Villa Ranguana - Ultimate Beachfront Vacation - Privacy, Luxury, Convenience
House in Stann Creek District
12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Ideally located on a 5 acres with 350 feet of white-sand beach yet only 2 miles from town. The villa has two floors with a wrap around deck on each. On the ground floor, there are three bedroom suites, each with a private bath along with a comfortable breezeway and easy access to the pool. Upstairs includes the common living areas and kitchen as well as another master suite. The splendid terrace overlooks the beach on one side and the pristine jungle and Maya mountains on the other. Here you can relax and enjoy the cool ocean breezes as you sip your morning coffee.
With 5 acres and over 350 feet of beach, there is an amazing quiet and privacy. With only 1/2 mile to the airstrip and 2 miles to town you have the convenience to readily visit the many unique restaurants and attractions of Placencia and its famous central sidewalk.
Top Reasons to rent Villa Ranguana instead of other Placencia properties:
1. 350 ft of beach: lots of white sand beach, great shallow swimming beach for the kids, a few coral heads for snorkeling - hands down the best beach of any home available for rent in Placencia
2. Cooling ocean breezes - beach side location means natural ocean breezes keep you cooler than the lagoon side - and most importantly keep away the bug problems lagoon side homes may suffer
3. 5 acres of privacy: plenty of privacy that you will not enjoy in homes located closer to the village - and the property is deep enough that there is not the road noise that can be so common for homes up north along Placencia road
4. Best location - only 2 miles from town means easy access to Tutti Frutti for your daily gelato fix, and easy access to the dozens of quality restaurants, shops, groceries, tours and activities of Placencia Village - many other properties further north (e.g. Maya beach or the Plantation) can mean a 30 to 40 minute drive to the village
5. Wrap-around, shaded deck makes it easy to relax and watch over the kids playing in the pool or out in the ocean
Guest access
The villa is only rented as an entire unit. Guests have access to the entire villa and the surrounding grounds including pool, beach and gardens.
Other things to note
Each of the 4 master suites are individually air-conditioned for sleeping comfort.
Owners have recently made available Casa Ranguana, which is a 2 bedroom house next door, that can be rented in conjunction with the Villa for large groups. VRBO listing 3025760.
About reviews: The property has been available for rent for many years and has consistently received stellar reviews. For 2016 through 2019 - a separate company rented the property for 40 weeks a year and filled it with their private clients. Very few of those booking came through VRBO, and as a result most the reviews from those clients are not available here on VRBO. Additional reviews can be seen on google or on other rental platforms.
Getting to Villa Ranguana: we are located about half a mile from the Placencia Airstrip. From the US - most people fly into Belize City (about 2-3 hr flight from Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, Miami or 5 hr from Los Angeles). From Belize City there are 3 options: 1. a 20 minute local flight on Maya or Tropic Air to Placencia airstrip, 2. you can rent a vehicle and drive down to Placencia from Belize City which takes about 2-3 hours or 3. we can recommend a driver to transfer you down.
Private chef available for some or all meals at an additional cost.
Property has received Belize's Gold Standard Certification allowing for travel during Covid times.
With 5 acres and over 350 feet of beach, there is an amazing quiet and privacy. With only 1/2 mile to the airstrip and 2 miles to town you have the convenience to readily visit the many unique restaurants and attractions of Placencia and its famous central sidewalk.
Top Reasons to rent Villa Ranguana instead of other Placencia properties:
1. 350 ft of beach: lots of white sand beach, great shallow swimming beach for the kids, a few coral heads for snorkeling - hands down the best beach of any home available for rent in Placencia
2. Cooling ocean breezes - beach side location means natural ocean breezes keep you cooler than the lagoon side - and most importantly keep away the bug problems lagoon side homes may suffer
3. 5 acres of privacy: plenty of privacy that you will not enjoy in homes located closer to the village - and the property is deep enough that there is not the road noise that can be so common for homes up north along Placencia road
4. Best location - only 2 miles from town means easy access to Tutti Frutti for your daily gelato fix, and easy access to the dozens of quality restaurants, shops, groceries, tours and activities of Placencia Village - many other properties further north (e.g. Maya beach or the Plantation) can mean a 30 to 40 minute drive to the village
5. Wrap-around, shaded deck makes it easy to relax and watch over the kids playing in the pool or out in the ocean
Guest access
The villa is only rented as an entire unit. Guests have access to the entire villa and the surrounding grounds including pool, beach and gardens.
