Beachfront. Close to Secret Beach. Kayaks. Bikes. Pool. Paddleboards. 5BDR
About this house rental
Located in Corozal District, this lovely house for R 12,548 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. GOLD STANDARD CERTIFIED! El Gran Castillo de Arena, the "Great Sandcastle", with its thoughtful design, beautiful décor, location, and overall commitment to excellence, is regarded as one of Belize's finest beachfront villas. This private home is located just 4.5 miles north of San Pedro Town in the sought-after Mata Grande area, the closest location on Ambergris Caye to the fun and famous Secret Beach. With its 3 separate living areas within the home, it is perfect for your multi-family vacation with large areas to gather and private spaces to unwind and relax as well. We know these days you may have to work as well so we have 60Mb Fiber. It has been said by past guests that our best feature, hands down, is our caretaker, William. He and his loyal and friendly dogs, Tonester and Lady, live behind the house on the property. He is here to assist you with anything you need. Marvin is William's assistant; he takes great pride in keeping the grounds and beach looking immaculate! The 'Sunset Tower' is the third-floor patio with a 360-degree view of paradise. Rejuvenate your body after soaking up the Caribbean sun with a refreshing plunge in the 4' deep dip pool. The patio furniture and tables, along with the shaded pergola, offer a fantastic spot for dining while viewing the beautiful turquoise Caribbean waters or breathtaking sunsets. The upstairs master suite features a spacious air-conditioned great room with soaring ceilings. It is tastefully decorated with an earthy Mayan theme in rich jewel tones with comfortable rattan furniture and locally carved mahogany tables. The beautifully designed, fully-equipped kitchen has a dining and breakfast bar area that seats up to 10. There is plenty of room for the whole gang to gather. The master bedroom with a king bed has an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has a king bed that can be converted into two twins for versatility. There is also a second full bathroom in the upstairs unit. The downstairs suite features a fully equipped kitchen, a living area, two bedrooms featuring split kings for vesatiloity and a bathroom. The dining table, along with the breakfast bar, provides seating for seven. The hideaway suite connected to the south side of the house features lofty ceilings, a living/dining area, kitchenette, a large bedroom with a queen bed, and a full bath. As soon as you book, we will provide you with our constantly updated Mobile Guest Guide. Our Mobile Guest Guide is loaded with information, including listings for numerous restaurants, bars, and activities. Our Mobile Guest Guide is integrated with GMaps making it easy to find your way around town. Each listing is linked to TripAdvisor; we’ve even linked the menus to many of the restaurants. The Guide is also searchable, so you can easily find the nearest Seafood or even Vegetarian options. We offer full concierge services and can arrange everything for you so that all you need to think about is having fun. So, just let us know, and we’ll book all your tours, in-country flights, and arrange golf cart rentals with no add on booking fees. All towels, linens, iron/ironing board, and a hairdryer are provided for your convenience. A washer/dryer is also available for use with a 7-night stay or longer. Enjoy direct access to the beach right out the door. Across the white sandy beach lies your private pier with a thatched palapa and swim deck. The dock is perfect for snorkeling, sunbathing, or trying your luck at reeling in your fish dinner. On the beach is your own private thatch-roof palapa to keep you cool and shaded while sipping your favorite libation at the "Carpe Diem" bar. A warm-water shower to rinse off after your day's excursions is conveniently located right outside your front door. Situated in the tropically landscaped backyard is a BBQ grill to cook that fresh catch of the day. Included are bicycles, kayaks, snorkel gear, beach games, beach toys, baby needs and much more. CAS5
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(81 Reviews)
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was clean, convenient and was great for our family of 6 with plenty of personal space. William and Marvin were incredibly helpful and we LOVED the dogs. The rooftop pool was great for a dip. We used the paddle boards and kayaks too. I would recommend renting a golf cart to get around and flying in on the small plane. The Tropical Escape nextdoor was a pleasant surprise with good food and yummy cocktails. Don’t forget to pack the bug spray and suntan lotion!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Pulling up the house and property are better than advertised. William and Marvin were always available for anything we needed. We are huge dog lovers so having them on the property was the icing on the cake.
5.0
Location and amenities were awesome! William is amazing and was always super helpful and friendly. Can’t wait to go back
5.0
The boys had an absolutely amazing time! The house and caretakers were wonderful. The guide provided helped answer all our questions. The excursion we booked through the house was perfect. My husband fell in love with the area and accommodations. Thank you for a great Trip!
