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Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool

***Property Overview***
Welcome to Babylon Reef, a freshly renovated oceanfront villa, complete with a sundeck and private pool, situated directly on one of the best shallow snorkeling sites on the entire island. Protected by a coral reef, there are rarely any currents or waves to contend with so children can play in the shallows all day.

The ocean views are stunning the moment you walk through the front door. Natural light and scenic ocean views flood the entire living area through the sunroom's retractable glass doors, which can be opened to allow a breeze to flow through on days when air conditioning is unnecessary.

Cute Caribbean architecture and a modern open concept design lend a great “island feel” throughout.

A full kitchen complete with modern appliances overlooks the dining area with seating for 6. An outdoor dining table off the pool deck and under tall palm trees is also available. All cookware, glassware, cutlery, and flatware is provided.

Sleeping Arrangements
(Sleeps 6 guests total)
-- Primary Suite: lower-level, king bed, ocean views, walk-out access to the sunroom, ensuite with shower.
-- Bedroom 1: upper-level, king bed, ocean views, shares hall bathroom equipped with a shower bath.
-- Bedroom 2: upper-level, two twin beds, ocean views, shares hall bathroom equipped with a shower bath; beds can be fitted into a king bed upon request.

Babylon Reef's private, well-landscaped lot includes a white picket fence, soft zoysia grass lawns, and a large sandy backyard around the pool. The owner provides a cornhole set on the beach complete with boards and bean bags plus 2 tandem kayaks and 1 child size kayak for exploring, beach hammocks for relaxing, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold running water.

With an empty lot on each side, Babylon Reef is a private and secluded retreat. The beach can be both sandy and pebbly depending on the time of year, therefore, we advise guests to bring pool shoes to avoid foot injuries.

Two large resorts with water sports, manicured sandy beaches, and oceanfront bars and restaurants are just a short 10-minute drive east.
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*Note: A Cleaning Fee is included due to enhanced cleaning, sanitation, and inspection protocols.
**Silver Thatch tandem kayaks available for discounted rental. Signed waiver required.
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***Rate Details***
-- 13% Occupancy Tax added to all rates.
-- 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Silver Thatch Membership.
-- Owner requires a $1,000 refundable excess cleaning and damages deposit.

***Booking Rules***
-- 5-night minimum stay required.
-- 6 nights minimum and full occupancy required over Thanksgiving week.
-- 7-night minimum stay and full occupancy rate required over Christmas and New Year's week
-- Christmas & New Year's dates are split into two rental periods. Please inquire with 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 or older to book and must occupy the property during the entire stay.

***Silver Thatch Guest Services***
The 10% Guest Service Fee includes your Silver Thatch Membership.

Member Benefits
-- Centralized on-island Guest Services & Welcome Center
-- Unlimited use of Silver Thatch Fitness Center (18+ yrs.)
-- Business Center Access: computers, printer, scanner, & FedEx/DHL supplies
-- Proprietary Silver Thatch Guest Discount Card
-- 10% advance booking discount for private charter
-- Complimentary use of snorkel equipment
-- Complimentary pack-n-plays, booster seats, & baby gates
-- Referral to preferred vendors, guest services desk assistance
-- Complimentary early check-in, if no check out on the same day
-- $1,500 of Accidental Villa Damage Protection
-- Additional kayaks available for discounted rental*
*Signed waiver required.

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***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, the beach or water entry behind your property may vary slightly from the images displayed due to weather. The next-door beach is also always available for your use.

***Ocean Debris & Sargassum Seaweed***
Beaches in Grand Cayman may also experience floating ocean debris and sargassum weed seasonally. Sargassum is a generally harmless floating seaweed that has increased in frequency in recent years. Although sargassum is an unsightly nuisance, it is largely seasonal in summer. Our owners do make efforts to remove heavy sargassum and will have the beach raked prior to your arrival.

Should sargassum be extremely heavy behind your property, we will reach out to the owner for alternative solutions which may include a partial refund or relocation. We try our best to work around mother nature.

