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

Beachfront condo for sun and fun

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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

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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 for sun and fun
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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  • Laundry room
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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
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
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

  • Grand Cayman Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rum Point Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • North Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cayman Kai Public Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port of Georgetown - 59 min drive - 49.1 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.) - 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
  • ‪The Villa - ‬41 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.

How much is parking at Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage on the Bioluminescent Bay! Call Cayman Villas!?

On-site parking is available at the 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 within 1 mi (2 km) of North Sound and Grand Cayman Beaches. Rum Point Beach and Cayman Kai Public Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jared P.

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

great location

great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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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

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

Kathy P., Port St. Lucie, Fl.

Great place to stay

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

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

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

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
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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
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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

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

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

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

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
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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

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
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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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

kevin m.

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

Rum Sands

Second time renting in this complex of 3 units. Location suits us as we are very active swimming, snorkeling and paddling. Didn't use (or seek) bikes this trip Jennifer, our hostess, was most pleasant and responsive, especially when we had an issue with the initial kayak that came with the rental. Within a very short time there was a new boat delivered allowing us an extended trip out through the Bioluminescent Bay to North Sound and back. Being on the BL Bay is always one of the evening delights for us. Snorkeling the Rum Point drift from Cayman Kai beach is as spectacular as ever. If you are a confident swimmer getting out to the reef (about 900 feet offshore at CK beach and a bit further on the way back in to RP beach from the Coral gardens area) is easy enough, but we do recommend a visible float or flag as there are frequently boats in the area. Would highly recommend this place and very much looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023