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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cayman Kai, Grand Cayman
  • Place, Grand Cayman Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rum Point Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cayman Kai Public Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

North Side

With a stay at this condo in North Side, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Grand Cayman Beaches and North Sound. .This beach condo is 29.2 mi (46.9 km) from Governor's Beach and 29.2 mi (47 km) from Seven Mile Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Cayman Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rum Point Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • North Sound - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cayman Kai Public Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Star Fish Point - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Owen Roberts Intl. Airport (GCM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rum Point Club and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kaibo restaurant . beach bar . marina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Czech Inn Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Over The Edge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Bar & Grill - ‬60 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas!

This charming one-bedroom, one-bath beachfront cottage, nestled in a tranquil cove in Cayman Kai, has been transformed into a luxurious romantic hideaway and an authentic Caymanian retreat. Featuring stainless steel appliances, coastal-chic decor, refreshing Caribbean cross-breezes, abundant sunshine, and a lavish king-sized bed with a queen pullout couch, this cottage offers the epitome of comfort and style. And to top it off, it's conveniently located just across from the iconic Rum Point Beach Bar and Restaurant.

At Rum Point, guests can indulge in snorkeling in the crystal-clear shallows, relish Surf & Turf dining right on the beach, sip on freshly stirred cocktails (rum-based, naturally!), rent Wave runners, embark on sailboat excursions, and more. After a day of adventure, retreat to Rum Sands to unwind in elegant surroundings. Situated within an intimate 3-cottage complex on Sand Point Cove, Rum Sands boasts a coastal-chic interior that sets it apart.

A screened-in lanai offers sweeping views of the sandy cove and its lush tropical landscaping, complete with a gentle breeze stirred by a twirling ceiling fan. Two Adirondack chairs just outside the lanai invite you to sit back and watch the sunrise over the cove. Guests can also explore the area with the double kayak provided by Rum Sands or opt to rent a bicycle or boat for further adventures.

Located in Cayman Kai/Rum Point, a predominantly residential area on the serene northern shore of Grand Cayman, Rum Sands offers a peaceful escape. While a rental car is recommended for convenience, guests can enjoy a scenic 45-minute drive from the airport to reach this idyllic destination.

Cooking at Rum Sands is a breeze. Simply pick up groceries at the nearby store in Northside, just a short drive away, and take advantage of the fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and the adjacent dining table. Sharing a meal in paradise is a romantic experience not to be missed, making this cottage an ideal choice for a small family island getaway as well!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Rum Sands-a Charming Luxury Cottage Steps Rum Point Grand Cayman
Rum dsa Charming Steps Rum Po
Rum Sands a Charming Luxury Cottage Steps From Rum Point
Rum Sands - A Charming Luxury Cottage Steps from Rum Point Condo
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Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Very clean and well taken care of property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, we enjoyed our stay! The location is perfect for us, very relaxing, beautiful scenery, and right on the bioluminescent bay, close to starfish point, across the street from Rum Point Beach, restaurants, dock etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Communications was perfect. The villa was clean and comfy. All the amenities we needed to enjoy a full week on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
LITERALLY EVERYTHING FROM THE HOST TO THE ENTIRE UNIT WAS GREAT....
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey P.

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

Great location!!

Loved the location of this property! On the bioluminescent bay, across the street from Rum Point & just a few minutes from starfish Point. Great for families!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monika R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just spent a week in the villa. The manager was extremely helpful and courteous. We could not ask for a better location. The beach is literally across the street, and all towels, chairs, and beach entertainment were provided. The villa is in a very good condition, and the outdoor area is excellent. We especially enjoyed the outdoor hammock and kayak. Not having to worry about a parking space was definitely a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

great location

great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Rum Point amazing!

Great 4 days at a peaceful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Great place to stay

The property was perfect. It had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

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

Wonderful!

Amazing location! Loved being able to kayak on the bioluminescent bay and the quick walk across the street to the beach. Home was spacious, clean and was perfect for our getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

Such a cool 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: You can't beat the location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve d.

