Location: Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands, Caribbean (4 Miles from Airport. We Meet Your Flight.)
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 3-6)
Keywords: Guest House
Bryan's Beach House is a brand-new, gorgeous property in Grand Turk, just-up from the beach on a little, breezy hill. There is a private boardwalk down to our private beach. No beach by law, is totally private, but this one is as close to it as you're ever going to get!
It's 3 miles from town, there are no other guest facilities around here, and you could sunbathe here for hours, and never see another soul! The upstairs master suite, and downstairs apartment, are totally secure, with attractive bars on the windows, and iron gates on the doors, so you could sleep soundly and securely, and leave the doors and windows open, for the constant breeze.
The downstairs apartment is for the exclusive use of extras in your party, although there is an additional charge. No one, not known by you, will be rented the downstairs apartment.
There is an interesting art collection on the walls, and all-tile floors with Navajo rugs.
Scuba diving and snorkeling are the big things in Grand Turk, so don't come for the golf and tennis, or if you like crowds!
The 5,000 or so natives here are extraordinarily friendly, helpful and nice. My wife and I have lived here since building our house in 1980, and found it to be the safest and most hospitable island in the Caribbean. The island is 6 miles long, and only a mile wide, and was the original landing site of Christopher Columbus in the New World ... now scientifically proven beyond a doubt.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed : The upstairs suite has 2 queen beds, and is the main rental area. The Downstairs is only for the use of your party (children, parents, friends, etc) and will never be rented to outside "strangers". It has 1 Queeen bed & kitchen. My houseman/ property mgr. lives there when its not occupied.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : On each floor.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : On each floor. The upstairs suite has the only full oven,
- Cooking Utensils Provided : wine glasses, regular glasses, coffee maker & filters, juice squeezer, some condiments. microwave.
- Refrigerator : one on each floor. Both new.
- Microwave : In Main suite kitchen
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Beautiful patio with sea view, for main suite. Great for dining overlooking the sea
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Guest house is just up on a small, breezy hill, serviced by pallettes, 200 yds. to our private beach.
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone : Usable telephone in owner's house, next door.
- Cell Phone : You can use owner's cell phone.
- Computer w/ Dial-up Internet : Bring your own lap-top.
- Broadband Internet : Bring your own laptop, or use owner's.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your own laptop. Excellent WiFi reception.
- Other Amenities
- Maid service on request. Kite surfing off our beach, with our constant breeze. Bring your own kite. Along a miles-long windward beach, with a nice breeze along a reef-protected sea.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Bring rabies certificate to pass Immigration in Provo.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly : Great for kids.
- Smoking Allowed : Don't smoke in the house. The deck is OK.
- Activities
- Shopping
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- The HOME of whale-watching in season! (Jan.- April) Kite surfing in our 24/7 breeze, along a miles-long windward beach with a protective reef. Bring your own kite.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season (Nov 01-May 01) .. $3200/month .. $800/week Upstairs
Low Season (May 02-Oct 31, 2012) .. $2600/month .. $650/week Upstairs
High Season (Nov 01-May 01) .. $ 2000/month .. $500/week Downstairs
Low season (May 02-Oct 31, 2012) .. $ 1400/month .. $350/week Downstairs
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2009
I'm 71 years old, my wife is 62, and we're retired here from New York. The climate is extraordinary, with winter temps. in the 80's, summer in the 90's. It rarely rains, and we're enjoying our sunny retirement. I just finished writing my memoirs, of owning & running The Mount Pleasant Guest House in Salt Cay for 12 exciting, amusing, and successful years, and am now looking for an Agent & Publisher. They're really funny! Any help, anyone?
Why the Owner Chose Grand Turk
The climate is great, the people are wonderful, and Grand Turk is very safe. There's nice shopping, with plenty of regular and gourmet food available. I always say, if you can't find it in Grand Turk, you probably don't need it! There also are several nice, reasonably-priced restaurants, and on the south end of the island (we're on the north end) is the Carnival Cruise port (the most popular in the Caribbean) with fun shopping, and Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Restaurant, bars, and free-form pool ... home of the wet bikini contest!
The Unique Benefits of this Condo
Sun, sand, swimming, diving, and fun! You can rent a car for $60. to $70. per day + gas ... You can rent our pickup truck for $25./half day (for gas). Also free bikes. Good fishing off our beach ... the natives use handlines, thinking rods & reels are for sissies! So bring your own. Or I have have two spinning rigs. You can get tackle here.
