Private and secluded west end beach house

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

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98 Georgiana Dr., West End, Cayman Brac, KY2-2000

Cayman Brac Beaches
‪5 min walk‬
MV Captain Keith Tibbetts Shipwreck
‪11 min walk‬
Charlie's Reef
‪4 min drive‬
West End (CYB-Charles Kirkconnell Intl.)
‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

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Porch or lanai

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About this property

TROPICAL RUNaWAY has 110 five star reviews! The beach houses are situated on 2 1/2 acres with over 500' of white sandy beach and a private swimming pool, for the guests of TROPICAL RUNaWAY. The pool is shared between the two houses on the property, but there is great privacy between the houses. The property is ideal for those who wish to relax in a hammock in the shade of a cabana, or those who wish to dive the wall a short distance from shore. Locals claim this is the best beach for shelling, strolling and watching the sunset over Little Cayman. We are the last property on the end of the island. Convenience and tranquility make this truly a destination for the romantic and adventurous. We are equipped for scuba divers, with rinse and drying stations. Our water is town water and perfectly safe for drinking and cooking. The covered porch beckons for a cold beer or a Pina Colada while overlooking the Caribbean Sea and the sunset over Little Cayman. You have no visible neighbours. If you are so inclined you can split a coconut, have a hermit crab race or stroll through our paths carved amongst the Sea Grapes. This peace of heaven is ready to rent. We are close to the major resorts and restaurants if you need a 'neon' fix and far enough away that you can play Castaway. You will enjoy your stay and you will not want to leave.

Our beach is the turtle nesting beach on Cayman Brac. June through November turtles can be observed in the evening scooping out the sand preparing for their egg laying. Check out the tropicalrunaway website to see a photo of a giant green sea turtle on our beach. We also have nesting Loggerhead and Hawksbill sea turtles. Other resident wildlife on the island that are fun to observe are the nesting Brown Boobies on the bluff in March and April and the large Iguanas that live down the road year round.

The bedroom has a pillow top king bed, that can be split into twins. No tossing and turning all night because of a hard lumpy bed. There is a large closet, a generous supply of towels and other linens. The bathroom has an extra large shower. The great room has a well equipped kitchen, a flat screen TV, dining table, and a convertible couch that pulls out to a queen size bed.

The kitchen is well equipped..

Keywords: Secluded, Scenic, Sand Beach, Comfortable, Convenient, Easy Water Access

Property manager

Karen Zaremba

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pull out sleeper couch

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

This property uses solar energy

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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

West End

Located in West End, this holiday home is on the beach. MV Captain Keith Tibbetts Shipwreck and Rebecca's Cave are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at National Trust Parrot Reserve and Westerly Ponds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

West End, Cayman Brac

What's nearby

Cayman Brac Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
MV Captain Keith Tibbetts Shipwreck - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Strawberry Sponge Wall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Charlie's Reef - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Anchor Wall (Dive Site) - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

West End (CYB-Charles Kirkconnell Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

‪Captain's Table Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Barracudas Bar - ‬20 min walk
‪Asian House Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
‪Star Island Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Tipsy Turtle Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private and secluded west end beach house have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private and secluded west end beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private and secluded west end beach house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private and secluded west end beach house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private and secluded west end beach house located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Westerly Ponds and Cayman Brac Beaches. MV Captain Keith Tibbetts Shipwreck and Cemetery Wall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

22 February 2025

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

Paradise

We absolutely love staying here. This is the end of our second trip here. We will be back next year for sure! Thank you for all the great memories!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan b.

18 February 2025

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

Great getaway

The house, cabana, pool were great. No one was at the big house so we had the property to ourselves. Having fresh eggs from the chickens was great. The rooster is very friendly.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

7 April 2024

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

Outstanding

A truly wonderful place on a wonderful island. The home is well equipped, the location is great. I had the pleasure of meeting the property owners. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and very much look forward to returning.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

26 August 2024

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

Relaxing stay at the Tropical Runaway

My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The cottage was exactly as listed. During our stay, the main house was empty. So we had the complete property to ourselves. The property is to die for. Its like being on your own oasis. Having the pool is an absolute blessing on those hot days. Also, lets not forget there are chickens. Endless eggs. I would highly recommend this home if you're visiting Cayman Brac.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassata L.

25 February 2024

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

Amazing place!

We absolutely loved our time at Hawksbill! It was perfect for just me and my husband! A wonderful family rented the larger house and we had a great time sharing the pool and beach with them. This place is truly a piece of heaven on earth! We hope to come back next year and stay here again! Thank you Karen and Ray!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tricia F., Pickering

11 March 2024

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

As advertised

Loved the chickens!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

10 May 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Honeymoon

This house is on a great part of the island. Great reef, and close to all restaurants and stores. The proximity to the airport does not affect the property.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

2 February 2016

Perfect getaway.

