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

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach
Smart TV, books
Terrace/patio
Nestled in a tranquil cove, Rum Sands offers an authentic Caymanian retreat with luxurious comforts. Savor Caribbean cross-breezes and sunshine, unwind on the screened-in lanai with sweeping views of the sandy cove or enjoy snorkeling at Rum Point Beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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!

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony
Guests at this beach condo building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. The condo provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a sofa bed, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This North Side condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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 From Rum Point
Rum Sands - A Charming Luxury Cottage Steps from Rum Point Condo
2854-219731

About the area

Map
Cayman Kai, Grand Cayman

What's nearby

  • Rum Point Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cayman Kai Public Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Sound - 1 min drive - 0.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas! located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Side condo building is just steps away from North Sound and Rum Point Beach. Cayman Kai Public Beach and Grand Cayman Beaches are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie P.

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

Beautifully appointed property

This cottage was even better than we expected. It was a bit hard to find the first time, but it was a great location. It was right across the street from the beach, and just steps away from the bioluminescent bay. The cottage was so charming! It had a fully stocked kitchen (cooking supplies, not food) and even had water bottles in the fridge. The bed and pillows were comfortable. There were plenty of towels, including beach towels. There was also bug spray and sunscreen! There were 2 enclosed porches, which was unexpected, plus sunchairs you can take to the beach, and a cooler. We were very comfortable and happy there. The only tough thing was that it is at least a 45 minute drive into George Town, more if there was traffic. Overall, we were very happy in this cottage. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Perfect beach getaway

A beach vacation ticks all the boxes for us if you can see the water, walk in the water without grass and there's a table for eating where you can see the water. This place ticks all the boxes. There's a screened in porch that has a beautiful view of a garden and water. When in the house, you can see the ocean out the front. While there is some sea grass that you have to navigate thru, there is a glorious sand bar that is shallow and is the perfect place to float and drink you floaty time drinks. On Sunday, the sand bar populates with boats and you can enjoy a big party. It was a lot of fun. Jennifer and Gerald are great hosts. There were always available to answer questions. Their friendly and caring attitude made the stay more like staying with family. We would love to return. Rum Point is one of our favorite beach locations. Rum Sands is a great place for a couple looking for a beach getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

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

Rum Point Getaway

We had a wonderful time on Grand Cayman staying at the Rum Sands Condo. It was just perfect for the two of us. The condo was clean and had great amenities. We used the cooler, beach chairs, and towels every day. We used the Weber grill and the double kayak several times. (Bioluminesence was fantatic!) Plenty of toilet paper, paper towel, soap, shampoo, laundry soap, and charcoal was provided. (I don't know if this is the norm or not!) There was even bottled water in the fridge for us. Jennifer from the property management was super friendly and helpful. The lanai and all the chairs outside were perfect for morning coffee and the blender provided looked small but packed a punch and made beautiful mudslides, and the ice maker works great - better than ours at home. Rum Point beach was lovely. The restaurant there was great and we could snorkel right out to what I think was a marine park. We saw a sea turtle and several sting rays not too far out. It's a bit of a drive back to Georgetown, but we only made that trip once, otherwise, we loved the location. The only negative was the lack of plastic cups - I recommend you bring your own refillable bottle. Stay here and you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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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!

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

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
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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
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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

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

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

Perfect Location for Bio Bay Self Kayak and Rum Point Snorkeling and Sunsets

The location is absolutely perfect! Rum Point is the best. 1. Best Part. Access to Bio Bay with a kayak. Easy paddle on flat bay to see the bioilluminescence. Perfect location for free access to bio bay. 2. Directly across the street is public access to the ocean side of Rum Point for amazing snorkeling. Swim out to coral gardens or out to the barrier reef for some of the best snorkeling on the island. Also the beach has amazing sand for the best ohotos of the best sunsets on the whole island. 3. Starfish point is just around the corner. See the starfish for free. The Rum Point facilities across the street have a nice restaurant and access to boat trips for stingray samdbar, snorkeling, and other trips. Jet ski rentals. House was clean and pleasant. Grounds very well kept. Washer/dryer for wet clothes from all the snorkeling was great. Host Jennifer was helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

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

Great Location in Rum Point

Right on the end of bioluminescent bay with a very short walk to Rum Point Beach. Having access to a double kayak was great to explore the bay during the day and at night to see the water turn blue while you paddle around. The water in the bay is very shallow, about 4 ft deep. Did not see anyone swimming in it, but kayaking and paddle boarding and deep enough for boats and jet skis to go in and out. Lots of outdoor furniture to enjoy a lazy day near the water. Quiet neighborhood, not a lot of traffic in this area. Well equipped home. Would definitely stay there again. Good communication with the host. Great area to spend a few days. Had good experiences at both the Rum Point and Kaibo restaurants. Note that there are only 2 restaurants in the immediate area so reservations are recommended. A 3rd one is about a 10-15 minute drive. Overall, a nice place to stay and one of the best locations for that area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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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.

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W., Santa Cruz, CA

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

Perfect Rum Point location with bioluminescent bay in the backyard!

Really enjoyed our stay here. Nice landscaping and an attractive unit as part of a multiplex. A quiet place for getting away from it all, but very close to the water. This is a nicely-organized place with a bedroom and bathroom up a half-flight, and kitchen/dining/living area that's spacious. Out the back door, there's a lanai with table and chairs for lounging or having a meal (safe from mosquitoes - being next to the little cove off the north bay, there's a lot of mosquitoes, and they provided some mosquito repellent which you want to put on if you're going to be in the area for any length of time). Kitchen has all the basics, and you have a lot of dinnerware. Baking might be a little challenge, but enough pots and pans to cook meals. Full-sized micro, fridge, oven/stove, garbage disposal sink, and a small but quite effective dishwasher. A/C works great. There are automatic metal shutters on the back windows (from the LR and BR) - just push a button on the remote to close/open them as needed. Nice way to lock up and block out some light for nighttime. W/D worked great, too, so you don't have. to pack as many clothes for your trip! They had a kayak for your use in the backyard (life vests and chairs in the lanai) and you could just drag it out to the shore off your backyard to launch. Across the street is Rum Point, a minute's walk to that beach which faces the northern reef of the island.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Excellent stay in paradise at 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: My family and I had a very pleasant stay at Rum Sands. The villa has everything you need, is beautifully decorated and comfortable, especiallly in keeping with the vibe of Cayman and the Caribbean. I would definitely stay here again. Right across from the sea, it doesn’t get any better. The host was also very helpful and available for anything we had questions about. Thank you :)
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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

10/10 Excellent

Holly B., Salt Lake City, Utah

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
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

A bit of Heaven

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: It was wonderful, every day. The Cayman people all went out of their way to make our vacation enjoyable. To all, Jennifer who checked on us, the grounds people who never wanted to disturb & were all so friendly, the plumber who stopped & gave us a ride, Edwardo the boat captain who was always concerned about our safety. The rental was perfect. Thanks to all.