Pedro St. James, often referred to locally as Pedro's Castle, is the oldest surviving stone structure and Great House in the Cayman Islands, located on Grand Cayman's southern coast near Savannah.
History
Construction (1780) Built in 1780 by Englishman William Eden using enslaved labour, the Great House exemplifies the plantation-style architecture of the era, with coral-rock walls, mahogany verandas, shuttered windows, and a slate roof brought from England. Ownership and Uses (19th century) The house passed to James Coe in 1800, who used it for official functions before reverting to Eden in 1822. ==Features and Present-day Use==
Features and Present-day Use
The redeveloped Pedro St. James has incorporated several additional features, including: • A multi-sensory 3D theatre presentation that brings early colonial history to life. • A visitors’ centre, museum exhibits, restaurant/bar (Thatch & Barrel), and rum tastings. • A venue space for weddings, cultural events, and tours. ==Photo Gallery==
Photo Gallery
File:Pedro St. James Castle closeup.jpg|Close-up File:Pedro St. James Castle bedroom.jpg|Bedroom - antique mahogany furniture File:Pedro St. James Castle hut.jpg|Pedro St. James Cookrum (cook room) File:Pedro St. James Castle kitchen.jpg|Kitchen interior ==References==