Luxury 3-Story Waterfront Villa with Pool
5.0
Outstanding(50 Reviews)Villa in Stann Creek District
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this villa rental
Villa Laguna Gecko, is a 3 story custom waterfront estate with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, large pool with palapa located in a private very secure gated community overlooking the Lagoon and Maya mountains in the Maya Beach area of Placencia, Belize. The home is in a gated private community with 24 hour security and connected to the Placencia Resort located directly across the street. Guests staying at the villas have access to the resort amenities including beach, pool and restaurants. Being located directly on the Placencia lagoon adds so much to this property.
The sunsets over the lagoon and Maya Mountains from the homes massive patios and decks on all 3 levels are spectacular. From your back yard take the Villa's kayaks to fish for Snook, Snapper, and more in a world class location. If you are not into fishing a sightseeing trip on the kayaks through the mangrove filled lagoon is a great way to spend the day. The 24-hour security and guard gate offer safety and privacy. With all this you are still just a short walk or even shorter golf cart ride from the amazing beach, pool and other amenities at the Placencia Hotel. This Villa offers the privacy and comfort of your own home along with all the associated high end resort amenities including daily maid service and professional chef to cook your meals 3 days a week in the home that is included with rental.
Villa Laguna Gecko is a certified Gold Standard Property by the Belize Tourism Board and managed by a highly respected company that manages four exclusive private island and numerous luxury waterfront villas in Placencia.
Ground Floor features:
2 large bedrooms each with private baths, and access to large covered patio overlooking pool and lagoon. You enter on second floor and walk downstairs
2nd Floor features:
A huge open kitchen with island breakfast bar, large open dining room, large outdoor covered and open patio / dining area off the off kitchen overlooking the Placencia Lagoon and Maya Mountains. Also a full bathroom is located on this floor.
3rd Floor features:
The top floor is a massive private master suite and bathroom, with oversized jetted tub, shower and huge open patio overlooking both the lagoon and mountains. 4th Bedroom with two twin trundles but no private bath. The twin beds can convert and sleep up to 4 guest.
We are located across the street from the Placencia Hotel, and 2 miles north of Maya Beach. The home is uniquely located in upscale area that provides for a very private setting, yet it is close to fine dining and other upscale resorts in an exclusive section of Placencia, just 10 minutes from Placencia Village and air strip.
At Gecko Vacation Rentals, we are passionate about two things; providing the highest quality services and ensuring our guests have a great vacation & experience in Belize. Our extraordinary property provides a one-of-a-kind setting, but the amenities we provide elevate it to a league of its own. From the personal chef to daily guest laundry, our idea is that our guests should not have to lift a finger. The staff at Villa Laguna Gecko we will stock the fully equipped kitchen with provisions as requested in advance, so our guests can get into vacation mode right away, with no effort and only the actual cost of the food you have selected.
Max Occupancy: 10 guests (8 adults max)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Master Suite Third Floor - 1 King bed
Bedroom 1 First Floor - 1 Queen
Bedroom 2 First Floor - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 Third Floor - 2 Twins & 2 Twin Trundles
We will strive to make this your most memorable vacation experience with all of the following included with your stay:
Daily Maid Service
Chef Service - 3 days for weekly rental (cost of food not included)
Guest Laundry Service
4 Seat Gas Golf Cart (with payment of $40 gas and usage fee)
High Speed Internet and WIFI
Use of Kayaks and Paddle Boards
Full Time Concierge Service
On property spa services available upon request
One complementary transfer to/from Placencia Airstrip on Check-In Day & Check-Out Day
Soap, Shampoo, paper goods, beach towels, etc, etc.
Welcome Drink
Placencia is the second most popular tourist destination located in Southern Belize. It is located on a 16 mile long peninsula that is surrounded by the Placencia Lagoon on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other. It is much smaller, less congested and more laid back than Ambergris Caye / San Pedro. Being on a peninsula and not an island, Placencia provides easy access to the Belize Rainforest and many activities on the mainland like Mayan Ruins, waterfalls, zip lining and cave tubbing to name a few. Placencia offers numerous restaurants, small shops and bars and is home to famous Placencia Sidewalk and is the perfect place for an amazing Caribbean vacation.
All international flights coming into Belize land at the Belize City Airport (BZE). Our full time concierge will work with you to arrange transportation from BZE to the property. Getting from BZE to the villa is easy with 3 options available.
