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These reviews are not edited for content but are edited for "typos". They were either made public on VRBO, TripAdvisor or AirBNB or were written in our SAND or SKY guestbooks and we thank the writers for taking the time to give us and you their opinion.
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SAND: July 2017: The very best experience we have ever had in a rental property (CS and VS, with F and C) Bossier City, LA - TripAdvisor ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sand, located in Half Moon Bay, Grand Cayman, is the best appointed rental unit I have encountered. I have used rental properties for leisure as well as business purposes for many years and have never had a more comfortable stay. Every possible household appliance/gadget is available at this property. They welcomed us with a delightful wine and a delicious Tortuga rum cake. The house was new, the appliances were spotless and the location is remarkable. You can't get any closer to the ocean than this. Paul And Fay Anne are personable and took a personal interest in the success of our vacation. They communicated with us multiple times and were warm and friendly. It is obvious that they are invested in seeing that their renters have a lovely time. I cannot say enough positive comments about this couple and their wonderful beach house. For the record: I am a critical individual and do not give praise easily.
SKY: July 2017: (B, T, A and K, brother P and grands R and T, Florida and Ohio) Guestbook Notes: Thank you both so much for allowing us to enjoy this little piece of heaven on the beach! We had an amazing week here in "Sky"! Every day was such an adventure and it was so great to come "home" to calm and beautiful. 😊 The big kids and little kids enjoyed the pool daily! We loved looking for life on the beach, which was everywhere! The girls loved searching for hermit crabs and we had a couple of hermit crab races! 😊 The sky here at night took our breath away! So beautiful to look at!! Some favourites of ours: Spotts Beach - we saw several turtles feeding! Smith Barcadere (Smith Cove) - beautiful place to snorkel or just relax under a tree - loved the rock formations! Governor's Beach on 7-Mile Beach - Wow - my favourite spot to swim! The wazter is like glass - so clear all the way to the reefs where we saw tons of fish and a ray or two! It's fun to watch all the activities around there - parasailing, jet skis, boats and the big cruise ships down the beach! We went to Rum Point and Starfish Point as well. While at Starfish Point we ran into Six Senses Boats. We went out with them next morning for the early bird - Paul and Ozzie were such great hosts! We got to Stingray City before all the crowds so we could see and hold them all to ourselves! I loved being in the water with them, touching them, feeding and kissing them! Ozzie was very knowledeable about everything and we learned a lot! The snorkeling at the reef - oh my goodness! The colors and sea life were clear and beautiful! I could have stayed there all day. Last was Starfish Point, it too was beautiful! The tour lasted three hours and was USD 65.00 for adults. I highly recommend this tour. We went to the Turtle Farm as well. It was amazing to swim so close and personal with them and get to handle the little ones! I could fill up this book with memories, but I'll save some room for others! (LOL) Thanks also to Chick-Chick and Rojo! We loved feeding them. This adventure is all and more than our expectations, and we can't wait to be here again. Thanks again for all the extras you did that added to our trip!! Guestbook Notes: (A) I loved everything here. The view is outstanding. I loved feeding the chickens - Chick-Chick acts like he owns the place! 😊 We walked past the cow tied to a tree (it was sad). Big Tree BBQ is a place I enjoyed. Stingray City is a must. We loved Starfish Point and Rum Point but watch out for jelly fish!
SAND and SKY: July 2017: Guestbook notes (T and CM - Lebanon) We have had the most amazing honeymoon possible! After having back surgery and planning a wedding all in four months, this is exactly what we needed. I can't think of any place I would have rather been for our honeymoon. Paul and Fay Anne have been the best hosts. I texted several questions to Paul and had a prompt response every time. The beach is the perfect place for a photo shoot. Tony from Cathy Church Photography captured some beautiful photos for us. 😊 Enjoy your stay! It goes by very fast!
SKY: July 2017: (JJ and family, Treasure Coast FL) Guestbook Notes: Wow, what a fabulous find! Your place was perfect for our family. We loved having all the comforts of home with a spectacular view! Thanks for the theatre tour - wish a performance was on this week! {Private note] Thanks for an affordable luxury home stay. We hope to return someday! 😊 Recommendations for guests: Crystal Caves - but take the very first tour - 9:00 am. It is a super neat place to tour but very hot and muggy in the caves. Let me stress - bring a water bottle or buy one at the gift shop for $2.50. They also have natural bug spray for mosquitos. Royal Palms Beach Club - for a smooth ocean and soft, white sand. It has plenty of free parking open to all. They have a pool for 18's and over, a bar, and food service outside with covered shade. Beach chairs are available for rent ($2.00), umbrellas for rent, clean bathrooms and free cold water. Decent snorkeling offshore for beginners! Admission is $2.00 per person. No outside food and drink but we wrapped water bottles in our towels. Fantasea Parasailing - they met us at Royal Palms on the beach - awesome ride. Call them for a booking.
