Kai Tana
95 people have viewed this property this week.
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
4 Sleeps
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Welcome to Kai Tana, a cozy 2-bedroom beachfront cottage!
New homeowners have taken the best features of this beautiful oceanfront cottage and upgraded them for your comfort.
Surrounded by mature palms and casuarina trees on a half-acre-sized lot, Kai Tana offers peaceful relaxation on a wide sandy beach with sophisticated accommodations for couples, honeymooners, and small families (up to 4 adults).
The beach is very sandy and reef-protected making for excellent snorkeling just steps off the house. Although barefoot water entry is tempting, water shoes are recommended! Sunset walks along the expansive beach in either direction are a must.
Inside, Kai Tana features an oceanfront living room with windows on three sides flooding the home with natural light and panoramic ocean views. The living room is open and airy allowing guests to "become one with the ocean" while providing all comforts and amenities.
The oceanfront patio provides comfortable lounges as well as al fresco dining. A palm-shaded hammock sits off the patio and is the perfect spot for daydreamers.
Kai Tana's Notable Features
- Full kitchen with granite countertops and modern appliances
- Oceanfront patio with lounges and palm-shaded hammock
- Wide sandy beach with protected reef snorkeling in your backyard!
- Close proximity to Rum Point Beach and the Kaibo
- Home security system with central monitoring hub and motion sensors.
- Motion-activated LED floodlights across the property and beach.
- Hurricane-proof glass on windows and sliding glass doors.
- Front entry secured with deadbolt and sliding locks.
- Sliding glass doors secured with barrel locks and security bars on tracks.
Sleeping Arrangements
(Sleeps 4 guests total)
- Primary Suite: oceanfront views, king bed, walk-out access to the patio, TV, ensuite bath with a walk-in shower.
- Guest Suite: two twin beds (can be converted to a king bed upon request), ensuite bath with a combination tub/shower.
Kai Tana is inspected and licensed by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism to sleep 4 adults max.
We look forward to welcoming you to our little slice of paradise!
*Note: A Cleaning Fee is included due to enhanced cleaning, sanitation, and inspection protocols.
**Silver Thatch kayaks available for discounted rental. Signed waiver required.
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Amenities
Sandy Beach
Snorkeling
Air Conditioning
WiFi/Internet
Living Room TV
Master Bedroom TV
Cable TV
Refrigerator
Microwave & Oven
Coffee Maker & Toaster
Dishes & Utensils Provided
Glassware & Cutlery Provided
Charcoal Grill
Bathtub
Keyless Entry
Home Alarm System
Motion Sensors
Security LED Floodlights
Hurricane-Proof Glass
Deadbolt Locks on Front Entry
Hair Dryer
Washer/Dryer
Iron & Board
Bath & Beach Towels Provided
Housekeeper Optional
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking Permitted
Off-Street Parking
Kayaks Available for Rent
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Beach Notes
The entire island of Grand Cayman is only 22 miles wide from west to east, so you are never far from anywhere on the island.
The oceanfront homes in Rum Point offer beautiful, tranquil, quiet beaches and great reef protected snorkeling. The beaches usually have plenty of white sand, but can also have spots of rocky “ironshore” with natural rock formations. There can also be occasional seaweed. The closer you get to Rum Point, usually the sandier the beach. With the abundant marine life we have in the water, you will want to wear pool shoes or fins for foot protection. The prevailing trade winds from the east enhance the comfort of this tropical enclave and make flying insects less of a nuisance—many of the homes in Rum Point don’t even need a screened porch.
Another big draw to this area is the proximity to the Rum Point Club, a public beach club that offers a fantastic barefoot beach, abundant water sports, a restaurant bar and grill, a gift shop and pick-up beach volleyball games. Also nearby is the Kaibo Yacht Club restaurant, bar, and marina.
Lastly, we have two large resorts in the east end (Morritt's and The Reef) that offer manicured beaches as well as restaurants, a modern grocery store, liquor store, gift shops, a Subway sandwich shop, and a cafe/pastry shop. These resorts also offer scuba, snorkel trips, jet skis, windsurfing, kiteboarding, oceanfront pools, and bar service.
General Grand Cayman Beach Notes
All beaches in Grand Cayman are technically “public” since the Queen owns up to the high water mark and the shoreline quality behind your property may vary seasonally. Be advised that the beach or water entry behind your property may vary slightly from the images on our website because of the weather. The next-door beach is also always available for your use.
