Gardens of the Kai is a tranquil seaside haven on Grand Cayman's north shore, with mesmerizing sunset views. This beachfront villa boasts a large freshwater pool, private fitness facility access, and complimentary snorkel gear check-out. The spacious screened lanai is perfect for alfresco dining while taking in the ocean views.
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6200 sq m
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Ocean view
Kitchen
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Dryer
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo
***Property Overview*** Welcome to Gardens of the Kai, a seaside enclave of two-story villas, nestled on a white sandy beach with mesmerizing sunset views.
Villa #6 is the closest home to the water and has undergone a complete makeover both inside and out. A large, communal freshwater pool with sundeck and cabana sits just behind the home. Free off-street parking is also just 100 feet from the front door.
The lower level living areas and kitchen open to a generously sized screened lanai overlooking the waterfront. Furnished with an alfresco dining table the lanai faces westward for excellent sunset dinners! The living area is furnished with comfy sofa seating and a large SmartTV.
The remodeled kitchen features modern appliances and everything you need to prepare a home-cooked meal. Cookware, dishware, glassware, and utensils are all included. A charcoal grill is also provided for beachfront cookouts.
The home's 3 bedroom suites are split across two levels with two upstairs and one downstairs offering privacy for couples and large families. The upper-level suites enjoy walkout access to a private screened balcony with elevated ocean views.
*** Sleeping Arrangements *** (Licensed to sleep 6 guests max.) -- Bedroom 1: lower-level, king bed, oceanfront, ensuite with shower. -- Bedroom 2: primary suite, upper-level, king bed, oceanfront, private screened balcony, ensuite with dual vanity, large double shower with water wand and bench. -- Bedroom 3: upper-level, two queen beds, oceanfront, private screened balcony, ensuite with shower.
The owner provides one single kayak for guest use. Further kayaks and paddleboards are available for discounted rental. Access to a private fitness facility is included, as well as complimentary snorkel gear check-out.
The blue water in front of the villa is shallow with a soft bottom. Recreational swimming and snorkeling are best enjoyed at the Rum Point Club, just a 10-minute walk north. There you will find watersports from kayak and jet ski rentals to guided dives. There's also a restaurant serving lunch and dinner, plus an open-air beach bar, and a gift shop.
The Kaibo is another popular spot with a beach bar, two restaurants, a marina, and a coffee shop all conveniently located across the street! Stingray City excursions and ferry service to Seven Mile Beach depart from the Kaibo marina.
Combined with its central location on the Cayman Kai peninsula, walkable to water activities, family-friendly restaurants, and laid-back beach bars, this island getaway will surely become a guest favorite.
Come and experience easy island living in beautiful Cayman Kai!
*Note: A Cleaning Fee is included due to enhanced cleaning, sanitation, and inspection protocols. **Single and tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) are available for discounted rental. Signed waiver is required. ==================
***Rate Details*** -- 13% Occupancy Tax added to all rates. -- 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Guest Services Membership. -- Accidental Damage Protection added to all rates. -- A $195 Departure Cleaning Fee is added for all stays.
***Booking Rules*** -- Christmas & New Year's dates are split into two rental periods. Please inquire about your travel dates before 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.
***Grand Cayman Villas & Condos Guest Services*** The 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Guest Services Membership.
***Member Benefits*** -- Complimentary use of snorkel equipment -- Complimentary pack-n-plays, booster seats, & baby gates -- Guest Services Discount Card for 10% savings with our restaurant partners -- 10% Advance Booking Discount for a private Stingray City charter -- Complimentary early check-in, if no check out on same day -- Centralized on-island Guest Services & Welcome Center -- Unlimited use of Private Fitness Center (18+ yrs.) -- Business Center Access: computers, printer, scanner, & FedEx/DHL supplies -- Referral to preferred vendors, guest services desk assistance -- Single/tandem kayaks & paddleboards are available for discounted rental. A signed waiver is required.