Option 1 is to take a short (approximately 30 minute) local commuter flight from BZE to the Placencia Airstrip where you will be met by one of the Gecko Properties staff and taken directly to your villa. Our concierge will work with you to book these flights once you have your international flights booked and locked in.
Option 2 is to take a van shuttle from BZE to the villa. The driver will meet you outside of baggage claim. The drive from BZE to the villa is around 2.5 hours. The roads are all paved and a good portion of the drive is on the beautiful Hummingbird Highway that goes through the Maya Mountains. Our concierge will work with you to get this booked again once you have your international flights booked
Option 3 is to rent a vehicle at BZE and make the drive down to the villa yourself. There are numerous rental car agencies right across the parking lot from baggage claim including Hertz Avis and Crystal Car Rental a larger local car rental company. You would just need to go online to book and secure a vehicle prior to arrival.
BOOKING FEES & CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund minus a non-refundable booking fee of $150, will be issued when Guest elects to cancel the booking at least 60 days prior to check-in date. If the booking is canceled at any point after the 60 days, all payments made will be retained.
The sunsets over the lagoon and Maya Mountains from the homes massive patios and decks on all 3 levels are spectacular. From your back yard take the Villa's kayaks to fish for Snook, Snapper, and more in a world class location. If you are not into fishing a sightseeing trip on the kayaks through the mangrove filled lagoon is a great way to spend the day. The 24-hour security and guard gate offer safety and privacy. With all this you are still just a short walk or even shorter golf cart ride from the amazing beach, pool and other amenities at the Placencia Hotel. This Villa offers the privacy and comfort of your own home along with all the associated high end resort amenities including daily maid service and professional chef to cook your meals 3 days a week in the home that is included with rental.
Villa Laguna Gecko is a certified Gold Standard Property by the Belize Tourism Board and managed by a highly respected company that manages four exclusive private island and numerous luxury waterfront villas in Placencia.
Ground Floor features:
2 large bedrooms each with private baths, and access to large covered patio overlooking pool and lagoon. You enter on second floor and walk downstairs
2nd Floor features:
A huge open kitchen with island breakfast bar, large open dining room, large outdoor covered and open patio / dining area off the off kitchen overlooking the Placencia Lagoon and Maya Mountains. Also a full bathroom is located on this floor.
3rd Floor features:
The top floor is a massive private master suite and bathroom, with oversized jetted tub, shower and huge open patio overlooking both the lagoon and mountains. 4th Bedroom with two twin trundles but no private bath. The twin beds can convert and sleep up to 4 guest.
We are located across the street from the Placencia Hotel, and 2 miles north of Maya Beach. The home is uniquely located in upscale area that provides for a very private setting, yet it is close to fine dining and other upscale resorts in an exclusive section of Placencia, just 10 minutes from Placencia Village and air strip.
At Gecko Vacation Rentals, we are passionate about two things; providing the highest quality services and ensuring our guests have a great vacation & experience in Belize. Our extraordinary property provides a one-of-a-kind setting, but the amenities we provide elevate it to a league of its own. From the personal chef to daily guest laundry, our idea is that our guests should not have to lift a finger. The staff at Villa Laguna Gecko we will stock the fully equipped kitchen with provisions as requested in advance, so our guests can get into vacation mode right away, with no effort and only the actual cost of the food you have selected.
Max Occupancy: 10 guests (8 adults max)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Master Suite Third Floor - 1 King bed
Bedroom 1 First Floor - 1 Queen
Bedroom 2 First Floor - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 Third Floor - 2 Twins & 2 Twin Trundles
We will strive to make this your most memorable vacation experience with all of the following included with your stay:
Daily Maid Service
Chef Service - 3 days for weekly rental (cost of food not included)
Guest Laundry Service
4 Seat Gas Golf Cart (with payment of $40 gas and usage fee)
High Speed Internet and WIFI
Use of Kayaks and Paddle Boards
Full Time Concierge Service
On property spa services available upon request
One complementary transfer to/from Placencia Airstrip on Check-In Day & Check-Out Day
Soap, Shampoo, paper goods, beach towels, etc, etc.
Welcome Drink
Placencia is the second most popular tourist destination located in Southern Belize. It is located on a 16 mile long peninsula that is surrounded by the Placencia Lagoon on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other. It is much smaller, less congested and more laid back than Ambergris Caye / San Pedro. Being on a peninsula and not an island, Placencia provides easy access to the Belize Rainforest and many activities on the mainland like Mayan Ruins, waterfalls, zip lining and cave tubbing to name a few. Placencia offers numerous restaurants, small shops and bars and is home to famous Placencia Sidewalk and is the perfect place for an amazing Caribbean vacation.
