Private Karibik Haus am Strand

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2 Schlafzimmer2 BadezimmerPlatz für 8 Gäste

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Wäschetrockner
Parkplätze verfügbar
Waschmaschine
Küche
Grill
Klimaanlage

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Hopkins

Anderson's Lagoon
‪1 Gehminute‬
Sittee Point
‪15 Gehminuten‬
Strand von Hopkins Village
‪6 Autominuten‬
Santa Cruz (STU)
‪32 Autominuten‬

Zimmer und Betten

2 Schlafzimmer (Platz für 8 Personen)

Schlafzimmer 1

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 2

1 King-Bett

Schlafzimmer 3

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 4

1 Queen-Bett und 1 großes Futon

2 Badezimmer

Badezimmer 1

Toilette · Nur Dusche

Badezimmer 2

Toilette · Nur Dusche

Weitere Räumlichkeiten

Terrasse oder Patio

Veranda oder Lanai

Küche

Balkon

Spielbereich im Freien

Garten

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Herzlich Willkommen auf unserer privaten karibischen Paradies! Wake up, um den Klang der Wellen am Ufer und Papageien Rattern in den Bäumen. Sip Kaffee auf der Veranda und beobachten Sie die Sonne glänzend steigt über das Meer, während Sie ein Auge für Delfine und Seekühe. Nach einem gemütlichen Frühstück, machen Sie Ihren Weg zu Ihrem eigenen privaten Strand und schwimmen im flachen und allgemein ruhigen warmen Gewässern. Nach anstrengenden des Sandes, schnappen Sie sich ein Kajak und erkunden Sie die Sittee Fluss und Anderson Lagoon über den Kanal in der Rückseite unseres Eigentums. Am frühen Morgen Paddle bietet erstaunliche Möglichkeiten zur Vogelbeobachtung.

Nach dem Bau dieses Haus vor fünf Jahren, haben wir beschlossen, dieses wunderbare Haus mit anderen zu teilen. Die großen Kathedrale Decken und Wendeltreppe zur offenen Galerie präsentieren die perfekte Feng Shui. Der Wohnbereich fügt sich in die große Küche, die der ideale Platz zum Kochen und unterhaltsam Freunden und Familie ist. Das Haus ist für 6-8 bequem, mit zwei Schlafzimmer, zwei Badezimmer mit WC, eigener Schlafboden und ein ausziehbares Schlafsofa im Wohnzimmer Platz.

Bereit für einen Tapetenwechsel? Fahrrad oder mit dem Auto in die charmante Garifuna Dorf Hopkins, eine Vielzahl von Einkaufsmöglichkeiten und Restaurants zu genießen. Triff dich mit den Einheimischen, haben eine Belikin oder zwei, genießen Sie die lokale Szene in dem, was wurde das freundlichste Ort in Belize genannt.

Keine Reise nach Belize ist komplett ohne eine Wanderung durch den Dschungel. Cockscomb Jaguar Preserve, nur zehn Meilen von Hopkins, bietet tolle Wanderungen zu wunderschönen Wasserfällen.

Tauchen und Schnorcheln Chancen in Hülle und Fülle; Belize ist sicher, dass für diejenigen, die unter der Oberfläche der perfekten azurblaue Meer aussehen bitte. Innerhalb von zehn nautische Meile von dem zweitgrößten Barriereriff der Welt, es ist ein Taucher Traum!

Stichwort: Strandhaus, Villa, direkt am Strand, auf dem Wasser, Strand, Sandstrand, tolle Sonnenaufgänge.