***Nearby Points of Interest*** -- Short walk to the island's Bioluminescent Bay -- The Kaibo Beach Bar restaurants, coffee shop, and marina are across the street. -- 13-minute walk to the Rum Point Club. -- 10-minute walk to Starfish Point -- 5 miles to the nearest grocery store, Chisholm's Grocery -- 6.5 miles to Over the Edge restaurant -- 7 miles to Cayman Crystal Caves -- 9 miles to our Guest Services Welcome Center -- 14 miles to the nearest supermarket, Foster's Express -- 26.5 miles (50 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. For rental cars, we recommend Budget Cayman, Avis, or Marshalls.
***Beach Notes*** All beaches in Grand Cayman are technically public since the Crown owns up to the high watermark. Be advised, the beach or water entry behind your property may vary slightly from the images displayed due to shifting weather and tide patterns. The next-door beach is also always available for your use. We advise guests to wear foot protection (pool socks or aqua shoes) when entering the ocean to avoid injury on coral heads, ironshore, or rocks.
***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. This is VERY RARE for homes along the Cayman Kai Cove.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Massage
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car available
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Charcoal grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
Our hospitality team will follow up after booking for your contact info & email address.
All guests must check in at our Welcome Center at 846 Frank Sound Road. Directions will be emailed to you 2 weeks before arrival.
A signed Rental Agreement is required after booking. Click on the Rental Agreement link below for details and our full cancellation policy.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Located in North Side, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grand Cayman Beaches and Seven Mile Beach. Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park and Governor Michael Gore Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Visit our North Side travel guide
Does Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo located?
Nestled on the beach, this North Side holiday home is just steps away from Star Fish Point and North Sound. Starfish Beach and Cayman Kai Public Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Gardens of the Kai #6: Two-Story Beachfront Villa w/Shared Pool; Walk to Rum Point Club + Kaibo Reviews
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The home is comfortable and clean. Kitchen is well stocked with equipment to cook meals. The location is fantastic; you walk down the front steps onto a calm, quiet, beautiful beach.
Everything about the property was perfect: amazing location right on the beach, the house has everything you need and the screen porch is the best! Definitely rent a car, do the stingray tour and have a meal at the Rum Point Beach Club. Already planning our 2025 return trip.
This is a beautiful part of the island on a nice calmer bay. The place is right on the water and the views are even better than the pics. The condo is very well furnished and was very comfortable for our family of 5 adults. We were extremely satisfied and loved being in close proximity to Cayman Kai, Rum Point, and Starfish point. This is a fantastic option for those wanting to be off the beaten path of seven mile beach. We would definitely recommend this place and would love to come back!
We had a wonderful visit! The house was lovely and fit our needs perfectly for a family of 4 (2 teenagers). House and view was exactly as the photos depicted. We enjoyed the kayaks and snorkeling daily. Dined at Kaibo and Rum Point multiple times. Starfish point and Bioluminescent Bay were great attractions. But overall most enjoyed the peacefulness of the house and location! Richard was great to work with!
Looking forward to returning!
This was our 2nd trip to Grand Cayman - we first stayed at a resort on 7 mile beach. This time we wanted something a little quieter with a little more room and this was perfect. We (husband/wife/2 teens) stayed for a week in late June 2024. We loved being able to walk out of the door and directly down to the beach where we snorkeled, kayaked, and paddle boarded (we supplemented the included kayak with additional rentals).
Location - While it's not the middle of things like SMB, there are local restaurants that were great, plus we stocked up from the larger grocery stores and then supplemented with the local smaller market. While it's a bit of a hike from SMB and Georgetown, the tradeoff of relative quiet & chill vibe was much worth the longer drive. We still took trips to other parts of the island, but it was great to come back & watch some of the most amazing sunsets.
The Villa - The villa is beautiful - we found it clean and comfortable. Plenty of room for a family of 4 to spread out.
The Beach - it's in sort of a cove, and we found we could kayak and paddle board pretty far out and still feel comfortable. Snorkeling we saw a variety of small fish, a few crabs, and even a lobster.
The checkin process was smooth and the few things we needed we emailed the caretaker and got a reasonably quick response.