Property Photos
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- Upstairs Living area & Kitchen - Grand Turk Vacation Beach Home with Wi-Fi; Ideal for Fishing, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
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- Upstairs Master bedroom 2 Queens - Grand Turk Vacation Beach Home with Wi-Fi; Ideal for Fishing, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
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- Dining patio on the sea - Grand Turk Vacation Beach Home with Wi-Fi; Ideal for Fishing, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
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- Upstairs bathroom with glass-doored shower
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- Downstairs bedroom w/Queen
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- House from below, sea to your back.
Traveler Reviews (13)
Best Vacation of Our Lives
Guest: Ted and Debbie
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11
Review Submitted: 01/10/12
We love the Caribbean, but have never experienced it like this. Brian's place is 50 or 100 feet above the sea and has a constant breeze. Normally we left all the windows (screened) and doors open. There are iron bars all around to make some guests feel more secure, but as far as we could tell, there is zero need to worry about any kind of crime whatsoever and/or wherever. We were never hot, but occasionally we had to close a few things when we got chilly. Certainly much better than the other way around. The beach house is very clean and nicely but simply furnished. Coffee maker, microwave, fridge, electric stove. The shower is roomy, but plan to rinse, turn water off, soap up, then rinse off again. Takes a little getting used to, but not a biggie. Water and electric are high-priced commodities on the island, so conserving a bit while staying perfectly clean worked for us. The patio overlooking the ocean is simply incredible with the panoramic view of the ocean and the often-flowering and/or lush vegetation between you and the ocean. One thing that is NOT between you and the ocean are houses or other people. But you might see some wild donkeys that have been granted their retirement and set freee from the now-defunct salt industry. Bryan's place has the only path to the ocean that we could see anywhere. And you could walk as far as you wanted without seeing anyone else. The lighthouse is about a 5 minute walk up the road. If you want to see the most amazing sight I have ever seen in the Caribbean, take a right out of the back gate of the lighthouse and take the 5 minute walk to the end. You will see every color of ocean on earth at one time.......and more. Brian's most excellent caretaker is Mal who lives on the bottom floor (with no indoor stairs or anything to the upper level). He is available 24/7 to help with whatever you need. He got us a discount on renting a gas-powered golf cart for a week. It was a fantastic way to get around and explore every nook and cranny of the island. The open-air freedom of the cart is much better than a car. Our favorite places were the Osprey Hotel and the Bohio Hotel. Both are right on the ocean so you can have a beer, lunch, or dinner while watching the waves roll in. The Bohio has a fantastic beach bar right on the ocean. For local fare, look up Barbie's restaraunt in town for a lunch of conch fritters, burgers, beer, or Jamaican patties. No more room...Go there, relax, be happy.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Most Relaxing Vacation EVER!
Guest: Pirates of the Conch
(Chattanooga, TN USA)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
We have never experienced a more relaxing vacation in our lives. Non touristy place, fabulous beaches all over the island. We snorkeled every day, Mal, the house man, cleaned some Conch we got close to the house and told us how to cook them. WOW! Very congenial people assist you or give you space as you need it. We will most definately go back to this location. Accomodations are as described, we jokingly called it Camping on the Caribbean but it was again, so far the best vacation we have ever had. Better than Jamaica, Mexico, Costa Rica, Grand Caymen,Hawaii and definately better than Florida. Very rural setting. Plan on doubling your usual grocery money here. The Sand Bar and Bohio are two great eating choices and local favorites. If you are looking for a resort, go somewhere else. If you want to put the daily grind behind you and quickly move to "Island time", come here. The beach right by the house is not too cool, but with so many other choices that he shows you on the free island tour it more than compensates.We tried a different beach everyday and almost never saw anyone else. You will fall in love with Simon the dog if you are an animal lover, the donkeys, horses and cows freely roaming the island are hilarious. They will help you keep to the 20 - 40 mph speed limit on the Island. We used the bicycles as well. Go here with the mind set of you will be alone, you are safe and the locals are cool. If you get lost driving around don't worry, the island is 6 miles long and 2 miles wide at the most, just ask somebody.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
real island living
Guest: Bella
(Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 12/11/10
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
This review is long overdue. We stayed from mid Dec - Jan. By far, Bryan has the best property on the island. The view from the patio is stunning! Views such as this are usually costly, but Bryan's house is so reasonbly priced. Bryan's house is on "The Ridge" with beach access that gives you complete privacy. If you like shelling, the shells on Bryan's beach are georgeous and abundant because they are not picked over by tourist. The accomodations are simple, charming and you will have everything you need. The rooms are spacious, including the bathroom where you will have plenty of room to place your luggage, hang your clothes, etc.. There is no need for A/C because there is a constant cool breeze that blows through the house. You may hear an occasional braying donkey during the night, but in our oppinion, the wild horses, donkeys and cows only added to the charm of the island. There was nothing we wanted or needed that Bryan did not provide. He really does aim to please his guests. He is a great host who is well known and loved throughout the island. Some suggestions - make a poing of taking a trip to Salt Cay if you can where Bryan used to run a guest house and dive business. Gibbs Cay is also a nice visit. Eat at Bohio and Sandbar, but I would avoid Osprey. The food was decent there, but the service was terrible. Also bring anything you are brand loyal to, as this is a small island and selection is limited. This little island is a true paradise and provide the most unique vacation experience of our lives. We miss it and can't wait to visit Bryan again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers.
