. The view is magnificent from both inside the house and out, and there was an omnipresent breeze to cool you off during the day and waves washing ashore to rock you to sleep at night. Simply an epic vacation stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kai tana paradise

Me and my spouse stayed from 9/7-9/14 and enjoyed every moment. The property is beautifully maintained and the house was always an incredibly welcome comfort after a day of adventures. The location is perfect, the water was amazing, and the kittens on the property were a welcome sight every evening and morning. The views reminded us that we were in paradise every single day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful and Private

Location, location, location!! Kai Tana is a beautiful cottage in a very private setting, shielded on both sides by foliage and a good distance from neighbors. Perfect for the North Side which is quiet anyway. The lot is beautifully landscaped, especially the back facing the Caribbean Sea. It really makes you feel like you are in a true island paradise. Cottage is perfect for two to four people. Both bedrooms are a good size. The main bedroom is adjacent to the second bathroom and smaller bedroom has an ensuite bath. The small kitchen is located between the bedrooms and is a perfect size for a beach cottage – who is going to spend time in the kitchen anyway? Living and dining space are a good size and has an amazing full view of the Caribbean. The outdoor hardscape and furnishings are also quite nice and comfy. Access to the beach – just steps from the house. It is not much of a walking beach, especially because of the sargassum. Don’t forget your water shoes because they are definitely needed. During our two week stay we were able to kayak and swim several times but on some days the sargassum was too thick. When there is no breeze it can get quite buggy and the smell of the sargassum can waft up toward the cottage. Luckily there was a good breeze most of the time. There are two cats who occupy the small “cat house” on the east side of the cottage. They were nice company and determined, but unsuccessful in getting inside or handouts.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous villa

Kai Tana is a fabulous villa, it's right on a stunning white beach with hardly anyone else around - perfect! Angella, the manager, was fantastic! Really helpful and really friendly, full of top tips! The bed was incredibly comfortable! The villa was spotlessly clean and really well kitted out! LOVED IT ALL! So why then have I knocked it down a star on the overall rating? It was the sargassum sea weed - there is nothing that the Kai Tana team can do about it, but we had planned to fall out of the villa and spend our days snorkeling on the reefs just there, but the sargassum made that utterly impossible. The sargassum was literally meters deep and went on for meter after meter, we couldn't even wade through it; and there were waves and waves of the stuff coming in! I KNOW the villa can do nothing on their own, but I really hope that the Cayman government will do something to get it sorted. All that said, we had the most relaxing time and really enjoyed our stay - and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J., Carson City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunshine cottage

Wonderful place near best snorkeling rum point area quite. Comfortable patio and secluded
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tereza L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

A quiet neighborhood, well organized services, extremely convenient island for non drivers because of the grocery store on-line shopping & delivery, a charming house. We had a lovely stay despite the sargassum (which can't be helped).
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome quiet beachfront house!

Perfect house for two couples or a small family. Lots of opportunity for nature viewing and fun in the sun. Snorkeling out front was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family of 4 @ Cool Change

We really enjoyed our 6 days at Cool Change in Grand Cayman. It is always difficult making a decision based on looking at pictures and reviews online but Cool Change did not disappoint. The house is very nice with excellent furnishings and is kept very clean. The internet works well for those needing to connect and work a bit while on vacation. The beach is right outside the door and has the best sunrises each morning. Depending on the wind, the beach can have some seaweed when the wind is blowing straight off the sea directly at the home, as it did for our 1st couple of days but when the wind shifted it cleaned out and was very beautiful. Rum Point, Kaibo and Starfish Point are all within a 2-3 minute drive and are perfect areas to hang out. Being close to Rum Point means that it is much less populated than Georgetown and 7 mile beach area on the other side of the island as I am not a fan of crowds. We didn't see any other people when hanging out at the beach at Cool Change, and saw no more than 20-30 people in total at the large area of Rum Point. We would highly recommend this property and will book this place again on our next trip to Grand Cayman. If you like a private property that is quite with a secluded feel, pretty beach and some of the most amazing sunrises, this is the spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julene T.

This cottage was perfect!

Our stay was wonderful! We’ll be back - loved Cool Change, and Cayman. Everyone was so friendly and there were so many fun things to do on the island! Just had a great mother-daughter trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

danielle s.

Clean but the beach not meant for swimming.

Nice property-not a great beach for swimming. Too much garbage in the beach and too much seaweed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Thompsons Station, TN

Peaceful and Simple

We just returned from the most amazing time spent at Cool Change. My husband and I settled in comfortably and truly enjoyed our time spent in this lovely little slice of heaven. It was clean, comfortable and well equipped. The AC worked great. A constant ocean breeze allowed us to open the windows during the day. We utilized every single part of the house. The outdoor shower, the washer/dryer, the kitchen, the abundance of beach towels. We cooked every night but one. The one night we ate out we enjoyed the chefs 6-course tasting menu with pairings at Kaibo Upstairs. Amazing! We swam with Stingrays through White Sand sports and will never forget that experience. The beach is beautiful but the seaweed was terrible. Homeowner can’t change this but I think it’s worth noting that it impedes swimming, snorkeling and the view a bit. It was 2 feet thick in most places. Also, would love for them to add a dishwasher and a hammock. With as much as we cooked, it was a bit of a pain to have to hand wash all of our dishes on vacation. Also, there are perfect trees for a hammock! Other than those minor things, our time spent at Cool Change was perfect. We will be back! Almost forgot, Bernie, the property manager was so sweet and helpful. He does a great job with the upkeep of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Charming sea cottage with wonderful private porch and beach.

