Deposit & Cancellation Policies - Grand Cayman Villas & Condos
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Deposit & Cancellation Policy

Transparent deposit terms and flexible cancellation policies for our 80+ managed luxury villas and oceanfront condos, so you can plan your Grand Cayman getaway with complete peace of mind.
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From Signed agreement to arrival

Villa Payment Schedule

All amounts are charged to the credit card on file unless you instruct otherwise. Condos may follow a slightly different schedule, shown in your rental agreement.

01

Signed Agreement

50% of Rent

Charged when we receive your signed rental agreement, securing your dates.

02

60 Days Before Arrival

Remaining Balance

The remaining 50% of rent, plus taxes and fees, is collected for all villas.

03

30 Days Before Arrival

Refundable Damage Deposit

Typically collected 30 days out and returned after your stay.

04

Arrival

Welcome to Grand Cayman

Your payments are complete. All that’s left is the beach.

Flexible Cancellation Policies

Cancelling Your Grand Cayman Vacation Rental

All cancellations must be made in writing. Your refund depends on when you cancel and whether your dates can be rebooked.

Before Full Payment

More Than 60 Days Before Arrival

Once your signed contract is confirmed with a deposit, cancel in writing more than 60 days before arrival and half of your initial deposit (usually 25% of rent) is refunded to the card on file, less a 3.50% cancel/admin fee.

If the owner rebooks your dates in whole or in part, the prorated un-refunded balance of your deposit is returned, less any rebooking costs. If the reservation can’t be replaced, the balance of the initial deposit is forfeited.

Pandemic / Epidemic Exception

If, at 60 days before arrival, a declared pandemic or epidemic threatens reasonable air travel to the Cayman Islands, you may cancel for a full refund of the initial deposit, less a 3.50% processing/admin fee.

After Full Payment

Within 60 Days of Arrival

Once full payment is made (or the 60-day mark passes), cancel in writing and we refund occupancy taxes, cleaning fees, cancelable services and refundable damage deposits. Your dates reopen for rebooking.

If the reservation is replaced in whole or part, you receive up to 100% of monies paid, less a 3.50% admin/processing fee or rebooking charges. If not, rent and service fee are forfeited, but you receive a credit for 25% of rent toward a similar stay at the same property within 13 months of your original arrival.

Pandemic / Epidemic Exception
If a declared pandemic or epidemic prevents reasonable air travel after full payment, you may cancel up to the day of arrival and receive all payments back, less a 3.50% processing/admin fee.
Hurricane Warning Exception

Reschedule or Receive a 100% Refund

If a hurricane warning (not a hurricane watch) affects Grand Cayman’s ability to welcome guests, you can reschedule your trip with generous owner flexibility, or receive a full refund of all monies paid with no deductions.

We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover cancellation, weather delays, airline interruption and medical reasons for non-travel. Choose standard trip insurance or Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage, underwritten by Nationwide.

Travel Insurance

Booking Overview

Guest Services

Secure Payment Options

Peace of Mind When Accidents Happen

In lieu of a larger security deposit, our owners offer an Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) plan covering a minimum of $1,000 in accidental, non-negligent damage to the house and contents. The cost is included in the Villa Guest Service charge.

Please report any damage to the local manager right away to be covered, including anything you find on arrival, so repairs can be made for the next guest. Your credit card remains on file for intentional or negligent damage or loss.

Covered
Accidental damage to breakables such as coffee carafes, blenders, small appliances, window and door screens, draperies, tabletop glass, lamps, furniture and cooktops.
Not Covered
Owner consumables (pots and pans, glassware, linens, pillows, towels, toiletries), outdoor items like kayaks, bicycles, hammocks and games, and damage from weddings or special events, which require a supplemental deposit. Most owners also hold a refundable cleaning and maintenance deposit for excess cleaning, soiled upholstery, sand removal or moved furniture.
Rental Policies & House Rules

Caring for Your Villa or Condo During Your Stay

A few house rules help keep every Grand Cayman villa and condo in pristine condition, for you and for the next guest.
01

Weddings & Events

Weddings or events at any villa or condo with invited guests not on the contract must be approved in writing.
02

Occupancy Limits

Each villa and condo has a government-licensed maximum occupancy. Exceeding it risks eviction with no refund.
03

Pets

No pets are allowed in any villa or condo without written permission.
04

Non-Smoking

All villas and condos are non-smoking inside. Please smoke only on terraces and patios and keep the beach free of cigarette butts. Evidence of smoking inside results in a $500 remediation charge.
04

Pool Safety

Grand Cayman doesn’t require fences around villa or condo pools. Please supervise children and non-swimmers. Owners, managers and GCV are not responsible for accidents or injuries.