Great Escape
Guest: Peter
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 06/24/11
Don't go to Bryan's Beach House if you love crowds, noise, and spending lots of money. And don't go there if you must have golf, tennis, parasailing, and other Nassau-like attractions. Do go if you seek a clean, quiet, modern condo with full kitchen, separate bedroom, veranda, satellite TV/music, and a virtually deserted beach, where you and family/friends can swim and snorkel with no chance of bumping into anyone. There is no AC, but there is absolutely no need for it. At about 71 degrees West Longitude, the only land east of the large veranda is West Africa, which you can't quite see. Consequently, there is a cooling Atlantic breeze 24/7. I often kept the ceiling fans in shut-off mode. The condo is about 3 miles from Cockburntown, where you find food shopping, some beach-front restaurants/bars, and dive shops. One could rent a car, but I used Bryan's somewhat elderly pickup to go to town for diving and shopping. He charged $25 a day for gas---which went from $5.65 to $5.80 while I was there. I never drove above 30-35 m.p.h., and made it to the dive shop every morning in about 10 minutes. (Watch out for wandering donkeys, horses, and cattle!) Bryan, a Turks and Caicos "belonger" (look it up), is a transplant from Wyoming and New York's Greenwich Village who delights in his role as host. He (or his handyman) will pick you up at the airport and take you food shopping. On the second day, he takes new guests on an island tour. If you have any questions or problems while there, his house is about 50 feet away. I hope to return. p.s. i stayed in the second floor apt., didn't see the first, but it was all built just two years ago. Resubmit Your Review
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Paradisical getaway without the commercial hub-bub
Guest: Natasha and Tony
(Carmel, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 05/17/11
Review Submitted: 05/29/11
We stayed at Bryan's from 5/17 through the 22nd, 2011. It was peaceful and quiet. Perfect for us, getting away from it all. We cooked for ourselves, went to the beach just a 4 minute walk, rested and swam. We used Bryan's truck for a nominal fee, when we wanted to explore or shop for provisions. We loved the breeze and the deck, especially in the mornings. This is the quiet, non commercial end of the island, very safe and lovely. Bryan is a kind and sharing host. He is helpful and considerate, offering to give a tour when requested but also respecting the desire for privacy. There is a sweet, sweet dog on the premises who happily escorts you down to the beach. All in all an idyllic experience for us. Upon returning to Grand Turk we would choose to stay at Bryan's.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers.
Privacy, Privacy, Privacy
Guest: Chris & Tiffany
(Park City, UT)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11
Review Submitted: 05/21/11
My girlfriend and I just spent 2 fabulous weeks at Bryan's Beach House. It was everything we had expected it to be and more. Just like all the other reviewers say, Bryan is a great host. He picked us up at the airport and gave us a tour of the island and showed us where all the stores and shops for groceries and other goods are. Many places we would never have found otherwise. We spent most days at the house on the private beach never seeing another person. On adventurous days we rode the bicycles to town or Margaritaville where the cruise ships come in. If you are looking for glitz and glamour Grand Turk is not for you. Many evenings after grilling fresh fish or steaks we were entertained by the honks of the neighboring donkeys and feel they are part of the history of the island. Bryan let us use his truck and only asked that we put gas in it. I don't think you will ever find a better deal on lodging in the carribean. Bryan and Mel his house man were great resources for any questions we had. Everywhere we went we were treated like locals when they knew we were guests of Bryan's. Given the chance we would definately go back. Bryan made us feel like part of the family.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, adventure seekers.
