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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
6 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

15% OFF - select summer weeks!


Tatenda - meaning 'Thank you' in a South African dialect - is luxury beachfront home on Grand Cayman's prestigious South Sound and offers a remarkable and relaxing vacation, corporate or wellness retreat.

Centrally, yet quietly located Tatenda is perfectly placed on the reef protected beach, minutes from George Town, Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) and only a few miles from the world famous Seven Mile Beach with all the shops, bars, restaurants and resorts – which some find to be a little too crowded.

This stunning property is perfect for multigenerational families or up to 6 couples – ask us about the family and access friendly bedrooms.

Gathering and entertaining areas are located through-out the villa and are furnished to the highest of standards and still comfortable.

Stroll along the shoreline, try some beachcombing and depending on the tide snorkel or paddleboard in the calm, warm Caribbean blue waters.

Villa highlights:

Gourmet kitchen fully fitted with additional double ovens, warming draws, 5 burner cooktop ideal for family friendly dining to Private Chef experiences.

Family and breakfast room open onto the shaded outdoor dining with 6 burner barbecue, hotplate and fridge.

There’s sun and shade for everyone on the palm-dotted lawn, beachfront deck and poolside terrace.

Formal dining room and sitting room both have beach views, served by a beautiful bar with wine and beverage fridges.

Bedroom 1 – Ground floor King Suite - King bed, beach view, doors leading directly to the pool terrace, cable TV, bath with tub/shower combo and dressing area – Access friendly.

Bedroom 2 – Ground floor bedroom with 2 Queen beds, Apple TV, bath with walk-in shower.

Bedroom 3 - Upper Level Master Suite - King Bed, beach view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace with sun deck in-front, walk-in closet, desk, Cable and Apple TV, bath with soaking tub, separate shower and dual vanities.

Bedroom 4 - Upper Level King - King Bed, beach view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace, Apple TV, private bath with shower.

Bedroom 5 - Upper Level King - King Bed, beach view, doors leading to expansive 2nd floor terrace, Apple TV, private bath with shower.

Bedroom 6 - 3rd floor - Queen bed with kitchenette, ensuite bathroom with shower and private sun deck.

Shaded parking for 3 cars

Prices are based on 12 person occupancy with $100/per person/per night for each occupant over 12. The 6-bedroom listing can potentially sleep up to 16.

*Please note:
Tatenda, like many villas along the south and east coast, has a shallow beach entry via swim paths amongst some silty seagrass patches 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 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 – ask us for daily recommendations.

Grand Cayman is a friendly and generally safe island so you'll want to visit many different beaches during your stay. Smith Cove, Spotts Beach, Governor's Beach, Tiki Beach, Public Beach, etc. 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.


Distance to:
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-Cafecito Coffee & Waffles food truck 0.9 mi (2 min drive)
-Smith Barcadere aka Smith Cove Beach (has parking & restrooms) 1.6 mi
-Grand Old House restaurant & wine bar 1.8 mi (4 min drive)
-Sunset House for Shore Diving / My Bar 2.6 mi
-Don Foster's Dive Center 2.7 mi (6 min drive)
-Miss Lassie's Mind's Eye (cultural site) - 0.9 mi (2 min drive)
-Eden Rock for Shore Diving & Snorkeling 2.8 mi
-Cayman Islands Brewery 2.9 mi
-Kirk Freeport – Duty Free shopping 3.0 mi (7 min drive)
-Grand Cayman Pickleball & Roost Restaurant 3.2 mi (8 min drive)
-The Roost Restaurant 3.2 mi (8 min drive)
-Spots Beach (has parking) 4.3 mi
-Tillie's along Seven Mile Beach - 5.4 mi
-Pedro St James (cultural site) - 6.1 mi (12 min drive)
-Westin Resort and Spa (Red Sail Sports desk for jet ski rentals) 6.3 mi
-Seven Mile Beach Governor's Beach (ample parking) 6.4 mi
-Camana Bay shopping center with a Movie Theater & Play Fountains 6.6 mi
-Camana Bay Boat Dock 6.6 mi
-Ritz Hotel and Spa 7.4 mi
-Safehaven Dock 7.6 mi
-Northsound Golf Course 7.9 mi
-Cayman Yacht Club 8.3 mi
-Kimpton SeaFire Resort and Spa (Red Sail Sports desk for jet ski rentals) 8.7 mi
-Seven Mile Beach Public Beach (ample parking & restrooms) 8.7 mi
-Bonny Moon Beach Club 8.7 mi (25 min drive)
-Hotel Indigo 8.7 mi (25 min drive)
-Cayman Turtle Center 11.0 mi
-Macabuca Dive Bar & Restaurant & Snorkeling 11.1 mi
-Sun Divers Dive Shop at Macabuca / Turtle Reef 11.1 mi
-Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park 16.2 mi

Property manager

Kathy Dearmond

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Age 13.0 or older is considered an adult.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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: Owner Approval, Minimum Stay, Event Fee required.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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About the area

Map
George Town, George Town

What's nearby

  • Port of Georgetown - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • National Gallery of the Cayman Islands - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Camana Bay - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Governor's Beach - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GCM-Owen Roberts Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Point Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mango Tree - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paperman's Midtown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sharkeez - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 15% OFF - select summer weeks! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 15% OFF - select summer weeks! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 15% OFF - select summer weeks! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 15% OFF - select summer weeks! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 15% OFF - select summer weeks! located?