SAND: June 2017: Fantastic week at Crescent Beach (SF and AF, KG and HG, and AH - Fort Worth TX - VRBO) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We had an amazing time at Crescent Beach! Everything was perfect throughout the week. Paul and Fay Ann were excellent. They were quick to respond to emails and messages. They truly thought of everything to make our stay wonderful. There were 5 adults staying in Sand. It was really comfortable for all of us. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed to make many dinners and breakfasts throughout the week. We loved hanging out with Chick Chick by the pool or on the patio. We were very excited to see that turtles nested during our stay. We are looking forward to following the progress of the nest. We were sad to see our vacation come to an end. This was our first trip to Grand Cayman and Crescent Beach, but it will not be our last! Guestbook Notes: Thank you for the hospitality! Great home with beautiful views! We are glad to have been here to see the turtle nests and wish we could stay around to see them hatch. Chick-Chick was well cared for during our stay! ;} We look forward to returning in the future. Crescent Beach is truly a treasure within Grand Cayman - thanks for carving out a little piece of heaven.
SKY: June 2017: (E, L, C, G, J and J - Atlanta GA) Guestbook Notes: Thank you for your exceptional hospitality! We loved your beautiful home. We really enjoyed snorkeling and just floating in the bay. You truly have a magical paradise here and we will recommend this home to all our family and friends! 10 days in the Caymans is just too short! I will miss the sound of the ocean, having coffee with that view, and of course, RoJo and Chick-Chick. Our recommendations: Stingray City - White Sands Watersports (we took the 7am tour on a Sunday and had the entire place to ourselves: $60 USD) A drive to Starfish Point is a must! (just past the Kaibo) Restaurants: Big Tree BBQ (Gun Bay - loved it); Kurts Korner (Old Man Bay) ; Eagle Rays (East End - Tuesday buffet is $22 USD) Purblue Ice Cream in Bodden Town has good ice cream Visit Hell and get your passports stamped Cayman Turtle Centre ($18 USD) May God bless you both with your future "expansion". All the best...
SKY: June 2017: Vaca! (J, M, D, K and M - Clovis NM) ★★★★★ Away from the hustle & bustle. Awesome property and the owners were awesome as well!!! Guestbook Notes: We have so loved our visit to Crescent Beach. Such a beautiful home away from home. All the details you provided made our family very comfortable after enjoying great days on the beach. We ate at Tukka's Restaurant which was good. While we were there they turned off all the lights and put out the candles so that everyone could enjoy the moon rising over the water. Also the Chef took pictures of the girls in the chair Taylor Swift sat in during her visit earlier in 2015. He told them all the details of her visit with her family and how they enjoyed how respectful everyone was of their privacy and they stayed and enjoyed the stars. We loved the Lighthouse Restaurant also! We went deep sea fishing (with Cayman Offshore Adventures - Capt Jacob McTaggart), visiting Stingray City and Starfish Point on the same charter, and caught baracuda, yellowfin tuna and mahi mahi. We took advantage of your beautiful kitchen and grill and cooked several nights using our catch! The stingrays at Stingray City were so amazing. They are just like puppies! So friendly they would rub right up to us as if to be held! And we did hold and feed them. The water was waist high in the most beautiful blue-green clear colour. Also the starfish were HUGE! My girls held so may they placed them up each arm! Wish I could leave you pictures! [Private words] We loved shell hunting at your beach, laying in the hammocks and swimming in your pool morning and evening. We went to 7 Mile Beach, took the beach access next to the Westin by the Governor's House [Governor's Beach]. It is THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WATER! Blue-green, white sand, and so clear!! The beach there was never crowded and we watched beautiful sail boats and parasailers! Oh, and Rum Point - a super place to eat lunch and walk down a long dock. All the colours were amazing! All of my pictures were so pretty. Thank you for everything. PS: We didn't know we would learn to drive on the other side of the road - the steering wheel was on the other side! Also, we took pictures at the Blow Holes up from here and at the Lovers Wall sign! May God bless you and everyone who stays here!! (1 Thess 5:16)
SAND: June 2017: : (RA, M, C, R and L - Sugarland TX) Guestbook Notes: There is absolutely no way I could think of enough words to describe our heart feelings of our stay here. We thank you both for your unbelievable care and hospitality! Even down to you Paul getting us out of the First Baptist Church parking lot and arrival here! The view, the peace, the tranquility, the overall beauty made this a wonderful and memorable vacation! Thanks from all five of us - The Texas Gang!