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Karen Winters Schwartz

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Küche

Waschmaschine

Wäschetrockner

Klimaanlage

Außenbereich

Blick aufs Meer (Ozean)

Hausordnung

Check-in ab 16:00 Uhr

Check-out vor 10:00 Uhr

Kinder

Kinder (0–17 Jahre) erlaubt

Veranstaltungen

Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet

Haustiere

Keine Haustiere erlaubt

Rauchen

Rauchen ist nicht gestattet

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Hopkins

Dieses Ferienhaus in Hopkins liegt am Strand. Mayflower Bocawina National Park und Anderson's Lagoon geben einen Eindruck von der schönen Natur der Region. Zu den Attraktionen vor Ort zählt außerdem Folgendes: Marie Sharp's Factory und Blue Marlin Dock. Entdecke die hiesige Tierwelt bei Aktivitäten wie Naturwanderungen und Vogelbeobachtungen.

Hopkins

In der Umgebung

Anderson's Lagoon - 1 Gehminute - 0.1 km
Sittee Point - 15 Gehminuten - 1.3 km
Strand von Hopkins Village - 6 Autominuten - 2.9 km
Pier von Hopkins - 11 Autominuten - 6.1 km
Maya Beach - 71 Autominuten - 55.8 km

Fortbewegung vor Ort

Flughafen Dangriga (DGA) – 53 Fahrminuten

Restaurants

‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬11 Autominuten
‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬9 Autominuten
‪the paddlehouse - ‬6 Autominuten
‪Hopkins Smokey Grill - ‬10 Autominuten
‪Geckos Restaurant - ‬11 Autominuten

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Ist Private Karibik Haus am Strand haustierfreundlich?

Nein, in dieser Unterkunft sind Haustiere nicht erlaubt.

Wann ist der Check-in bei Private Karibik Haus am Strand?

Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.

Wann ist der Check-out bei Private Karibik Haus am Strand?

Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich Private Karibik Haus am Strand?

Dieses Ferienhaus liegt am Strand und ist dank der hervorragenden Lage (Hopkins) nur 2 km entfernt von: Anderson's Lagoon und Sittee Point. Strand von Hopkins Village ist 3 km entfernt.

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9,2/10

Sauberkeit

9,6/10

Check-in

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Lage

10/10

Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

10/10 – Hervorragend

Tom H.

24. März 2025

Gut: Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Belize fun

Overall our stay was magnificent. I can highly recommend this property and the manager. I could not have asked for more from him and from the owners. They were all fantastic. They were very helpful getting us started and acclimated and then were very responsive to all our needs during our stay.

Aufenthalt von 15 Nächten im März 2025

10/10 – Hervorragend

Justin M.

5. März 2025

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

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Thanks for a great stay!

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Februar 2025

10/10 – Hervorragend

randy s.

12. Feb. 2025

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

awesome

Karen was great to work with, and her support staff was phenomenol. This property was perfect for us. Our only dissapointment was that the placencia/hopkins area has gotten extremely built up and lost so much of its natural beauty since we visited last

Aufenthalt von 3 Nächten im Januar 2025

10/10 – Hervorragend

Cindy M.

6. Apr. 2025

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Amazing Location

Where do I start? This property was perfect for our family of adults. There where 6 of us and plenty of room for everyone. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The loft is very nice. The view is simply amazing. What a wonderful place to view beautiful sunrises from the balcony or the beach. The house has everything you need to have a great stay. Kitchen is pretty well set up for cooking if you choose to. Brian was very responsive and helpful. The kayaks were such a nice addition. We kayaked during the day first to the bioluminescent bay to get our bearings. Had dinner at the marina which you pass by and then headed back to the bay at night. It was magical to see. We also saw some crocodiles on that route. The town of Hopkins is so welcoming. Delicious food and the fruit stands keep you in all the fruit you could want. I would recommend this property to anyone thinking of a vacation in Belize. Karen, the owner is also extremely responsive and gave us lots of insights before we even started out trip. So don't hesitate to book this property for your next vacation!!!

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im März 2025

8/10 – Gut

Kathy G.