Other things to note
Each of the 4 master suites are individually air-conditioned for sleeping comfort.
Owners have recently made available Casa Ranguana, which is a 2 bedroom house next door, that can be rented in conjunction with the Villa for large groups. VRBO listing 3025760.
About reviews: The property has been available for rent for many years and has consistently received stellar reviews. For 2016 through 2019 - a separate company rented the property for 40 weeks a year and filled it with their private clients. Very few of those booking came through VRBO, and as a result most the reviews from those clients are not available here on VRBO. Additional reviews can be seen on google or on other rental platforms.
Getting to Villa Ranguana: we are located about half a mile from the Placencia Airstrip. From the US - most people fly into Belize City (about 2-3 hr flight from Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, Miami or 5 hr from Los Angeles). From Belize City there are 3 options: 1. a 20 minute local flight on Maya or Tropic Air to Placencia airstrip, 2. you can rent a vehicle and drive down to Placencia from Belize City which takes about 2-3 hours or 3. we can recommend a driver to transfer you down.
Private chef available for some or all meals at an additional cost.
Property has received Belize's Gold Standard Certification allowing for travel during Covid times.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Stann Creek District
Ratings and reviews
4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(54 Reviews)5.0 / 5.0
Our group rated this vacation #1. Villa Ranguana didn’t disappoint. We had everything we needed and it was in a location where we felt safe, had privacy, and a beautiful ocean view. It was clean and well-maintained by Albert and Francee who live next door. They were perfect hosts, stocked groceries, and arranged golf cart rentals for our arrival. You will need a golf cart if you want to go anywhere, and you want them reserved before you get there. I had waited too long and could not find any in Placencia, but Albert saved the day by finding our group, two brand-new golf carts! Albert also arranged for Chef Nelson to cook Belizean dinners for us. We highly recommend Nelson. We liked Placencia and Villa Ranguana so much that we are already discussing a return in 2027.
5.0 / 5.0
We have stayed at this house twice now. Both times have been great! The location is perfect for being laid back and away from the busyness but also just close enough to go into town everyday for some groceries and eating at the restaurants. We highly recommend staying here!!
5.0 / 5.0
Villa Ranguana is an amazing place. We had a spectacular time with friends. Francee and Albert were very accommodating and were always available. Highly recommended for future visitors. Close to the action, but also remote and private. Our party of 10 thoroughly enjoyed it!
5.0 / 5.0
What a magical place! The home is as amazing as advertised, and the owner is communicative. The caretakers, Albert and Francee are delightful and always willing to help, and their gorgeous pup, Archie, was an especially nice surprise since all of us are dog people and were missing our own beasties.
5.0 / 5.0
Villa Ranguana is amazing and exceeded our expectations! The home is beautiful and spacious, with spectacular views of the ocean. The private beach is lovely, one can swim, snorkel, or kayak (provided by villa) in the ocean or dip in the freshwater pool. The location is an easy golf cart trip into the village of Placencia for a taste of local cuisine or to purchase a souvenir locally crafted.
Albert & Francee were exceptional hosts, and dog, Archie, the perfect greeter! They were extremely friendly, highly responsive, and very helpful; helped book tours and restaurants, provided daily cleaning, and even arranged to have Chef Mark prepare dinner - delicious!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend. If you are considering Villa Ranguana, book now!
5.0 / 5.0
Can’t say enough good things about the property from the private beach, beautiful outdoor area, and caretaker, Albert, checking on us everyday to make sure our needs were taken care of!
5.0 / 5.0
Our stay was amazing. All six of us staying said the pictures didn’t do it justice at all. The house was amazing and very clean and more beautiful than the pictures show. Albert was so helpful and booked a couple excursions plus a chef for a couple nights. We had rental car issues and he was on it helping us if he could. The air in the rooms worked great. The one minor thing was the master bed was more firm than I like to sleep on but I still had a great nights sleep. Highly recommend this house for just friends or even family!