SKY: May 2017: Highly recommend!!! Beautiful and kind owners!!! (S, C, T, AR & AG - Forest, VA) ★★★★★ Can't say enough about this awesome place and owners! Honestly, you could stay here alone and never leave and enjoy the ocean and snorkeling steps from the home. The owners are lovely people and so helpful. They made our stay extra special. Glad we chose to stay here and rent a car as it was a much quieter area and very private. Tukka and Casa43 were two of our favorite restaurants we ventured out to. The blow holes are awesome and are just a mile away. It is a great spot just to visit and take some great pictures. It is not a swimming spot. Smith Cove is awesome for swim/snorkel and 7 mile Beach if you don't want to just stay at the house. I highly recommend this home it has everything you need. They supply beach towels, umbrellas, snorkeling equipment, water shoes and even bags for the grocery store so you don't have to buy your own bags. There are plenty of bath towels/awesome bath bars by Bubbles (be sure to visit the store just down the road) and kitchen dishes if you want to cook. Everything was well thought out by Paul and Fay Anne. We hope we can return one day to their beautiful home 😊? Thank you so much!! Guestbook Notes: Beautiful! Everything we hoped it would be and more!!! We were blessed to find your beautiful place and enjoyed the wonder of the view and the ocean creatures in the water here. The snorkeling was so fun here and the water was calm and perfect as we can stand even far out - helped me especially since I'm more hesitant with deep water - perfect! Your place is well thought out for all the comfort and provisions you have, Grateful for the washer/dryer to keep clothes clean ;). It was relaxing and comfortable. [Private note] Our adventures took us to drive and explore everywhere! We loved Stingray City; Starfish Point: Smith Cove is fun to swim & snorkel - take pictures. The blow holes up the road are fun to see and a great pic place too. Had fun looking around in George Town for small remembrances. Turtle Farm was fun too - enjoyed getting in with the flapping turtles. We tried out Cemetary Beach (7 Mile Beach area) and a few others. Our favourite was right here hunting for ocean treasures - shells, coral pieces etc. Loved the hammocks and the pool. It was nice to eat in a bunch, but we loved the Casa 43 Restaurant. Tukka was yummy too! Enjoyed First Baptist Church with amazing service & sweet, friendly people. Mostly, we loved not having a schedule, and relaxing here. [Private notes for which, our thanks - you are very kind]. Love and Deut 33:27. From AG (11): The house was one of my best experiences ever. [Private note for which we thank you]. I loved going to the Turtle Farm and holding and swimming with the turtles. Thx you so much for the fun time: loved Starfish Point and Stingray City. From T (20): Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful home. Some of my favorite things here were waking up to the clear blue water, feeding the cute little chickens (Chick-Chick and Rojo), and just enjoying this home away from home. We all loved Stingray City, turtle farm and the stafish beach. You have amazing restaurants along the beaches. Thank you again.
SAND: May 2017: : (S,K,N,C,B and A - Kenosha WI) Guestbook Notes: Amazing Vacation! Thank you Paul and Fay Anne for being such great hosts. You really have a piece of paradise here. We are blessed that you share it with us.
SKY: May 2017: Clean, comfortable, spacious. The perfect beginning and ending of a fun filled day!!! (BK & JK-VRBO Michegan) ★★★★★ Beautiful! Everything we hoped it would be and more!!! Guestbook Notes: We don't want to leave! Thank you for the use of your beautiful home! There was absolutely nothing we needed that was not provided here. You have thought of everything that would make it feel like home away from home. It is clean and very comfortable. It was so nice to be able to come back here after a day snorkeling at Eden Rock or Smith Cove or Cheeseburger Reef (our three favourite spots) and relax by the pool. The views are breathtaking!! Thank you for being so hospitable (private words) You went above and beyond and we so appreciate it. God bless you and the Cayman Islands - we hope to be back - God willing.
SKY: May 2017: Clean, comfortable, spacious. The perfect beginning and ending of a fun filled day!!! (JK-VRBO) ★★★★★ Beautiful! Everything we hoped it would be and more!!!
SAND: May 2017: (CN-AirBNB) This was a perfect spot to enjoy Grand Cayman. It is situated on a quiet part of the East end, and is about a 35-40 minute drive into Georgetown. Perfect for a quiet getaway while still being accessible to the rest of the island. Paul and Faye Anne are very hospitable, and always just a phone call away. The place was clean, well furnished, and a killer location right by the water. I'll be back! Guestbook notes (C,C,C,B,E): Perfect home for a perfect vacation. The view is unmatched and we loved staying in East End. From eating breakfast oceanside on our very own patio to enjoying the neighbourhood Caribbean fare, everything about this vacation was PERFECT. Thank you Paul and Fay Anne for your hospitality including all of your recommendations. Thank you Rojo and Chick-Chick for the company. We hope to see you again.
SKY: April 2017: Awesome Crescent Beach vacation! (CD-VRBO- Michegan) ★★★★★ Our family of 5 (four adults and one 15 year old boy) absolutely loved staying at Sky for the week. Paul and Fay Anne are very gracious hosts. Fay Anne met us at the airport to take some of our luggage since we were not sure if we would have room for everyone plus luggage in the rental car. She showed us around and made recommendations for shopping/eating while we waited for the rest of the group to arrive. Paul and Fay Anne met us at Sky a couple hours later to show us around. The house and location are beautiful. We especially enjoyed relaxing on the deck or hammocks, swimming in the pool and snorkeling out front. The Sky floor plan is excellent for 6 people with each bedroom having a bathroom and a large open living area/dining/kitchen. The house had everything we needed for our vacation including some fold-up chairs that we were able to put in the back of the car to use when we went to other beaches. Personally, I preferred to stay put at Crescent Beach and have the beach to ourselves. Use of the bikes and kayaks were an added bonus. We biked to the blowholes several times during the week. We would love to stay at Sky on our next vacation to Grand Cayman.
