Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi

4.5

Excellent(12 Reviews)

Apartment in Stann Creek District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this apartment rental

Ara Macao Beach House @ Ocean’s Edge *Gold Standard Certified

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In search of a romantic seaside getaway? Look no further than this private, secluded home on the shores of the Placencia Peninsula, where you'll have a lovely stretch of beach (shared only with one other home) right at your doorstep. Walk down the dock to soak in the sun, take a nap in the hammock, enjoy the breeze off the Caribbean Sea, or take a swim around the platform. Easily prepare your own meals at home in the full kitchen.

What's nearby:
This property is located on the shores of Maya Beach, a quiet and relaxing section of the peninsula known for its beautiful beaches and great restaurants. In the surrounding area, you'll find a bowling alley, a spa, and a scuba center. If you want to venture into the jungle, drive up to Cockscomb Forest to go bird watching, hiking, swimming in waterfalls, or tubing down the river.

Things to know:
This home can be rented along with its neighbor as Ocean's Edge
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
In-home safe

Parking notes: No parking available.

Dock details:

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 18 years of age to book. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Map of Stann Creek District

Nearby attractions

Jaguar Paw Cave - Jaguar Paw Park Outpost - Cave Tubing Belize - Ambergris Caye Tours

72 mi

Dreaming Giant waterfalls

61.3 mi

Ya'axkin Butterfly House

19.4 mi

1000 foot falls

71.7 mi

Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi

4.5

Excellent(12 Reviews)

Apartment in Stann Creek District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony or Patio

Map of Stann Creek District

Nearby attractions

Jaguar Paw Cave - Jaguar Paw Park Outpost - Cave Tubing Belize - Ambergris Caye Tours

72 mi

Dreaming Giant waterfalls

61.3 mi

Ya'axkin Butterfly House

19.4 mi

1000 foot falls

71.7 mi

Reviews

4.5

Excellent(12 Reviews)

2.0

Aug 2024

The house is located on a nice beach in a nice area of Placencia. We wanted to enjoy this house for that alone. But it was simply not enough to make up for the AC not working (absolutely repressive heat inside; tried sleeping outside before we had to leave the property in the middle of the night with heat exhaustion), nor make up for the one bathroom being down a steep staircase from the bedroom, and certainly not make up for Vacasa/property manager not even responding to us while we were having issues with the property then responding asking us for a favorable review!! This was truly the worst housing rental experience I've had but added a star for the great location. Stay away.

4.0

Apr 2024

This property is managed by Vacasa and it's a nuisanse. When you're traveling you'd appreciate having all the information in one source. Unfortunately, in this case VRBO site merely redirects you elsewhere which is often inconvenient. The house was as e+xpected although we were unlucky to have a bit of surf that rendered the water totally murky. The locals recommended agains swimming because of the stingrays common in the area and danger of stepping on one when hothing can be seen. We still took a chance and my wife was stung by a jellyfish, which was rare we were told. Vinegar and hot water helped. Despite the wind, the nights were very hot and humid causing us to run the fans at full blast, somewhat interfearing with our sleep. Also, our last night the moskitos were especially voracious. We're all for living like a local but in the end kind of wished we had AC. Make sure you understand the house has no dedicated parking space while the car is virtually a must to get here. We ended up parking it on the street and it worked with no issues. On a plus side, the beach and panapa are super nice and comphy. There are several palm trees with tons of coconuts and you should be able to borrow a machete to murder a few.

4.0

Mar 2024

Private beach, low foot traffic. Quiet and peaceful. For those who want to escape it is for you!!

5.0

Mar 2024

We loved the privacy and the fact that it was right on the beach. The beach palapa for shade was perfect for relaxing/reading. There are multiple restaurants within walking distance and a grocery store down the road. The bed was comfortable and there are lots of windows to open for cross breezes to flow through. We didn't have a vehicle and Shan Les from Vacasa helped us get drinking water, etc. We enjoyed our stay and would go back again.

4.0

Dec 2023

The beach house is well maintained and clean. However, beach is shared with another property and kayak is not well maintained, it was dirty and did not function. The life jackets were also dirty.

5.0

Dec 2023

It’s everything that Placencia is not. It’s quiet, rustic, quaint, and private. We loved it because we are not resort people and we felt very little connection to Placencia itself. We had a great time though. Sand fleas are bad everywhere there. Stay off the beach at around 330pm.