1.0 / 5.0
I understand wanting to rent your home & you believing it's perfect.This listing is not & please do not advertise it as such.These were all the items that were stated in the listing that were just NOT true.
1.Newly built?(This made us angry)Maybe BEFORE? the hurricane, but it was EXTREMELY well worn(beds had no mattress protectors, WORN paper thin sheets that didn't fit correctly)
2.It is quite small for 4 people unless you are parents and kids.Not good for two couples.
3.Many sun chairs = 2 deck chairs.
Beach chairs? non existent (and I asked before hand & John said yes!)
4.Wi-Fi was excellent.
5.Original listing stated Satellite TV.When I complained, John changed the listing & said it never stated that.I have a copy of the original listing.The bedroom TV's would not connect to "Roku" and the living room couch was too uncomfortable to use.
6.Dishwasher did not work.Washer/Dryer did not work, and that was after we called to learn how to use.Ice Machine =did not work.They left a half used bag of ice in the freezer.
7.The air conditioners worked Perfect.
8.Pantry supplies included only; salt, pepper & coffee filters. It did NOT include hand soap, dish soap,(they did bring some) garbage bags, kitchen towels nor any other kitchen pantry item.
9.The hand held shower head had a huge leak.(The bed got wet when showering.)
10.The toilet ran, had to "jiggle" the handle
11.SUGAR ANTS EVERYWHERE (and that was AFTER they came&sprayed.)
12.View=10 stars.
All in all NOT worth THIS price
5.0 / 5.0
We took our family to Belize to celebrate my 75th birthday & our 25th wedding anniversary. We chose Villa Ranguana because it a)looked beautiful, b) had a pool AND a private beach & 3) it was close to town.
We were delighted when we arrived to a spotlessly clean villa that was exactly as shown in the photos. Totally private, beautiful views of the sea, nice rooms & Albert & Francee the caretakers who lived next door.
We had asked for a private chef to cook dinners & 1 breakfast for the 9 of us & they got Ray, who used to cook for a fine local restaurant, the Breezeway. It was the best decision we made. We handled breakfasts & came home to delicious Belizran style meals almost every night. At a reasonable cost!
We dealt with all the people recommended by Dave, the owner of the Villa and were well taken care of on every tour. Monkey River was so cool & the Garifuna center in Hopkins with Jason was a unique experience. Truly Wild Belize was great as was Ranguana Caye - we almost wish we had stayed there!
I highly recommend Villa Ranguana for a great Belize vacation in Placencia. We would absolutely go back@
5.0 / 5.0
We stepped out of our taxi and simply said "Wow. This is ours?" The Villa was beyond my expectations. The expansive beach, pool, terrace, huge rooms, sea breezes, sunrise views, outdoor shower in main bath, living space, kitchen...It was everything we hoped for and more. Albert & Francee were so warm and helpful in every way. They helped us with booking snorkeling, fishing, horseback riding and in-house massages as well as cooking us a birthday dinner that was delicious and pre-stocking the fridge for our arrival! We felt like royalty. The location was good as well, extremely private beach with two solid restaurants basically at the end of the driveway. The ocean was warm and great for floating/snorkeling. Our fishing guide picked us up right from the beach. One bummer was the sand flies/no see ums - bring deet / anti-itch cream. We were covered in bites. Highly recommend Villa Ranguana and would go back in a heartbeat.
5.0 / 5.0
From before we arrived when we were taken to the airport, this property and the people that care for it have been amazing!
Before we arrived, I spent many hours and many more emails chatting with our host and finding all of the information I needed for the various people that would be with me. This included where doctors were located, finding us a private Chef to hire, and giving us advice on the best places to find adventure!
Once we were there, Albert and Francie took care of all our needs. They are the caretakers that live in the house next door. Whenever I would text or ask them for something, they helped me within minutes! They are both kind and friendly people. They helped arrange tours, talked to us about great places to eat, told us stories about their lives, and we're simply wonderful to have around if we needed them!
The rooms each came with their own bathroom and each one was gorgeous. The upstairs master bedroom has views that look out onto the ocean. Each of the downstairs rooms open to the beach mirror feet away. You can hear the beautiful sound of the surf every night as you fall asleep.
