Please note, a refundable damage deposit is required for all stays as outlined below. The refundable deposit will be charged via the Airbnb app 30 days prior to arrival. It will be refunded 7-10 business days after departure, subject to any damages found upon checkout. Note: Construction has begun on the adjacent lot south of Wight Away. We expect construction until the Summer of 2024. ***PROPERTY DESCRIPTION*** Experience laid-back luxury at Wight Away, where at-home comforts and captivating water views of the island's pristine mangroves await. This recently constructed waterfront villa boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, providing spacious comfort for a large family or two smaller groups. With a deluxe pool deck, a private dock, and stylish interiors, it offers top-notch amenities and a serene ambiance for your island getaway. The villa boasts a delightful wraparound porch on the west, south, and east sides, each with private lounge areas. The sparkling freshwater swimming pool invites you for a refreshing swim or a cool dip after a busy day. An expansive veranda dining table creates the perfect setting for alfresco dinners. The pool deck also features an outdoor shower, multiple sun lounges, and an outdoor kitchen cabana with a propane grill. Inside the villa, a luminous vaulted great room welcomes you with plush sofa seating and a large high-definition television. The gourmet kitchen comes equipped with a suite of modern appliances providing everything you need for a home-cooked meal. Enhance your stay by hiring one of our local chefs for a perfect gourmet dinner or brunch service. **Sleeping Arrangements** (Licensed to sleeps 8 adults, 10 guests max.) -- Primary Suite: lower level, king bed, waterfront views, television, walk-out access to the pool deck, ensuite with dual vanity, and shower with rainfall water head. -- Upper Suite: upper level, king bed, television, walk-out access to a private balcony, ensuite with dual vanity, and shower. -- Bedroom #1: lower level, king bed, island views, shares hall bathroom equipped with dual vanity and walk-in shower. -- Bedroom #2: lower level, queen bed, island views, shares hall bathroom equipped with dual vanity and walk-in shower. -- Additional bedding: queen sleeper sofa on the upper level for 2 children only. We've got all your beach and bathroom essentials covered, including linens, bath towels, and plush beach towels. Complimentary high-speed wifi keeps you connected with loved ones back home and the office if needed. The villa's central air conditioning will keep you cool and refreshed all day long. Wight Away is perfectly placed within walking distance of two of the neighborhood's beachfront dining destinations. A complimentary cell phone allows for free local calls to make restaurant reservations. A short walk to the north, the Rum Point Club provides a taste of easy-island living at its finest with watersport rentals, beach service, plus a delectable new restaurant and open-air beach bar. A little further to the south is the Kaibo where you can enjoy casual beachfront dining, tasty takeaway pizza, or refined gourmet dining along the upper veranda. For early risers, Kaibo Espresso serves premium coffees, tea, pastries, and breakfast paninis. Wight Away has been meticulously designed and constructed to ensure your vacation is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. It truly is a slice of paradise! *Note: A Cleaning Fee is included due to enhanced cleaning, sanitation, and inspection protocols. **Additional tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) are available for discounted rental. A signed waiver is required. ======= ***RATE DETAILS*** -- 13% Occupancy Tax added to all rates. -- A 10% Guest Service Fee is added to all rates. -- A Departure Cleaning Fee is required for all stays. -- A refundable damage deposit of $1,500 is required for all stays. -- Refundable damage deposits will be returned to the guest 7 days after departure pending any damages. ***BOOKING RULES*** -- Christmas & New Year's dates are split into two rental periods. Please inquire about your travel dates prior to booking. -- Shorter stays may be available but subject to a higher cleaning fee. Please inquire before booking. -- Must be 25 years or older to book and must occupy the property during the entire stay. *** GUEST SERVICES *** The Service Fee includes your Guest Services Membership. Member Benefits -- Complimentary use of snorkel equipment throughout your stay. -- Complimentary convenience items to enhance your stay: Apple TVs, Bluetooth speakers, coolers, Kuerigs, etc. -- 10% Advance Booking Discount towards a private charter. -- Guest Benefit Card offering 10% discounts with local restaurants and vendors. -- Centralized on-island guest services desk & welcome center. -- Unlimited use of Private Fitness Center (18+ yrs.) -- Business Center Access: computers, printer, scanner, & FedEx/DHL supplies. -- Jacques Scott Wine & Spirits pre-order & hold for check-in. -- Referral to preferred vendors, guest services desk assistance. At-Villa Benefits -- Complimentary pack-n-plays, booster seats, & baby gates -- Complimentary early check-in, if no check-out on the same day -- Day-after-arrival guest services follow-up -- Gilchrist & Soames bath products -- Pre-stocking of groceries & beverages (delivery fee applies) -- Arrange chefs, cooks, babysitting & family photography --$1,500 of Accidental Villa Damage Protection -- Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) available for discounted rental* *Signed waiver required. ================= ***Nearby Points of Interest*** -- The home is adjacent to the island's Bioluminescent Bay -- Short walk to the Rum Point Club for food, drinks, and watersport rentals. -- 10-minute walk to the Kaibo Beach Bar & Grill. -- 1.0 mile south to Starfish Point. -- 5.0 miles to the nearest general store, Chisholm's Grocery. -- 6.9 miles east to Over the Edge restaurant. -- 7.4 miles east to Cayman Crystal Caves. -- 9.4 miles from Grand Cayman Villas & Condos Welcome Center. -- 13.2 miles to the nearest supermarket, Foster's Market. -- 26.2 miles (51-minute drive) from Owen Roberts Airport (GCM). ***Getting Around*** A rental car is highly recommended. Taxi cabs are unreliable and expensive outside of town and Seven Mile Beach. Plus, there is no Uber or Lyft on the island. For rental cars, we recommend Avis, Marshalls, or Hertz. ***Villa Cleaning & Sanitation*** All villas are cleaned and sanitized prior to each guest's arrival. We also ask our owners to provide a starter supply of extra cleaning products. Additional housekeeping services can be purchased after booking in 3-hour time blocks. Scheduling may be coordinated with your property manager upon arrival. ***Beach Notes*** All beaches in Grand Cayman are technically public since the Queen owns up to the high watermark. Be advised that the beach or water entry behind your property may vary slightly from the images displayed due to shifting tides and weather patterns. The next-door beach is also always available for your use. The water behind Wight Away is on a canal providing easy launching of kayaks and paddleboards, as well as dockside service for charters. The backyard beach does not extend into the water. For a true beachfront experience, guests can walk 5 minutes to the Rum Point Club. This public beach spot features a white sandy beach with complimentary beach service, a restaurant with an open-air bar, plus watersport rentals, public changing rooms, and beach volleyball. Guests will find excellent snorkeling under the dock and along the coral heads to the right of the dock. ***Ocean Debris & Sargassum Seaweed*** Beaches in Grand Cayman may also experience floating ocean debris and sargassum weed seasonally. The water behind Wight Away is rarely ever affected by Sargassum, as it is protected. Villa guests can check in at our Silver Thatch Welcome Center at 846 Frank Sound Road. Directions and check-in procedures will be emailed 2 weeks prior to your arrival.