5.0
Seven of us had a very comfortable week-long stay at this idyllic, spacious and modern beachfront villa. There were more than enough beds to accommodate everyone, on multiple floors each with their own kitchens and bathrooms. Oh, and the best feature is the rooftop pool!!!
We pre-ordered some food to have on hand for our arrival, arranged golf carts and even scheduled some tours all through the Sunrise Vacations management team. Talk about convenient!
Not to mention there is a lovely bar & restaurant just next door, if you don't feel like cooking. Secret beach is just on the other side of the island, and it's a quick ride into town for shopping, dining or whatever excursions you'd like to take.
The property comes with an on-site caretaker and a groundskeeper, and their concierge-like service cannot be matched. They were so helpful and kind, that it felt like we'd made new friends by the time we departed. Can't wait to visit again!
5.0
Great time stellar views! William & Marvin we’re awesome!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
El Gran Castillo was a fantastic home for our group of 9. The layout was perfect for all of us to meet together but also gave us plenty of privacy for each of our families when desired. Can't begin to say enough wonderful things about William and Marvin, the caretakers - both were so nice and helpful. Simon, at Sunrise Management was awesome as well. He really helped us negotiate our comings and goings and quickly responded to all my questions. Loved being right there on the water where we could paddle out to the reef and snorkel on our own. Our group of both kids and adults had a fabulous time there.
5.0
We and our family (total of 10) were able to vacation in a beautiful, very well-attended and cared for property. It was paradise. The property allows for privacy when wanted and for togetherness when wanted.
5.0
Eight of us stayed at the property and we will be back for sure. The location was what you would think of a tropical paradise with the sun rising off the dock every morning! The island is nice, the reefs are full of life, not like some of other tourist places. Everyone is friendly and being right next to Johns Escape, we felt like we had a hotel bar. The staff on site was beyond accommodating, William was great, and for anyone visiting, ask William to give his coconut presentation! It was a great trip!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was great. William was on top of everything. The man can cook too !!!
5.0
William and Marvin (caretakers) were amazing. They both made sure we were entertained with hermit crab races, water toys and volleyball. Their coconut presentation was so cool!!! William is an amazing chef!!!!
5.0
We really loved the house, especially the various nice outdoor spaces. The pool/deck, dock and beach bar were all great. The views of the sea and the reef were extraordinary, as were the sunrise & sunset.
The swimming / snorkeling isn't great and the water is often pretty murky by the beach and the dock. But, we loved using the SUPs and kayaks. Also loved watch the many rays swimming around and jumping and also saw a pod of dolphins go by very near the dock.
The house definitely has everything one could need and the caretakers (William and Marvin) were very helpful, yet not intrusive. William did a great information session on the coconuts and also barbequed my fish and lobsters that I caught. The house and grounds are very clean. You can certainly tell the difference between the condition of the beach at El Gran Castillo -vs- some other properties along the beach that had lots of washed up trash.
It was also VERY convenient to have the restaurant John's Escape next door(named after John Mcaffee who used to own the property and lived in the house next door...see Netflix for lots more info on that). We had a few good meals from there, got side dishes to go with my fish and lobster and bough cases of beer from them. Highly recommended!
Simon at Sunrise was a great property manager, made everything go very smoothly with the flights, golf cart, etc and booked a great fishing trip for me.
Overall, it was a fantastic stay. It was just two of us, but the property certainly would be great for a much larger group. There are 3 separate living areas, but the prime one with great views from inside and out is on the upper level.
5.0
Our group of six had a wonderful stay and very much enjoyed the property and amenities. We were extremely comfortable and able to make great meals, enjoy the awesome rooftop pool area, corn hole, kayaks, and lounge on the pier. William and Marvin were very attentive to our needs and helpful with information. They made our stay very enjoyable and loved the hermit crab ninja warrior race on our last day! The only issue we had with the property was the single-bedroom unit had a very funky smell so none of us were able to stay in the unit.
5.0
Relaxed, secluded just enough....excellent time, services requested were always on time.......
5.0
A Great Escape
This property exceeded our expectations in many ways. Stunningly beautiful views. Exceptional accommodations with countless amenities. The interior design of the house fit the needs of our party (3 generations) perfectly. The exterior design of the house is striking while at the same time subtle so it does not disrupt the beautiful natural surroundings. The location is great - we had everything we needed onsite, but for the occasions we wanted to venture beyond the property it is quick and convenient to get to restaurants, attractions and downtown. The on-site team, William and Marvin, are fantastic hosts who helped provide a very comfortable stay and helped create many very special moments throughout our stay. Simon and the rest of the team with Sunrise Property Management is the most thorough, professional, knowledgeable and service-oriented group we have ever worked with over many years of VRBO stays. Excellent communication and so proactive to prepare us for our international travel and plans for our visit well before arrival, and ready to help with anything (excursions, transportation) throughout our entire trip. This property deserves more than 5 stars. We give it ALL the stars!!!