While we chose to have a private chef, there are many wonderful places to eat. If you do not use a private chef, you can still have all your food pre-stocked by Albert! It was comforting to arrive after a day of travel and be able to sit down with some food already in the refrigerator.
There are kayaks and chairs right on the beach to be used whenever you wish. There are as many towels as you could want! Since our party was always either in the pool or in the ocean, that came in handy!
We also rented a golf cart from Captain Jak's which was dropped off and picked up at our location. Since Captain Jack's knows the location and Albert, everything went completely smoothly.
For those of you wanting to know about Wi-Fi and the television, both are available and both work well. Albert showed us how to use the remote for the TV and we found everything we wanted. The the Wi-Fi worked well in every room and even by the pool and on the beach. If any of you need to use the Wi-Fi for work, it should be fine.
I don't know what else to say about this place to convince you that it is an absolute dream! The owner even checked in with me halfway through the stay to see how things were going.
If you are considering staying here, consider no longer! You will have the time of your life!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a fantastic stay at the property. We had 17 people and rented the Villa and adjacent Casa. Albert, the onsite caretaker, was very pleasant and helpful. The villa is set up for plenty of privacy for a larger group and has plenty of toys to enjoy the ocean. I’d recommend using Albert to help with logistics on transportation and organized day trips. The excursion to Ranguana island is well with the cost and boat ride. We’d recommend Villa Ranguana or the Casa to anyone.
5.0 / 5.0
Very clean, efficient house service (Albert and Francis) and on call chef (Ray, who we nearly took home in our luggage!). Booked all tours through Jason at Truly Wild Belize and golf carts at Captain Jaks. Dave the owner checks in and all of that together, made for a truly relaxing stay.
The folks in Placencia, and all the places we toured, were very nice and helpful.
Highly recommend Ranguana as a villa to book.
5.0 / 5.0
Both the Chef Nelson and the caretaker Alberto and his wife were outstanding
Everything was first class
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing
This property was just as beautiful as the pictures show! We had an amazing time with 3 couples and 2 kids. We rented golf carts that were perfect transportation to town. We highly recommend taking the puddle jumper from Belize city to Placencia. The airport is right by the house. The caretaker was very helpful and checked on us every morning. While we were there a sea turtle came and laid eggs one night on the beach. It was stunning. Great for a large family vacation! They also have a lot of kitchen supplies (pot,pans, glassware etc) we cooked dinner multiple nights and had everything we needed!
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely wonderful
Our group had an absolutely wonderful stay at this property. Plenty of room to spread out inside and out, very comfortable beds, gorgeous bathrooms, perfect location, spotlessly clean. Albert and Francisca were very kind and helpful and the owner also was tremendously helpful in answering many questions pre-departure. 100% recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Great Place!!
This is a very beautiful property and well taken care of. Albert and Francee are great .If you have a family or just friends you need to stay here.
5.0 / 5.0
A beautiful property well looked after super staff!
Seamless all went smoothly!
Great location.
5.0 / 5.0
Slice of heaven
This property was the perfect backdrop for my birthday celebration. It was wonderful. The views are breathtaking. It’s a little slice of heaven. The property manager’s were accommodating and the place has everything you need to relax, dine and enjoy. My friends and I had a great stay and are already planning our return.
5.0 / 5.0
Private luxury
Villa Ranguana is everything the pictures say. Private, beautiful, and peaceful beachfront. The Villa itself is truly fantastic. Huge bedrooms, a spectacular kitchen/common area, and an all-encompassing porch. Albert and Francisca are wonderful, and helped us out with major issues (Covid, other medical problems) and minor issues (setting up tours, minor maintenance). Having them available was an amazing addition to our stay. Albert appears to know everybody and can get things done. Francisca keep the Villa sparkling, and showed us how to make tortillas. Dave (the owner) provided a lot of really helpful information and advice before we arrived. Placencia is a really interesting village, with a surprising number of really great restaurants and bars. There are several grocery stores and innumerable souvenir stores to keep your fridge and suitcase full. I recommend taking the commuter flight from Belize City to Placencia. It is much easier than the 3+ hour drive over 50 or so speed bumps! We spent a fair amount of time snorkeling right off the shore. No reefs, but an easy time and there are lots of starfish, some rays, and a few other fishes.
