The Most Beautiful Seaside Rental on Cayman Brac

• Better than we could have imagined.

  Better than we could have imagined.

  • Guest Curly
  • Date of stay 03/11/13
  • Review Submitted 03/15/13
  The location is perfect, "aunt" Minnie and Hank are friendly, helpful, sweet and accommodating.They know everything about the island which will take one day to explore.The apartment is ridiculously beautiful, ON the ocean, and so quiet we can't tell you what it is like not to hear another human.Just waves, wind, and relaxation beyond description.If you hate crowds as much as we do, this is the place for you. Lie down in the hammocks, sit and talk with Minnie and Hank, sit in the sun, close your eyes and take in the air and sea. Barbeque your dinner, sleep with all the windows and doors open because it is paradise found. Don't bring too many clothes because you only need shorts, tee shirts and bathing suits. Go snorkeling or diving (i had NO idea what I was doing but the Brac Scuba Shack was superb and low key), and go hiking along in local caves, eat in Star Island for excellent conch and fish fingers for under 30 US dollars. We cannot say enough about our apartment and how beautiful it is. Asian influence, decorated lovingly and tastefully. Minnie is just lovely and Hank is a sweetheart and had fresh grouper for us. We are already planning next year's trip. Don't bring little little children unless they are well behaved, quiet and know how to treat property with respect.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you for this very sweet review! It was a joy to have you here. I loved watching the two of you blossom into real Brackers during your time here - color in your faces and a glow of relaxation all over you. This is what I love the most about sharing Featherstone - seeing my guests come in dressed in their daily stresses and leave dressed in sunshine and a calmness that I know will last them until the next time around. I SO look forward to your next visit and tell Tom that I will hunt out some Cuban cigars for him when he comes again. So happy you could "make up" that day you lost in the beginning due to that storm in NY. I really am an "Aunt" Minnie with 4 wonderful nieces and a nephew to my credit!

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• No words could describe

  No words could describe

  • Guest Curly
  • Date of stay 03/11/13
  • Review Submitted 03/15/13
  The location is perfect, "aunt" Minnie and Hank are friendly, helpful, sweet and accommodating.They know everything about the island which will take one day to explore.The apartment is ridiculously beautiful, ON the ocean, and so quiet we can't tell you what it is like not to hear another human.Just waves, wind, and relaxation beyond description.If you hate crowds as much as we do, this is the place for you. Lie down in the hammocks, get fish from Hank, sit in the sun, close your eyes and take in the air and sea. Barbeque your dinner, sleep with all the windows and doors open because it is paradise found. Don't bring too many clothes because you only need shorts, tee shirts and bathing suits. Go snorkeling or diving (i had NO idea what I was doing but the Brac Scuba Shack was superb and low key), and go hiking along in local caves, eat in Star Island for excellent conch and fish fingers for under 30 US dollars. We cannot say enough about our apartment and how beautiful it is. Asian influence, decorated lovingly and tastefully. Minnie is just lovely and we are already planning next year's trip. Don't bring little little children unless they are well behaved, quiet and know how to treat property with respect.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Vacation in Paradise