SAND: April 2017: Best vacation ever! (JS-VRBO - Minnesota) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We loved the house and location. Super quiet and private. Great snorkeling too! The owners are the sweetest! Guestbook notes (L,J,J,P,D,M & B): New Rooster: CHICK-CHI - Great time!!! Thank you!
SAND: March 2017: Guestbook notes (D&RM - Tulsa OK): WOWIE!! Lovely week vacationing with friends - Thank you! (J&KL - Owasso OK): Fantastic vacation. Wonderful house and hosts! Great time with great friends. (L&CF - Owasso OK): Thank you for sharing your house with us. We had a wonderful week.
SKY: March 2017: Guestbook notes: (R&W-VRBO- Birmingham AL) Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We loved snorkeling in the beautiful water and watching the dive boats each day. The girls loved playing in the poolfeeding the chickens. Grand Cayman is a true gem! We swam with the dolphins, visited the turtle farm, went to stingray sandbar, swam at starfish point and snorkeled at many fun spots. We will definitely recommend this beautiful home and hope to come back.
SKY: March 2017: Guestbook notes: (M,W,E(16) and J(13)-TripAdvisor - Columbus OH) You have a beautiful home and the location is perfect. We enjoyed the quiet atmosphere of East End. The snorkeling was wonderful - a different beach every day. Loved seeing live turtles at Spotts Beach. But our favourite was probably Smith Barcadere Beach in South Sound. Restaurants were all great: Eagle Ray's, Tukka, The Lighthouse, Over The Edge, Burger Shack. We had an amazing vacation.
SKY: March 2017: Wonderful stay in East End (LT-VRBO, Minnesota) ★★★★★ Words cannot express what a wonderful stay we had at Crescent Beach (Sky). Paul and Fay Anne are gracious hosts that provided everything we needed. It was nice to have a place to call "home base" where we could eat breakfast on the porch overlooking the water. There was enough space for me, my husband, daughter, and parents so that we didnt' feel over crowded. The pool was the perfect size! Snorkeled and kayaked right out from the condo. Ate at Tukka, Eagle Rays, Over the Edge. Went to Botanical Garden, Turtle Sanctuary, Sting Ray boat trip...we had the time of our lives. We hope to be able to come back and visit in the years to come! Guestbook notes: We had a wonderful time in paradise! Thank you so much for the beautiful condo - was so nice to have a homey place to call our base. Made it over to George Town - and while lovely, we preferred the quietness of East End. Less hustle and bustle. Enjoyed a boatride to visit the stingrays with Dexter's Fantaseatours - great experience. Also did the Turtle Farm for our daughter - she LOVED being able to hold the turtles. Snorkeled every day at a new beach - my parents may want to retire here - you may have a request for long term renters!! This was the trip of a lifetime and so glad that my daughter and parents were able to experience it all with us - so many memories that will last a lifetime. Until next time, N, L, A(7), and C&D.
SAND: March 2017: Private Sanctuary! (TD - VRBO) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I stayed in "Sand" for a week with my family of five and it was absolutely perfect. We didn't want to be near the chaos of Seven Mile beach and wanted the capability to explore the whole island of Grand Cayman, which the location of Crescent Beach allowed easily. We all enjoyed coming home every afternoon and being able to enjoy the beach, pool and patio of the house. The snorkeling in front of the house is quite good, but the beauty and privacy was really great. The home is appointed very tastefully and we felt very comfortable. We easily were able to eat in a few nights because the kitchen is so nice and they have two grills. One added bonus that I didn't read about but is worth mentioning is the snorkel gear, bikes, water shoes, noodles, beach towels and kayaks that the owners provide for your use. It was quite excellent and the reason why I like renting properties so much. Paul and Fay Anne are fabulous hosts and our experience was top notch.
SKY: March 2017: Guestbook notes (P&M) Thank you so much for your generosity and other little things that made our stay so enjoyable. Outstanding accommodation. Outstanding location. Pleasant memories until the next time.
