7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 20
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families
Tatenda - meaning 'Thank you' in a South African dialect - is an 8,500 sq ft luxury home on Grand Cayman's prestigious South Sound and offers a remarkable and relaxing vacation.
This listing provides for rental of Main Home plus the Carriage House apartment for a total of 7 bedrooms that can sleep 18 people in beds and up to 20 if including the convertible futon/sofas. Smaller group size? See our listing for the 6-bedroom main home only.
Within the 7 bedrooms is 5 King bedrooms all with ensuite baths.
Gathering and entertaining areas are located through-out the villa and are furnished to the highest of standards and still comfortable. Villa highlights:
Bedroom 1 - Lower Level King Suite - King bed, ocean view, doors leading directly to the pool terrace, cable TV, bath with tub/shower combo.
Bedroom 2 - Lower Level bedroom with 2 Queen beds, Apple TV, bath with walk-in shower (not ensuite).
Bedroom 3 - Upper Level Master Suite - King Bed, ocean view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace, walk-in closet, desk, Cable and Apple TV, bath with soaking tub, separate shower and dual vanities.
Bedroom 4 - Upper Level King - King Bed, ocean view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace, Apple TV, private bath with shower.
Bedroom 5 - Upper Level King - King Bed, ocean view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace, Apple TV, private bath with shower.
Bedroom 6, Family Loft/- 3rd floor - Queen bed, 2 twin beds, bath with shower. This suite also offers a lounging area with futon, an Apple TV and direct access to a 3rd floor private oceanfront balcony with incredible ocean views.
Bedroom 7 - Carriage House apartment, king bedroom with , separate living area with sofa, smart TV
*Please note: Tatenda, like many villas along South Sound, Bodden Town, East End, etc. has a shallow beach entry with silt and seagrass for the first 50-75' from shore. South Sound can also experience the same seasonal sargassum that affects most of the Caribbean. Sargassum is a generally harmless floating, red seagrass that is more unsightly than anything. Fortunately, the Seven Mile Beach area (SMB) of Grand Cayman does not ordinarily see sargassum accumulation. All beaches in Cayman are public up to the high-water mark so guests can visit the beautiful beach areas along SMB for sandy, walk-in swimming if the beach entry is not to your liking. Cayman is a friendly and generally safe island so you'll want to visit many different beaches during your stay. Smith Cove, Governor's Beach, Tiki Beach, Public Beach, etc. are are excellent beaches to visit and offer the beautiful swim in water.
-VRBO disclosure - pool and beach area within the coverage area of security camera.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
7 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please review rental agreement prior to booking.
As with most private homeowners, no changes/refunds for holiday reservations.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Cayman Islands have strict import requirements
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Only with 7 night booking and additional event fee
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: only with 7 night booking and additional event fee
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Sound, a neighbourhood in George Town. Shoppers can check out Camana Bay, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Grand Cayman Beaches and Seven Mile Beach. Cayman Maritime Treasure Museum and Governor Michael Gore Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our George Town travel guide
Does 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much is parking at 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families located?
Nestled on the beach, this South Sound holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Grand Cayman Beaches, Smith's Barcadere and St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Port of Georgetown and LCM David Nicholson Shipwreck are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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7 bedroom, Beachfront on South Sound - Great for Families Reviews
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We loved our time at Tatenda.
The bedrooms were well suited for multi family groups.
Loved the double washers and plentiful beach towels and good amenities and paddle board.
My only disappointment was the beach not being as clear of water as I had hoped but the view and time was great nonetheless.
Our large family of 16 stayed at Tatenda for a week at New Years. We had a wonderful stay. The house had enough beds for everyone even the little ones. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking even though we ate at great restaurants most evenings. The pool was clean and large enough for our group. The beach was very accessible for the little ones. The pool deck area had lots of seating to accommodate everyone. Our only concern was the family room size where the tv is. But we should be outside in grand cayman with the amazing weather! I’d recommend this property to large extended families.
The house is stunning and the back yard experience is surreal. We loved staying at Tatenda, experiencing every imaginable luxury and we enjoyed the ocean. Our favorite ocean experience was snorkeling the shipwreck SV Pallas, a sunken three masted iron sailing ship… an easy swim from the shore. The house is exceptionally maintained and superb quality. The property manager also went out of the way to accommodate any questions, make suggestions for activities and provided white glove treatment we really appreciated. The kids and family also enjoyed that the pool was heated providing for backyard fun even first thing in the morning when it was still cool out.
Beautiful, well maintained & well equipped home. Plenty of space for 3 generations from 4 to 72 years of age with 4 beachfront king bedrooms - allowing all adults the luxury of oceanfront rooms - each with access door to patios with beautiful beach views. 2 queen bedroom 1st floor bedroom worked well for 4 & 6 year olds - close to parents & situated to allow earlier bedtime for them - 3rd floor multi-bed suite was perfect for teenage girls, and the carriage house apartment was likewise ideal for our teenage boys. Son in law had great fishing simply walking out back! Highly recommend this magnificent home with exceptional service from Sophie & Kathy!