Ocean Debris & Sargassum Seaweed
Beaches in Grand Cayman may also experience floating ocean debris and sargassum weed seasonally. Sargassum is a generally harmless floating seaweed that has increased in frequency in recent years. Although sargassum is an unsightly nuisance, it is largely seasonal in summer. Our owners do make efforts to remove heavy sargassum and will have the beach raked prior to your arrival.
Should sargassum weed 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.
The 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Silver Thatch Membership.
The Guest Service Fee is capped at 10 days for extended stays.
Member Benefits
- Centralized on-island guest services & welcome center
- Unlimited Use of Silver Thatch Fitness Center (18+ yrs.)
- Business Center Access: computers, printer & FedEx/DHL supplies
- Proprietary Silver Thatch Guest 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 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
- $1,500 of Villa Accidental Damage Protection
- Tandem kayaks available for discounted rental*
*Signed waiver required.
Guest Reviews of Kai Tana
1636 Rum Point Drive Grand Cayman , ----stars based on 40 user reviews
A little slice of Heaven
The property is adorable- the back porches are very secluded and private. The view was amazing. Perfect place for a romantic getaway or a quiet place to just recharge. The home was clean and decorated nicely. We would stay here again.
Great place to stay.
This was our second time staying here and it was great. It is very unfortunate that the beach and water was riddled with sea grass. Could not enjoy it so we had to have fun in the water elsewhere.
Kai Tana
Wonderful place near best snorkeling rum point area quite. Comfortable patio and secluded, private home. Excellent beach, views and location!
Quiet Neighborhood & A Charming House
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 time!
Wonderful
This little beach cottage really exceeded expectations. With the two plots on either side not developed, it offers a very private beach experience. We didn\'t even see other people which is exactly what we needed! The villa has everything you need and the kitchen is equipped to a high standard, we even found utensils and kitchen appliances to be able to bake with (i.e. so not only the essentials in the Kitchen). One small thing they can look to add is a dishwasher. Will definitely be back for a next staycation!
Privacy and nature
Amazing little villa with 2 bedrooms but lots of space to relax. Large lot with 2 empty lots next door. You are surrounded by nature with an amazing beach. My kids cycled to Kaibo for lunch. We had a lovely time.
Kai Tana
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.
Amazing View
The house is great and we really felt like home here! The view is amazing - especially the full moon at night! We had a lot of fun with the kayaks and snorkel gear, and reading in the hammock! Thank you!
Beautiful Cottage!
Thank you for allowing us to spend the week at your beautiful cottage! We were looking for a private, quiet paradise and this spot was perfect for our family of 4. Wonderful property manager Angela and exceptionally clean and well appointed!
Breathtaking Views
From the moment we stepped into your beachfront home, we knew we\'d found a slice of heaven and wouldn\'t want to leave! The views are breathtaking, accentuated by the luscious foliage. Inside, the house is very well-appointed with attention to detail! We\'re already looking forward to booking our next vacation!
Amazing New Upgrades
We are return guests. Absolutely love the cottage! The upgrades are spot-on. They enhance the upscale feel for such a breathtaking location. The property manager, Angela, quickly addressed an issue with the television, which we appreciated very much. We enjoyed our time here again, and are a bit sad to go back home. Count on us to seek out the cottage in the future! Thanks!!!
Perfect House
This was a trip for my 13-year-old granddaughter. She wanted a house on the beach. This turned out to be the perfect place. We enjoyed everything about this place.
Peaceful & Private
The villa was everything we were looking for and much more. It was peaceful, private, and had the most beautiful views. Small details to the large details were well planned in addition to the special touches. Well stocked kitchen, plentiful linens, bath robes, kayak, hammock, etc were much appreciated. Looking forward to returning and bringing the grandchildren.
Most Peaceful Place I\'ve Ever Been
Your place is beautiful and one of the most peaceful places I\'ve ever visited. We had a fabulous time and cannot wait for our next adventure here. The decor is perfect and made us feel at home...
Relaxing Family Vacation
Cool Change was a great choice for our family of four vacation on Grand Cayman. The house was clean, very nice, great beach with fabulous sunrises. We would highly recommend and would definitely choose this location again in the future.
Cute Home, Great Beach
We stayed at Cool Change for a week in May.
Beautiful Cayman Cottage. Comfortable bedding. Rooms average size.
Air conditioners worked well, as it was hot when we were there.
The home has a nice elevation from the water and deep, white sandy beach. We kayaked and snorkeled every day - dont think we saw the same fish - new every time... Not deep at all, no currents and safe.
