Location: Cayman Kai, North Shore, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Caribbean (Restaurants 2min; diveboats 3min;AP 45min;groceries 5 min) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Condominium,cottage, sea lodge,apartment
CAYMAN KAI ORIGINAL ISLAND BEACHFRONT LIVING 1 Bedroom Condo Rental by Owner in the friendly tropical community of Cayman Kai at Rum Point on Grand Cayman Island is set on the beautiful sandy Caribbean sea, protected by a living reef 150-200 yards offshore. Secluded...it is far from the hustle and bustle of Seven Mile Beach. This is the place to "decompress". Sorry, no TV and no current newspapers within miles!
Step out the back door of your Cayman Kai Rental Condo to swim, snorkel, and scuba dive, in perfectly clear warm Caribbean water; take an endless walk on a timeless beach; or sunbathe, read a book, and sip a Pina Colada from the sea lodge's blender. Living room and bedroom open to a screened porch looking out to the sea. All rooms have Caribbean views. Don't forget to put your experience on paper in our guestbook. We want to know what you think, what needs attention and whay we can do to make the sea lodge more comfortable for our guests.
Original Island Beachfront Living is simple, yet elegant. Open architecture allows the trade-winds to naturally cool each room. Sloped roofs collect precious rainwater for the cisterns. The hammock becomes a favorite place to nap. Dining is often on screened porches with pleasant conversation under starfilled skies. Time slows. You get in touch with the part of you that is too often overlooked. A new perspective awaits.
Although our guests come here to get away from the fast paced work world, we understand that some business people cannot go on vacation without internet access. For this reason we do provide broadband wireless and Ethernet access to internet. All you need is your laptop.
Original Island Beachfront Living is located in the Sea Lodges of Cayman Kai, Rum Point. Sixteen ground floor condos share 3.5 acres and own 400 feet of beachfront.It is miles away from the touristy areas and only 115 feet from waters edge. Yet it is only 5 minutes from groceries, a 10 minute walk along the beach to the Wreck beach bar and grill, and just a 3 minute car ride to two elegant restaurants. Grand Cayman, the Island, is located 375 miles south of Key West, 260 miles south of Havana, Cuba, and 175 miles West of Jamaica.
Original Island Beachfront Living offers easy access to North Wall diving and snorkeling right out your door. You will be minutes from Red Sail Sports, elegant dining at the Rum Point Club and The Kaibo Yacht Club, or a lost afternoon at The Wreck beach bar. Red Sail offers many watersport services and several daily trips to the famous Sting Ray City, a 10 minute boat ride away.
Other activities in the area include Catamaran rides, lunch-snorkel picnics,glass-bottom boat tours, sunset dinner cruises,kayak or hiking eco tours, tennis, Certification and other scuba courses, night dives, and nitrox dives; Cayman Botanical Gardens, ecology hikes, and birding.
This 910 square foot sea lodge has been inspected annually and licensed since 1999 by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism. The License number is A-132. It is your assurance that this condo meets or exceeds the standards set by the Cayman Islands Government for the assurance of quality accommodations for visitors.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Located in the Sea Lodge
- Dryer : Located in the Sea Lodge
- Linens Provided : also beach towels provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : Where you can see the Caribbean from your pillow.
- Convertible Bed : Queen size Futon with extra thick mattress for comfortable sleeping.
- Crib : Available upon request.
- Entertainment
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Corian counters and sink. Flat top electric oven, Microwave, Coffee Maker, Blender, 4 Slot Toaster.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Separate Upper Freezer Compartment
- Microwave : Located over the range.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : 2 screened patios, one seafront with a better view than any restaurant on the island... Eat at home.. why go anywhere else?/
- Lanai (2) : Lanai - screened, and open air habitats at each of the 2 entrances.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Your backyard is a beach on the Caribbean Sea..
- Beach View
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 910 square feet, two screened porches, Phone (all local calls free), Blender, Washer/Dryer, 250 book library, Charcoal BBQ, All Rooms have Over-head Fans, Linens, Towels, Beach Towels provided, Beach Chaises, Beach Chairs, Hammocks, Binoculars, Stereo with AM/FM/CD/Tape Player, DVD/monitor, iron and board, Maid service & Grocery Shopping Service optional at $20, Ask for Crib/High Chair, Fax or e-mail your grocery shopping list to our manager and arrive with a full refrigerator and pantry!($20)Wireless and Ethernet Internet access.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : But wish we could...