5.0
April Vacation
We just got home from our stay at El Gran Castille de Arena and we already want to be back there. Everything about this place was incredible- the location, the amenities, the caretaker William (and his dogs)- everything! We're already talking about our return trip and I really can't imagine staying anyplace else.
5.0
Incredible house, amazing service, 5 stars!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had 8 adults here on a birthday vacation. There were so many extras booked from so many different people and they were all handled beautifully. The house is immaculate and has incredible views. It was amazing to have the house manager William on site for anything we needed, he truly goes above and beyond; just a gem. The two balconies provide amazing views. Each floor has a kitchen including the studio space. Next door is a full service bar that serves good and breakfast. Kayaks and bikes to use. Also I recommend you have the spa services come out and do a massage on the pier, truly amazing. Have your coffee and watch the sting rays jump from the water or just have the local pups nuzzle your toes. Honestly would stay here again in a heartbeat.
5.0
Amazing stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I really want to thank Sunrise Property Management and especially William and Marvin for making our already amazing stay in Belize even better. William and Marvin were amazing always there for any needs the property was clean and ready for our group with everything we needed. William went over and above helping us with tickets for the ferry, as well as many suggestions for great food and activities. The guys put on a great coconut display and treated us to an amazing crab race. If you stay in Belize you gotta stay here!
5.0
Our rental experience with this property was fantastic from start to finish. The management group was in frequent contact with us to coordinate our arrival and provide updates to the Covid policies in Belize. They also helped us schedule our on site spa day which was a huge hit with our party! The house was beautiful and offers a great floor plan for multiple families as each area has its own kitchen and living area to allow for individual down time. Finally, the views from the rooftop pool area are breath taking!
5.0
Excellent Family Getaway
Our rental experience with this property was fantastic from start to finish. The management group was in frequent contact with us to coordinate our arrival and provide updates to the Covid policies in Belize. They also helped us schedule our on site spa day which was a huge hit with our party! The house was beautiful and offers a great floor plan for multiple families as each area has its own kitchen and living area to allow for individual down time. Finally, the views from the rooftop pool area are breath taking!
5.0
Great stay
Everything was perfect! I rented this house and another one almost next door for our family and friends to stay at for our beach wedding. The property management company and Simon were outstanding to work with! And, the staff at the house, William and Marvin were awesome!!! Everyone went above and beyond to help set up for the wedding, literally building a wedding venue on the beach! I can’t say enough about the generosity of the Belizean people, William and Marvin in particular!
5.0
Wonderful Week
Our family had a great week relaxing, playing, and enjoying the sunshine! Simon and Elena were very responsive to questions and flexible when adjustments to excursions were needed.
William and Marvin were very accommodating and personable! It was great to get to know them and learn more about their culture and the island. The house was immaculate, beds were comfortable, and had enough space for our group. We were able to snorkel, dive, fish, and kayak. There was a dolphin who would swim by the pier a couple of times a day! Chef Alex prepared a few meals for us at the house and we went to a few restaurants. We drove golf carts to "Secret Beach" which was beautiful with shallow water and incredible views. It wasn't really our scene, but I'm glad we went! It was a wonderful week! Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Paradise - You have to stay here!
El Gran Castillo de Arena is amazing! The home is beautiful, well equipped for all of your needs, and extremely clean. The reservation staff and caretakers, William and Marvin, are awesome! They made our trip so special, were always there to assist us, and made sure we had the best time possible on our trip. I can't wait to return!
5.0
We really had a great time at El Gran Castillo de Arena. The house was immaculate and very comfortable for our group, which ranged in age from 8 to 78 years old. The beach area and hammocks were awesome, as was snorkeling off the docks. Although there is some seaweed, snorkeling from the end of the dock was really nice, lots of fish! We did some line fishing too, which our teenage boy really enjoyed. We even saw a ray and a nurse shark. William and Marvin were exceptional and helped with all our needs. William was able to get us fresh lobster (thankfully it was lobster season, so delicious!) and fresh fish the week we were there. He is also very caring and helped us get to a clinic when one of the boys fell on his wrist (all was okay!) Simon is also very extremely responsive and made booking our stay and excursions so easy. We did a couple of excursions and were graciously picked up and dropped off right from the dock. I loved the rooftop pool, it was so relaxing to go up there for a quick dip and sun bathing. Also, the star gazing was amazing! Overall, the house had all the right ingredients for a wonderful family vacation!