5.0 / 5.0
Spectacular
Property was better than we expected.
Caretaker and cleaning was 5 +++++
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to all .
Great experience!!!!!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Best Vacation Ever!
We stayed at Villa Ranguana for 5 nights and it was the best vacation ever! From booking the vacation to help with excursions, trip details and directions the entire process was flawless. We took advantage of a private chef for 3 meals a day and the food was absolutely incredible! Mateo and Marvin are amazing cooks!! Each meal out did the previous one!
Alberto and Francisca were incredibly helpful! Alberto helped with excursions and general info at the house. Francisca did an amazing job cleaning the house while we were there!
We hope to return to Villa Ranguana some day.
5.0 / 5.0
The best!
First off, the owner is very communitive and the caretake Alberto is extremely helpful. I have booked many VRBO homes and never had the owner reach out to me within a day of booking. Email and text, it was all very helpful and made us feel at ease.
The property is amazing! Cool vibe, well maintained and very comfortable. There wasn't a bad day to be had. We love the beach and the water was very warm! Diving is awesome in Belize! This home allowed us the space and comfort to bring our two-year-old, giving him space to run without having to worry about neighbors.
This home far exceeds expectations and is a splendid value once you enjoy it.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic!
Totally lived up to our expectations. The villa is beautiful and very comfortable and is well equipped. Alberto and Fransceca go above and beyond looking after the house and beach. Thoroughly recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing Getaway
Villa Ranguana was just what we needed. A large, beautiful villa on the ocean that easily accommodated 8 people. Everyone was extremely helpful in helping us plan our visit. Stan was extremely communicative with suggestions for excursions, a personal chef, a driver and how to use our time while in Belize. Alberto and Franci were perfect hosts. Always willing to help with reservations/logistics and the house was cleaned very well every day. The owner even checked in on us to make sure everything was to our standards, which the house far surpassed. Thank you for a fabulous vacation to Placencia.
5.0 / 5.0
Impressive
Beautiful Villa which the photos don’t give justice to. You will love every inch of the property. The property manager was very helpful with any question or request any of our group had. You would love to live at Villa Ranguana!
5.0 / 5.0
6 Stars
There are truly not enough good things to stay about this property and the warm village of Placencia. But what made this stay so special, was the extraordinary customer service we received from Albert and Francee, the kind couple whom look after the property. They were positively marvelous, even greeting us with rum punch upon arrival after a long day of travel. I have never met anyone who wanted the people who were staying with them to feel more at home. Albert was very responsive to our needs, and arranged multiple excursions throughout our stay. Francee ensured the home was immaculate and even gave us a crash course in tortilla making. Definitely will return — already planning our next stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Paradise
Pure paradise. Stan, Alberto, and Francesca have all been wonderful. The home has been perfect for our family of four. All the amenities needed and more. If given the chance to visit Placencia, I’m not sure there is a nicer home on the peninsula. And if you’re lucky, you might even be treated to some of Francesca’s homemade tortillas. Thanks for a wonderful trip!
5.0 / 5.0
Paradise
Best place we have ever stayed! Tons of room. Beauty everywhere you looked. Amazing hospitality from property management.
5.0 / 5.0
Ocean Front Villa in Palencia - Beautiful
I absolutely loved our stay at the Villa Ranguana. The villa's floorplan and decor is beautiful, and the bedrooms are very comfortable. Upstairs, we opened up the house each morning - there are glass doors and windows that wrap around the kitchen, dining and living area. We purchased food from the local grocery store and cooked many of our meals at the villa. We had some wonderful meals out at Rum Fish, Tipsy Tuna and La Dolce Vita.
We took a tour boat over to Ranguana Caye, an island about 30 minutes away, where we snorkeled, kayaked, attempted paddle boarding, and were fed a delicious meal. There was also a bar on the island, and some fishermen caught lobsters that we purchased and took back to the villa and cooked.
The views, breeze and sounds of the ocean waves made for a very relaxing, enjoyable vacation.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect house for a perfect vacation
Absolutely beautiful rental with a fabulous location. Large rooms with individual large bathrooms. The view was breathless and the staff was very accommodating and friendly. I would recommend this vacation spot as a five on your list of places to go.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing Villa - was even better than website pictures!!