05

Pool Heat

If optional pool heat at your villa or condo fails, damages are limited to the higher of $250/week or the paid cost of heating. Managers will work to repair it promptly.
06

Fishing & Dive Gear

Please keep fishing equipment and scuba tanks outside. Most villas and condos have tile floors that crack easily.
07

Water & Septic

Island water comes from desalination, so please conserve it. Flush only toilet tissue, as villas and condos use septic systems.
08

Furniture

Please leave villa and condo furniture and beds in place. If movers are needed to reset the property, it will be at your expense.
09

Housekeeping

Villas and condos are self-catering and cleaned before and after your stay. Maid service can be arranged with the on-island manager.
10

Garbage & Pests

At your villa or condo, put tied garbage bags in the roadside cans every night, as trucks often come early. Keep sweets sealed to deter island ants.
11

Air-Conditioning

Keep villa and condo doors and windows closed when the A/C is on to prevent icing. Technician visits start at CI$250, and electricity costs four times the US average.
12

Security & Safes

Please lock all doors and windows of your villa or condo at night and whenever you leave, as burglaries can occur. Store passports, cash, jewelry and electronics in the in-room safe where provided.
13

Maintenance

For any villa or condo issue, call your property manager first (details on page 1 of your contract). If you can’t reach them, contact us right away, as we can’t fix what we don’t know about.
10

Garbage & Pests

No pets are allowed in any villa or condo without written permission.
11

Air-Conditioning

All villas and condos are non-smoking inside. Please smoke only on terraces and patios and keep the beach free of cigarette butts. Evidence of smoking inside results in a $500 remediation charge.
Before You Travel

Entry & Immigration Requirements

Every traveler entering the Cayman Islands must present a valid passport, and citizens of some countries may require a visa. Please check official government channels for current entry and visa requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking Terms FAQ

We charge 50% of the rental rate when we receive your signed rental agreement. Condos may follow a slightly different schedule.

The remaining 50% of rent, plus taxes and fees, is collected 60 days before arrival for all villas. The refundable damage deposit is typically collected 30 days before arrival.
Half of your initial deposit (usually 25% of rent) is refunded to the card on file, less a 3.50% cancel/admin fee. If the owner rebooks your dates in whole or in part, the prorated un-refunded balance is returned, less any rebooking costs.

If a hurricane warning (not a watch) affects Grand Cayman’s ability to welcome guests, you can reschedule with generous owner flexibility or receive a 100% refund of all monies paid, with no deductions.

We strongly recommend it. Travel insurance underwritten by Nationwide covers cancellation, weather delays, airline interruption and medical reasons for non-travel. Learn more.

No. Guests agree to use the villa or condo for private purposes only and may not sublet or convey use to another party. Weddings, receptions, parties or other events with invited guests require prior approval.

In the unlikely event a contracted villa or condo is unavailable or uninhabitable, GCV will make every effort to secure similar or better accommodations, subject to your approval. If none are acceptable, GCV’s liability is limited to a prompt, full refund of all monies paid or an alternate stay at the same property, at your choice. Hurricane evacuations or partial stays are refunded up to the total rental charge, prorated by nights stayed, and hurricane cancellation benefits are limited to hurricane warnings affecting the Cayman Islands.
No. Grand Cayman Villas & Condos, LLC – USA (GCV) operates strictly as the marketing and booking agency for villas and condos in the Cayman Islands, and neither owns nor manages individual properties. GCV has no liability for any physical or financial injury sustained by guests during their stay.
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