This was our second visit to Tropical Runaway. Once again we had a fantastic experience both at the accomodation as well as the island. This is a shore diver's dream, many sites with easy access and dive shops that support you diving on your own. The privacy of the property is one of the reasons we return, lots of vegetation and a feeling that you are the only ones around or even close by. We will return once again.

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

22 February 2019

Peace and Quiet

What a beautiful spot! So quiet and so few people. We had the pool and beach to ourselves. Ray and Karen are delightful hosts. They shared fresh caught fish and we had fresh eggs from their chickens. Relaxing and comfortable and quiet. If you're looking for resorts and shopping and lots to go and do, the Brac is not the place for you. But if you want to truly relax this is the spot!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

4 August 2016

Anniversary Trip

When we arrived, everything was clean and well organized. All things were easy to find in the house. The beach was really close as well as the private pool. We had a wonderful time it and it was nice to be able to eat at home after going to the grocery store because the kitchen was well stocked. We recommend going to Billy's Supermarket as it has a lot more variety of choices for groceries. The property was exactly as portrayed on the website. In fact, we are thinking of returning next year!

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

12 January 2019

Cayman Brac Paradise

We absolutely love the cottage at Tropical Runaway in Cayman Brac. This little island is our go to place for shore diving, there are several that our favorites, however, there are at least 20 sites. They are clearly marked from the road, and in the water, that makes even an inexperienced shore diver feel confident. After a day of diving, the cottage is a tropical retreat along with a swimming pool, and beach front location for beach combing. It has a well stocked kitchen and comfortable bedding. We will be returning a couple of times a year as we have been for the last few!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dolores C., Marysville, Ohio

14 February 2012

Fantastic Site for a vacation getaway at TropicalrunAway

This was the most amazing place to stay for my island get a way. The one bedroom bungalow was just perfect for me and was plenty of room. It was nice having a great kitchen with every utensil I needed, since I love to cook. Having the area with kayaks and hammocks and benches either in the sun or under the shade gave me many options. I appreciated the tips of bringing water shoes for water entry from their private beach so I was well prepared. I had the opportunity to view the main house as well while I was there and would highly recommend either setting depending on the size of the group. This is a definite place to return to.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

4 August 2017

Perfect getaway for divers and privacy!!

My husband and I stayed in the Tropical Runaway Cottage for the third time last month. It shares a lovely property with a 4 bedroom house, complete with diving cleaning station, BBQ pits, swimming pool, and lush vegetation to assure privacy between the homes. Snorkeling in front of the property is great, as well as beachcombing. There is a couple that are local managers, eager to provide assistance in any way needed. This is our "go to" property and destination as we are shore divers, and the island is full of these opportunities. Non divers who are looking for privacy and relaxation will also enjoy this property. We will be back!!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pauli E.

18 February 2019

Dream Vacation

Our adult family of 7 had a fabulous vacation at Tropical Runway!! The houses were even better than the pictures showed, the browns were wonderful and we loved the fresh eggs every morning. the views are breathtaking and the privacy was perfect. We met a few locals and were turned on to swimming in the coral pool down the beach...everything was better than expected. When going to the store, we do recommend driving a little further and going to the larger store, more selection and a little lower prices. We also enjoyed a nice dinner at the Captains Table and the Thursday night crab races at the resorts bar were fun as well. We definitely plan on come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurian U.

26 March 2016

A true tropical paradise!

We had a wonderful time at Hawksbill House, which was perfect for a couple looking to get away from it all. The house is very comfortable with all the amenities needed. It sits by the lovely pool (with waterfall!) and has a view down the path to the ocean. There is a cabana on the private beach for watching the waves and the sunset. Our hosts were very helpful and friendly (their stay in the main house happened to overlap with us). They have created a wonderful retreat on this property at the sandy beach end of the island. One warning is that Brac is only for the adventuresome-- some amenities (eg groceries, restaurants) are limited in supply on the island and you need to do a little research to find places to snorkel or birdwatch. But the reward is that there are few other people or tourists around and the ocean life is untouched and spectacular.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 June 2012