  Vacation in Paradise

  • Guest Maria
  • Date of stay 01/16/13
  • Review Submitted 01/31/13
  We spent 10 days in January at this beautiful property (in the apartment on the 1st floor of the owner's house). We fell in love with the island, the house and the owner - Minnie Branch. The island is so private that at times we felt to be the only visitors around. Our daughter was diving (with Martin's Brac Scuba Shack, phone number is in the information binder in the apartment), my husband and I were biking, hiking, snorkeling, stars glazing, reading in the hammocks. We have not turned the TV even once. We slept with the doors open and enjoyed the breeze (we didnt used the AC). This is the only vacation place we all would like to come back to, even though in our 40+ years of travel we don't do the "repeats". It does not feel like a rental. You feel being at your own summer house that happened to be located on a beautiful, very private beach. Everything is sparkling clean (including the fully equipped kitchen and the bathroom - the things I am very particular about) and beautifully decorated. The pictures do not do justice to this place. You will have "WOW'" effect the minute you arrive. Car rental is a must, ask Minnie to arrange it for you - she will get you the best deal and pick up at the airport. Bring your own coffee if you don't like instant coffee. There is a drip coffee maker but the shops on the island do not carry good coffee, plus there is no a coffee shop. Ask Hank (Minnie's partner) to take you snorkeling to the ship wrack. He is an incredible person and will make your snorkeling safari very enjoyable and safe, and you will see much more compare to if you do it alone (thanks to Hank's pointers, we saw turtles, barracuda, rays and more). His rates are very reasonable. I also recommend asking Hank to sell you fresh fish to grill on a small deck off your kitchen, and it will be the best food you would have on this island. Also, bike go to NIM (a local craft shop, turn left on the main road and go all the way to the end of the island, to Long Beach. NIM is on the right side in a cute private house). Unique stuff and you will be treated to a to-die-for-key-lime-pie by the artist's wife.Minnie and Hank are very respectful of their guests' privacy. If you do not feel like socializing, you will not be disturbed. If you want to learn more about the island and the house, do talk to Minnie and chat with Hank, and you will discover new friends. Minnie, Hank, thank you very much for making our stay so wonderful. We already miss you! Maria/Mike/Jenny

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: This beautiful family lent grace to Featherstone throughout their stay. When they left I felt like members of my own family had gone. I know they will be back because their daughter is set on moving to the Brac and working when she finishes school. That return visit can't come soon enough for me! Thank you all for this kind review.

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• Truly a slice of paradise

  Truly a slice of paradise

  • Guest Brian
  • Date of stay 07/14/12
  • Review Submitted 08/24/12
  I spent seven delightful days at the Featherstone. Just what I needed. A hammock, quiet & private beach, good book and terrific sea breezes. Minnie was a complete joy to rent from. Terrific communicator who provided wonderful insight on travel, car rental and what to do on the island. If you desire peace and quiet on a caribbean island, then this is the place for you. This is not at all a touristy destination. You won't find chain restaurants here, but you will eat delicious food in quality restaurants. And you won't walk away hungry. If you eat in, everything you need is in the kitchen and there are grocery stores close by. I highly recommended this property.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Thank you, Brian, for this kind review. I am so happy that you loved Featherstone and that it could provide exactly what you needed in a break from work and stress. Please come visit again!

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• Fell in love with Cayman Brac...

  Fell in love with Cayman Brac...

  • Guest Ginny
  • Date of stay 06/16/12
  • Review Submitted 07/10/12
  My husband and I just returned from our first Cayman Brac vacation. Each day of our stay we fell asleep and awoke to the calming sound of the surf. Every morning, upon awakening--we'd grab a cup of coffee, move to either the chairs or the hammock on the porch and drink coffee while watching the ocean advance and recede. It was the closest I've come to meditating! Our "digs" while there were soooo perfect. It was obvious that Minnie had given careful attention to things that simply make your vacation more comfortable--like a clean, beautiful and comfortable environment (A wonderful Asian influence present in much of the decor)good sheets and nice sized ceramic mugs for coffee! The neatly-tended palm trees and plantings were carefully surrounded with conch shells and pieces of coral. Hank:). Bikes and a kayak were available for us to use. Minnie provided us with recommendations about everything from where to buy groceries, restaurants and activities. Her recommendations were right on the money! If there were any other questions that we had Minnie or Hank always had gracious responses. Recommendations we would make (other than hanging out at Featherstone and figuring out how to relax again...) follow; Take the time to SLOW DOWN and really appreciate the slower pace and quiet beauty of the island. USE the bikes! It's a great way to see the island from a different point of view. One great ride to take--the Pioneer Bakery in the east end (cinnamon rolls and coconut bread on Mondays--meat pies on Fridays)--Use the kayak, if only to watch the color of the water change as you paddle out. Go snorkeling at Buccaneer--freaking amazing. We enjoyed listening to the stories of Teneson Scott at NIM--his wife Starr made us lemonade and gave us mangoes. Go hiking! The view from the bluff at the Lighthouse can only be described as awesome. Take the Long Beach walk--you'll see why. Check out at least one cave. Minnie is right, Raymond Scott makes beautiful Caymanite jewelry--visit his shop, his wife is soo genuine and charming. We dove with the crew at Brac Reef and had a great experience. We also shore dove with Martin Van der Touw at Brac Scuba shack--shore diving is really affordable and on certain sites really easy entries and exits. Minnie's grand-daughter Kate was visiting during our first week--what a wonderful soul! So very much the same divine spirit as her Gram. Hank is also special and is a great source of island info. I ardently recommend Featherstone.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: WOW! What can I say but "thank you" for this beautiful tribute to Featherstone! You are a darling, wonderful and interesting couple and it was my privilege to be on the island while you were there to get to know you and now count you as friends. You have given such a exceptional insight into things to see and do on the Brac. I really appreciate that for others who are considering coming to our special little island. It is difficult for me to convey to people who have never been just what an unusually unique place it is. It is one of the few places where you can go that has remained "real" and "pure" in terms of maintaining its natural charm and not relinquished to the pull of greed and over development. I am so very happy that you loved it! Please come again and soon!!!