5. Jan. 2025

Gut: Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Verbesserungswürdig: Check-in

Simple and nice

This is a nice, basic rental on a beautiful beach, and it’s priced accordingly. We usually stay in more expensive properties so we were surprised not to have shampoo/body wash provided, and only 3 wash clothes, but the kitchen has what you need and there were plenty of towels. The beds are okay but they sag a bit in the middle, we had to put a pillow between us so we didn’t roll together. We put the window storm covers down to use as black out shades and that worked great. There were plenty of beds for our group of 8, but the sitting area was tight when we all had to be inside during the rainy downpours. It’s rare that a rental provides so much water equipment like floaties, we would’ve loved to use the kayaks but the off and on rain prevented us. Having the property manager across the street and having access to the boat rental so close was wonderful. We had a major issue at check in, but Karen is great at communicating so she quickly made it right. Hopkins is a sleepy beach town with not a lot of shops, but we enjoy that pace. The restaurant two doors down serves great food in a fun, laid back atmosphere, and we also had good meals nearby at Chef Rob’s and a pizza place. If you’re on a budget this is a fantastic option.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Dezember 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Rachael C.

14. Apr. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great adventure base

My family had a wonderful stay at Karen's property. The house was clean and well appointed and a great location to base all of our adventures. The view was incredible and Karen's tips were all great. The property manager was helpful and quick to respond. We especially enjoyed taking the kayaks to see the bioluminesence at Anderson lagoon nearby. By far our favorite though, was Karen's recommendation to spend a day on Lil' Dot with Captain Steven. We saw so much, even a large sea turtle! We had an amazing fishing day and caught a baracuda, just as my 8 year old had hoped for - and also lots of snapper.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im März 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Cheryl B.

3. Apr. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Perfect location

The house was perfect for 6 (3 adults and 3 teens). We loved the location, especially being right on the beach. The highlight was the boat and Captain Steven! Being able to head out for a full day of snorkeling, half day of fishing and the bioluminescence tour right from the house was amazing. Steven was the perfect guide, he made sure we were all taken care of and showed us the best time. He was professional and fun! If you are looking for crowds, this is not the location for you! The homeowner and manager were very responsive to questions, especially while I was planning the trip. We would definitely go back again!

Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im März 2024

10/10 – Hervorragend

Jerry F.

2. Jan. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Awesome little gem in a quiet neighborhood

We had an amazing stay. We had no issues with the property and had easy communication with the owner and the caretaker. We did utilized the owner's relationship with a tour guide using the owner's boat to do snorkeling, island hopping, and bioluminescence tours. Mango's bar just down the street was open for all but 1 day of our stay and I think we ate at least 1 meal there every day. Very neat and quite bar right on the beach. We had a rental car so we were able to go explore other places and frequented some areas in Hopkins. We absolutely repeat this trip at this house.

Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Dezember 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Ryan G.

18. Juni 2023

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

What a gem!

Thanks for letting us stay at this amazing property. We loved the location - secluded yet close enough to bike to the town of Hopkins. Karen was very responsive to any inquiries and questions. While on the property, Mary and Daniel were amazing. Daniel took the time to lead us on a kayak adventure in the dark, which gave me a peace of mind. We loved Belize, the friendly people, the great food and fun. We can’t wait to return.

Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Juni 2023

10/10 – Hervorragend

Doug M.

14. Apr. 2024

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

What a place!

Karen’s place is a true gem. The photos don’t lie. You’ll enjoy a private beach, well-kept grounds, and safe, clean, comfortable accommodations off the beaten path. Karen is an attentive host whose recommendations were always spot on. Caretaker Mary was always available without ever being intrusive. Make sure to book your private tours with Steven and Jaheem who can show you everything on and in the water. They are great company and excellent tour guides who launch from a small dock right across the street. We swam in bioluminescent lagoons under the stars, visited the cayes, swam with turtles, and snorkled with fish of all shapes and colors. Couldn’t ask for more! Big thanks to Karen, Mary, Steven and Jaheem for a fantastic trip!

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im April 2024

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

2/10 – Ungenügend

Stacy Z.