5.0

Apr 2022

This house was awesome! The walk out dock is nice for fishing, there are restaurants nearby, and the private beach is amazing!

2.5

Apr 2022

Perfect location, beautiful beach!

Perfect location, beautiful beach!

This house was awesome! The walk out dock is nice for fishing, there are restaurants nearby, and the private beach is amazing!

2.5

Mar 2022

Adorable house, perfect view, great location. We had the best time here. The shower head was not great, the wifi didn’t work (and wasn’t resolved during our stay) and the shoreline was very littered which is sad for such a beautiful place. The beach out front of the house was pristine though. The kayak is a bonus. Saw some rays off the dock. Best morning coffee spot ever!

5.0

Mar 2022

Rustic beach cabin in a private area

2.5

Mar 2022

Rustic beach cabin

Rustic beach cabin

Rustic beach cabin in a private area

5.0

Mar 2022

Exactly as pictured

Exactly as pictured

2.5

Feb 2022

Rustic beach cabin in a private area

5.0

Sep 2021

Manatees and crabs right off the dock, many stunning sunrises and relaxing evenings. We appreciated being about 20min from town, it was very calm and quite but we were still within walking distance of many restaurants and bars. Staff was very communicative and helpful!

2.5

Sep 2021

The private haven we were looking for!

The private haven we were looking for!

2.5

Sep 2021

5.0

May 2021

This marks our 9th visit to Maya Beach. Ara Macao Beach House was exactly what we wanted and needed. Having all essential kitchen items such as a coffee maker, mircrowave, stove and oven was super. The weather was warm but had sufficient fans and windows to have the wonderful Maya winds cool down the cabana. The area is quiet and having the dock to sit out on watching the pelicans dive for fish proved breathtaking. Julio had our bikes ready and provided a lock for us as we traveled up and down the roadway. Already planning our next visit.

2.5

May 2021

Wonderful Vacation

Wonderful Vacation

2.5

Apr 2021

2.0

Mar 2021

The beach was beautiful and well maintained by the caretaker who raked and cleaned up every day. The house was cute and comfortable. Minor issues: This house is going to need some siding and window maintenance soon and the rainy season is going to take a toll. The mattress was very hard and uncomfortable (personal taste). An additional blanket would have been nice when the temperatures dropped a bit at night (it wasn't cold, but it feels odd sleeping with just a single sheet on top). Adjacent neighboring beach areas had lots of plastic garbage washed up (this is sad). We would have liked to have had more clean towels (stayed 6 days with 3 bath towels for the two of us).

2.0

Mar 2021

Loved our vacation

Loved our vacation

The beach was beautiful and well maintained by the caretaker who raked and cleaned up every day. The house was cute and comfortable.
Minor issues:
This house is going to need some siding and window maintenance soon and the rainy season is going to take a toll.
The mattress was very hard and uncomfortable (personal taste). An additional blanket would have been nice when the temperatures dropped a bit at night (it wasn't cold, but it feels odd sleeping with just a single sheet on top).
Adjacent neighboring beach areas had lots of plastic garbage washed up (this is sad).
We would have liked to have had more clean towels (stayed 6 days with 3 bath towels for the two of us).

4.0

Mar 2021

2.5

Jan 2020

This spot was clean and beautiful. Steps away from the beach and a really comfortable hammock. The only downside was figuring out how to close all of the blinds when we were hit with a torrential downpour. Make sure to read the binder with all of the fun attractions to do nearby! There is also a kayak beneath your deck and you can ask for oars/life preservers. There is one other small house next-door that is rented out so depending on who is there with you it could be a little noisy. All in all, it was an enjoyable stay. I would highly recommend staying over here rather than down by Placencia (unless you want the tourist-vibe). Clearer directions would be helpful!

2.5

Jan 2020

This spot was clean and beautiful. Steps away from the beach and a really comfortable hammock. Th...

This spot was clean and beautiful. Steps away from the beach and a really comfortable hammock. Th...

2.5

Jan 2020

Private beach, whole house to yourself and free bikes and Kayak!

2.5

Jan 2020

Peace and Quiet

Peace and Quiet

Private beach, whole house to yourself and free bikes and Kayak!

FAQs

How much does this apartment 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 $71 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and balcony or patio.

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Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi

Apartment in Stann Creek District

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Stann Creek District

Nearby attractions

Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi

Apartment in Stann Creek District

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Stann Creek District

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Stann Creek District?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Romantic beachfront home w/ ocean views, dock, hammock, veranda & free WiFi?

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