We stayed in the villa with extended family for a special occasion. One room was better than the next! Spacious, comfortable and clean with spectacular views from your own private beach. We spent lazy, sunny days at our private pool, swimming laps in the gorgeous Caribbean and slipping into town for some shopping and tasty authentic Belizean lunches as well as stopping at the dock for the fresh catch of the day and grilling on our brand new barbeque on our front deck (included at our villa). Stan and Mary (the managers) were beyond expectations! They were attentive, accommodating and most of all a pleasure deal with. Anything that you needed, they were there, making it happen. Alberto and Franci, the caretakers, were also there to make your stay comfortable and more than enjoyable. They are next door so they are available whenever you need them...making us feel comfortable and safe. All and all this was a fantastic experience and I recommend it if your'e looking to go to Placencia you will definitely not be disappointed... in fact you will have the time of your life.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome!!!! Couldn't have been any better!!!!
Magical, welcoming, paradise, relaxing and did not want to leave!!!! Stan and Mary are the best of the best!!!!!! If you are looking for a get away from it all and want to relax and soak up the sun for a week in Belize, this is the place to go!!!!!!!! House is awesome, caretakers are awesome and management of the property is the best!!!!! You will not be disappointed!!!!!!!
4.0 / 5.0
Great location in Placencia
The house and grounds were lovely. The caretaker was very helpful and willing to assist in whatever we needed. Great for a large group. There were 4 couples. And Stan and Mary were very helpful.
1.0 / 5.0
Disappointing Stay and Watch Out for Ridiculous Charges
We came to this property having bid on it at a local charity event. A few things occurred that were beyond the property's control; high winds each day forced the cancellation of any scuba, snorkeling or fishing experiences. However, the overall service was not as 5 star as other reviews have indicated. We had paid extra for a chef and a daily cleaning service. The first day we did start out with 2 set of towels for each bathroom. After this day- nothing was fully replenished and we lacked enough towels in each bathroom. Not really an issue at the time- until we returned to the US and were hit with a $117 charge for 2 missing spoons, 2 missing glasses, 2 hand towels, bath towels, and 3 washcloths. What??!!! This has got to be the most bizarre charge we have ever seen from a property. I feel fairly confident this is some crazy scam. Its not a huge amount of money but the detail of these items is peculiar and suspicious. I wish we had been a part of the inventory count prior to checking in- definitely would've stayed on top of those spoons! We have rented a house in the Bahamas for the last 7 years and have never had issues such as this. We are also property owners of a condo we rent out in a Colorado ski town and are quite familiar with how to cater to guests and handle deposits. All of us travel extensively as well- this is a new one for us for sure!
This entire trip did not turn out how we had all hoped. Weather cannot be planned for, neither can the overly aggressive bugs, and the python (!!) in the house. Due to these issues we chose to leave our vacation early and change our flights to head home. Upon our return to the US I was stunned to see so many positive reviews for this property. I usually do not write reviews but felt strongly to inform potential travelers of our disappointing experience and crazy post vacation charges. There seems to be a surplus of homes for rent in the area- I would look around if planning a visit.
5.0 / 5.0
The most gorgeous, private location we have ever spent a family vacation and we travel extensively!
Villa Ranguana is absolutely an amazing place and we cannot wait to return with our family. We spent our Christmas and New Years there and it met every single expectation and beyond. My husband is very hard to please when we travel, but he was immediately blown away from the moment we drove up to and saw the villa! Albert and his wife were so attentive and catered to our every needs...including playing volleyball with us and catching fresh blue crabs from the beach. I highly recommend Villa Ranguana for your next vacation in Placencia. We have stayed at several hotels along the strip in Placencia but decided to go with the villa since our family of 7 would be there. The accommodations were perfect! Stan and Mary are absolutely amazing and came to the Villa to greet us and made sure that we were completely satisfied. Book now!! You will not regret it! Doris A and family!