Highly recommended to all!
Exceelent relaxing location
Cool change provided our family with a truly relaxing vacation location. The snorkeling was great out near the break water. We preferred Cool Change over any of the \"commercial\" snorkeling locations. It was peaceful and quiet. The cottage was well maintained with all the amenities we needed. Definitely a place we would stay again.
Great trip!
The house was just perfect! We loved the area and were so comfortable in the house! Everyone we worked with was so nice and helpful! We’ll be back!
Central location
Perfect spot to fish, go to sunset at Kaibo, head to lunch at “over the edge” and lay in a private and uninhabited beach in a house the perfect size for 2 then this will do well for you. Thanks for having everything needed at the house including snorkel gear.
Manager Response:
It was our pleasure to have you at Cool Change. Please come back soon!
Scott
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.
Charming sea cottage with wonderful private porch and beach.
Lovely quiet North Side location.
Cool Change
Slightly set back from the beach, this villa has a beautiful view of the beach and water. Well stocked for cooking , including an outdoor grill. Comfortable beds. Clean. Nice living room with plenty of space. Responsive caretaker. Definitely recommend renting a car so you can explore the island. Unfortunately there was a lot of seaweed on the beach while we were there but we walked down the beach a bit to enter the water. Quiet and safe area.
Comfy n Quiet
The house has a well stocked kitchen and cleaning supply closet. The beds were very comfortable, both outside and inside living spaces were comfortable and accommodating. We loved the beach. Over all quiet and comfortable stay! Love the spot!
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.
Great privacy
First time and loved it. Own private beach and great back patio. Breeze is wonderful that side of island. Water access is questionable. Calm days no sargassum in water and can use. However once wind or storm comes in too much in water to use. Thus perfect location to relax, read books, and play on private beach but water access may or may not be available. We didn’t care as we went to several different spots on island. It was just great having the privacy to lay out and relax on our own.
We did have some ants and WiFi didn’t work. Bernie was property manager and he didn’t respond to our texts. Wasn’t a big deal but why I gave it 4 stars.
Rent a car so you can explore Kaibo, Rum Point, 7 mile beach, south side, and north side. We didn’t make it to East side but will next time. Stingray tour a must.
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?
Manager Response:
Thank you for your kind words. The sargassum is finally starting to dissipate. Will be gone in 2 weeks.
Please come again!
Scott
Lovely, Relaxing Home
A lovely, relaxing home. We could not have asked for more. After excursions all over the island, we still liked hanging out a Rum Point best!
Time for a Cool Change
With everything in our lives pre-arranged - it was time for a Cool Change. Kaibo Upstairs is one of our favorite places to dine... ever. At Tukka\'s ask for Omar, he is the BEST! Thank you so much. We hope to visit again.
Our Own Paradise
We had a wonderful, relaxing week! LOVED having our own ocean view and a beach. Being able to snorkel from our own backyard was a 1st, Rum Point is a great way to spend the day. Also had a fantastic dinner at Over the Edge! Hope to be back soon! Thank you Cool Change!!
Couldn\'t Have Asked for More
Gary and I truly needed a relaxing vacation. Cool Change was perfect. Our mind, body, soul, and spirit has been inspired and refreshed here on the island, staying at Cool Change. This adorable cottage is so pretty and comfortable. The attention to detail is truly appreciated!! We love it here and don\'t want to leave. We had a lot of rain to lull us to sleep at night with the sounds from the metal roof. AWESOME! Best sleep we\'ve had in a long time. The sunny days were beautiful and spent enjoying the luxuries of the island. One night at the Kaibo Upstairs is a must. We both celebrated our 65th birthday this year... and being young never felt so good! Thank you for everything!
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!
Manager Response:
Thank you for your kind words.
Please come back soon!!!
Scott
Grand Cayman Villas
Excellent Snorkeling
Seeking peace and quiet? This is the place! If true relaxation is on your agenda, consider this terrifically 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!
Exceeded Our Expectations
Cool Change more than met our expectations. It is perfect for two couples as advertised. We found the home immaculate after Angela had cleaned it. The winds were strong when we arrived with much seagrass on beach but was cleaned up that evening. North winds do deposit alot of it on beach but that's life. The home is very private with open lots on either side. Home is stocked with everything needed and is convenient to a number of restaurants and a small grocery store. We enjoyed the snorkeling out by the reef from the house but had much better snorkeling from Scott's recommendation of Queen Elizabeth Monument, just 10 minutes east. Recommendations include adding a fourth beach lounger and installing a shade in twin beds bedroom. Looks like there was one there at some point. Needed to provide privacy and keeping light out in the early morning. Staff was very informative and attentive from original booking of home. Should we return to Grand Cayman we would very likely utilize Grand Cayman Villas again and if just 4 people, Cool Change.