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- kayaking,sailing, and Boating at Red Sail 1/2 mile away, Fine dining, Beach Bar, Good Beachcombing, Bird Watching, or just lying in the hammock, Cooking Service & Baby-sitting Services available in neighborhood Visit the Turtle Farm, Botanical Gardens or the Inland Mastic Trail
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 1-June 14 .. $175/night...$1225/wk June 15-October 31...$145/night..$980/wk
November 1- December 21...$175/night...$1225/wk Jan6-April30..$210/nt..$1400/wk
Summer Months of July, August, Sept, October...$2650/month
Christmas Week $1750 New Years Week $1750
Rates for 2 Guests.3rd & 4th Guests $15/night/guest OR In Summer $10/night/guest.
Add 10% Cayman Accommodations Tax on All Rates.
Please see "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR" under "Links to more information" below!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- View the beautiful Caribbean Sea from your "Back Porch" - Grand Cayman/Cayman Kai, Cayman Islands - Vacation Rental at Rum Point in the British West Indies!
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- Kiwi Kai - we're the blue one... - Grand Cayman/Cayman Kai, Cayman Islands - Vacation Rental at Rum Point in the British West Indies!
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- Take time to relax and reflect..., - Grand Cayman/Cayman Kai, Cayman Islands - Vacation Rental at Rum Point in the British West Indies!
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- Queen Futon sleeps third and fourth guests comfortably
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- Living Room has a library of over 250 Novels and Non-Fiction Books to enjoy.
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- Up to date kitchen w/flat top stove, desk with wireless and ethernet connection
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- The view from your king size bed.
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- Come on In!
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- Welcome to Our Back Yard
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- Snorkel right outside the door from your nearly private beach.
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- Crystal clear water at 12 feet and 80 degrees..So much to see...
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- Take Glass Bottom Boat to Sting Ray City with Capt. Jimmy (1/4 mi.away)
Traveler Reviews (31)
Our New Favourite Place in Paradise
Guest: jim t.
(Rosemont ONTARIO Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/13/11
Review Submitted: 12/30/11
If you truly want to spend time in paradise and you have every seen the commercials on TV with the water so blue and clear and perfect beaches and you say to yourself I want to be there... going to Grand Cayman Island you will be there and the Sea Lodge is the perfect place to stay to see all that is offered. It's pretty much a private beach with the best snorkeling ever right in your back yard. Susan provides your every need and more... it truly is better than any five star hotel. Right from the start using McCurley's for your car rental who makes everything so easy for you by picking you up at the airport and driving you to the Sea lodge where your car is waiting for you and picking you up after your stay I must say this service is the best! There is a number of units but Susan unit is the best location, it protects you from the wind and the view from the time you wake up until the sun goes down is just a beautiful sight. Susan provides the best customer service and we have recommended this property to our family and friends. We found that we did spend most of our time cooking meals as eating out can be very expensive but when we did eat out the food was very good. We do expect to return in the near future with our grandchildren as we want to share this wonderful place with them. Jim and Dianne Rosemont, Ontario Canada
Recommended for:
The Perfect Place to Honeymoon!
Guest: Sarah D.
Date of Stay: 06/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
Kiwi Kai is the perfect private island getaway. If you want peace and quiet, an empty beach with crystal clear water, soft clean sand, and no big waves...this is it. You are only steps away from the ocean and can see it from almost every room in the house. We rarely saw anyone outside and almost never saw anyone else down on the beach. You can easily walk the beach to Rum Point for lunch or drinks. And not far down the road is a restaurant called Over the Edge, which we went to for dinner twice. They have the most amazing key lime pie!! And you sit on a deck that extends out over the water. Gorgeous even after dark...they have lights under the water. Susan was amazingly nice, helpful and very easy to get in contact with. Every detail is included in the info. sheets. Tons of helpful info. on shopping and dining as well. The house was exceptionally clean and there were fresh flowers in vases on the kitchen table and even out on the porch! The first few days were very breezy, but it got very hot and humid toward the end of the trip. The heat was a little hard to adjust to. It stormed a few times, but it would rain for 5 or 10 minutes, then the sun would come out and everything would dry right up. There was never a "rainy day" like we have here. We highly recommend McCurley's for a rental car. We found ourselves driving all over the island almost every day. Visited the turtle farm, Hell, George Town for shopping, and just drove all around the East End to see what was there. We stopped at a lot of the little public beaches to take pictures and walk out on the piers. We tried to cook our own food to save money, but found ourselves out for breakfast several times (Wendy's & Dunkin Donuts) and most dinners! Lunch at The Hard Rock gives a wonderful view of the cruise ships and the colorful buildings & shops in George Town. Got lots of pics with an underwater camera...lots of different fish, lobsters, and rays. Amazing snorkeling in front of the house. Also a great selection of books! It was wonderful to just sit and read instead of watching TV. It was so good to be on the quiet side of the island. I definitely recommend Kiwi Kai to anyone traveling to Grand Cayman. It was such a wonderful experience. We definitely hope to return someday!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.