15. Jan. 2014

Home is in desrepair, bad communication from owners

I am just going to copy/paste my email to the owner of the home. I will add that I never received a response back from her. Considering she had visited the home a month before we had, I felt that she had to know about several of the issues. Even though the manager (Mary) told me she was going to refund my card, it never happened and I had to dispute it through my credit card company. Karen, first of all, let me say the house and location is beautiful, and it was a very difficult decision to leave. Unfortunately, it was found in very serious disrepair. Several of the items that we based choosing your home on were broken, not available or dirty. This is a list that I have compiled. I have pictures available if you would like to see them and I have spoken to the credit card company who has assured me I would have no problem disputing the charge if it should come to that. I feel that by paying for the night we stayed,I am being more than fair and would like a refund of the amount above. Fridge, no ice, fridge leaking, off smell. Washer , but dryer broken, could have told me ahead of time, packed light thinking I could do laundry. Dirty bathroom upon arrival, pubic hair stuck to soap, cabinets and towels smell of mildew. Internet didn't work. Mary knew this the morning if arrival but did not tell us, she delayed in giving us the password and when I went by her home, picked it up from another gentleman who still did not tell us. It wasn't until we we called your tech and told Mary that we had called that she said it had not been working for sometime. Missing light/ceiling fan in loft. Sheets, towels smelled of mildew, General mildew smell in the house. The bed in the master is broken, dips greatly on one side. No window coverings in the loft. No extra blanket for the futon and the extra sheet smelled of mildew. The Murphy bed upstairs had a lot of sand in it. Knobs on drawers of second bedroom fell off when trying to open. There is evidence of an electrical fire in the living room light switch. Remote to the second bedroom a/c unit didn't work. Some dark liquid running down the wall in the master. Missing screens on numerous windows. Faucet in master bath doesn't really work, water slowly comes out then drips when off.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Robin R.

2. Jan. 2020

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great holiday

Everything went off easily and a beautiful place. Mary was great at introduction and throughout. Fun to have optometrist s and authors as the owners!

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Dezember 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

karen w.

8. Aug. 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Belizean adventures

We had a wonderful stay , loved everything about the house. Their were so many great day trip adventures , we enjoyed the snorkeling trip the most , would do it all tomorrow if we could.

Aufenthalt von 8 Nächten im Juni 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Sarah H.

8. Juli 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Paradise Found

We had a wonderful vacation here. The house has everything you could ask for, and lots of extras too. The kayaks were a great bonus and we all enjoyed being out on the water in them. It rained too much while we were here for the bioluminescence, but we'll definitely be back to see it. The caretakers were very helpful and solicitous, without feeling intrusive. The area is beautiful, with lots of fabulous activities. We floated through a jungle on inner tubes, swam in a waterfall, zip lined through the jungle, enjoyed the local drumming, and spent countless hours in the perfectly placed hammocks located throughout the house and property. Truly this was an idyllic setting. We were looking for somewhere we could just relax and we found it here. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Ronald H.

11. Juni 2019

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Great Beachfront Stay

There are many houses along this area near Hopkins which I am sure are very nice, clean, well run, etc. What sets Karen's house apart and makes it unique is the mature landscaping on both the street and ocean sides. On the street side the house is set back a bit and the palms and other large plants provide a sense of privacy and seclusion. On the ocean side again the large palm trees both line the property and fill in to provide shade (when desired) as well as a place for the hammock. It really feels like you have discovered something special, a secret hideaway you will only share with our best friends.

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Mai 2019

10/10 – Hervorragend

Nansi L.

7. Mai 2019

Perfection!

My husband and I have been going to Hopkins, Belize since 2005. We've stayed in many different places, but we need look no further for the perfect place to stay! The house and grounds has the best of both worlds. In the front, the beach and the beautiful Caribbean ocean and in the back, the feel of the jungle. Even though there are neighbors to either side, the lush foliage makes it feel very private. In the back there is a screened in porch with hammocks where you can relax at night listening to the night sounds. The foliage in back shields the house from the road making it feel as if you have your own private paradise. The kitchen has everything you need for making meals and there are plenty of towels. We would highly recommend this house for a stay in the Hopkins area. We will definitely be back! It is now our home away from home and happy place! As for activities, we booked a snorkel tour and the bioluminescence nocturnal tour through Happy Go Luckie Tours. We have snorkeled every time we've been to Belize. The fish and corals are amazing. We had never done the bioluminescence tour before and I can't say enough good about it. It is well worth it! Luckie and Cheryl are very professional and were good to work with. Another activity we did that we had never done before was tour the chocolate factory. It was very interesting and gives one a new perspective on the process of making chocolate. Again, I can't say enough good about this property. It is a great place to relax and cast off the cares of everyday life. It has a good vibe!