5.0 / 5.0
Only because a six-star rating is not an option
We had a fantastic trip to Belize, and our stay at Villa Ranguana made it so. We had eight people total (4 adults, 4 tweens) and had plenty of space in the house. We loved having the beach toys to play with - paddling and snorkeling options. We agree with the other reviews, regarding the wonderful presence of Albert and Francesca, and their friendly dogs. We hired a cook for one meal, based on their recommendation, and she was fantastic. We spent a week there, but could have easily spent two. One full day of doing absolutely nothing. A day trip to Ranguana Caye. A shopping/strolling trip to town. Two adventures: ziplining and cave tubing. A day of chartered fishing.
The open floor plan of the house allows for lots of visiting and hanging out during meals. The balcony provides additional seating/hammock space. The four poster bed in the master bedrooms is awesome. There are three different shower heads in the master bath. Choose your favorite! Nice collection of DVD movies and paperback books, if you are so inclined. Towels and linens are quite nice.
If you are at all considering this property, please book it. You will not be disappointed.
5.0 / 5.0
wedding and some well deserved relaxation
We arrived at the villa to find that the on-line pictures did not do the house justice. It was beautiful and so well kept. Stan met us to welcome us, show us around and to give some great advice on the surrounding area. We had a few days to prepare for a beach wedding and were most impressed when Albert and Francesca (house keepers) were so helpful and were more than willing to pitch in and help with some of the preparations. The wedding went without and hitch (having our own private beach was really a dream come true for our daughter). Then some time for fun in the sun. The beach was incredible; Albert raked it every day and Francesca just quietly went about her housekeeping duties. We loved waking up every morning and walking out into that warm sea breeze. Stan would stop by and offer suggestions for eating or other sites, which almost always met our expectations. The house had some great extras: beach chairs, kayaks, snorkeling gear, etc. which we were welcome to use. It was so nice to be able to watch the kids play from the house, the shaded veranda or on the beach with them. Albert, and his 2 super friendly dogs, was always around so safety was never a concern. I would not hesitate to stay at the Villa Ranguana again.
5.0 / 5.0
Paradise
We spent a blissful week at the villa. From the moment we pulled in and saw the ocean through the breezeway and the gorgeous house, we were sold! Stan and Mary were very attentive and helpful both before and during our stay. The villa is spectacular, immaculate and quiet. The grounds are beautifully kept and the beach is serene and maintained daily. The groundskeeper/housekeepers were extremely helpful and thorough. They even opened coconuts from the trees for us! The house itself is gorgeous, clean, very comfortable and very well stocked. It would be great for a large group or family but it was still perfect for just the four if us. We found the area to be central for allot of day trips sightseeing and we loved being close to the stores/restaurants in the village. Best weeks vacation and we can still close our eyes and feel the ocean breeze blowing through the house while we sipped on a drink...fabulous! We would love to be back again sometime.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing time in Placencia
Spent a relaxing Christmas Holiday week at Villa Ranguana (party of 9). The villa has a fantastic private beach and view of the ocean, with caretakers living next door. Housekeeping service was very good, with Stan and Mary (managers) providing welcome grocery shopping service upon arrival (dinner and breakfast), and helpful advice about local establishments and things to do. The villa is just far enough from town that, unless you are a strong walker, a car or a golf cart is a must to get around. Placencia is definitely worth a visit, with great places to eat (many noted by other reviewers). We liked the Tipsy Tuna for drinks and the nearby Mariposa (20 min walk) for great food. The villa is well furnished, and the kitchen has everything we needed to make any meal we chose to stay home for. We hired a local chef (recommended by Mary) to cook us several Belizean dinners and breakfasts (great for hassle-free meals without having to leave the villa). We felt very safe – the caretakers were walking the property regularly and their dogs (friendly to guests) announced any arrivals in classic dog fashion. We would definitely stay at Villa Ranguana again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Stann Creek District?
The average price for a rental in Stann Creek District is $464 per night. This rental is $1,399 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Villa Ranguana - Ultimate Beachfront Vacation - Privacy, Luxury, Convenience. 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 Villa Ranguana - Ultimate Beachfront Vacation - Privacy, Luxury, Convenience. Enjoy the water!
Is Villa Ranguana - Ultimate Beachfront Vacation - Privacy, Luxury, Convenience pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Villa Ranguana - Ultimate Beachfront Vacation - Privacy, Luxury, Convenience?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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