Lovely quiet North Side location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Ethney M.

Clean & Comfy house, quiet location, great beach front

Kitchen well stocked for cooking, comfy beds & outdoor lounging spaces. If you are looking for peace & quiet this is it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

Could not have been better! It was exactly what we were looking for and we could not have asked for

The accommodations were perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning! There were a few hiccups with the TV and telephone services but did not hinder the good time we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Excellent! Perfect villa for a quiet and fun family getaway.

Everything about Cool Change was exactly as we hoped - clean, spacious, and a terrific location right on the beach. It was perfect for our family of 4. We will definitely consider Cool Change for our next trip to Grand Cayman.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Rick S.

Fantastic location and privacy!

Place was great! Awesome location, view and whether.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Bernie’s beautiful basic beach cottage

Ok, there are better houses to rent for 50% more and yes, there is no pool - but for a fine beach holiday with no frills but perfect thrills this is the place. You have to accept the 50/60 minutes drive from the airport and G-Town. You need to be chilled about the lack of shops within 10 miles. But to me that is all good. Iguanas and lizards abound, land crabs and the odd harmless snake make for great spots, and the constant breeze renders aircon unnecessary. Thus is a lovely place where even the presence of foul-smelling sargassum weed two feet deep in the beach and 10 metres out to sea rendering both useless for bathing or swimming should not spoil the holiday. You are close to no one, there is no crime, and the place is well-built and looked after. You can run to Kaibo in 15 minutes or walk in 30 and the road is quiet. A car is essential and you should stock up at Hurleys on day one as it is a long way later to shop. It is not Kansas, Toto, but a beautiful beach cottage,with all the basic needs including Wi-fi - what more do you need?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harold L.

Perfect Caribbean Cottage

We stayed at Cool Change in preference to a hotel on Seven Mile Beach or a house or condo on the East End or in and around George Town or Bodden Town. It was not a problem to get to great dining opportunities, because the Rum Point Restaurant and Kaibo are 5 minutes away, Tukka and The Lighthouse only 20 minutes. The house is very classic West Indian construction and just the right size for a couple or small family. It has a private beach and even more isolation provided by a vacant lot covered in sea grape on one side and a high hedge of a flowering native shrub on the other. Mornings and afternoons on the back patio are fantastic; we drank our coffee and watched the sun rise each morning. The house stays very comfortable with AC in both bedrooms and the living room, and fans throughout. All of the amenities are relatively new, clean and well maintained. We never watched TV, but can vouch for the Wi-Fi. The North Side is the best part of Grand Cayman; uncrowded, serene and yet convenient to anything you would want to do. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Beautiful

Loved almost everything about this property. Georgous setting. Nicely appointed and in a great location if you like privacy, peace and quiet. The only reason I’m not giving the house 5 stars is because the beach hadn’t been cleared and we were faced with a thick line of seaweed mixed with some trash to get to the water. I found a rake and was able to clear some myself. Some men came the last day of our stay and said they would clear the entire beach after we left, but this should have been done prior to our arrival. All in all’ however we had a great time and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Seeking peace and quiet? This is the place!

If true relaxation is on your agenda, consider this terrificly charming cottage on the water near Rum Point. Well appointed condo with all the requisite beachfront touches. Loved the privacy, the virtually secluded beach, and a location offering elbow room but also near the action of Rum Point. Would happily book this villa again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

shoshana d.

"Cool Change"- Awesome!

Love "Cool Change" -very private and cozy!! It's the perfect beach house!!!! Small and unpretentious. It has its own beach (walk right out) and the views from the house are magnificent!!! Also, it is not far to Rum point and other great spots to hang out and dine. Love it!! I will be back!!! Shoshana Datlow
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Norma Y. G.

Can Not Wait to Return!!!

My husband and I stayed at Cool Change from 8/10/16 to 8/20/16. We live at the beach and usually travel to see snow and mountains when we vacation. We have seen many beautiful places, but this one stole my heart! The private beach and landscaping are amazing! We loved the comfy house, outdoor shower, patio and amazing views! I can't say enough about Cool Change! We will absolutely return and bring the rest of our family to share this piece of heaven with! Loved the Rum Point location...so quiet and laid back. There's a great new water taxi (Cayman Ferries: 345-325-7777) that will take you back and forth from Kaibo to Camana Bay for $25 US round trip. Nice boat ride to all the activities and Seven Mile Beach. Stingray City is a must...we swam with Sally the dolphin at Dolphin Cove, snorkeled, went to the botanical gardens...so many firsts! We absolutely can not wait to return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Beautiful, private and cozy

This is the third time we have stayed at Cool Change and we would never consider staying any place else. It is private, beautiful, peaceful and relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of life. Clean and well maintained the owners are always adding new things to keep this property in tip top condition.

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