All international flights coming into Belize land at the Belize City Airport (BZE). Our full time concierge will work with you to arrange transportation from BZE to the property. Getting from BZE to the villa is easy with 3 options available.
Option 1 is to take a short (approximately 30 minute) local commuter flight from BZE to the Placencia Airstrip where you will be met by one of the Gecko Properties staff and taken directly to your villa. Our concierge will work with you to book these flights once you have your international flights booked and locked in.
Option 2 is to take a van shuttle from BZE to the villa. The driver will meet you outside of baggage claim. The drive from BZE to the villa is around 2.5 hours. The roads are all paved and a good portion of the drive is on the beautiful Hummingbird Highway that goes through the Maya Mountains. Our concierge will work with you to get this booked again once you have your international flights booked
Option 3 is to rent a vehicle at BZE and make the drive down to the villa yourself. There are numerous rental car agencies right across the parking lot from baggage claim including Hertz Avis and Crystal Car Rental a larger local car rental company. You would just need to go online to book and secure a vehicle prior to arrival.
BOOKING FEES & CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund minus a non-refundable booking fee of $150, will be issued when Guest elects to cancel the booking at least 60 days prior to check-in date. If the booking is canceled at any point after the 60 days, all payments made will be retained.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Stann Creek District
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(50 Reviews)3.0
The staff was great. Appreciate the housekeeper and the chef. Both did an excellent job. The kitchen cabinets were dirty looking and some of the cabinet doors were falling off the hinges. Took the top of the toilet tank off one of the bathroom because the toilet was continuously running and there was black mold. Overall the experience was great and my family had a great time.
5.0
We had an amazing stay at Laguna Gecko, it's even better than the pictures show! I wasn't very comfortable with the idea of having a chef and maid underfoot , I thought it would be uncomfortable and intrusive, but it was absolutely amazing!!! Manuel and Martha were such a joy, great food and leaving a vacation with no dirty clothes, unheard of !!!! I'd love to bring them both to the US, hehe. This was by far the most relaxing vacation I've ever had!!
5.0
Our stay at Villa Laguna Gecko in Placencia was outstanding. The area was fantastic, safe, and convenient to beaches and restaurants. Our group regularly used the pool at the house as well as kayaked. The staff was attentive, the cleaning was well maintained, and the chef cooked great meals that was almost better quality than eating out. The only complaint was that our golf cart that was provided with our stay broke down twice - after the original issue we were told was fixed, we had another issue and had to hitch hike back to the house. Other than this I would highly recommend anyone staying at Villa Laguna Gecko if they are visiting Placencia.
2.5
The house was will equipped Our chef Orlando was great For our teenage grandkids there was bikes fishing rods kayaks and pool
5.0
Great house for our family of 10
The house was will equipped Our chef Orlando was great For our teenage grandkids there was bikes fishing rods kayaks and pool
5.0
The home was even better than the pictures! We loved everything about our stay. The chef prepared food was phenomenal and the property management team made sure we had everything we needed for our entire stay. We cannot wait to come back!
2.5
Amazing!
The home was even better than the pictures! We loved everything about our stay. The chef prepared food was phenomenal and the property management team made sure we had everything we needed for our entire stay. We cannot wait to come back!
5.0
Perfect for our needs
This is an absolutely beautiful home at a beautiful location! It fit the needs of our family perfectly as far as bedrooms and eating area. The fact that the house has its own pool was a tremendous hit especially with our five grandchildren. The kayaks were also very popular. The chef who came prepared absolutely fabulous meals that everyone raved about. In fact they were so good that we hired him for an extra dinner! We enjoyed eating our breakfast and lunch on the patio which had a large enough table to accommodate all of us and provided a beautiful view. The housekeeper was also very helpful and kept everything neat and tidy as well as taking care of our dishes and doing our laundry. We all enjoyed our short jaunts in the golf cart as well. Renting this house also enabled us to use the huge pool at the casino and that was popular with the kids because it had a shallower children’s area. The people we were in contact with about the house were exceptionally helpful and always answered in a very timely manner anytime we had a question. We have vacationed in many many places but all of us agreed that this was the nicest vacation place of all. Should you rent this house I think you will agree.