5.0
Wonderful stay/Wonderful staff
We really had a great time at El Gran Castillo de Arena. The house was immaculate and very comfortable for our group, which ranged in age from 8 to 78 years old. The beach area and hammocks were awesome, as was snorkeling off the docks. Although there is some seaweed, snorkeling from the end of the dock was really nice, lots of fish! We did some line fishing too, which our teenage boy really enjoyed. We even saw a ray and a nurse shark. William and Marvin were exceptional and helped with all our needs. William was able to get us fresh lobster (thankfully it was lobster season, so delicious!) and fresh fish the week we were there. He is also very caring and helped us get to a clinic when one of the boys fell on his wrist (all was okay!) Simon is also very extremely responsive and made booking our stay and excursions so easy. We did a couple of excursions and were graciously picked up and dropped off right from the dock. I loved the rooftop pool, it was so relaxing to go up there for a quick dip and sun bathing. Also, the star gazing was amazing! Overall, the house had all the right ingredients for a wonderful family vacation!
5.0
Nebraska Girls Getaway
This was a great place for our girls get-away!! Being right on the beach was so relaxing. Carolyn and her staff were wonderful. This is on our "return to" list.
5.0
El Castillo de Arena
Great Property, Carolyn and her team were excellent. Fun time for all!
5.0
Unbelizably Fantastic!!
What an amazing Trip!
We are group of nine friends in our 30’s on a No Kids Trip in early June. This place was amazing!
Getting here:
Carolyn was kind enough to make or assist in making almost all of the arrangements from how to get to the island, golf cart rentals, excursions etc. It was so easy and seamless you would think we were on an official tour.
We flew Mayan airlines- a quick 15 minute flight from Belize City and you don’t even need to leave the international airport- just go through customs with your bags and boom you’re ready to board the next flight to the Island.
El Castillo de Arena: The photos do not do this home justice! It is split up almost like three separate living spaces. We spent most of our time in the large second floor kitchen area and the rooftop pool.
We were able to use the rental equipment such as kayaks, snorkels ad even coolers for the boat trips Carolyn helped us arrange.
William and Marvin- the caretakers were amazing and so helpful and we enjoyed spending a little time getting to know them. In fact Marvin knocks on the door one morning with US$100- he found under the garden hose on the side of the house- it turns out it had fallen out of my brother’s pocket the day before.
The gentleman selling tamales and burritos came down the beach every morning – super awesome!
Nearby:
There are plenty of bars and beaches a short- bumpy but very fun golf cart ride away. Be sure to bring a portable speaker to have tunes while you cruise the island- just don’t forget the bug spray.
Every restaurant we went to had amazing food- the closer you get to the town center of San Pedro the less expensive it becomes.
Everyone on the island is so friendly and take a lot of pride in their home and are happy to share all of their knowledge and love of Belize.
We arranged tow boating days with Genie from Coral Reef divers- had an amazing time! Don’t miss the Catamaran sailing! I could go on and on about how wonderful our stay was. Thank you Carolyn for making El Castillo de Arena the obvious choice for us! Its really was an UnBelizeable experience.
5.0
50th Birthday Bash
Everything about the house was awesome!! William and Marvin met us on the dock the evening we arrived to help with our luggage. They are a true asset to this property. We can't say enough good things about them! They also have the cutest and well-behaved dogs (Soldier and Lady). There was plenty of room for all 11 of us. The house is air-conditioned throughout with nice ceiling fans to help circulate the air. The kitchen is well stocked. The pool was very refreshing but small. The rooftop has AMAZING views! It's a nice golf cart ride into town but beware of the mosquitoes! They are everywhere! Another thing I will add, is the restaurants close around 9 PM. You won't be disappointed with your stay here. We will be back to San Pedro - you better "Belize It."
5.0
Tranquility
Returned to our previous destination and were as happy as before. Love staying in this house. Its wonderful for many people with a fully stocked kitchen and rentals and the dock. William and Martin are also awesome and extremely helpful. Thank you!
5.0
Fun in paradise
We just returned after a great week... Carolyn was outstanding to work with along with Melvin and Marvin... My wife cried that she wasn’t able to take the dogs with her they are amazingly sweet! Very relaxing week... Thank you and we hope to come back soon.