Great Island Get Away!!!
Guest: Dorrie & Jason
(Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/26/11
We stayed at Kiwi Kai in May 2011 - the cottage is as it's depicted in the photos - bright, comfy, and airy. We had the doors open to allow the breeze through and when the breeze slowed, the ample fans provided kept the sea air moving through the house. The grill was great to have for cooking meals at home. We found the house to have all the appliances needed for a meals at home. Susan was amazingly accommodating. She answered every question I had in a timely manner and her information gave us a good orientation to activities, dining, and shopping on the island. All of her recommendations were spot on and made our trip all the better. The beach and reef outside the cottages was honestly better than the snorkeling excursions out at Stingray city. We saw rays, tons of fish, and lots of beautiful coral. The water was crystal clear and you can swim to Rum Point taking in the sea life. It was wonderful, we'd go out twice a day We also liked the proximity to Rum Point for additional snorkeling, activities, and for a quick drink or meal. I would recommend the Kiwi Kai to anyone looking for a simple, quiet, relaxing island experience.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.
Paradise at Kiwi Kai
Guest: Paul & Carol
(Toronto Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/01/11
Review Submitted: 05/14/11
We just spent 1 week at Susan's Sea Lodge and wished we spent more time. It is very relaxing and beautiful seeing the color of the ocean and feeling the breeze at all times.It has everything that you could want and more. Rum point just minutes down the road was a wonderful place to stay for the day or just a short time. Great time at Kaibo bar as well with great curried grouper. Saw other parts of the island and wished we saw more.Will be going back soon I hope. Susan makes everything special.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Home Away From Home
Guest: Myleo
(Aiken, SC USA)
Date of Stay: 04/05/11
Review Submitted: 04/22/11
We spent 2 wonderful weeks at Kiwi Kai and didn't want to leave. Susan provided everything we needed. It was spotlessly clean and well furnished, not overdone. Kiwi Kai is a quiet, relaxing cottage overlooking the blue waters of the ocean. The beach was void of people, except those staying at Sea Lodges and the sand was very soft. With no TV, we reconnected to the way life should be. We had plenty of books and DVD's to entertain us. We found plenty to do in the area: swim with sting rays, snorkel, swim, shop, visit Botanical Gardens, eat and drink. A variety of good restaurants are nearby (some within walking distance) that were not as pricey as the ones in and near George Town, but everyone should try at least one "special" restaurant while on the island. Cooking in is a real money saver and Hurley's Food store has lots of fresh fish. It was a wonderful vacation and we plan to return next year to "the quiet side of the island".
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
Our BEST vacation yet!
Guest: Louise and Derek
(Calgary, AB)
Date of Stay: 12/21/10
Review Submitted: 01/20/11
Kiwi Kai really is the perfect location to experience pure relaxation in the Grand Cayman. Susan has thought of everything, was highly attentive to all of our needs and did everything to ensure that our stay was a pleasant one. Located on the North Side of the island, a rental car is an absolute must, and we highly recommened McCurley's who provide a great service. They greet you at the airport and take you to the sea lodge where your vehicle awaits. Having been to Cayman before, we knew that Rankin's Jerk Centre in Bodden Town serves amazing jerk chicken, so we asked Beth-Ann if we could stop on the way to pick up lunch - no problem! They also stopped at a liquor store for us as well. On our arrival, we were delighted to find that Barbara had done all our grocery shopping for us - an excellent service! - it was just like coming home. A stocked pantry, full fridge, fresh fruit and fresh flowers on the table. It really set an incredibly welcoming tone. Barbara had been very thorough with our shopping list, and managed to get everything we had asked for. Kiwi Kai was equipped with everything we needed for a 3 week home-from-home vacation over the Christmas holidays. It was easy to find our way around the kitchen and to cook or BBQ if we didnt feel like dining out. A lot of our time was spent in the screened porch just gazing out onto the beautiful view, or on the beach which was mostly deserted! It was great to feel the ocean breeze through the open air architecture and the temperature was very comfortable. We would definately come back, we miss it so much already!!!
Recommended for:
The perfect honeymoon destination!