SAND: March 2017: Beautiful, peaceful, relaxing!! (J&M - VRBO, Tiffin OH) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I cannot say enough about how great our stay was! Paul and Fay Anne were so welcoming, and have provided a lovely home equipped with everything needed for a great beach vacation! Paul responded promptly to all of my emails prior to our stay, and in depth, which I truly appreciated. He was helpful during our entire stay and even brought a new bicycle promptly when the older one had issues with the pedals. He was willing to provide suggestions of things to do and told us about a play on the island which we chose to attend and thoroughly enjoyed (The Prospect Playhouse)! The home and surroundings are even more lovely than in the pictures! The serenity and beauty of the grounds was greatly appreciated, and we loved the little hermit crabs walking on the beach, the geckos roaming about...we even got to see two of the green parrots in the tree out front one morning. Most memorable were daily visits from Chick-Chick and Rojo, who are already missed. We loved Cayman, the friendliness of the people, and this home. It was an amazing place to stay, on the quieter and more relaxing side of the island. Still close to great East End restaurants and Rum Point area, would highly recommend!! Guestbook notes: Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in such a lovely place! The peacefulness, beauty and wildlife (especially Chick-Chick and RoHo) will be truly missed! Our first visit to Grand Cayman has been wonderful - we loved the island and the friendliness of the people. We have left our mark here - some coral people on your beach and my stack of rocks down by the shore (if they survive the elements). Thanks again (:
SAND: March 2017: Guestbook notes (K&A - VRBO, Bellevue OH) We just can't say enough wonderful things about our experience here - from our gracious hosts, the beautiful home where we stayed, the spectacular view from our backdoor, the awesome snorkeling, the sights, the sounds, the smells - the list is endless. We truly thank you.
SAND: February 2017: Absolutely the BEST! (CS - VRBO) ★★★★★ What a great place! House was exactly as described and very comfortable. Very clean with all the necessary conveniences. The beauty of the beach just out the back door was amazing and so private. Paul and Fay Anne were very pleasant and so informative and helpful with all of our needs. This was the perfect setup for our group of 3 couples, plenty of space and privacy.
SKY: February 2017: Outstanding! Exceeded expectations!! (BC-VRBO) ★★★★★ Very pleased with the property and location. If you are looking for quiet get-a-way, this is your destination. First Class accommodations!
SKY: February 2017: Guestbook notes (B & C - Maine) Words cannot express our thanks for sharing the beauty of your spot here at Crescent Beach. This stay has been a "WOW" for us and totally exceeded our expectations. We thank you for the wonderful welcome gifts. The rum cake was delicious and disappeared fast! The accommodations here were so comfortable and homey. The view, the balcony, the pool and the beach were fully enjoyed every day! We will definitely be back! You have both been gracious hosts and such a pleasure to talk to and be with. We visited Rum Point once again and all the eastern side. Went to a couple of our personal favourites to eat - Lighthouse and Tukka. May the Lord continue to bless you, your family and all that you put your hands to. And now these three remain; faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. (1 Cor 13:13)
SAND: February 2017: Guestbook notes (D & L, and G & M - Veneta, Oregon) We want to say thank you for letting us stay in your house. It felt like home to us for 12 wonderful days. We had so much fun laying in the sun, snorkeling in the reefs and canoeing. It was amazing - the people on the island were so nice. We had a great time at Stingray City, swimming with the dolphins, and playing with the turtles. We went fishing on a private fishing boat (Reelistik Charters) and it was so much fun - recommended! It didn't seem to matter where we ate dinner at because it was all so good. To name a few: Tukka, Hard Rock Cafe, Margaritaville and pizza at Lighthouse Restaurant. Rum Point was also a great place. So much fun. Shopping in George Town was second to none. 7 Mile Beach looked awesome. Next time we might hang out there. We went to Hell & its post office. Most of all, keep feeding Chick-Chick - it made the trip complete. Thank you so much, Paul and Fay Anne - great hosts!.
SAND: January 2017: Best Vacation Ever! (KV-VRBO) ★★★★★ We took a gamble on this property based on photos and some reviews. Well, our gamble paid off big time. This place is fabulous beyond words. The owners thought of everything and more. Bikes, kayaks, pool and the view-spectacular! We dove the East End and the location was great. We will be back again and plan to stay at this house. Thank you for one great vacation!
SAND: January 2017: Guestbook notes (K & S - GB Wisconsin and Fort Myers FL) We've been diving in Grand Cayman for 30 years, but not with such nice accommodations. What an amazing home for a week! We came down for a week of diving with White Sand. 12 wonderful dives with great company. To come back from diving each day to this gorgeous place was a real bonus. Thank you. Restaurants, Kurt's Korner, Over The Edge, Eagle Ray. Casual but great food. Our friends stopped by and loved the place. Grand Cayman is a magical island. We will be back.
SKY: January 2017: Secluded Luxury, fantastic view! (CP-VRBO) ★★★★★ How can I even put this into words? What a fantastic place! Clean, modern, extremely well equipped and furnished, quiet (except for the waves crashing over the reef just out the patio door and the occasional chicken), great location and possibly the kindest people you will ever meet making sure that your stay is perfect. Upon hearing that our flight was going to be delayed due to weather in Atlanta, Paul and Fay Anne went shopping for us to be sure we had food to get us through until the stores opened again on Monday...right down to a 12pk of Caybrew Lager! Morning coffee on the patio while watching the sun rise each morning and sunsets from the beach, Paradise. We could not have been happier with the location. Easy access to East end, Rum Point and a pretty easy drive to George Town and 7-mile beach. The snorkeling from the beach here is great and our kids loved the hammocks and pool. We will definitely be back. Thanks for the awesome backdrop for a fantastic family vacation!
