When buying a vacation home, location is king. And this is the primary reason why the Cayman Islands remains a top destination for property investors looking for a second home, particularly in the high-end, luxury market.
Simply put, owning a vacation home in Cayman gives you direct and unlimited access to your own private piece of paradise — a unique opportunity to commune with the natural splendor of a tropical wonderland while at the same time, enjoy the all the comfort and conveniences of contemporary living in a sustainable, eco-friendly setting.
Cayman’s iconic beaches, spectacular dive sites, and other natural attractions need no further introduction. These amazing brush strokes of emerald, azure, and ivory stretched as far as the eyes can see are probably the initial attractions that enticed you to consider investing in a vacation home in the first place. The fact that Cayman is also tax-neutral and is considered one of the safest places in the world would make for some scrumptious icing on the cake.
Now the question is: Where should you start looking?
As mentioned earlier, location is the most important consideration in any form of real estate investment because it is the driving force behind the value of the property. Whether you are purchasing a mansion, a house or a condo unit, you can have your living spaces designed or renovated to suit your personal taste. But you cannot simply alter or transform an entire neighborhood. This makes it imperative for you to seriously consider your own expectations and lifestyle preferences, as they will guide you in determining the best location for a vacation home that ticks all the boxes.
Rum Point and Cayman Kai — for picture-perfect family holidays
Timeless paradise, beachfront home
Compound kai, grand cayman
Sun rays at rum point
Pieces of eight, cayman kai w/200 ft of beachfront and 3 docks
Gypsy kai, rum point
80 acres rum point development parcel
Rum point beach front 1.25 acre lot
Heritage house – rum point drive
Rum point club – ground floor residence #103
Cayman kai – finger cay rd- bio bay lot
Rum point oceanfront 1 acre lot with elevation
Rum point beachfront lot w/coral reef steps away
Rum point club – ground floor residence #101
Valhalla, water cay road
Cayman kai- water cay rd lot w/dock and 250ft of beachfront on little sound
Cayman kai- water cay 200 ft of beachfront on little sound
Rum point club – ground floor residence #102
Kai jungle, 1659 rum point drive
Large cayman kai oceanfront lot on little sound with water connection
Cayman kai 0.3736 acres, beach front
Parrot’s haven – canal front
The retreat at rum point, ground floor 1 bedroom
With over 40 years of experience in helping international clients find their dream home in the Cayman Islands, ERA Cayman broker and co-owner Robert Totten shares with us his top three locations for finding a vacation home in this Caribbean paradise.
“If you are looking for a beachfront single family home on Grand Cayman, the best area to concentrate your efforts on is the Rum Point area — especially the residential development of Cayman Kai,” Robert advises.
Tucked quietly in the picturesque north side of Grand Cayman, Rum Point is known for its white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and other family-friendly outdoor activities befitting a slow-paced, stress-free island life.
If your idea of beach holiday is one that is best enjoyed in the company of family and loved ones, check out some of the gorgeous properties available in the Rum Point and Cayman Kai areas, such as Kookaburra Kai on the famous Sand Point Road, the luxurious family home Compound Kai, and the Emerald Sea House with a spectacular view of the beach front, among others.
Enjoy the holiday vibe at Seven Mile Beach
9.5 acre parcel in crystal harbour
Villa mare; a vista del mar estate home
Serenity house – a crystal harbour estate home
Named one of the best beaches in the world, Seven Mile Beach is one of the reasons why Cayman is known as one of the top ultimate island destinations in the Caribbean.
Aside from its iconic coral sand and sparkling clear waters, Seven Mile Beach is also home to the most luxurious resorts and residential properties on the island. Not surprisingly, this area is the most popular and most developed location on Grand Cayman, with a wide range of world class dining, shopping, and recreational amenities conveniently situated within its majestic stretch or on nearby towns.
According to Robert, if you love fine dining and bar-hopping, retail therapy (aka shopping), or indulging an active lifestyle that involves all sorts of watersports and beach activities, then the Seven Mile Beach corridor could be your best bet in finding your ideal vacation home. Check out this comprehensive guide on the most sought-after residential properties on Seven Mile Beach!
Discover the tranquil charm of West Bay
Oceanfront development site on conch point rd
Air conditioning/appliance business with commercial land
Oceanfront home with expansive grounds, pool and pickleball court
Shangri-la bed & breakfast
3 acres high-density west bay land
176 shorecrest circle – the shores
Beautiful shores house
2.251 acres of allamanda drive, west bay – high residential development land
Air conditioning refrigeration & appliances business
Waves 13, 3 bed plus den waterfront townhome
Amara – brand new duplex boreal street | unit 1&2
Bramblewood apartments – west bay multi-unit
Azul-developer opportunity
Townhall crescent development land
West bay fourplex investment home
Scholars dr #82
Glade drive 4 bed plus den
The shores canal front 0.3510 of an acre residential lot with planning approved plans
Duplex with dual zoning for residential and educational/religion zones
West bay multi-unit income producer
King road 1.1 acres, two land parcels
Amara – brand new duplex boreal street | unit 1
Amara – brand new duplex boreal street | unit 2
Family home with incoming producing large one bedroom apt
Mount pleasant home on half-acre lot
Starlet crescent home, wb
15 portofino gardens- spotless 2 bed/ 2 bath
West bay high density land – 0.4283 acre lot
The shores-shorecrest -executive home lot
Lighthouse point condo #1 – june/july
Lighthouse point fractional share condo – may/june
Finally, if you want to be close to the island vacation amenities but hate crowds and traffic, then Robert advises that you concentrate on the West Bay peninsular area.
Situated close to Seven Mile Beach and only a short drive to extensive premium dining, West bay is a charming residential neighborhood that is ideal for vacationers who desire a tranquil ambience and a more authentic local experience.
To find your peaceful sanctuary in Cayman, check out the West Village development and other available residential properties in the West Bay area.
According to Robert, while all three locations are equally attractive, they all have unique personalities, with distinctive features and amenities that contribute to an exceptional vacation experience. He also adds that property values are appreciating at a very good rate, island-wide.
If you want to know more about buying a vacation home in the Cayman Islands or would like to schedule a viewing, our team of experienced and knowledgeable ERA realtors will be more than happy to help.
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