10/10 – Hervorragend

Melissa C.

6. Mai 2019

Loved Belize!

I loved the house! Loved Belize and need to come back!

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

karen w.

17. Dez. 2017

It's my house! Of course I loved it! 🤗

And BTW, we gave up on the "on-demand” hot water unit so now we have beautiful consistent hot water!🙃

Aufenthalt von 20 Nächten im November 2017

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

8/10 – Gut

Lynne H., Houston

13. Aug. 2017

Quiet location but lots to do nearby

Very comfortable house with great view. Mary was lovely and very helpful. A warm friendly community. Will miss Marty at the Mangoes bar next door

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2017

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Elise S.

10. Mai 2017

Wonderful Visit

We had a wonderful stay in Hopkins. The road is bumpy and dusty but the journey is well worth the effort! The house is clean, well equipped and well maintained. Enough space for 4 adults and three teenagers for sleeping, cooking, eating, reading, lounging and finding some alone time. This is a very quiet spot. After dark there are few cars on the road or boats in the sea. Sunrises are spectacular. Walking down to the waterfront for a swim with the soft breeze blowing in your face is a great way to start the day. Mary and Daniel took great care of us. Kayaks are great fun. We improvised and were able to open a few coconuts growing on the beach. Highly recommend. Eat at Innies, Driftwood, Luba Lugura . . .

Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im April 2017

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

21. Mai 2016

Awesome home!

We were a party of five including my husband, daughter, and another couple. The house was perfect. My daughter loved her loft room. The view is amazing! I think everyone napped in a hammock at least once! My husband said it was the best equipped rental he has seen. Everything we needed was there! The house was clean and had plenty of towels. My husband mentioned that he wished he had brought a fishing pole and the next morning, there was one on the balcony! Karen gave us some wonderful ideas for places to see and restaurants. I forgot the directions to the house and we were arriving at night. We saw two girls in front of a house (one with a lamb on a leash!) and asked if they knew Mary or Karen from New York--she took us directly to the house! We visited three different cities, but I would definitely use the Hopkins house as a home base and take day trips from there next time! There are Mayan ruins, a Spice Farm, ziplining and the Marie Sharpe hot sauce factory nearby. We went to see the bioluminescence and hunt alligators and fishing. You won't regret renting this house! You will miss it when it's time to go home! Thank you for sharing it with us!

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Kristopher M.

17. Dez. 2015

Thanksgiving in Belize

We took a trip to Belize for Thanksgiving as 2 couples. This house was great for that, as the rooms were on separate sides of the house and both had an adjoining bathroom. While the house was a hike from Hopkins proper, we did enjoy the free bikes for a run into town before we rented a golf cart to make the trip a little more fun. Be aware that this house is about 3M from Hopkins, so a taxi is a great thing if you don't have a car. I recommend Barbara, as she has the best rates and is great for pickups. We did use the kayaks and the other couple went all the way to the Marina in them, so they are very useful for getting around locally. The view from the veranda is wonderful, especially with a full moon like we had. The owner was responsive, and their caretakers were great for letting us use the dock on the canal side as well as offering us a ride into town and back. All in all, I would recommend this to one or 2 couples who enjoy the peace and quiet and don't mind being away from the village for some privacy. Three couples would be too many, as the upstairs room is great to work out in, but you wouldn't want anyone but children up there. The only drawback was that the showers tended to flip from hot to cold with very little warning. I didn't mind, but my wife did.