Can't wait to return to Brac

Our week at Tropical RunAway was everything you could ask for in a island vacation. Gracious hosts, delightful accommodations, stunning snorkeling at every drop-in locale, to die for food just up the road if you were too tired after a day of sun and sea, restful nights in a comfy bed - priceless! I am not not a caver but if you enjoy caving there are many on the island. We saw so many different variety fish, lobsters, coral that we had camera failure. I still took over 200 photos underwater. And birds... You get the idea. It was so nice to straggle back after a long day in the water to sit in the lanai and enjoy a beer and the evening breeze and to see the sunsets. We all want to go back and wished we had booked 2 weeks.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A., Ava, MO USA

22 August 2019

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

Five Stars Are Not Enough

Tropical RUNaWay Our extended family of ten: 7 adults and three young grandchildren had a wonderful time at this beautiful property. If the rating went to 10 I would give it 10! We rented the main house and the smaller cottage. Both were perfect. The grandkids and adults all loved the pool and the beach. We saw turtle tracks on the beach and even parrots in the lush landscaping around the house. We loved the island and the people. The island is very relaxed and not crowded. When we arrived at the airport we were warmly greeted by both Sondra, the house caretaker and a representative from B&S Motor Ventures with our rented van. It was a very nice and easy start to a great vacation. I cannot say enough about the house and the grounds. The house is beautiful and the grounds make you feel like you are living in a tropical garden. There are even chickens to provide fresh eggs. The grandchildren loved collecting the eggs everyday. The houses has everything one could ever need. Karen the owner was great to deal with. A five star rating just seems too low! We would go back in a minute. Stephen Assenmacher and Family

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

23 January 2014

Perfect Getaway

What a wonderful week at Hawksbill House! The other reviewers have said it all, and believe us, they don’t lie! Tropical RUNaWAY is a very special property, from the cozy, comfortable, well-equipped cottage to the beautifully landscaped gardens and the private cabana at the sandy beach! Even though there are two houses on the property you would never know, the landscaping is so lush and well laid out. The property is the last on the beach and is private, immaculately clean, well maintained, and is within walking distance to the airport, market, and restaurants. It’s a good idea to have a car to explore all the rest of the island has to offer: hiking, caving, bird watching, snorkeling and diving. The latter two activities can be done right in front of the house from your own beach! For us there was nothing better than sitting on the beach with a drink at the end of an active day watching the sun go down, the 6:30 twin otter plane land, the waves crash in, the lights come on over at Little Cayman and then the stars come out. We saw several shooting stars and the moon was full, just gorgeous! This was the end to each perfect island day! We were fortunate that the owners, Ray and Karen were there during our stay. They are excellent hosts and were very accessible to answer any questions and give guidance on island activities and insight into island lore. This is a fabulous vacation rental and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get away from it all!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Harrison P., Milwaukee, WI

18 April 2012

Amazing, Secluded Property

This house is everything my wife and I wanted for our honeymoon: -It was very private: being the last property on the north end of the beach, we saw maybe 10 people on our beach the whole week. -Right on the beach: step off the porch and you're on the sand. Walk 20 feet and you're in the water! -Perfect tropical weather: maybe we got lucky, but the weather was astounding...the ocean was so turquoise and calm, I felt like we could have kayaked to Little Cayman (5+ miles!). This made for amazing snorkeling right off our beach! -Amazing island: the perfect amount to do for a week vacation (some caves, hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, fishing, etc.) while still leaving more than a couple of days of just lazing on the beach and under the cabana. The locals are extremely friendly! -Great owners: Ray and Karen happened to be staying in the larger house on the property while we were there, but unless you were sitting outside on the beach, you wouldn't even know they were there. They had amazing recommendations of things to do, places to snorkel, restaurants to try, travel tips, and much more! They truly built up an amazing beach front property...their hard work really shows in the amazing landscaping and cabanas they have put together. This is a honeymoon my wife and I will never forget--watching the sunsets every night, playing cards on the porch to get out of the sun, sharing drinks under the cabana while listening to the ocean, and watching the planes fly into the runway (not to mention lying under the 737's while they landed!) We hope to return soon!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