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• Paradise!

  Paradise!

  • Guest Holly
  • Date of stay 06/20/12
  • Review Submitted 06/30/12
  What a beautiful time we had! Every morning waking up to a beautiful sunrise while having coffee on the beach. Minnie is a true gem! We felt like family while we stayed at Featherstone. Our days were filled with exploring this beautiful island, snorkeling off a variety of reefs, bike riding and kayaking. The locals were so helpful and always made us feel welcome. We HIGHLY recommend staying with Minnie if you want to feel like your at "home." Looking forward to our next visit!! Holly & John Gilbert Arizona

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Holly and John were ideal guests. It is always a delight for me to watch my guests enjoy Featherstone. I am so invested in making sure that the people who come stay with me have the very best of what Cayman Brac has to offer. It thrills me that the work I have put into this place gives so much pleasure to others. I know it has a very special energy that immediately puts you at ease and takes away the stress of everyday life. Its purpose while I own it is to help heal the souls of those who share it and to send my renters; my friends home with renewed spirit. Thank you for this sweet review!

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• The Perfect Relax Spot :)

  The Perfect Relax Spot :)

  • Guest sandy
  • Date of stay 05/07/12
  • Review Submitted 05/16/12
  What a amazing place, lets start with the owner Minnie Branch that gave us the best hospitality you ever imagine in any other resort, when we got there Minnie had reserve a car for us and it was waiting for us at the airport, btw driving is on the left that was pretty cool, this House is kept beautiful clean with nice Caribbean plants and coconut tree. we would wake up in the morning and my husband and i would make breakfast together and set up the table in the porch we would sit down facing the beach and that nice ocean breeze unforgettable, we would plan our day going diving at the reef resort and see the amazing marine life & reefs some days we would go bike riding which i suggest its amazing you discover soo much better than car, u can also plan your day by hiking which was real nice, u definite need to experience the nice ride to the Light House go prepared with water and a nice snack or sandwich and definite tennis shoes or hiking shoes these are rocky area but it's amazing, our last day we celebrated outside my husband grilled a nice dinner with candle lights and music it was indescribable, we will definite come back, we have travel to many countries but this was the best we recommend it and hopping that you will have a amazing time like we did

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Sandy and Mario! How I miss your energetic and enthusiastic greeting every morning! You were a pleasure to have at Featherstone and I look forward to your return. I do not know whey VRBO and HomeAway insist on recommending my rentals (259122 and 15435) only to 55+. I have happy couples come in their 20's all the way to their 70's. There is no restriction where enjoyment of this gorgeous island and Featherstone is concerned.

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• Paradise found on the Brac

  Paradise found on the Brac

  • Guest Cyndy and John
  • Date of stay 01/07/12
  • Review Submitted 01/19/12
  Featherstone is the place to go if you want to stay in beautiful surroundings, fantastic weather and a non touristy area. The photos are accurate but they don't really do justice to how pretty and peaceful this location is. The place is postcard perfect. Minnie is the ultimate hostess and made sure that we had everything we needed and addressed any questions we had. Cayman Brac was an amazing break for us. Staying on Bamboo Bay put us in the middle practically of everything. Essentials you need - water shoes for the iron shore, good books and a camera. Everything else we needed was already there. The hammocks are an afternoon delight. Hank and Minnie made our stay there terrific - we now feel rejuvenated and ready to go. Thank you both, Cyndy and John

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Oh, you two! We miss you already! I think I should build a big hostel where my guests can come and stay for all time. I get the best people in the world but the downside is that they leave and I have to miss them! Thank you for your wonderful review. It was truly my pleasure to have you here. Please come again and soon.