Property manager

Grand Cayman Villas & Condos

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

6873

About the neighborhood

Map
Old Man Bay, North Side

What's nearby

  • Grand Cayman Beaches - 7 min walk
  • Barefoot Beach - 3 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park - 9 min drive
  • Grand Cayman Blow Holes - 12 min drive
  • Starfish Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Owen Roberts Intl. Airport (GCM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Itallian Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tukka - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eastern Star Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mimi's Dock Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Over The Edge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Side vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Grand Cayman Beaches and Babylon (Dive Site). Barefoot Beach and Mastic Trail North Trailhead are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Babylon Reef: Recently Renovated Villa with Backyard Snorkeling and a Crystal Blue Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Babylon Reef was Amazing!
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! House is absolutely charming and very private. Kitchen was well stocked with all your cooking needs. Will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The property looks exactly as shown online. Experience the view in person is unreal. Plenty to do for the kids on property. Nice quiet location. Would love to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary G., Bella Vista

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Incredible!
This house is truly a gem! If you want a truly quiet, spa like, restful place to stay on the island, this is it. From the very moment you step in you will be swept away with the view from large picture windows of your back yard to the pool and gorgeous aqua blue ocean. Your mouth will drop! It’s almost too good to be true! I don’t think the pictures online quite do this place justice. My family of 5 and I had the most magical time here with the house and bedrooms well appointed and comfortable. Lots of books to choose from- even children’s books, fun games and puzzles, closet filled with ocean gear, beach chairs, life preservers, two bikes, and some snorkel gear. Kitchen has most everything you need to make great meals, even a Ninja blender. Large dining table, and good sized couch to spread out on. The owner was super accommodating to our requests since we were staying on island longer and needed a later checkout- very quick to respond and communicate. Lovely person. Pool and pool deck feel like you’ve stepped into a boutique hotel spa-like space. Fantastic outdoor chaise loungers, some under shade of palms, grill and outdoor table and chairs made our stay super exciting and comfortable. Kids loved the beach- so many shells and treasures wash up on beach. We had the beach entirely to ourselves during our 9 night stay. Strong WiFi - reaches almost to beach. Gated and fenced yard to add to privacy and sense of security. Will come back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tvedt famiky
While we enjoyed the location, house, pool and views, the beds were HORRIBLE! one of our couples had to sleep on the couch! The place could be a 5 star if they would upgrade the beds and replace the NASTY dirty grey couch in the living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S., Boston, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway with all the comforts of home
Babylon Reef was everything we were looking for in a Caribbean house. The location was fantastic and both kids exclaimed it was the best house we have ever stayed in. Usually we visit a different beach every day, but we had so much to do near the house we ended up hanging around the house for 3 of the days. Thank you so much for the hospitality, the house was more than equipped for a comfortable stay and the updated bathrooms were a nice surprise. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This property lived up to all the reviews we saw. All the amenities were really good as well as the amazing views. The pool was also great to be in when the sea was rough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles F., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Paradise
Babylon Reef was the best appointed, best located, and hardest to leave VRBO home we have stayed in. The views are stunning, the pool is clean and refreshing, and the snorkeling you can do right off your beach is spectacular. We were often the only people we could see on the beach and in the ocean. For my family if 6, it was a vacation we will never forget. The house has EVERYTHING! Games, books, kayaks, snorkeling equipment, a grill, pool toys, bikes for kids, greatly appointed kitchen, washer and dryer, along with all cleaning supplies. Our only slight complaint would be the air conditioning settings. 78 degrees is a bit hotter than we would keep it, but with ceiling fans, it was just fine. We spent evenings playing games and watching Disney+. The best family time we have had with our kids in a long time - ages 15,13,11, and 6. The north side of island was exactly what we were looking for. Quiet and slow. You are limited on restaurants and you will need to rent a vehicle for your stay here. This was well worth it however. We would drive for miles and only pass beautiful beaches and a few chickens before we would see another car. We felt like we had our own personal island. We cooked breakfasts and lunches and traveled out for dinner. We highly recommend Tukka and Kaibo. Kaibo for coffee in the morning was the best if you have Starbucks kids. I hate giving such a glowing review because we’d love to keep Babylon Reef a secret. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Conray W., Hudson ma