10 January 2014

Privacy, pleasure - and fresh eggs

The two of us (older adults) spent an extremely pleasant two weeks at Hawksbill Cottage over Christmas and New Year's. The house, furnishings and kitchen equipment, cabana and landscaping have all been carefully thought out for ease of use and privacy from both the "big house" and passers-by on the beach (very few in number - maybe a dozen during our stay). We hadn't realized the proximity to the airport runway but, in fact, this is not a problem. It's not busy, and we rapidly made a habit of watching, from the cabana with drinks in hand, for the sunset "green flash" followed by arrival of the 6:23 flight, then the amazing display of stars. The information available from the owner in advance and in the folder on site was helpful and Sandra, the local contact, was easily reachable. Daily fresh eggs from "the girls" in the chicken coop out back were an unexpected treat. We made about half our meals, with a good range of groceries available from local stores, including Pioneer Bakery, and otherwise enjoyed various restaurants, notably the Captain's Table, Tipsy Turtle at Brac Reef Resort, and Caribbean Food (delicious turtle stew). Christmas dinner at the Alexander Hotel and the New Year's buffet at Brac Reef Resort were both good and good value - with live music and an impressive midnight fireworks display at the resort (and a civic one the next night at Scott Dock). We snorkelled from shore at a variety of sites; checked out the Parrot Reserve (heard but not seen); visited the Museum; preferred the Heritage House with its cordial and informative co-ordinator; booked massages at the cottage from travelling masseuse Elaine Burke; and spent lots of time in the beachfront cabana reading, watching the ever-varying waves and sunsets. Too rough for snorkelling for about 4 days. Our only concern would be very spotty WiFi reception at the cottage - which apparently can be corrected by going over to the porch of the other house to download. Best-suited to 2 (or a couple and child) unless you know each other very well. No hesitation in recommending this rental to others - if they are looking for comfort and privacy on an island geared to diving, snorkelling and fishing rather than shopping, glitz and lively nightlife (there is virtually none of the above). Also, attractions, restaurants, shore dive sites, etc. are spread across the island so a rental car is pretty much essential.

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

1 December 2022

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

Wonderful

The owners were at the big house, so perhaps a biased review, but we were treated like family. Thoroughly enjoyable, highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald R., Brewster, MA

8 March 2022

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

Slice of Heaven on the Brac

We were so fortunate to find a little bit of heaven on the Brac at Tropical Runaway! The communication in planning our holiday was fabulous! Karen answered all of our questions and gave such wonderful advice of getting there to where to eat and what to see! Upon arrival, there was no issue checking in and we found everything we needed for a great holiday. The kitchen is well stocked to cook all meals, the pool was a welcome break from the heat of the day, and the cabana was great to watch the daily sunsets from. For a wonderful stay, we highly recommend staying at Tropical Runaway!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeff l.

31 July 2019

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Great week at hawksbill in the braq

4th trip to the Cayman Islands and 3rd to braq. Really enjoyed the stay at hawksbill. The pool and grill (good call on the sea grape wood for bbq) were great places to watch the sunset as was the cabana down near the ocean. Place had great ac and was very clean. Outdoor shower was a hit and the potable water and ice were also very handy. Very private and peaceful vacation even as the main house was rented. Only saw the other family a few times. The highlight outside of great diving was helping the dept of environment volunteers release baby turtles back to the sea. Loved our stay and hope to be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

4 June 2019

Heaven on Earth!

This was our fourth time to the Brac and our fourth stay at Hawksbill (or, heaven, as I call it). Karen, Ray, Henry and Heather have continued to improve the property over the years; adding a pool; adding a new wooden deck outside Hawksbill and improving outdoor lighting and landscaping. Luckily, a couple of things have not changed over the years; the quiet, relaxing beach and the amazing stargazing. You could sit on the beach all day and not see another person on the beach - that's my kind of beach vacation. This property is truly a little piece of heaven, and you can quickly tell its a labor of love. A few tips to travelers: Check out Barry's Golden Jerk; Friday night BBQ at Brac Reef Beach Resort and amazing pizza, beer, cocktails and darts at Barracuda's. Ray, Karen, Henry and Heather - If you ever decide to sell, please let us know!

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

18 February 2019

Great time at a great place. Again.

Returned to Tropical Runaway for second year in a row. I think we have our vacation home. Stayed at Hawksbill this time. A great, relaxing time. So nice to know that upon arrival we will be staying at a well maintained, clean place. We came to relax and that's what we did. Walks on the secluded beach, dips in the pool, relaxing with a book in the cabana, or touring the island, we were always having a good time, absolutely stress free. Only way to improve things would be to stay longer. Karen and Ray are great hosts. Thank you for sharing your place in paradise.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by Karen Zaremba

The beach house is a shared ownership. Henry and Heather are from Picton, Ontario. Karen and Ray are from North Vancouver, BC. Henry and Ray have been good friends since childhood. We have travelled together extensively, since we all share a love of the water, diving, snorkeling and boating.

Why they chose this property

Cayman Brac is a unique island. We enjoy the safety, diving and welcoming friendliness of the 'Brackers'.

What makes this property unique

The secluded location, with no visible neighbours, but the convenience of all the West End has to offer, shopping district, restaurants, banks, dive operations and the lagoon.

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