5.0
Beautiful Home
5.0
Relaxing Getaway
My family and I enjoyed the property and all of it’s amenities including the chef, housekeeper, pool, lagoon, and beautiful sunsets. Our kids enjoyed their own spaces but also time with family. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful!
2.5
Great vacation
Beautiful Home
5.0
Amazing
Great location, amazing house...terrific staff.... will definitely be back!! The chefs made delicious meals...better than going out! Highly recommend this property!
5.0
The most amazing and relaxing vacation! Fabulously comfortable & well-appointed home! UnBelizeable!!
THANK YOU for your help & patience to Talia & Mabel but especially to Namir. Our holiday was a getaway for 6 lifelong friends celebrating our 50th bdays which would not have been the same without your guidance & attention to detail. Namir even worked with a friend back home to coordinate surprise bday cupcakes! A trip of a lifetime & every time I asked questions for the group you were all extremely responsible & always had the answers. The assistance with every single recommendation & booking was perfect & extremely helpful also comforting because booking excursions were all done on-line or on WhatsApp. Several of us are already talking about a return trip to Placencia & staying at either Laguna Gecko or another fabulous Gecko Vacations homes. Every single person we met during the trip was lovely, friendly, helpful, looked you in the eye & always had a warm smile for you. Laguna Gecko A lovely Belizean rum punch greeted us upon arrival! This spacious, beautifully appointed comfortable home with everything you'll need. There were 6 of us for four days & 4 of us for the remaining time. More than enough room & certainly can accommodate more people comfortably. The beds & linens were lovely, bathrooms were gorgeous & tons of towels. The outdoor shower was my favorite! The kitchen has everything you'll need for cooking. It’s set up for entertaining & since the chefs are often there cooking it has most everything like spices, coffee filters, oils, tinfoil, some condiments, etc. The home was 25mis to village; 10 mins Maya Beach Bistro area; 10min walk/5min cart ride to the Placencia Resort. Laguna was best of both worlds staying on the lagoon with the Maya mtn view & walkable to the ocean. Transfers ran like clock-work, extremely comfortable. Provisions via the sample list was provided was perfect. We picked up liquor/wine in BZE duty-free. Chefs One word is amazing! Fresh, delicious, thoughtfully planned & locally sourced. Daily services in the home were always spotlessly cleaned & laundered. Martha washed anything we needed which was an amazing surprise. Location & safety we never felt uncomfortable or vulnerable. Additional: Cash is king; fly from BZE don’t drive; Naia Spa, Nautical Adventure, Captain Jak’s all wonderful! Maya Beach Bistro was favorite also hit Mare, Afrotide, Barefoot, Tipsy Tuna, Pickled Parrot, Cozy Corner, Bonefish, Above Grounds, resort Sunday BBQ. We LOVED Placencia, Laguna Gecko & everyone we met. Can't wait to return!!!
5.0
Exceeded expectations
The residential area felt very secure and safe - great for a family trip. The house was in excellent condition and didn't lack any of the amenities we are used to at home. The absolute best part of the vacation was Manuel! Wow, what a treat to have 3 meals cooked a day. He is talented, kind, and incredibly generous. Martha and Christine kept the house looking as though it did the day we walked in throughout the entire week. When considering a vacation, you literally can't get any more relaxed and pampered in a private home. Five-star service from beginning to end and we highly recommend working with this company.
2.5
Great house - As Advertised.
The house was everything as described. The cook, staff, and Mgmt team were all wonderful and very attentive to any needs that arose. We did not experience any sand flee issues, but it was a little windy so that may have helped. If you are going to venture to the village, I would recommend a Cab or the rental of a Car while you are there. Its a 20-30 minute drive from the house. Stock up on as many alcoholic beverages that you can from the Belize Airport, as it is a least half the cost. It was a great stay and vacation. If you are looking for a relaxing time, great weather, and relaxation the Placencia Belize is the place to be.
thanks for a great trip and memories.
2.5
Laguna Gecko Amazing!!
Laguna Gecko in Placencia Belize is an amazing property. Well maintained and beautiful. The views are breathtaking. The staff including the chef, grounds keeper and house keeper are all extremely welcoming and friendly. This home comes with everything you can possible need including a golf cart and car. With four bedrooms and four baths you have plenty of room to spread out. The master bedroom and bathroom located on the third floor offers comfort and privacy. With it's outdoor shower, luxury bath and large balony this master has everything you need to relax and enjoy the spectacular views. Located near Placencia Village, The Placencia Casino and Placencia Resort. Also located near a beautiful waterfall, ziplining and river tubing. There are plenty of activities to take in. I highly recommend this property and definitely plan to return many times in the future.
