This dream of a house is an authentic Caribbean structure. Airy, open, roomy, and comfortable in every way. We had made arrangements for a wonderful neighbor cook supper for us twice -- we didn't want to leave! I love to think we will return soon to this slice of paradise.

Right from our first communication with Joshlin, my husband and I knew this was going to be a good vacation home to rent......we didn't expect it to be as outstanding as it was!! The location is prime with the boardwalk just step from the house that brings you into town. There is a grocery store a few minutes walk up the driveway, although as Joshlin pointed out, eating out tends to be less expensive than buying food to cook at the house. We did buy fresh fruit the days it was delivered to have for breakfast and of course beer and rum for those relaxing times on the deck or lounging in the beach chairs by the edge of the ocean :) The one small negative which could have simply been a timing issue with our trip, it that there seemed to be a lot of people travelling with their dogs who would bark during the day when we were trying to take in all that nature has to offer at the Placencia Beach House. This in no way reflects our opinion of the house, the location, or the top notch service we received! Despite the fact that my husband and I are very low maintenance, Joshlin was always around if/when we needed to ask her something but kept her distance allowing us the privacy we were looking for. We have traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean using VRBO rentals and this little Piece of Paradise definitely ranks in our top 3!! Thank you again Joshlin for sharing your wonderful piece of Paradise in Placencia with my husband and I! We will definitely see you again in our future excursions! Astrid & Nick

Cute and rustic beach house located on THE most beautiful lot in the whole area. We felt very fortunate to have chosen this property, as some of the beach further south was pretty gross (sargassum/trash) for the first part of the week. This area seems to get a lot less and we enjoyed the beach and ocean from day 1. The deck and hammocks are an oasis and the huge "front yard" is gorgeously maintained. The interior is nicely kept, but not so fancy that you are afraid of ruining anything after coming off the beach - the perfect combination of functional and comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked and the manager keeps you in supply of delicious fresh coconut water. No AC, but not needed - lots of fans and ocean breezes. Great selection of books, movies and games. Joshlin has though of just about everything to make for a great beach getaway. All the little things that some rentals neglect are not overlooked here (umbrellas, coffee filters, first aid kit, bug repellant, cooler, etc. - the list goes on and on).The only thing I would improve is the lighting. The kitchen, dining area and bathroom are very brightly/harshly lit which can make it tricky for night owls or early risers to not disturb others. Maybe a few smaller lamps or lower wattage bulbs? I'd also recommend earplugs for light sleepers as there are some neighborhood dogs who bark very early (but I don't think there is any escaping this in Placencia). Overall we loved the Placencia Beach House and can't wait to return. We scoped out a lot of other places while walking around and just kept saying how lucky we were and that we were staying in the BEST place in Placencia!

Cute and rustic beach house located on THE most beautiful lot in the whole area. We felt very fortunate to have chosen this property, as some of the beach further south was pretty gross (sargassum/trash) for the first part of the week. This area seems to get a lot less and we enjoyed the beach and ocean from day 1. The deck and hammocks are an oasis and the huge "front yard" is gorgeously maintained. The interior is nicely kept, but not so fancy that you are afraid of ruining anything after coming off the beach - the perfect combination of functional and comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked and the manager keeps you in supply of delicious fresh coconut water. No AC, but not needed - lots of fans and ocean breezes. Great selection of books, movies and games. Joshlin has though of just about everything to make for a great beach getaway. All the little things that some rentals neglect are not overlooked here (umbrellas, coffee filters, first aid kit, bug repellant, cooler, etc. - the list goes on and on).The only thing I would improve is the lighting. The kitchen, dining area and bathroom are very brightly/harshly lit which can make it tricky for night owls or early risers to not disturb others. Maybe a few smaller lamps or lower wattage bulbs? I'd also recommend earplugs for light sleepers as there are some neighborhood dogs who bark very early (but I don't think there is any escaping this in Placencia). Overall we loved the Placencia Beach House and can't wait to return. We scoped out a lot of other places while walking around and just kept saying how lucky we were and that we were staying in the BEST place in Placencia!

This home is located right on the beach as advertised, with a spacious palm tree filled sandy yard. The quick walk along the path to the town services makes the location excellent.