5.0
The Perfect Place!!!
We had an absolutely wonderful time at El Castillo de Arena. From the time we arrived, to the 6 am departure, we were treated wonderfully and enjoyed every moment at the property. We were a party of 11 (3 separate families) and there was plenty of space for the entire crew without feeling like we were cramped. The top floor was the main residence where we fixed most of our meals together, but there were two other residences (a one bedroom and another two bedroom) which provided the necessary solitude, so we didn't get too much "relative humidity". The backyard was the perfect oasis for the littles to play in the sand, or the adults to bask in the sun on the loungers, with the entire area fenced. Carolyn and Ted truly have a beautiful rental with all of the conveniences of home. The golf cart rental, which Carolyn set up for us, was a must if you plan on traveling into town on occasion. They provided us with snorkeling equipment and kayaks to explore the reef. Last, but certainly not least, was Marvin, our caretaker. He was absolutely the best!! He helped us with everything and answered any questions that we had. He helped the men spear fish and lobster at the reef, and showed the kids how to fish off the dock. It was an absolutely wonderful vacation, and with any luck, we will be able to return in the near future.
5.0
Wonderful home for our family
Being our first time in Belize we really appreciated the guidance and expertise that came from the home owners. Carolyn had a great guide for us and answered all our many questions. She arranged for taxi service to & from the airport for our group of 7 (5 adults and 2 kids) and we were warmly greeted by the house's caretaker William and his sweet dogs. The house was well equipped for our group and we LOVED the soft sandy beach in the fenced in backyard. It was so easy for our kids to play outside! Every day we took advantage of the kayaks (Marvin was wonderful to help us out with those) and the rooftop pool. Both Marvin & William were so friendly and professional and having them on site made us feel at ease. William gave us a presentation on Coconuts. We loved it! Having coffee in the mornings and Rum Punches in the evening on the pier and patio while enjoying the breathtaking view never got old. We loved having golf carts to explore the island and venture out for dinners. We really enjoyed the quiet of the area we were in but also liked the opportunity to drive to the busier areas. We loved the location, food and reasonable cost of the Dive Bar. Our favorite adventure was spending the day out with Lucky Devil (Tony's guys) where we speared lobster, snorkeled and they prepared a WONDERFUL meal with our catch on a private beach area. By far our favorite memories. We were sorry when our week came to an end and hope to return again.
5.0
AMAZING PLACE TO STAY - had such a great time celebrating my birthday here with friends - perfect!!
Great location, great amenities - 10 of us stayed so comfortably, used every bit of the house - the plunge pool on the roof, the palapa bar and the palapa on the end of the dock. Amazing time making memories! William is a great host - Blue Hole snorkel tour a must - beautiful moonlight over the sea each night!
5.0
Amazing place to stay!!!
My family stayed at El Castillo de Arena for a week in June and could not have been happier. The house is absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed for our time there. We spent most of our time under the palapa, out on the dock, and in the rooftop pool! We loved the location...far enough north of town to have privacy and quiet, but walking distance to several great bars/restaurants and a 20 minute drive into San Pedro.
William and Marvin, the caretakers of the house, made this trip extra special. They went above and beyond! They helped us fish off the dock, showed my kids how to catch bait, opened coconuts for us to drink, and the list goes on and on. It would have been a very different trip had they not been there, and having them there is a key reason to rent this house!!!
Additionally, the owner was great to work with. She helped us organize our trip in advance, from excursions to transportation. She helped us book an excursion with Lucky Devil tours, which was a major highlight of our trip! They took us snorkeling, reef fishing, spear fishing for lobster, and swimming with the sharks, plus they prepared a beach BBQ for us with our fresh catch. The guides, Sebastion and Marco, were fantastic.
I highly recommend staying at El Castillo de Arena if you are visiting Ambergris Caye!!!
