Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage in a the Beautiful Rum Point area
About this condo rental
Situated in North Side, this lovely condo for $287 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Renovations to this charming one-bedroom, one-bath beachfront cottage, nestled in a tranquil cove in Cayman Kai, have transformed it into both 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 Waverunners, 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!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Map of North Side
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(32 Reviews)
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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 :)
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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 wife and I stayed February 19th- 25th 2023. This is our second time renting from Cayman Villas and staying at this property. Property Manager Jessica is very nice and helpful. Perfect for the two of us and has everything we need. Great location for a north shore get away, with Rum Point across the street, Bioluminescent Bay behind, and dinner at Kiabo on the Beach a five minute drive away. A little far from town, but that's what we like but everything you need is available a short distance away (not walking). Tukka Restaurant about 25 away, same with Ocean Frontiers Dive Shop. Property has been very clean both times, and outfitted thoughtfully. Rental process was very easy.
4.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
great location
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Cute house, worked great for us
5.0
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.
5.0
Perfect!
The place was great. The location was great too, close to the marina and walking distance to Rum Point. Highlight was taking the 2 person Kayak out the morning before we left and eating outside at Rum Point. The host checked on us when we arrived and before we left. She was available and very helpful with any of our questions.
5.0
Awesome property
This was without a doubt the best VRBO rental we have had. Everything was just as it was in the listing and better. Perfect location as well at Rum point. It was wonderful to stay in such a well-maintained facility. Having use of the kayak was great. We look forward to coming back.
5.0
Great Location & Wonderful Villa
We were nervous about this property because it was a last minute booking due to a hotel mistake. However, it was so much better than the hotel that we had planned in staying at. The management was excellent, the location was ideal, and the property was clean, cozy, and perfect. We will definitely consider this location for future trips.
5.0
Amazing property!
We were nervous about this property because it was a last minute booking due to a hotel mistake. However, it was so much better than the hotel that we had planned in staying at. The management was excellent, the location was ideal, and the property was clean, cozy, and perfect. We will definitely consider this location for future trips.
5.0
Amazing
We're weren't sure if we made the right choice in where to stay until we got to the island. Hands down, we made the best possible choice! Location, condo, everything was simply amazing! We cannot believe how quiet it was! Relaxation was the goal and it was achieved! This place had the definite " at home" feel. We will be back! Thank you for sharing this treasure with us!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay immensely. The unit was incredibly well stocked—the best appointed unit we've ever had—with so many touches that made us feel at home... like the hammock, kayak, extra toilet paper... you name it! Thank you for making it easy to travel with littles!
4.0
Basic but functional
Second time to stay at this location and we use it for the location. It's expensive for what you get. Right on bio bay, across the road from the beach & snorkeling (we see turtles, stingrays, squid, parrot fish and much more) and a 15 minute drive to see the unique Blue Iguanas (habitat tour 10am & 11am daily)
We know the place so we know to stock up on food, we plan our trips to the West side carefully and we always enjoy ourselves on Cayman.
The condo itself is basic, but functional and comfy. Wifi is okay, nice atrium to sit outside, we cook & kitchen is functional (knifes need a sharpen). Nice to have cleaning & paper products provided, only one key for the door is a pain, wonderful shared back area to grill and sit out by the bay, kayak provided and we used it to visit Kaibo and the mangroves as well as bio bay at night. However, at night time, the townhomes along the bay have a pool and why those lights are on past dark - nobody ever swims after dark. Then into our 2nd week, they fix the light on the boat dock - that adds another few lumens of light pollution that shines into your eyes & into the condo. So much for sitting outside enjoying the evening breeze and checking out the stars
Seeing notes around the condo to 'save the earth, conserve water' is fine, but if you invest in a shiny TV why not update the toilet to a lo flow version? It'll cost less than the TV.
Rum Point itself now has the "Death Star" of condos being built and speaking with some locals development across the island seem to be going crazy.
5.0
December 2018 Stay
We enjoyed our stay immensely. The unit was incredibly well stocked—the best appointed unit we've ever had—with so many touches that made us feel at home... like the hammock, kayak, extra toilet paper... you name it! Thank you for making it easy to travel with littles!
5.0
Great place to stay
The property was perfect. It had everything we needed and more.
5.0
April 2018 Stay
From the minute of arrival until our departure we wouldn’t have asked for a better place to stay 😍 the breath taking sunsets every night was just simply amazing. The unit was very cozy and comfortable; we will for sure be back again very soon.
5.0
March 2018 Stay
We had such a wonderful time here! We loved the easy access to the beach, the kayak to explore the bioluminescent bay, and discovering some of the quieter parts of the island (we had done Seven Mile on a previous trip). The office staff was helpful and easy to work with, and Jennifer was fantastic. The condo felt like our own little home away from home. We can’t wait to come back!
4.0
March 2018 Stay
Have enk=joyed our vacation and the amenities of Rum Sands very much. Found the unit very comfortable and great location, will definitely book this unit again on our next visit if available.
3.0
Location Perfect for us - the admin is what spoiled this trip
Another trip to Cayman. We sponsor a Blue Iguana in the Botanical Park and we went to see her! We've stayed on the bio bay before and the condo was perfect for us 2.
The whole week was wonderful, what spoiled it was some mix up between VRBO and the property management company.
VRBO claim I booked through the property management company
Prop mgt company said I booked through VRBO.
I was hit on my credit card for the VRBO booking fee and this time we opted for the travel insurance (I thought) through VRBO. I have disputed both payments through my credit card. I received no travel insurance info.
I don't know if VRBO has something mixed up or the property management company is trying to scam me out of $155, the VRBO booking fee, and $91 and change as travel insurance.
Not happy.
At time of writing the dispute is still open and it spoiled what should have been a perfect get away.
5.0
Great place to stay in Rum Point!!
LOVED our stay here. It is literally right across the street from Rum Point beach! Very nice and clean. Everyone at Cayman Villas are wonderful and very helpful.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in North Side?
The average price for a rental in North Side is $569 per night. This rental is $282 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage in a the Beautiful Rum Point area. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage in a the Beautiful Rum Point area pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Rum Sands - A Charming Cottage in a the Beautiful Rum Point area?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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