Our family of 6 (2 adults and 4 kids, ranging in age from 5-12) stayed at the Placencia Beach House in December 2019 for almost the entire month. We absolutely loved our time in Placencia, and it was in no small part due to this beautiful space and welcoming host. The location is perfect- far from the noisy bars but still a short walk away from everything you could want. First off, the house itself is beautiful. So clean, very nicely decorated, and lots of windows. My kids got a kick out of the fact that no room was completely closed off, but of course that means that you get great airflow and the space stays cool even without A/C. The kitchen was well appointed. It was great to have reusable shopping bags available for our trips to Top Value and the fruit market. The expansive beach front and grown palm trees gives a sense of privacy, and in fact it is hard to see onto the porch when you are by the water. We made good use of the laundry and loved getting to hang dry our clothes. We swam in the sea almost everyday. I recommend bringing snorkel masks for comfort in the salt water. We would see fish and sand rays without having to go deep. The washed up shells and coral were cool finds for the kids. I highly recommend: waking early to catch sunrise on the beach and for a quiet beach walk, Mim's restaurant for stew chicken, Brewed Awakenings for donuts and seaweed smoothies, Top Value for groceries, Sunnyside Tours for snorkel trips, Cha Chi's for the Kriol pizza, and Tutti Frutti for ice cream. It really is so good! We ate a lot of street food while in Placencia and never got sick, so if you are feeling adventurous also give the home cooking a try. We used William's Shuttle Service to get to Placencia from the airport and were so pleased with the experience we booked it again on the way back. We decided to stop at the Belize zoo on our return trip and it ended up being one of the best experiences of the whole vacation. Last but certainly not least, we know our time in Placencia was as special as it was because of Joshlyn. She knows so much about Placencia, and had recommendations and advice for us no matter the topic. She was available and responsive to our questions- before and during our trip. I am so glad we had the chance to learn about Belize from her.

This is what staying at the beach is supposed to be. Great outdoor space, expansive beach, close walk to great food and a true beach town. The house is not isolated from its environment, its part of it in the best possible ways. If you want A/C and room service, look elsewhere. Towns like Placencia and this beach house are hard to find and harder to retain. Live it and love it while you can.

This is what staying at the beach is supposed to be. Great outdoor space, expansive beach, close walk to great food and a true beach town. The house is not isolated from its environment, its part of it in the best possible ways. If you want A/C and room service, look elsewhere. Towns like Placencia and this beach house are hard to find and harder to retain. Live it and love it while you can.

Placencia Beach House is perfect for those wanting an Old World Caribbean beach experience. The house is simple, rustic, and immaculately clean. We spent a week with four adults and a teenage boy, and all enjoyed immensely. We hope to have started a tradition.

WOW!! We were blown away with everything!! The house, location, beach, views, friendliness and all that was provided at this beautiful beach house!! There were great recommendations for dining, drinks and a variety of activities and we felt like it was our home for the duration! The property manager couldn't have been more helpful and friendly! We also appreciated the privacy we had the entirety of our stay! We definitely plan to return to this piece of paradise!!! Thank you!!!

WOW!! We were blown away with everything!! The house, location, beach, views, friendliness and all that was provided at this beautiful beach house!! There were great recommendations for dining, drinks and a variety of activities and we felt like it was our home for the duration! The property manager couldn't have been more helpful and friendly! We also appreciated the privacy we had the entirety of our stay! We definitely plan to return to this piece of paradise!!! Thank you!!!

Dream house in perfect location! Some in our family were concerned with no AC and with the constant sea breeze we were cool the entire time! Beachfront swimming, across the street from the grocery store & snorkel/dive shop, and a 5 minute walk to shops and restaurants. Our host, Joshlin, was amazing! Great place that we would definitely rent again!

Dream house in perfect location! Some in our family were concerned with no AC and with the constant sea breeze we were cool the entire time! Beachfront swimming, across the street from the grocery store & snorkel/dive shop, and a 5 minute walk to shops and restaurants. Our host, Joshlin, was amazing! Great place that we would definitely rent again!

We had the best vacation in Belize! The Placencia Beach House is the perfect getaway; it felt like our own little slice of paradise! We loved that we were right on the beach and Joshlin made our stay exceptional. She helped us line up day trips and recommended places to eat in Placencia Village. Everything we could possibly need was available and within walking distance of the beach house. When we weren't lounging by the beach or enjoying the adventures that Belize has to offer, we simply kicked back with a book and relaxed in the hammocks on the deck, listening to the wind in the palm trees and the waves lapping the beach. We also enjoyed a nice collection of games and movies during our downtime in the evenings. Perfect!! If you are looking for a wonderful vacation, with exceptional accommodations, the perfect location, and an awesome hostess, look no further than the Placencia Beach House! Thank you, Joshlin, for an amazing visit! We hope to be back again!!!

Upon arriving at the Placencia Beach House, we were curious if it would be everything that the listing stated. Well, it was and more, Joshlin greeted us with all the ins and outs related to the property and all we needed to know about Placencia. The property was extremely clean and had everything that you would need...everything. They even provided fresh cold coconut water from the trees on the property when we arrived. The house has an amazing front porch with hammocks to soak in the breathtaking ocean views. Although all beaches in Placencia are public, we felt like we had it all to ourselves. The grocery store and pharmacy were at the end of the driveway, making it extremely convenient. It also sits at the northern part of Placencia's Sidewalk which makes it convenient to shops and restaurants. Joshlin was available to answer our questions throughout our six day trip. She was extremely friendly, had vast amounts of information and was fun to chat with. We would highly recommend The Placencia Beach House for couples, a friends vacation and a family getaway. Cheers!

While not air-conditioned the amenities are phenomenal!! Had a amazing 10 day stay with my daughters, who fell in love with the place! Its location and ease of access by foot to Grocery and Town are wonderful and yet just far enough for Peace!!

The beach house is well equipped, clean and has great ocean views. Lou & Joshlin are terrific hosts, providing services and advice we’ll beyond the normal VRBO. Our third year at the Placencia Beach House and there will be more to follow.