5.0
Beautiful, amazing, cant wait to come back
April 5th to the 13th,2018
Words cannot describe this amazing home. Carolyn the owner was so awesome to work with, and had everything set up for us upon our arrival, we took Tony's private water taxi fro Belize city, after being picked up at the airport by George and grocery shopping. The water taxi was awesome. The house accommodated our group of 8 very comfortably. The house is beautiful, inside and out. Our golf carts were delivered the day after we got there and our mode of transpotation for the week. Several great bar/restaurants walking distance from the house. We had Auoura and her husband come in and cook us a fantastic meal ( recommended by Carolyn) they are beautiful people and the meal was delicious. Trips to Secret beach for fun in the sun, trips into San Pedro for shopping. And last but not least the Care taker William was outstanding, a wealth of information and warm, caring always there to make sure we were making the best of our vacation, as well as his helper Marvin. We fell in love with the dogs Tonster and Lady, enjoyed the roiftop pool to cool off and see the sunsets. Beach bum rentals next door where we had free use of all the equipment, Tony's signiture tour was a full day of fishing, snorkling, private beach lunch and swimming, very well worth the money. I could go on and on about this fabulous home . The pallapa bar outside was our daily hangout. We definitely will be back. So to Carolyn and Ted Morran, thank you so very much for everything. And William and Marvin for taking such wonderful care of us. Till we see each other again, Don't stop Belizan. Oh and if your lucky enough you will get to see William's coconut demonstration. Sincerely, Dan and Ellie
Ken and Diane, Cindy and Mark, Mike and Lori.
P.S. would give it a 10 star
5.0
The pictures didn’t do it justice
Incredible beach front and dock.
Thee separate complete living quarters
Beautiful property. Great distance from town for peace.
William the caretaker was great
5.0
Comfy, clean and well maintained!
We had such a wonderful time visiting Belize and staying at El Castillo De Arena. It was definitely home away from home. Nothing was lacking. For a whole week, we seamlessly moved in. A perfect fit for all 8 of us! The rental equipment made getting around so easy and fun. We enjoyed biking into town, kayaking and snorkeling out front on the reef and walking to the restaurants. The perfect setting for sunrise and sunsets. Believe me... I took my fair share of pictures. My only regret is that I didn't have more time to spend with our lovely host. We shall just have to go back!
5.0
Great place to stay
We rented this house for 2 weeks. I had read other reviews and I have to agree with the 5 star ratings. I will try not to repeat the other comments. I had 10 people the first week and 8 the second. Carolyn was very helpful in making sure we had everything we needed, starting with having the taxis at the airport and the golf carts at the house. The taxi drivers were very friendly and stopped at the grocery store in town so we could get some things for Monday. The first night (Sunday) we had Aurora cater dinner for everyone since our arrival was late afternoon. The meal was excellent and she and Evan even did the dishes. The weather during our stay was fantastic. Most days were windy enough to cool us off and we didn't even notice any bugs. William and Marvin were around most of the time to help with anything we needed. We did several day snorkel trips costing from $75 to $125 per person. The best snorkeling was to Mexico Rocks. The roads out of San Pedro are very rough and getting to places take a little time. Some of our group would bike into town or over to secret beach. Most of the time they would beat the golf cart. Having the snorkel gear and kayaks available was very nice. We would take the kayaks out to the reef (about .5 miles) and snorkel anytime we wanted. All in all everyone in our group had a great time.
5.0
Couldn't have been more perfect
From the on time reception at the airport to our reluctant, but smooth, departure, we had a perfect week on Ambergris Caye. The property is well maintained and fit our group of 8 perfectly...young adults in the lower suite and the adults upstairs. William, the caretaker, was readily available everyday ensuring that everything ran smoothly and was never intrusive. As mentioned in several reviews, there are two dogs living on the property that clearly enjoyed our company as much as we did theirs.
The location is about the right distance from San Pedro and not too close to any of the major resorts so it was very quiet during the day and into the evening...just a moderate amount of music from the restaurant/bar next door. The roads were rough but what you would expect on an island with this level of development.
We did work with Carolyn, our hostess, to arrange for two trips while we were here and arranged for diving on our own. One day was spent on one of Capt Tony's boats where the kids got to spear some lobsters (in season) with fishing at another location. This turned into a wonderful lunch on a quiet, man made island. The second trip was to the mainland for a visit to one of the Mayan ruin sites in Belize...a little rougher time at sea but still worthwhile.
All in all we had a great time, made some new friends, and got our batteries recharged for a few months.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Corozal District?
The average price for a rental in Corozal District is R 3,677 per night. This rental is R 8,871 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beachfront. Close to Secret Beach. Kayaks. Bikes. Pool. Paddleboards. 5BDR. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beachfront. Close to Secret Beach. Kayaks. Bikes. Pool. Paddleboards. 5BDR. Enjoy the water!
Is Beachfront. Close to Secret Beach. Kayaks. Bikes. Pool. Paddleboards. 5BDR pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beachfront. Close to Secret Beach. Kayaks. Bikes. Pool. Paddleboards. 5BDR?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and balcony / patio.
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