SKY: January 2017: Guestbook notes (C, P, K, G, S and B - Wisconsin) The B / P clan had a fantastic time this week. Your place is beautiful and well-equipped. Also one of the best beach spots on the island for snorkeling. We snorkeled here every day. S loved the lizards and crabs and feeding the rooster (Chick-Chick) Cheerios. Highglights of our trip (in no order): Snorkeling here in Half Moon Bay Swimming with the stingrays (Sea Elements - highly recommended) Kayaking the mangroves (Sea Elements - highly recommended) Snorkeling with sea turtles at Spotts Beach just west of Savannah Fantastic dinner at Bombay Chopsticks Cayman Turtle Centre Warm weather and sun Hanging together as a family! Thanks and hope to be back some day.

SKY: December 2016: Wonderful time at the Crescent Beach House! (AT-VRBO) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We had a great family vacation time at the Crescent Beach House. Paul and Fay Anne met us upon our arrival and made sure we had everything to make our week enjoyable. They invited us to the New Year celebration at the Governor's Beach and had the food + lanterns for us. We felt very welcome. Their beautiful Sky was very roomy and they even brought us an extra mattress for one of our children since none of our kids wanted to share the bedroom with Grandma. All the recommendations for restaurants and activities at the house were very helpful. All in all we love their house and the East side was great for our quiet time to bond with our children. Lastly, their hospitality made us feel at home and we did not want to leave at the end of our stay.
SKY: December 2016: Most wonderful trip! Can we give 6 stars?! CK-VRBO) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We just returned home from an amazing week at Sky. Paul and Fay Anne thought of everything! We did a lot of cooking in the lovely kitchen (great appliances and kitchen tools)! We used the grill, the washer/dryer, the cooler, the beach chairs, the awesome Cayman towels. All necessities provided including a first aid kit, sunscreen, bug spray (just a few bugs after sundown, not bad at all!), snorkel gear, recycling bins. Gorgeous bathrooms/shower with soap and shampoo. Very comfy beds. Lovely deck chairs on beach and around the pool. Hammocks on beach for relaxing and reading. Paul and Fay Ann have a info-packed booklet all about the residence and the island. (Read more...)
SKY: December 2016: Guestbook notes (P,C,M and I - Michigan) We are finishing an amazing week here at Half Moon Bay! We are so impressed with your beautiful home. The views from SKY are unbelievable. We truly feel we have spent a week in paradise. Thank you for all of the special touches around the home - we also appreciated your environmental care: recycling bins and smart air-conditioning system. Some of our favourite activities in addition to great snorkeling right here in the bay: Scuba diving with Ocean Frontiers Snorkeling trip with White Sands Lunch at the Wyndham Reef Crystal Caves Silly pictures at Concrete Gardens Queen Elizabeth Botanical Gardens - water lilies in bloom Restaurants - Tukka (yum), Kaibo (so slow, food so-so), Lighthouse (take-out pizza, and Rackhams Escape Room Pirate Cellar - so FUN! LockedInnCayman Spotts Beach - snorkeled and saw turtles Happy New Year, best wishes! We hope to be back soon!
SKY: December 2016: What a Great Stay - Perfect for a Family Vacation! (WC-VRBO) ★★★★★ If spending the day snorkeling, swimming, exploring the tide pools, laying in the hammock, grilling, and watching the stars by a bonfire on the beach appeal to you - this is the place! Our family of 6, ranging from age 4 to 72, had a wonderful stay this December. Paul was an very gracious host, offering to procure groceries for us for our first day, and giving us a thorough tour of the property when we arrived. Tastefully appointed and well-stocked - we had everything we needed! The beach is protected from the waves by a coral reef a few hundred yards offshore, which provided a great place to introduce our six year old to snorkeling, getting a great look at lots of different fish and coral. While this is a great family spot - it can be a romantic getaway too...enjoyed late nights with a bottle of wine on the balcony listening to the waves and watching the stars. Great find! Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers.
SKY: November 2016: Extremely Relaxing! (L&CS-VRBO) ★★★★★ Our week in your lovely home was one of the most relaxing weeks we've had in a long time. We truly enjoyed your beautiful and very comfortable beach home, as the views were spectacular! We also enjoyed the snorkeling in the bay right outside, and swimming in the pool, and lounging in the hammocks. We also were able to relax as we ate breakfast on the balcony every morning. We truly appreciate how sweet and thoughtful you were for our anniversary. The rum cake and wine was a very "tasteful" gift. The recommendations for resturants were spot on. Our very favorites were Bombay Chopsticks, Tukka, and Pappagallo. We hope to be back for another anniversary trip soon, thanks for being such wonderful hosts!
SAND: November 2016: Guestbook notes (S, T & G - Baltimore) Very likely our best vacation ever. The beautiful island, the perfect weather, and the lovely home all combined to wash our cares away. Paul and Fay Anne are gracious and generous hosts, and are an endless source of valuable information. I can't imagine how the trip could have been better. Thank you for everything. T is already planning for a trip next year!