2.0
Fun with friends
This house is in a very nice area of Belize. For us, Placencia Village was too far to travel by golf cart. We only used the golf cart to go over to the Placencia resort and to a local market. The house is nice, lots of stairs. We wished the queen beds were kings in all the rooms. Most of the furniture was very uncomfortable, especially for 8 people. The no seeums were HORRIBLE! I believe the chairs under the tiki hut were infested with them as well as there were rodent droppings every morning. The chefs were fabulous!! Couldn't have asked for anything better. Having our laundry done and house spruced up everyday was a real treat. The Captain Jaks excursions were really fun and very professional. Several went kayaking, a little hard to get in and out of , but much easier from the resort. Having the resort privileges was a very nice perk. Everyone was friendly everywhere and we felt very safe in the house. The country is still pretty primative, but that adds to the beauty.
2.5
This has got to be one of the best locations in Belize.
There were six of us, a toddler and infant. It was perfect. We loved the pool at the hotel and the pool at the house! We felt like royalty for the week. Pool guy, grounds keepers, concierge, chef, housekeeper, personal transport to and from airport! Wow. The neighborhood is fantastic and gated, the house is well appointed and everything worked very well, sunny with good central air and ceiling fans, fantastic views.
The golf cart (we rented one additional) will travel the length of the island in 40 min. with ease. It had everything we needed. The grocery stores are limited; not all that expensive and carry enough for meals and a few US foods. We bought our booze at the airport duty free coming into Placencia but if you have to have Oreos from the grocery store, expect to pay about $8.00 for a package. There are a variety of other options in the store. Airport Customs let us bring foods from home into Placencia, but they are stricter than what is written on the customs website. But with the chef for 3 meals a day, need little from home except favorite snacks. Restaurants compare to US prices and lobster was a seasonal treat! The concierge answered our questions and booked excursions for us and they were great! I will have to say, everything was SEAMLESS on this trip. We stayed Saturday to Sunday and travel from Placencia Sunday was ALOT easier than coming in Saturday! Every tourist is in the Placencia airport on Saturday. If it wasn't such a lot of travel for us to get there, we would consider coming every year! Just writing about it makes me want to consider doing this trip again! I do have two suggestions. First let me say the house felt and looked very clean. The house keeper was wonderful, but the house could use a deep clean. There are some corners under cabinets, kitchen drawers, surfaces, refrig etc. that could stand a good cleaning. The house keeper spent a lot of time in the laundry room on her phone. She had everything taken care of otherwise and she is pregnant and I know she wanted to stay out of our way, so I don't fault her at all. On the surface she did a great job: the beds were made, laundry done and floors and surfaces cleaned for us every day without fail. But a deep clean is in order and the kitchen rug needs to be replaced. The other suggestion is that some blinds to cover the windows by the TV would be great. The sun is brutal there in the afternoons. But we loved every minute of this COMPLETELY CARE FREE Vacation.
2.5
Paradise!! Best vacation ever!!!!!!!!!!!
Laguna Gecko Villa was the perfect vacation setting for our family of 8. The bedrooms and bathrooms were stunning. The kitchen and living area were spacious and nicely appointed too. The pool was our favorite place to hang out and have a cocktail and listen to music.
Brenda, kept the house clean and what a treat to have our laundry cleaned daily. Chef Manuel and Chef Dominingo, well, what can I say! AMAZING! My daughter is a professional chef and I love to cook, but this was the ultimate luxury! They made delicious meals and desserts with fresh ingredients and stunning presentations. I highly recommend using the chef option. It was so nice to have breakfast prepared before an outing. We did not use the concierge services since it was our third trip to Belize and we know the area well. Laguna Gecko was the best location for our family vacation and we hope to return!
2.5
Top of the Line!
Our family decided to celebrate the Christmas holidays together at Laguna Gecko. The service and the villa surpassed our greatest expectations. The decor and the convenience made for an enjoyable and memorable holiday. We received perks we didn't know we would get. Chefs Domingo and Manuel were amazing, and the meals were 5 star. Ms. Brenda and the other sweet cleaning staff person were professional, accommodating, and welcoming. Talia, Mabel, and Javier responded to our ever inquiry and request - EVEN during the holiday season. Laguna Gecko has set the bar for our stays in Placencia. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation.