Relaxing Beach Holiday
Guest: Marian
(Langley, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/08/11
Review Submitted: 04/17/11
My husband and I stayed for 3 weeks in March and didn't want to go home - we enjoyed everything. Bryan picked us up at the airport then took us on an informative trip around the island, pointing out beaches and restaurants as well as relaying interesting local history. We valued being able to ask all kinds of questions that only a person with a long history on Grand Turk would be able to answer. He is the perfect host - there if you need him, but left on your own, if desired. We found the house fit our needs and is exactly as shown in the pictures; it had beautiful views and a great balcony (and no bugs of any kind). The beach was perfect for long walks on soft white sand, often we didn't see another person. It isn't a resort, so we didn't expect the beach to be swept of seagrass for us. We borrowed bikes when we felt energetic or used his truck when we didn't. It was much cheaper than renting a car, especially if you only needed to go to town for groceries or an afternoon at a beach on the lee side, which is nicer for swimming. We enjoyed scuba diving, whale watching and also a trip to Gibb's Cay to see the stingrays. The island itself has a nice 'away from everything' feel - best for people who like to read, walk on the beach, eat local food in beautiful suroundings, and enjoy the turquoise water. It is very 'untouristy' which we appreciated -we would love to go back.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
A lovely private hideaway
Guest: Divergirl
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 02/27/10
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
My husband and I had a wonderful time at Bryan's Beach House. The property is clean, light, and spacious. We were very comfortable. It is on the windward side of the island, so there was always a lovely cool breeze. Bryan was very helpful, picked us up at the airport, showed us where to buy groceries, and recommended local restaurants. The best part of the house is the deck, which has a lovely view over the water. We even saw a big pod of humpback whales swim by one morning as we were having breakfast. Also great for birdwatching - lots of osprey & pelican fly-bys. As it's the windward side of the island, there is some seaweed & other bits that wash ashore on the beach. But it felt very safe, & private, and we often saw turtles in the surf on early morning beach walks. We once saw a small group of flamingoes down there too. Grand Turk is best for the adventuresome. If you come seeking luxury, you will probably be disappointed. But, the diving is great and we didn't have a single mediocre meal anywhere we went. There are some very nice (but simple) historic hotels 'downtown.' We chose this place as we were on a budget, and I think it's a great option for a longer stay. It was nice to have our own kitchen. One night we barbecued lionfish on the grill, caught & cleaned for us for free courtesy of the local divemasters - delicious! Bryan has bikes, it's about a 4-5 mile trip 'downtown.' For the less athletic, probably would be easier to rent your own car, or a golf cart.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+.
a unique experience
Guest: stella
(Halifax, NS, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10
Review Submitted: 03/20/11
I watched as "Bryan's Beach House" became a reality - a phoenix rising from the ashes so to speak. The owners of this wonderful place lost everything to Hurricane Ike a few years ago. With pride and determination they set to work and created this spectacular beach house - built upon the site of their ruined home - and calling it simply - "Bryan's Beach House ". The view from the balcony is breath taking, the accommodations so much more than the pictures can show - decorated with comfort in mind, but such style! Bryan is a host beyond description - friendly and helpful beyond compare - a tour of the island as we were driven from the airport - with such useful information. The island is somewhat of a "diamond in the rough" - where the unsuspecting might be left to flounder in frustration. However, with Bryan's assistance we were shown the best shopping places and popular attractions. The island of Grand Turk is certainly not a polished resort - but a rare gem none the less - full of adventure for those who seek it, a place of wonder for those seeking inspiration, the privacy necessary for soul searching - something for everyone! Bryan's Beach House is a trip well worth taking - everything you see in the pictures, and so much more!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Lovely place for relaxation
Guest: HappyLady
(Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 12/10/10
Review Submitted: 03/20/11
My husband and I went to Grand Turk for our 20th wedding anniversary, and were looking for a place to relax and do some diving. We had friends who visited the island before who highly reccommended it. Our accomadations were very nice, clean, and simple. Kitchen was great for cooking and saved us money on eating out. Beautiful views of the private beach below and walking distance to North Creek were you can do lots of exploring. Bryan was nice enough to get us some groceries before hand and stocked our refridgerator, including some fresh red snapper! We spent most of our time on the beach reading books or scuba diving, which was fantastic! We even got to swim with the whales!! Our daughter came to visit for our last week there and stayed in the downstairs apartment, which was also a nice clean room and had everything she needed. The prices were good compared to the hotels downtown and it was a lot more private. It is an island in the tropics so there were some bugs, but I received the same report from our friends who stayed in the most expensive hotel on the island, so I don't think you can escape them anywhere, but do pack your bug spray! All in all we loved it, and if we make it to another 20 years we'll be back again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
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