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

Bio bay getaway

This VRBO is right on bioluminescence bay and across the street from the newly renovated Rum Point. Needless to say it is near the main attractions on this side of the island. Nice accommodations for couple or small family. They even have a kayak for you to take a stroll in the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen D.

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

Stayed with my daughter, love Rum Point

We have stayed in this very unit in the past and came back specifically because of how much we enjoyed it. It's a short walk from the very underrated Rum Point Beach and there are some cool activities on this side of the island that are less busy than the more commercial Seven Mile Beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

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

Great getaway spot!

I stayed in the house with my wife and mother. We had a great stay there. The living room had a pull out couch bed and my mom was very comfortable there. Super close to Bio-Luminescent Bay and the ocean. Rum Point Beach was closed at our time of stay but they are planning to rebuild it (hopefully). Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

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

A wonderful place to stay in Rum Point

Having never been to Grand Cayman or Rum Point before, we didn't quite know what we were looking for. This unit is one of the very few that has both bay frontage (on the bio bay - TOTALLY worth it) as well as ocean view from the front porch. You are literally looking at water on both sides. For the money, this place can't be beat. And the host was super helpful with answering questions about local restaurants and experiences. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amie S.

Wonderful stay!

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: Had a very nice stay at Rum Sands. The home was spotless, well stocked with kitchen and bathroom essentials, in excellent condition, and on a quiet part of the island (which we appreciated!). The property owner is wonderful - friendly and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Rum sands

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: Awesome experience. Super easy check in. All the amenities we needed. Great location. Definitely will be back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Rum Sands

Love the location! It is well stocked and clean upon arrival. Jennifer is great with communication. Bikes are included in the description, but no bikes were available. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and will stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

A little gem

A small but well-equipped property backing on to bioluminescence bay. We loved it. Lovely views out the back to the bay and across the road to the front of the ocean at Rum Point. Just steps from the beautiful beach and a longer walk (maybe 30 minutes) to Kaibo. Quiet and peaceful. We made good use of the kayak to see the bioluminescence which save us the high price of an organised trip. We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Lovely cottage in the middle of paradise

Older home, but still in great condition and very comfy and clean. Screened in porch was a plus. Tons of outdoor sitting/relaxing space. Having a kayak was great to kayak the bioluminescence bay. Driving distance to Starfish Point which was an excellent beach to hang out for the day. Took cooler and chairs provided - thank you! Also walking distance to Rum Point bar and restaurant if you want time out. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Well appointed, very clean & very quiet

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: Great experience! Jennifer was so kind to interact with. Highly recommend if you are looking to get away from the tourist side of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Awesome!

The apartment is great. The location is unbeatable. Would definitely come back. Check-in was a little difficult because I deleted the email with the instructions and had a hard time getting a hold of anyone who could help me. Once I got the instructions, it was easy. The air-conditioning took a long time to cool down the house, but once it was cooled down, it maintained just fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Moyra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location of this property is amazing! There is a beach across the street where the snorkeling was fantastic…. Sea turtles, sting ray… parrot fish! We walked every morning through the beautiful neighborhood! A car is a must!! We had a bit of a hiccup with the checkin but it was resolved and the manger was responsive and everything worked out in the end.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Amazing trip to Grand Cayman

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: Rum Sands was a wonderful condo and suited our needs perfectly. It was very clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well equipped. We also had a cooler, snorkel gear, beach towels and much more available for our use. The location is across the street from the beach, restaurant and gift shop. The bioluminescent bay is in the backyard. A kayak was provided for our use and we went out at night into the bay. The bioluminescence is amazing and a MUST SEE.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Magnificat!

I have been to the island twice and I chose to stay in this place because it's on bioluminescent bay. The apartment is spacious and well appointed; it had chairs, umbrella, cooler and towels for the beach and everything we needed for the apartment. I would highly recommend staying here if you're comfortable with a quieter way of life and don't want or need all the shops and restaurants. If you're a nerd like I am, the most special thing about this place is bioluminescent bay. Swimming in the bay is a magical experience. I know most people are afraid of the jelly fish (we did get stung but it is very mild) so if you're afraid I definitely recommend using the kayak. I do recommend renting a car while staying here. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023