Located in South Sound, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Grand Cayman Beaches, Port of Georgetown and LCM David Nicholson Shipwreck. North Sound and St. Ignatius Catholic Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tatenda as advertised!

The property is as beautiful in person as it was in the pictures. That is rare! The amenities were fantastic with sunrise views each morning starting off our day. The home is a short trip to the best restaurants, beaches, shopping and groceries. Will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay

Wonderful home!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TARA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING

We booked a quick get away and it was perfect. The house, the location, the grounds, everything. Thank you for offering us your beautiful home. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We had a great stay. The house was gorgeous, clean and very well stocked. The view from the property is spectacular. I was impressed, it was even better than the pictures online. I appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was for cooking. We cooked/ grilled many times during the stay. The grill and all the appliances were clean and working properly. The bedrooms are very spacious and most have en suite bathrooms, perfect for traveling with teenagers ( which we were ) The showers had plenty of hot water. The pool was very nice too! It was clean and the host had a box of toys and floating for guests. The location was convenient for finding a grocery store and local restaurants. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Ten family members from four generations, ages 77 years-13 months, had a great week at Tatenda! The managers, Sophie & Kathy went out of their way to make sure our stay was perfect. Beautiful and spacious home with everything you need to have a fabulous vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oceanfront Home

This was a beautiful well maintained home right on the water. We were a family of 12 with all ages and found the home perfect for our stay. It was in a great central location. The hosts Kathy and Monique were so helpful and easy to get ahold of. We especially appreciated the little touches, like well stocked toiletries in the bathrooms! Would recommend for anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury home in island paradise

This home is fantastic! The furniture is beautiful the art is stunning, there’s a gorgeous do at the south sound and an infinity pool. There are decks on three floors and it’s very relaxing. Highly recommended for family and or groups of friends. Plenty of space for everyone. Really stunning property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it here!

Our family had an amazing vacation at Tatenda. I don’t think anyone could be unhappy here. The house, hosts, pool, and cleanliness were all perfect. Another reviewer of this property stated, “book this house now, you won’t regret it”. I’m seconding that opinion. We will most certainly be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meri G., Annapolis, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Memorable Stay at Tatenda

Wonderful week with family and friends, 15 in all. Weather wasn’t always what we hoped, but made the most of it. Monique was very helpful making Stingray City reservations and bringing jumper cables. Great location, beautiful home. Definitely recommend Tatenda!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sophie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grateful to be back in Cayman, can't wait to book Tatenda again!

That week was such a treat, wish we could have stayed for longer - will definately be back, 'soon come' as they say! The suites gave us our own space and the living areas meant we could gather in our own ways. There's plenty of sunny and shady spots, the outdoor kitchen/grill was our favourite. Monique & Kathy were great hosts, made all the recommendations and bookings we needed. Loved experiencing Caymankind again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara J., Cedar Rapids Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl cousin trip

This house was absolutely awesome for our group of 8 women. The kitchen is stocked with anything you need to make meals. A couple of us took paddle boards out many mornings to see the sunrise out by where the waves break. Yes some seaweed at the very first 50 feet but then crystal clear water out to the breaker wall. It was so fun and crystal clear water to swim in or just sit on your paddle board and take it all in. I would rent this house in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50th B-Day

Took our kids and their significant others for a week long stay in Grand Cayman. Kathy and Monique did a fantastic job in preparation including emails on restaurants, golf reservations, dinner spots and island must see destinations. House was great! One of the best suggestions Kathy gave was the option for an in house chef one night at the house. We had a few hiccups, but these two are truely professional and took care of the issues asap.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Island Fun

Three families of friends (11 people) enjoyed a fantastic stay at Tatenda. The property is gorgeous - spacious, very well-appointed, with every amenity you need. Kathy and Monique were so easy to work with and incredibly responsive throughout our stay. They offered excellent recommendations for local resources (shops, restaurants, activities), and also helped keep us informed and ready with recently-changing COVID requirements. Check-in and check-out were easy and smooth, getting us in to enjoy paradise as soon as we landed. This is a wonderful home for travelers wanting to relax and enjoy a beautiful island setting, but also for those seeking to experience the underwater beauty of the Cayman coral reefs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A., Lafayette indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!!!!