2.5
We had an unBelizable stay!!!
The house is amazingly comfortable and lovely at the same time. The master suite is amazing and has a huge veranda with great furniture for enjoying the water/mountain views and amazing sunsets. The best part of our stay were the chefs that came in 3 days for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They were true chefs, not cooks. The food was fantastic! The house was great! Everyone had their own bath and the bedding is very nice. The beds are super comfortable! The house came with bike, a golf cart, books and card games and great wifi. We played Uno most nights after spending days zip lining, river tubing, jumping off of waterfalls and swimming with sharks and turtles. And woke up to lobster omelets on the veranda! It was our first time to Belize and we had a blast! Oh and for our last evening there we went to Jaguar Lanes for bowling, Belikin beer and great pizza. The only bowling ally in Belize is just up the road.
2.0
Great place to take a family vacation. Staff, especially daily cleaning service, was superb.
Food was great! House and amenities were perfect. Staff did a great job. Only thing that would have made it perfect would be better fishing. I don’t recommend using hotel fishing guides.
2.5
Amazing!!!
Our stay at Laguna Gecko was truly amazing, like it always is. We frequent the Laguna Gecko annually. It never disappoints. The home is breathtakingly beautiful and very nicely decorated. The views from the top balcony a spectacular. We enjoy hanging out at the pool or visiting the resort pool across the street. Kayaking in the Lagoon, bike riding through the neighborhood. The staff at the Laguna Gecko are exceptional and top notch. They make the stay carefree and relaxing. Never having to worry about doing laundry is a huge deal to me! And having chef prepare are meals really makes you feel like you are in vacation. No cooking, no cleaning on the days chef is there. We also enjoy Placencia, everyone is so friendly. The casino is a lot of fun too. We enjoy Placencia and The Laguna Gecko it has become our home away from home.
2.5
Best.Vacation.Ever.
We had the best time at Laguna Gecko. I cannot say enough about how beautiful the house was, and the pool and outside space was fantastic. We spent our mornings drinking coffee on the porch looking out at the lagoon. Definitely take advantage of the kayaks at the house if you can. Also included with the house is access to the Placencia resort across the road (just drive the golf cart over!). There is yet ANOTHER pool there with a swim up bar as well as a restaurant inside, and places to eat outside as well. Excursion-wise Mabel set us up with the MayanSky zipline w/ River tubing and Ranguana Island. We were picked up in a van right at the house for both excursions which was wonderful. Highly recommend both of those! We went as a family of 8, oldest being 67 and youngest 18 and everyone was able to participate in both of the excursions. I also cannot say enough about the chefs --Manuel and Domingo --who prepared amazing meals. We arranged the days the chef came on days we did NOT go on excursions to take full advantage of all of the wonderful cooking. ( I have 2 words: LAVA CAKE. So yummy!!) If you do venture out to eat, I recommend Maya Beach Bistro as well as the Placencia hotel across the street. The Maya Beach bistro is a very short golf cart ride (10 minutes max) and it was nice to eat somewhere close by on the days we were out on excursions and came back tired. Words of advice: no need to pack anything fancy clothes wise-- you wont wear it and no need for a bunch of hair products ladies as you will pull your hair back off your head into a bun or ponytail and be done with it-- it is very humid, so just roll with it! We also cant forget to mention Brenda -our housekeeper-that did our laundry every day and kept the house spotless the whole time we were there. She was available for any questions as well. Venture into Placencia , but is a pretty far golf cart ride (45-50 minutes), we ended up paying for a shuttle from the hotel across the street- was only $20 US each way and definitely worth it as was faster and of course, air conditioned. A FABULOUS HOUSE! GREAT AND ACCOMMODATING STAFF!! I
2.5
Unbelizeable Gecko Experience
This was a fantastic vacation for our small group. We stayed at the Gecko House on the lagoon waterfront, my wife affectionately calls it the Gecko Lady because the outside structure of the property showed tall and slender like a model. Upon arrival, we were met by the concierge who gave us an extensive tour of the property the amenities, services available and how everything worked. My wife and I along with another couple enjoyed breathtaking views of Belizean sunrises and sunsets. The property can surely handle a large family as some of the accommodations we had available were untouched. While we rented a vehicle for distance travel; the golf cart easily managed the peninsular. We met with some old friends both north and south of the property and actually took many trips to the Plancencia Village.