Liked: Cleanliness
Parsdise
Very nice property A wonderful stay We will return Loved the outside shower
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonja S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This property was wonderful. Staff was great with communicating, gave great recommendations of things to do. Loved being away from the hustle of the city. Great entertainment for our family with adult kids
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northside Tranquility
Overall, Babylon Reef is an amazing property. Set on the north side of the island, it is a perfect place to enjoy peace and quiet while taking in spectacular ocean views. My family and I spent 10 tens at Babylon Reef. The home is well equipped and functional. We enjoy cooking, the cookware (pots, pans, skillets) are in need of updating, same for glass ware (drinking glasses, cups). The outside grill was clean and fully functional, enjoyed using it several times while we were there. The house was very clean, and in excellent shape when we arrived. Light interior painting could give a fresher look, specific to the great room ceiling. Fully functional air conditioning and several ceiling fans throughout. You will never be hot. Brand new washing machine. Dryer unit fully functional. We used both units several times. We rate the house 5 stars. The amazing views every morning out of the master bedroom and off the pool deck makes the house a first-class experience. Pool was fantastic, a highlight for all of us!! Our family loved the house and all it had to offer; we would certainly stay at Babylon Reef again. Thanks for the great communication by Ola, the on prem property manager. Don't miss out on this one.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Babylon Reef
Had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L., Biltmore Forest NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back!
Wonderful property. We will definitely be back! Could not be more pleased with everything from communication, check in, amenities to the view! Thank you for the vacation of a lifetime.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt W., Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Great property away from the hustle and bustle of things. Access to beach and beautiful views. The property is lush with amazing plants/flowers and of course palm trees!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

maggie w.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place to Spring Break!
Our family of 4 had the most enjoyable stay at Babylon Reef. The house is set on a beautiful piece of property and waking up each day to the view was like being in paradise! This is a place to relax, lay by a pool, snorkel, cook good meals, and play games. This house is in a non touristy area which is what we preferred but with a 30-45 minute drive we could do any excursion we’d like and then return to the peace of Babylon Reef! Very close to Rum Point where you can get on an excursion to Sting Ray City which was a favorite activity for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jes W., Quakertown,PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
What an amazing place! Didn’t want to leave! Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan N., Encinitas, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Caribbean Vacation
Babylon Reef proved to be the perfect spot for a quiet getaway: a beautiful and well appointed villa with plenty of privacy, a beach in the backyard and an inviting pool to enjoy a cooling dip. We easily made ourselves at home on the first day, and only left the property a few times to enjoy local eateries and a visit to Rum Point. The weather provided plentiful sunshine, with a few warm thunderstorms tossed in for variety. The property management company was responsive to the only one (and very minor) issue we had which was quickly remedied. This is one of those vacation homes we know we will return to - leaving after close to two weeks was not easy!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Private
This house checked all the boxes for us! It was private and secluded, ample space, clean and modern and had a lot for the kids to do. There was swimming, kayaking, SUP, bean bag toss, and lots of games/puzzles/toys. Ola was a pleasure to work with. We would stay here again! The only drawback is the beach behind the property is pretty small (not sure if it's due to the recent hurricane or not?).
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
My husband and I came to spend our 4th wedding anniversary and we are already counting down the days till we come back. The cleanliness, the roominess, the amenities were all perfect. The pool was fantastic and it was so easy to use the kayaks, speakers, everything. You don’t even need to borrow them from the rental company. The air conditioning was perfect. We had a fantastic time. We hated to leave
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and stay!
Had a great time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location To Relax
The family loved our stay at Babylon Reef! From the moment we walked through the door and saw the amazing ocean view, we knew it would be a vacation to remember. The location there on the north side was quiet but not too far away to hit all the things we wanted to do. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark D., Eden Prairie, MN - USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home! Loved the pool! Great beds, home is well appointed.
Love using VRBO. Process is always easy and the reviews are very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marylyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Postcard Perfect!!
This property was EXACTLY like the pictures! The views of the water and landscaping were postcard perfect! We cannot wait to come back. It was an extremely easy booking experience. Easiest, cleanest, best vacation we've ever been on as a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a fantastic property
Wonderful property, gorgeous views, refreshing pool, beautiful kitchen! Perfect property for the Caymans!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic!
We loved Babylon reef! We had three generations vacationing together at the house and it was perfect. We loved the pool and the beautiful view. The house was well maintained and beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Everything was perfect; the location, the house, and the entire check-in and check-out process
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019