Just returned from my third long stay (6 weeks each year) at Placencia Beach House. It is the perfect get-away, private, comfortable, great beach, easy walks to groceries, restaurants, and shops. Was joined by my daughter, son-in-law, and grandsons for 2 weeks. The house was perfect for the 5 of us. We all swam to De Tatch for breakfast (1/4 mile), one morning and walked to get gelato nearly every evening. Besides swimming, we went snorkeling with Wildside Adventures several times. Whether you’re looking to read in a hammock, rent a stand up paddle board, or take one of many available day trips, you’ll love coming back to the easy comfort of this house.

The house was nice and clean. The beach is beautiful. The house is relatively close to restaurants and etc. Joshlin was helpful in setting up activities. We also rented a Jeep and explored Belize a bit. Traveling within the country was easy. If you are not a heavy sleeper, you will have a hard time resting as the neighborhood dogs barked all night. Belize was beautiful!

We absolutely loved staying in this house! There were four of us staying there, including our two teenage daughters. The view was spectacular, and the wraparound porch (with hammocks) made it easy for us to enjoy the beach view during the day and the stars at night. The house is extremely well-equipped; it seemed as if anything that we could want in the house already had been anticipated. Joshlin was very helpful and available. It's not right in the center of town, but everything is walkable, including a very close supermarket and pharmacy. Not being right in the center of town affords a large lot and a good measure of privacy. We went to sleep with the sound of the ocean in our ears, and the house always captured a lovely breeze. We had a wonderful time in this house, and we would stay here again if we ever return.

My family and I really enjoyed staying at the Placencia Beach House. The location is superb: a big lot, right on the beach - far enough from the town center that it's quiet and feels private. A leisurely fifteen minute stroll along the sidewalk gets you to the shops and restaurants. The nearest supermarket is a five minute walk away. Our rental car sat unused in the driveway for the week simply because we didn't need it. The house was the perfect place to relax, and an excellent backdrop for family bonding. It's very clean, and unfussy; rustic as I said before, but not lacking in any necessary amenities. The property is well cared for. My children (9 and 13) loved the hammocks on the deck. They must have spent hours swinging in them. I enjoyed falling asleep to the murmur of the sea and the breeze in the palms. The beach is great. The water is warm, calm, and swimmable. We were fortunate enough to witness two dolphins playing one morning at sunrise. Last but not least: Joshlin is fantastic! She's kind, welcoming and very knowledgeable. She helped us book tours, gave us directions and recommendations and was helpful and available, while remaining unobtrusive.

We were unfortunately, not able to meet Mrs. Lou but were hosted by her niece, Jocelyn. We were a family of five adults who were traveling together in Belize and having a mini reunion as we live on different coasts. The beach house was wonderful; we could not say enough nice things about it. It was clean and wonderfully equipped. The kitchen was fully serviceable - as good as at home. The cottage had beach towels, umbrellas, ponchos (and it rained hard for two days!), a barbeque, washer and dryer, extra hammocks, beach chairs. The grocery is just down the road, and the village just a quick walk down the sidewalk. We were greeted with fruit and coconut water, The place was comfortable. We cooked many nights and just spent a lot of family time. Despite torrential rains for two days, we were able to enjoy the deck, make drinks, and play games. All in all, we absolutely loved this place and appreciated the hospitality. Thanks to Jocelyn and Mrs. Lou for a memorable stay.

My husband and I had a great experience and look forward to returning. Joslyn was so helpful planning excursions and made sure our stay was perfect. This is a great place to relax, enjoy the local culture and create some lasting memories!

Travelled from the UK and stayed 9 nights at the Beach House . It was everything we expected from the reviews . A great location at the end of the sidewalk which takes you all the way down to the port at the end of the town past numerous bars and restaurants along the way. The house had pretty much everything we needed, the kitchen was well equipped , the beds were comfy , the wet room was good with plenty of hot water and the supermarket was under a 5 minute walk if you needed more supplies. It was great relaxing in the hammocks with a cold beer watching the pelicans and frigate birds flying around . The ceiling fans provided all the necessary air circulation at night and during the day the sea breeze kept us cool. It is pretty private and looking through the palm trees waving in the wind out to the to the sea you get time to just sit and reflect. Josh was on hand to assist if needed , she's a great host and will help you all she can. I can honestly say that i look forward to going back in the not too distant future for some more "Get away from it all" time . Thank you Lou for letting us stay in your lovely house. Cheers

Just spent 10 days of peaceful relaxation at the beach house. We found it to be the ideal place to unwind and enjoy. It is in a perfect location. Close enough to the restaurants and bars but far enough away to enjoy the peace of the ocean. Everything is in walking distance! There is a grocery nearby so we were able to get all the things we needed. Everything you need for cooking in the kitchen is there. The house itself is very clean and well maintained. Situated right on the beach you could not ask for a better location. Josh was great to help us with the information we needed about Placencia Village. She even set us up with a great deal on a car rental so that we could go exploring up the peninsula. Hated to leave but anxious to return. The Beach House is probably the best rental home in Placencia.