Our stay at Tatenda was amazing! Best trip ever. House was super clean, staff were awesome! Monica-the check in staff was super and checked in on us for everything! She recommended lots of great places! Kathy was great as well! Both were superb at communicating with me! The grounds were absolutely beautiful and the set up was great for my 5 kids.. My 2 year old son loved playing in the sand next to pool and felt like there was something to keep every child busy! We had chefs come and cook for us and highly recommend! Loved the place, staff, cleanliness, everything! There is nothing bad I could say about this place! The staff were beyond accommodating! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible family trip

We’ve been to Cayman before and were so happy when it reopened for tourism. This trip was the best one yet because of where we stayed, hands down. Tatenda is not only a gorgeous home, but it was perfect for a group of our size (very large). We had plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, but we also had multiple areas to lounge and spread out during our down time between excursions and time at the beach. The house was phenomenal, but the icing on the cake was Kathy. After meeting us at check-in and learning about our group, she made all of our restaurant reservations and even set us up with a fun diving trip that she joined us on. She is a gem! She is so knowledgeable about the island and went out of her way to make sure we had the best trip ever. This was our family’s favorite trip to Cayman and we will definitely stay at Tatenda next time we come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our best “yoga retreat” so far…

Eight of us “girls” have been waiting for Cayman to reopen to take this trip and it was worth the wait. We were a bit worried about the travel protocols but it was easy. Getting travel declarations to arrive was no problem! We arrived at Tatenda and were blown away by the views—upstairs, downstairs and everywhere. For once we didn’t fight over the bedrooms because all are large with king-size beds, access to balconies and are decorated so beautifully. Yoga on the lawn & deck by the beach, beach walking, cocktails by the pool…it all was so relaxing. Plenty of sun loungers for our group too. Kathy was a great resource helping us plan a dinner and sail. The stingrays are not to be missed! I should mention that we only had 8 people but the house could easily have fit 20. Very large, lots of family gathering areas, plenty of dining space and the outdoor areas for dining and playing on the lawn. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tatenda - Great Location

Our group of 15 easily fit on this enormous and beautiful home located near all the hot spots: Smiths Cove, 7 mile Beach, and all the beach restaurants. As we got to know the island we didn’t realize that this location in George Town was so close to all of the restaurants where we made reservations. Many of the other houses we looked out and passed on our drives at some point were much further away than we realized. The home is a first class, amazing home. Every detail is made to make your stay easy. A fully stocked kitchen made cooking a breeze. There is plenty of space to spread out - it never felt crowded. We spent most of our time in the pool as the beach is not swim-able or wade-able. We knew this prior to booking as Kathy was extremely attentive to all of our questions and needs prior to arrival. She was transparent about beach access and made it clear that her highest priority was that those who book have a clear understanding so that they will be happy if they choose Tatenda. Since Tatenda is so close to the beach it wasn’t a problem to pack up some snorkeling equipment plus beach chairs provided (available for guest use) for a short drive to the beach. One day we ate at Tillies for breakfast and then afterwards walked out to the beach and stayed for the day. I highly recommend Tatenda!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce O., MEQUON, wi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tatenda was a Fantastic Family Fantasy vacatuin

All 13 of us enjoyed this beautiful ocean front home. unfortunately the seaweed is just so abundant it makes swimming impossible and paddle boarding a bit difficult. but overall this house is amazing….an A-
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home with beach and snorkeling

We loved the house for our week long stay in GC. The layout and amenities were first class and the snorkeling was amazing. There’s a shipwreck accessible by a 5 minute walk down the beach with a lots of sea life. Everything was great and we highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

KK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This home is so spacious & gorgeous!

My family of 10, infant to grandparent ages, all had a blast. The home is roomy so we could all enjoy our own space, or enjoy the beautiful outdoors and pool together. There are so many activities and restaurants nearby, we can’t wait to visit again. Beautiful inside and out! No issues, and friendly management engagement. How soon can we return????
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jourdan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our large family couldn't have been happier...

We really couldn't have chosen a better place for our family trip to Grand Cayman. Great location and the drive to George Town and Seven Mile Beach was beautiful and it was so easy, just right down the main road which didn’t have any roundabouts. We were so close to many restaurants and shops. There is a fabulous grocery store nearby, Hurley’s, that had so many pre-made dishes we hardly had to cook. Kathy took us snorkeling at Smith's Cove just minutes from the house. Such a beautiful, sandy beach and so many fish to see! The kids loved jumping off the rocks into the ocean. We usually stay in resorts but because of the size of our family we thought we'd try a private home this time. We made the right choice! Tons of gathering space and large bedrooms, beautiful, beachfront with a large backyard and great pool. The kids loved playing outside! And we loved that there were two bedrooms with their own bathrooms on the ground level so that my parents didn’t have to climb the stairs. The kids also loved napping in the second downstairs bedroom since it was easy to get back outside to play! The only thing I would change would be a longer stay! We will definitely be back to this little slice of heaven very soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021