Beautiful, Private, 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.
Cozy Beach Cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cozy beach cottage! It was very clean, beautifully decorated and had everything we could possibly need. It has a private beach and great snorkeling along with cozy outdoor furniture to relax on. Rum Point and others restaurants are close by to enjoy too! We'll definitely stay the next time we are in Grand Cayman!
Beautiful Villa, Island and Fun!
Such a lovely Villa! Very private, comfortable and all the amenities of home plus so much more...loved the cute glasses and wine glasses, how much fun!! The owners have done an amazing job decorating their home with an Islandy fell, loved it!! Had luck and shopped at Rum Point and Kaibo. Snorkels right out front of the Villa, lots of things to see, Stingrays, Fish a large variety, Turtles, and so much more We loved it and will return!!
5 of 5 stars Ease of booking5 of 5 stars Directions to the property 5 of 5 stars Key pickup/access to the property 5 of 5 stars Overall condition 5 of 5 stars Quality of bedding/mattresses5 of 5 stars Kitchen/utensils quality 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness of bathroom 5 of 5 stars Quality of facilities/amenities 5 of 5 stars Service
Traveling group: Friends Would I recommend this vacation rental to my best friend? Yes. Recommended for: Friends getaway Older travelers, Families with young children The property was \\\"as advertised\\\". I recommend the location. The property was a good value for the price paid. The property provided wifi/internet access. My security deposit was returned on time.
Peace and Quiet in This Heavenly Atmosphere!
Staying at Cool Change for the third time was just as amazing as the previous two times. We spent two weeks this time and were so sad to leave. We are looking forward to this year and our trip there again. Private, cozy, well decorated and excellently maintained, Cool Change is what Grand Cayman is all about, not commercial or over sized, Cool Change stays in tune with the ocean and its wondrous beauties to behold.
Liked best: The privacy and location on the island Liked least: Nothing
Traveling group: Extended Family
Would I recommend this vacation rental to my best friend? Yes. Recommended for: Friends getaway People with disabilities Older travelers Families with young children Large groups The property was "as advertised". I recommend the location. The property was a good value for the price paid. The property provided wifi/internet access. My security deposit was returned on time.
Tropical Perfection
Our group of three (two Biology Professors and a fiancee) stayed here for just four nights and we reveled in every minute of it. The directions to Cool Change were meticulous and we also asked for and were given directions to a grocery store. From the pictures on the website, we could not have imagined the sheer beauty of the villa and its setting right on the sea. The house was spotlessly clean and well furnished, nothing was lacking throughout our stay. The house sits on what seems to be a large plot of land, the neighboring houses are distant, and the beach (out the back door and down the stairs) is as close to private as you could desire. Large windows and sliding glass doors on the sea side opened out onto a lovely tiled terrace. A hammock hangs between two coconut palms and there is an outside shower to rinse off the sea water before entering the house. We had a wonderful time snorkeling and viewing the local fauna, including the small crabs and lizards that appeared on the terrace. We visited several nearby restaurants for dinner and enjoyed good meals at each one. I will look forward to returning to Grand Cayman and Cool Change again someday. Traveling group: Other Would I recommend this vacation rental to my best friend? Yes.
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!
Cool Change - Amazing!
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!!!
Booking Rules
- 5 nights minimum stay required.
- 5 nights minimum and full occupancy required over Thanksgiving.
- 7 nights minimum and full occupancy required over Christmas and New Year's week.
- Christmas & New Year's dates are split into two rental periods. Please inquire with your travel dates prior to 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.
Villa Cleaning & Sanitation
All villas are cleaned and sanitized prior to 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.
Taxes & Fees
- 13% Occupancy Tax added to all rates.
- 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Silver Thatch Membership.
- Guest Service Fee is capped at 10 days for extended stays.
- Owner requires a $500 refundable excess cleaning and damage deposit.
- We accept Visa, MC, Discover, and Bank Wire for payments.
Map Notes
Nearby Points of Interest
- 7.7 miles from Silver Thatch Welcome Center
- 24.9 miles (48 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.