SKY: November 2016: Guestbook notes (LS/CS - Tennessee) This has been one of the most relaxing weeks we've had in a long time. We truly enjoyed your beautiful beach home. The view from this apartment is so spectacular! We enjoyed snorkeling here at the house & swimming in the pool as well as relaxing breakfast on the balcony every morning. [Private note] The recommendations for restaurants were spot on. We had a fantastic meal every night - our favourites were Bombay Chopsticks, Tukka & Pappagallo. We hope to be back soon for another anniversary trip. Thanks again for everything and for breakfast the next morning since the stores were closed on Sunday. You are truly wonderful hosts.
SKY: October 2016: Facebook (IB) ★★★★★ We absolutely loved our stay here. Paul and Faye Ann are the greatest hosts and so welcoming. We stayed in the SKY condo and everything was beyond comfy and well maintained! It certainly felt like home away from home! We definitely need to come back!
SAND: October 2016: You'll want to move in (MG-TripAdvisor) ★★★★★ My wife and I have traveled all over, but this is the only place we have been that we really didn't want to leave. It was so amazing we really want to move there! The property itself is wonderful and has everything you need. Make sure to take any special coffee you may like and there is a great coffee maker to brew up a nice cup. The kitchen got quite a workout when we were there and had everything we needed. The beach and pool are perfect. The snorkeling is really amazing. I saw snapper, grouper, tarpon, rays, lobster, and all sorts of other fish around the many coral heads in the small bay. We are planning a trip back next year, but my only fear is we'll be feeding the bug that is trying to get us to move there! Driving on the left side of the road was a fun adventure too! Oh, Chick Chick LOVES crackers when he isn't wandering the beach for chicks :)
SAND: August 2016: Guestbook notes (NG) ★★★★★ Well, what can I say... I forgot what month it is! Loved our stay and really don't want to leave. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home for our tenth anniversary. We'll be back...
SAND: August 2016: Guestbook notes (DH) ★★★★★ We can't say enough good things about this home away from home. The house is open, spacious and expansive like the surroundings. The quiet atmosphere, constant sensory experience of the ocean soothes and refuels the body and spirit. We were able to rest and restore ourselves from our hectic New York lifestyle. Thank you, Paul and Fay Anne, for being wonderful, responsive hosts and creating a perfect environment. We hope to return and share this haven with family and friends.
SAND: July 2016: Guestbook notes (JA) ★★★★★ What a wonderful place - and what wonderful, caring hosts. We have had the holiday of a lifetime - snorkeling coral gardens, feeding stingrays, nesting and hatching turtles, shooting stars at night, kayaking, starfish, paddleboarding, amazing peaceful beaches, delightful food and drinks, crab dodging at night - oh! and we also got married here! We feel very closely attached to Cayman and Crescent Beach and we truly hope to come back many, many times. With much love: J, F, E and I xxxx - and love to Chick-Chick too...
SAND: July 2016: Absolutely Incredible!!!! (LM-VRBO) ★★★★★ First and foremost I'd like to say that Paul and Fay Anne are amazing people who will welcome you to Grand Cayman with open arms. They will help you with anything you need at any time you might need it. The best description of SAND is "Utopia." The house is absolutely gorgeous with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Each room (3 of them) has their own bathroom which was perfect since we had a family of 4. There was no extensive waiting to get ready to go anywhere, which was rare since you really never want to leave!. (Read more...)
SAND: June 2016: Unbelievable (LM-TripAdvisor) ★★★★★ Stayed at Crescent Beach SAND June 25-July 2, 2016 and already miss it. Paul and Fay Anne greeted us at Fosters in Bodden Town and treated us like we were old friends. Super awesome people!!! They will help you with whatever you need, before your trip if you have questions, and during your stay for anything you need. The house is GORGEOUS. Situated on the south side of the island right on the beach, you really don't need to leave. We snorkeled right outside the back door and saw so many fish and conchs around the coral. (Read more...) Guestbook notes What an amazing place!! Paul and Fay Anne are remarkable hosts and treated us like family. We will miss this beautiful oasis but will cherish the memories. Say "Hi" to Chick-Chick for us.
SAND: May 2016: Absolutely phenomenal! (DM-TripAdvisor) ★★★★★ Our staycaytion at Crescent Beach was absolutely phenomenal! Getting a break from the normal hustle and bustle of town was just what we needed and we were very grateful that the location wasn’t too far out for when we needed to run out for a quick errand. Everything was set-up so wonderfully for us when we arrived, the kids thought it was the best surprise ever, especially when they saw the grand stairway, pool, beach and firewood which had all been so thoughtfully prepared for a bonfire. (Read more...)
SAND: March 2016: Perfection on Grand Cayman (AZ-VRBO) ★★★★★ We have just returned from a glorious week at Paul and Fay Anne's place on Crescent Beach!! We stayed in Sand, the lower level of the house, and it could not have been more perfect. We have four kids ranging in age from 9 to 16. The layout of the house worked very well. The bedrooms are generous in size, have very comfortable beds and ample storage. The open concept of the large main area meant we could all be together without being on top of each other. (Read more...)