Guest: MikeB
(Ann Arbor, MI)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 12/28/10
I stumbled on the listing for Kiwi Kai while looking for a quiet, hopefully private, Caribbean beach location to book for my (at the time) soon-to-be wife and I's honeymoon. The pictures and descriptions all looked to be /exactly/ what I was searching for. After Googling around a bit, and reading the other reviews, I went ahead with a booking because everything I found said that it was a little slice of heaven in the Caribbean. Clean, private, on the quiet non-touristy side of Grand Cayman, with amazing snorkeling directly out from the Sea Lodge. All proved to be 100% accurate. The owner, Susan, from the very beginning was very, very friendly, communicative, and open with me -- providing details of the stay, and sending a package of goodies including maps, guides to the island and suggested locations to visit, coupons for on-the-ocean acitivities with Red Sea Spots, and more! I couldn't have asked for a better experience, or a better owner to work with than Susan and the Sea Lodges. Nights spent making margarita's in the blender, sipping them watching the sunset from the beach chairs, sometimes from the hammock, were absolutely amazing and are memories my wife and I will never forget. Do yourself a favor and if you want to have your /own/ experience on Grand Caymen, not the pre-packaged resort type, book with Susan. She will do everything she can to make sure you have the most memorable time you and your guests can. My ratings of Susan's Sea Lodge based on our honeymoon experience: 1-5 with 5 being Perfect - Location: 5 Value: 5++ Privacy: 5 Views: 5++++ -- You'd be hard-pressed to find a better location on the island Activities: While nothing is "included" in the traditional sense, your location in the sea lodge makes EVERYTHING possible. The snorkeling route on the map in the lodge is truly amazing. I was even able to spot a Ray about 15 feet off-shore from the lodge. :-) A 3 minute drive to Rum Point provides access to Red Sail Sports and a ton of options -- definitely recommend the swimming with the Rays snorkel tour. Definitely a 5++ here as well. Again, I can't stress how perfect this trip was. Susan is amazingly friendly and communicative, the sea lodge is cozy and has that "home" feel, the views are once in a lifetime, and the experience is as well. Definitely is on our short-list of "must revisits" for future trips.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Wonderful Two Weeks at Kiwi Kai
Guest: jamie
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 11/13/10
Review Submitted: 11/23/10
What an amazing time! Pirates Week! Snorkeling the entire island. The North Side Heritage Festival. Drinks at Rum Point, Kaibo and the Driftwood. Kiwi Kai is a wonderful place to get away from all the hectic traffic of Seven Mile Beach and George Town. The sea lodge is immaculate, right on the beach, and the owner is so gracious! This is our second time back. We've decided we need to make it an annual tradition. Also, make sure you visit Over the Edge for some of the best food on the entire island. Thanks Susan for all that you do!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.
Amazing vacation
Guest: Josh
(MA, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10
Review Submitted: 10/04/10
We were looking to find a spot for a relaxing vacation and we found the perfect place with the most amazing view. Everything was just the way it was shown on the web site. Only 30m from the ocean. The condo had everything you need for your stay. The snorkeling was incredible and we were the only people out on the beach. Perfect to relax and enjoy the sun and the sound of the waves. We enjoyed the food at Kaibo, Rum Point and the Lighthouse. Very good food and great atmosphere.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.
PARADISE REVISITED
Guest: Kenny
(Massapequa Park, NY, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10
Review Submitted: 08/22/10
My husband and I stayed at Kiwi Kai the third week in May - our second visit there. There was hardly anyone there and the weather was perfect, as were the accommodations. Kiwi Kai is clean, well stocked and organized, and nicely decorated. But, more importantly, the bedroom is very inviting and the bed very comfortable. There is even a safe in the closet to keep your valuables. We spent most of our time on the lanai overlooking the water, or swimming/snorkeling right outside the door. How wonderful to wake up in the morning and go just steps for a morning swim in the beautiful Carribean (but don't forget your watershoes if you have tender feet). We did venture out to explore the east end and snorkel at Colliers beach (great cluster of coral about 100' east of the end of the dock), and dine at Portofino's. We also dined at Rum Point - both had great food and atmosphere. Smith's Cove toward the west end, not far past the airport, is also a beautiful place to swim and snorkel. Susan (the owner) was so helpful every step of the way - she left no stone unturned in helping us plan our vacation and get us settled in the lodge. Grand Cayman has so much to offer - the beauty of the island, the wonderful people, plenty of activities and water sports. Grand Cayman and Kiwi Kai - it really is the perfect Carribean vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.
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