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• Will never forget this vacation for many reasons

  Will never forget this vacation for many reasons

  • Guest Happy Traveler
  • Date of stay 08/19/11
  • Review Submitted 10/27/11
  This review is coming from a traveler. I have been all over the world and seen many great things. So with that said my trip to Caymen Broc was simply amazing. The property was beautiful. I wanted a place on the ocean with privacy. I was not disappointed. Everything about this place was perfect. I loved waking up in the morning with my cup of java and looking out over property and ocean , then taking a morning swim to really get the day going. I went with my beautiful girlfriend and wanted a quite, romantic vacation. I wanted a place were u felt the island was yours. It was very quite but the same time very adventures. Everyday we explored the island with outstanding snorkeling, hiking, cave exploring , fishing, dining and meeting great locals. We met a local couple who took us under there wings. They took us fishing then cooked the fish for us. Another night they invited us for dinner and fed us the local flavors, it was outstanding. Meeting these wonderful people is something I will never forget. Let me talk about Minnie. Minnie was a great host and she took care of us . She also helped me with my engagement to my girlfriend. This was done on the beach with a beautiful sun set dinner. Minnie went way above the call of duty with helping me with my proposal and I will never forget that day. Thank you so much Minnie! If your looking for a beautiful, relaxing, adventures, romantic place then this is what you want to do. Trust me when I say this, you will not be disappointed! I could go on and on about the Brac and Minnies property, it was truly a vacation I will hold dear to my heart for many reasons.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I will never forget this beautiful couple and the absolute joy and surprise on the face of the fiancee when Jeff popped the question. She was floating on air the entire time and to watch them having such fun and seeing their love against the beauty of the sky and sea is a picture that I will always treasure. Thank you for this wonderful review. I cherish it!

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• Peaceful Palms

  Peaceful Palms

  • Guest Sweet Nancy
  • Date of stay 04/16/11
  • Review Submitted 05/15/11
  There is nothing like waking up,looking out the doors without leaving bed, and seeing Palm trees and blue water! Though a cup of coffee on the porch wasn't too bad either...then there are the hammocks too! The veiw is wonderful and the cottage is so comfortable and cozy. The property is beautiful, very private,clean and Hank and Minnie are fantastic hosts, even the dog! My husband and I felt right at home! This is not an island to walk the beaches, it is an iron shore. Don't expect to cut loose in bars, but if you enjoy great snorkeling, privacy and peace and quiet, its what you are looking for. The Brac is very quiet and undeveloped. Visit the Brac Reef Resort for lunch or dinner. A few local places are fun too- Minnie will give you the low down on whats happening!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: For certain "Sweet Nancy" is the perfect name for this guest! Once again proof positive that Featherstone gets the best travelers to Cayman Brac. Regarding walking the beaches: It is true that you can't take long hikes on the beach without wearing tennis shoes and it is not the long sandy stretches advertised on many beach locations but we do have wonderful places for long walks that are great. The East End Road provides a path that will take you all the way to the bluff's edge along the coast. There is nothing quite like standing under this mighty 143 ft. high bluff with the sea to your left and the unbelievable image of this rock to your right. You can imagine the world as it was when it was covered with water as you look at the different ages that helped develop this feature of our island. The next time you come, Sweet Nancy, we are going to a bar where you can definitely "cut loose" but we are just going to dance and watch! Thank you for this wonderful review. It was a good visit with you. Come again and soon!

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$975/week which includes the 13% tourist tax.
50% Deposit at booking.
Balance DUE 30 days before visit.
Weeks are generally Sunday to Sunday but ask if other days are available.
Please note that I do not keep a rental calendar on this site because
the apartment stays rented so often that I can't keep it up to date.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.