SAND: March 2016: Guestbook notes (H, A, S, M, A & G) We had so much fun sitting in the sun, snorkeling, playing bounce ball, playing volleybal and swimming. We had a blast at Grand Cayman and hope to come again. P.S.: We will miss "Chick Chick". (The pet rooster)
SKY: March 2016: Guestbook notes (WP) Thank you Fay Anne and Paul - you have been great hosts for our stay in your beautiful place on the ocean. Seven Mile Beach was awesome but our favorite hang-out all week was Rum Point. Very laid back atmosphere with one of the best beaches we've seen! The frozen drinks were a hit all week. Calypso Grill was the nicest food venue on the island. Seafood, drinks and desserts were amazing. Seven wonderful days spent in paradise. We hope to be back!!!
SAND: February 2016: A peaceful getaway (JV-VRBO) ★★★★★ My friends and I are so fortunate to have had the chance to stay at this wonderful home. With all the amenities needed for your stay and a warm welcoming, this place truly is an escape from it all. Nestled away on the East End we got a true feeling of island life, the local eateries are phenomenal and there is close access to the Botanical Gardens, Rum Point, and not to mention all the places to explore in between. (Read more...)
SKY: February 2016: Guestbook notes (DST) Dear Paul and Fay Anne - We have enjoyed our week here at Crescent Beach so very much. It was the perfect place to relax and reconnect with the kids. Thank you for being such wonderful and attentive hosts. Our favourite activity this week was the "Eco-Tour" that we took through George's Watersports. We particularly loved swimming with and feeding the stingrays. Rum Point was another favourite hangout for all of us, plus a great place to swim, snorkel and have some great drinks + smoothies. (Read more...)
SAND: February 2016: A slice of paradise and the peaceful side of Cayman (KH) ★★★★★ Grand Cayman is a beautiful place to visit but having your own little escape to your own paradise makes it all the more amazing. This beautiful house is equipped with everything you need and the owners' friendly manner makes it all the more welcoming. It is hugely spacious, decorated with good taste, has an unbeatable sea view and great balcony area. (Read more...)
SKY: January 2016: A wonderful retreat away from the crowds (MW) ★★★★★ Crescent Beach is a special place. It's nice to be some distance away from the cruise ships and Seven Mile Beach high rises. My husband and I stayed in the Sky apartment with another family. The house is spacious and well stocked with a nice kitchen and plenty of room for everyone to spread out. The view is incredible, and I enjoyed sitting on the balcony watching the sunrise with my morning coffee each day. We played volleyball and had bbqs on the sandy beach below, and I snorkeled in the cove. (Read more...)

SAND: October 2015: There comes a Time when You know.... (By CC) ***** Having travelled to many countries, many cities, many beaches, I arrived at Crescent Beach, Half Moon Bay, East End, Grand Cayman to a wonderful peaceful surprise. We rented the airy downstairs apartment on the beach. Every amenity I could possibly have wished for was right there and best of all the sea was a pleasant stone’s throw away. Impressed! More than you can imagine. I could see the calming sea waves from the open concept family room, dining room, kitchen, and 3 bedrooms. It was love at first sight! Opening the very secure patio doors to sit out while listening to the sea (Read more...)
SKY: October 2015: Heaven on Earth (SU) ★★★★★ All I can say is WOW!! This apartment on Crescent Beach in Half Moon Bay is quite literally a little piece of Heaven on Earth. The secluded beach just feet away from the property's back door provides a truly tranquil experience and a great opportunity to snorkel at any given moment. We really enjoyed the open layout of the apartments interior and the large back balcony overlooking the ocean, which also includes a BBQ. All appliances inside are brand new and include everything from an amazing gas stove to a flat-screen TV with plenty of movie and sports channels. It was hard leaving this place! I can't wait to come back to the Cayman Islands!
SKY: October 2015: Amazing stay at Sky Apartment (DD) ★★★★★ Just returned from an amazing stay at Paul and Fay Anne's Sky Apartment. It was beyond anything we expected. The apartment is large and beautifully decorated with fantastic amenities! When you walk in you are greeted with floor to ceiling windows displaying and expansive ocean view. The two front bedrooms also have amazing views and access to the large balcony that extents across the whole apartment. These are the largest bedrooms I have ever seen with huge closets (one being walk in), ensuites that include rain head showers and double sinks. The beds are large and... (Read more...)
SAND: July 2015: Wonderful break on edge of heaven (BE) ★★★★★ I need to start this review by saying that within hours of arriving we asked if we could extend our stay! It was that perfect from start to finish. The apartment is more than fully furnished for our party (a mix of adults and teens). We switched off for the weekend - no phones, laptops or anything. We laughed, we played, we relaxed, we read, we photographed, we swam, we ate (amazing kitchen), we slept (super comfy beds), we chilled, we re-connected. Our host's ensured that everything and more is catered for and I simply cannot wait to return in fact we basically didn't want to leave. Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Girls Getaway, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers

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