We loved the area, the villa, and our trip. Highly recommend.
Property is nicer than pictures suggest. Everything is thought through and convenient. Beach is amazing. Really warm in April. Perfect place if you are looking for some privacy.
No Sargassum! Other parts of island were experiencing sargassum but this section is tucked away. June/July was hot but only a few neighbors. Beach to ourselves. Loved the Northside of the island. Nice and quiet. Kitchen pots/pans NOT worn out and well stocked.
From the moment we booked until leaving the Caymans to head home, this property worked perfectly. Richard is excellent with communications, the home is beautiful, and the location couldn't be better for the 8 of us. The home was spacious, VERY well appointed, well thought out, and with beautiful views to accompany it. Richard has, I believe, thought of everything a guest in the Cayman Islands might need. I can't say enough good things and we'll be staying at the Beach Pad again next time we come back.
This property was such a great location for us. It looked just like the pictures in the listing. It was very clean, updated, and had everything we needed. Very spacious. What I really liked was the location. It was private and quiet. We used the kayaks everyday and snorkeled right in front of the villa. Many fish and starfish to see. We walked to starfish point as well as some local restaurants. We would definitely stay here again. Kids loved it.
The house was perfect for our family of 7. It was clean, nicely furnished and in the best location. We had the most wonderful time watching sunsets out front, relaxing and wishing we stayed longer than 6 days. All of us including children ages 5 snd 9 used the kayaks that were available, swam in the pool by ourselves and enjoyed the beautiful beach right out front of the house. The house is walking distance to the most beautiful sunrises, Kaibo Restaurant and the Ferry to Camana bay/7 mile beach. We will recommend the “Beach Pad” to our friends and family. Thank you Richard for being so prompt in responding to our texts and emails.
Five stars is not enough for the 'Beach Pad'. It was clean, spacious and well appropriated for 3 couples wanting to enjoy the relaxing side of the island. I cannot imagine a more perfect beach or a bay to Paddle Board, Kayak or Snorkel in. The 'locals' in the community are immediately welcoming and genuinely interested in helping you as best they can. We would suggest Tukka's restaurant on the East End, the Kaibo Beach Club luau (Tuesday night) and an excursion to Stingray City. We are already discussing when to return. (Shout out to MaryBeth for being so welcoming).
We wanted a quiet away from all the cruise boat crowds to relax and the Beachpad didn’t disappoint on any aspects. The location is just place to stay for a quiet relaxing time time inside and out, yet close enough to walk (or kayak) to a few places to visit- Starfish point, Rum Point, and Bioluminescent Bay. The place was very clean and had plenty of towels and seats for everyone inside and outside on the beach. The kitchen is well stocked and had everything we needed to cook and make dinners for our group of five. We brought our own snorkel gear and were able to see the local huge lobster that hangs out near the tubes in the swimming area right in front. We also used the kayaks just about every night to paddle out and watch the sunsets from the water, which our son loved doing. It was truly the best view and location for a quiet place to stay and relax and we would love to come back and stay again.
Short summary: Absolutely incredible, just book it!
This was not our first time to the island but it was indeed our most favorite thanks to the pristine home, amenities, and location. I feel incredibly lucky that we happened upon this listing and it was available for our week long stay. The house was very well appointed from furniture to the quality of the bed linens and towels; it’s just beautiful! Everything we could need had already been thought of and made available. The proximity to the beach and water (right outside the porch) simply cannot be beat. If you are a water lover (swimming, snorkeling, kayaking) you most definitely want to be here. Every morning, there were plenty of starfish and other creatures to be found (stingrays, conch, a myriad of fish, crab, lobster, and even a turtle one morning!) The provided kayaks were used every single day of our stay and so appreciated. There are plenty of beach towels in the house and chairs outside for all. The sunsets every evening followed by the most magnificent and clear skies made it all the more serene and paradise-like. On top of it all, Richard’s communication was very impressive from booking through the end of our stay which is something I greatly appreciated. I’ve already indicated to him that we will be back. It’s truly a special place and I highly recommend staying here!