AMENITIES

"Cayman Castle" was renovated after 10+ years of standing vacant & condemnable (see before photos). The Castle, on almost two oceanfront acres and 450 ft. of shoreline, was originally  built by an Englishman in 1981 and after his sale and a few missteps by others, it fell into disrepair in the late 1980's. We purchased it in January of 2002 and began renovation/reconstruction. We already had a Cayman Villa on the Northside of the island, but always wished we had the stunning view of the East End waters. The castle property had the best view money could buy. This is a "Landmark" building and all the locals will be able to help you find your way home if you get lost.

The East End of Grand Cayman Island enjoys a steady trade wind breeze (no bugs), which make it  unnecessary to screen in the oceanfront spaces. While we can have "dead calm" days, they are rare.

 The architectural focal points of the villa are the infinity-edge pool, decks, curved retaining walls and a commanding  220° view over the East End Reef. The second floor offers a very large (1,000 sq. ft.) family room/TV Area/kitchen and private 600 sq. ft. roofed balcony with panoramic views (see aerial photos). Heavy (coral white) cast railings (42" tall) on the terraces/decks for safety.  Crimson bougainvillea in the planters  make a nice contrast against the sage green stucco exterior.

The 2BR Castle Guesthouse, located 80 feet from castle to the North, matches the Castle in architectural style, furnishing and quality. It has a  private cliff-edge pool, roofed patio and irrigated zoysia lawn and stepping stone path between it and the Castle.  A/C, laundry, kitchen, satellite TV, DVD, ceiling fans, Charcoal BBQ etc.  Guesthouse guests can enjoy our beach by walking around the masonry wall. The shoreline below the Castle Guesthouse is rocky "iron-shore" and some sand.   Guesthouse also has  overflow parking spaces for 6-8 cars for large groups/weddings when rented with the Castle.

 

Like the other rental villas in Cayman Kai, Northside & Rum Point, we are about 19 miles (35 minutes) due East of the Airport. 

The "Wreck of the 10 Sails" monument/park and the Royal Cayman Police Officer's  station/home  are directly next door (500' of  government land that will never be developed). To the south, the Castle is only 250 yds. from the best dive operator on the island, Ocean Frontiers . Vivine's Backyard  (great casual lunch, Cayman Islands Style-150 yds. North) and Arlain's Restaurant to the South (250 yds). We are also just 1.5 miles South of Portofino's restaurant (Best in East End). The East End of the island also has restaurants at both the Morritt's Tortuga Club and The Reef timeshare/resort. The Lighthouse restaurant is only 10 minutes away by car. Finally, Roland's Garden is only a 10 minute drive- where there are no menus, no bill (you pay him what you think is right) and you bring your own wine/beer (reservations required). It is a campy, umbrella table dinner in a retired chef's front-yard garden--that you will never forget (recommended). 

 

Cayman Castle:

  • (4) Large Master Suites. 6 Beds total ( 2 kings, 2 queens and one set of bunk-beds, queen sleeper sofa as well as a full sofa bed in the 1st floor "Family Suite"). Each bedroom has its own private bathroom. Oversized tiled/glass block showers and granite counters throughout all bathrooms. Solid wood bedroom doors and low profile ceiling fans.
  • 1,500 ft ²  (partially) covered  1st floor Terrace & freshwater pool and large non-skid (pavers) sun deck overlooking the ocean. Stunning heated (Dec 15- Apr 15) pool offers "infinity-edge" feature. Safety features for pool (lifesaving pole, throw-ring, safety railings, ladder, etc.). One step off our driveway is 250' of mostly sand beach (some rocks in cove)Poolside outdoor shower with hot & cold water. We also have three thatched palapas on the beach for guests to use.
  • Large charcoal grill w/ cover behind parking area wall.
  • Large (second floor) Roofed Balcony with teak 10 - 12 person dining table and sun-chairs/coffee table facing the ocean. 42" high balusters/rail for safety.
  • 25' x  50'  (Semi-circular) Great Room with panoramic views over sundeck through 4 sets of double French doors. Fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, living room and TV area. Ceramic tile and granite throughout house. 
  • Bed linens (2 sets per bed), plenty of pillows & Bath towels provided. Beach towels provided. Two portable cribs & strap-on highchairs/boosters in bunkroom on first floor (suggest you bring your own crib linens).
  • 4-Zone Central air conditioning and ceiling fans. We are on "City Water" (reverse osmosis-very pure), so we have no cistern or water pump (most homes have to catch rainwater in a cistern for drinking).
  • Large (stand alone) icemaker in kitchen island, (2 each) front-loading Duet Washers/Dryers, Bosch (quiet) Dishwasher, large stainless steel refrigerator &  Microwave. Small refrigerator under stairs on first floor for easy pool-level access to drinks.  Teak sofas, chairs/chaises/benches on pool terrace/deck. Strap sand chairs & loungers on the beach.
  • TV (42" LCD) on 2nd floor, (3) DVD/VCR Players, (2) CD/Stereos,  board games,  a few DVDs (you might bring your favorites). Master suites on first & third floors also have  LCD Flat-screen TVs with DVD or VCRs (no satellite receivers--just for movies).
  • Third floor Master (Honeymoon) suite has a private dining table/desk in the north turret,  power & telephone for a work station--for those who feel the need to stay in touch with the office while admiring the view!
  • Telephones (1 wired, 4 Wireless), w/ answering machine.  Castle also has fulltime DSL modem (free). Wireless (most of the time). 
  • Strict Maximum number of persons= 12. No more than 8 adults (18yrs. +) per Minister of Tourism license for the 4BR Castle itself. 6 more people can sleep (4 adults max) in 2BR Castle Guesthouse. 
  • Maid service provided before and after your stay. Daily maid service can be arranged.  Cooks/Nannies available for private hire. We also put you in touch with a concierge service www.boatsandbutlers.com or www.caymanshoppers.com for pre-stocking the Castle if desired.
  • Note* we require a $1,500 damage/cleaning deposit for weddings/receptions- (held on a credit card).

Castle Guesthouse:

  • Air-conditioning, ceiling fans and a covered front porch. Colorful Caribbean-style furniture and tiled floors throughout. Teak dining table and 4 chairs. 
  • (1) King suite and (1) Queen suite with 2 (twin) bunk beds. Each suite has a private bathroom with tiled glass block shower and plenty of towels. Sofa and wicker chairs in great room, teak Adirondack chairs, teak lounge chaises and coffee table on deck. Writing desk in King Master.
  • Guesthouse pool and oceanfront deck face due East, while Castle's pool/decks face due South; providing sunbathing privacy for guests of both residences. Pools are 100+ feet apart. Roofed Patio provides plenty of shade for guests.
  • French doors and open architecture allow the trade-winds to cool the house on days when air-conditioning isn't a necessity.
  • Guesthouse is perched 25 feet above sea level (and 150'+ from road) which enhances both privacy and the view of the ocean, while providing protection from storms. Fixed charcoal BBQ at edge of driveway.
  • 2 phones, washer/dryer, Satellite TV, DVD/VCR & stereo, full kitchen with refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher & full compliment of pots/pans/cutlery/etc..
  • Bath Towels, Pool towels and all linens provided. Some DVD's from Castle collection end up over here as well.