The home is beautiful and we had an amazingly great time and would recommend visitors make arrangements to enjoy the beautiful kitchen since the home was stocked with all the necessary appliances. Awesome staff and a all around great experience for any international traveler. Guests will love these accommodations, the views, the atmosphere and the relaxation. We did and plan to go back next year!
Michael and Ann Harper
2.5
Beautiful setting
This is a lovely house. The setting is an enclave a fairly short drive to Placencia and an even shorter drive to Maya Beach where there is a nice beach and restaurants. But you can also have great meals at the house if you're willing to cook on vacation--the kitchen is fully appointed. There is the availability of meals cooked for you there, but we all had different schedules and didn't want to be that organized (choosing which times to lock into, etc.) The house is on the lagoon side of the peninsula, so there is no beach, but the beach at the Placencia Hotel across the way is available. That place was kind of weird. There is also a casino and some restaurants there but they always seem empty. We went to the casino one night and we were the only ones there. No kidding. We went to the pool. We were the only ones there. We asked where everyone was. We were told "they just left," which we joked with each other about all week. There is often kind of a bad smell away from the house. We smelled it strongly across the way at the Placencia. A tram driver said it was just invasive the seagrass piling up on shore and rotting. Some evenings away from the house it was quite awful. It wasn't an issue at the house at all.
Brenda, Mabel and everyone we met were just fantastic.
There were 4 of us so we rented a car--cheaper than the plane fare from Belize City (a 3.5 hour drive from the airport) for us all, and it was great having a car to go into the village, out to eat, exploring, etc. There is a golf cart there, it was just easier and more comfortable to have larger vehicle. For dinner, we highly recommend the Maya Beach Hotel and Bistro. Very telling, it was absolutely packed the night we were there, and the hotel as well. Also fun is the Mango down the road and the Tipsy Tuna in Placencia. Lots of fun bars in town and up and down the road. Excursions are great. Moses, our guide for snorkeling on the barrier reef was awesome.
2.5
Amazing
This house is absolutely beautiful, very spacious and lovely decor.
The sunsets from the 3rd floor balcony amazing! This house has everything needed and more. The maids were so wonderful everyone came home with a suitcase full of clean clothes. 😊
2.5
Amazing!!
The whole experience was Amazing!! Very relaxing and stress free. The house was beautiful and well kept. The staff was so nice and accommodating. The food, oh my gosh the food was soooo good!!! We will definitely be back!
5.0
I have stayed at Laguna Gecko, Groovy Gecko, and Little Harvest Caye (all same developer), and I can honestly say that there is no other way I would ever visit Placencia Belize. The amenities and hospitality are second to none and truly go above and beyond to make you feel like a king. I highly recommend staying at one of the properties managed and owned by Vision Properties Belize, you won't be disappointed.
5.0
This home was everything we imagined. Fully equipped, all you need is your swimsuit. The pool was relaxing and refreshing. We could watch the kids from the patio fish out back.
5.0
This place has to be the best rental in Belize. Right on the water, quiet with amazing views. We rented a couple scooters and drove all up and down the peninsula. It's a very safe town with plenty to do. The casino is very close as was Maya Beach Bistro. Our favorite restaurant. The staff goes above and beyond to make your stay great. The place was always clean. Picked us up from the airport and made it very easy to communicate with them. Everything in the home has to be brand new. Top floor will make you not want to leave. Waking up and looking out the floor to ceiling windows is what movies are made of. We caught plenty of fish and sun on our trip. The sand area is a nice touch and the pool is very relaxing. This place makes for a million picture opportunities so the folks back home know what they're missing out on.
5.0
My recent stay and Villa Laguna Gecko couldn't have gone better. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you need. The location is secure and close to a beautiful resort and casino. The sunset over the lagoon was one of the most beautiful I have every seen. Brenda the housekeeper was friendly, helpful and took great care of us.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Stann Creek District?
The average price for a rental in Stann Creek District is $462 per night. This rental is $748 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Luxury 3-Story Waterfront Villa with Pool. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Luxury 3-Story Waterfront Villa with Pool. Enjoy the water!
Is Luxury 3-Story Waterfront Villa with Pool pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Luxury 3-Story Waterfront Villa with Pool?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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