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

8/10 – Gut

Stephanie and Dave H.

10. Jan. 2015

great place to relax and unwind

Paul and Karen's place is a comfortable, lovely, welcoming home. It's a great place to sling a hammock in the shade of the palms and fall asleep to the sound of the waves. We were not quite prepared for the grocery stores (ah, how I missed Wegmans), so packing snacks as others suggested is a good idea. Try freezing the fresh coconut water in ice cube trays and dropping them into mixed drinks or cola - yum! There are a number of good places to eat nearby (the Curve Bar at the Marina) and in town (Innies) and if you can catch some Garifuna drumming, it's well worth it; be sure to get up and dance! So is the Mayan Chocolate "factory" in nearby Maya Center - now that's what chocolate should taste like.

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

Audrey U.

2. Dez. 2014

Great getaway spot complete with an adopt-a-dog

The house is precisely as described and as seen in the photos. Literally on the beach with all the water toys one could hope for. Our only problem was that the weather wasn't cooperating -- it rained so hard that there was a small craft warning for two days. But I couldn't imagine a better place to be hunkered down in during stormy weather. The town of Hopkins feels alive and laid back at the same time. There are a couple of funky stores to pick up groceries and other basic items but don't expect to find your stateside grocery store selections. We packed a ton of snacks and were glad we did. When you rent a car definitely get a four wheel drive because I think it would be tough going on the rutted mud roads otherwise. The internet wasn't working when we arrived and the water out of the faucet was rust colored but when we alerted the caretakers, they came over the next day with bottled water and a new router. The best part of our stay was being adopted by an adorable neighborhood dog who made sure to check in on us daily right at dinner time! We bought a bag of kibble and left it at the house for her so please give her a hug and treat when she comes to greet you.

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

John H.

4. Aug. 2014

Fun & friendly week in Belize

We found the property in great shape and loved our week in Belize. We packed 6 people into the house -- parents, three boys (13, 14, and 18), and one girl (18). Two of the boys did well upstairs in the loft, one boy slept on the couch, the girl got a bedroom, and we took the master bedroom. Our bed was huge and we didn't have any problems with bedding at all. When we weren't out playing in the ocean, we often opened the windows or sat on the balcony so we could hear the ocean. One of the other reviewers commented that there were almost no insects and I would second that. Even though we were warned that the mango flies (doctor flies?) were out, we saw very few and I'm not sure I saw a mosquito ever on the property -- there were some on trip to the interior, but amazingly few. We got a few sandflea bites (avoid the seaweed on the beach) but I would get worse in the evening where I live. A big plus was the orange squeezer -- I had fresh orange juice many days there. We went for a horseback ride at a local ranch and the owner, Michelle, also grew oranges. Since the orange juice factory had shut down, she had more oranges than she knew what to do with so we took plenty. With the oranges and the local coconuts (that you can open with the machete in the storage room), we made a few rum drinks that weren't half bad either. The hammocks we wonderful and were frequently occupied to get the shade and ocean breeze. We knew we were going in the off season, and we did have one fairly big wind/rain storm, but that was pleasant. I would warn other travelers to be careful after a wind storm though, we saw several Portuguese man-of-wars washed up on the beach the next day. We also had a few problems with pika pika -- microscopic jellyfish too small to see but which give a tiny sting that seems to go away within a short time. We found that the caretaker's grandson was an excellent predictor of when these little pests would be around, so we were able to avoid them for the most part. I understand the pika pika are seasonal, so there are probably better times to visit than early July. The trip was marked by friendly people we met in Belize. Our first time in a restaurant, the owner’s sister went to her tree to get us some mangoes to try out – a wonderfully nice thing to do by a very friendly person. Our oldest kids ended up spending time with some of the locals, too. The caretakers were also helpful and friendly – we spent some time chatting with them and enjoyed it.

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My wife, Karen, and I are both optometrists who live in Central New York. We love to escape to the tropics and there is no better place in the world than Belize!