The Cayman Islands are a tri-island archipelago consisting of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman. Daily direct flights from Owen Roberts International Airport link the islands to major North American gateways including New York, Toronto, Atlanta, Tampa, Charlotte and Chicago, and Miami is only a short 90-minute flight away. There is also a weekly flight from London via a quick tarmac stop in Nassau.
The largest island Grand Cayman isn’t just a wonderful place to visit but a great place to make your permanent home. So much so that many visitors eventually find themselves living on Grand Cayman – lured back by year-round sun, sea, sand and the genuine warmth of its people, known as CaymanKind.
Purchasing Property in Grand Cayman
Buying real estate in Grand Cayman is an easy and straightforward process, encouraged and facilitated by the Cayman Islands Government which guarantees title for residential real estate transactions. There are no annual property taxes or capital gains tax on the purchase of property, although buyers pay a one-time Stamp Tax of 7.5% on the purchase price of real estate or the market value of the property, whichever is higher.
With no restrictions on foreign real estate ownership, it is easy to purchase your own piece of paradise.
Living on Grand Cayman gives you access to more than just beaches. As one of the world’s largest financial centers, the Cayman Islands boasts a stable government, modern infrastructure, robust economy, and education system.
With one of the Caribbean region’s most reliable telecommunications and internet services, it’s easy and convenient to keep in touch with family, friends, and colleagues worldwide.
In addition, world-class healthcare at Health City Cayman Islands and a number of private specialty and GP clinics have made Grand Cayman a destination for medical tourism.
With a multitude of recreational activities, award-winning restaurants and water sports aplenty, buying property in Grand Cayman offers a world of benefits for you and your family. Whatever your lifestyle, you’ll be happy living on Grand Cayman. Let us show you exactly why you belong here.
Seven Mile Beach: Life’s a Beach
Imagine waking up to the sound of gentle waves washing along the shore and catching sunsets that set the sea aflame while you enjoy a cocktail. If this is your idea of paradise, Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, is the location for you.
Known globally for its white sand beaches and gin-clear waters, Seven Mile Beach is arguably one of the Caribbean’s most prestigious addresses and home to a range of private beachfront properties from luxury resort-residential condominiums to secluded private estates making it one of the most desirable places to live on Grand Cayman.
Home to the island’s entertainment district which offers a mix of world-class restaurants and casual beach bars, Seven Mile Beach lets you live a life that’s social or secluded — the choice is yours. This is especially true at The Residences at Seafire, Grand Cayman’s new luxury condo building on Seven Mile Beach that is already 30% sold out.
South Sound: Suburban Living, Island-Style
Heading south away from Seafire you’ll find George Town, the capital of the Cayman Islands. A short drive away is South Sound, a quiet residential oasis perfect for families who enjoy relaxed oceanfront living with a convenient location near schools, hospitals, grocery stores and restaurants.
There is plenty to explore in South Sound, from waterfront public parks to local craft stores. A little farther up the coast, you can enjoy turtle spotting off the pier at Spotts Beach; if you’re feeling brave, grab a GoPro and join them for a swim.
North Sound: Waterfront Living
Grand Cayman’s North Sound boasts an abundance of luxury canal-front properties where you can live in harmony with mangrove forests and native wildlife while exploring scenic waterways by boat.
Anchored by a world-class marina — the Cayman Islands Yacht Club — and home to a variety of delicious waterfront dining experiences, North Sound is the right neighborhood for you if you love life on the water.
North Sound is also home to a new waterfront community called North Creek. Developed by Dart Real Estate, this tranquil residential enclave is within walking distance of the amenities at the AAA Five Diamond award-winning Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa.
North Side & East End: Go East, for Serene Solitude
Driving east along the coastal Queen’s Highway, you feel like you’re on a different island as you enter the far eastern districts of North Side and East End — Grand Cayman’s hidden gems where everything operates on island time. Experience a rugged and beautiful coastline dotted with local eateries and an abundance of land to build your dream home.
With all of these options, what are you waiting for? To learn more about real estate in Grand Cayman, speak to one of the luxury real estate specialists at Provenance Properties, the exclusive Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate in the Cayman Islands. Visit the website for Provenance Properties or call +1888.478.3618.
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Note: This guest post about Living on Grand Cayman in the Caribbean is sponsored by Provenance Properties Cayman Islands.
