This is an amazing jungle house! We stayed here for two nights and really enjoyed the quiet location, scenic grounds and lovely house. Our three boys slept in the upstairs loft room (three twin beds). We (the parents) took one of the bedrooms downstairs. It was a good size for a family of five. It would have been very crowded with seven people. As the description says, the road requires a car with good clearance. We had a Jeep Patriot which was not AWD. The roads were dry and the Jeep had good clearance, so we made it up the hills just fine. The road is dirt with numerous random ruts that are 6-8 inches deep. A small car like a Honda Civic will bottom out. The hills are steep. If the roads were muddy, then I doubt the Jeep would have made it to the house. In the dry season, we were lucky. The clearance under the car is critical! We LOVED staying here! It was a charming place to stay. The kitchen is well stocked (they even had a cheese grater, so we made nachos). The freezer is great for freezing water bottles the night before a hot hike. The air conditioner works well to cool the house (it was over 100 while we were there, so the AC was lovely!). We had a great time visiting the Iguana Conservation Project (you can hold and feed the iguanas). This takes about 45-60 minutes. The Hotel has amazing desserts, worth a stop! Our favorite adventure was visiting Che Chem Ha Cave - they have a facebook page - and it was a private guided tour of an ancient Mayan cave. Excellent!!! Charge is about $25 per person, provide your own transportation. Arrange a tour ahead of time. We hiked about 45 minutes through the jungle each way to get to the cave and then we spent about an hour inside the cave with the guide and got to see Mayan pottery. Fantastic experience! If you want to use the washing machine while you are there, ask for instructions from Marilyn before using it. It is different from American washers! The clothesline was great, we dried swim suits overnight. We bought a Belize Map chip for our Garmin and used GPS to find places. I found it was easier than anything cell phone related, the cell phones don't always have reception in Belize! Summary: We loved San Ignacio! We really enjoyed our time at the house. We had fun seeing Mayan ruins and caves and iguanas.

Overall it was a nice place to stay. The best part is definitely the deck. We enjoyed listening to the birds and enjoyed the view. We did get to see parrots and toucans in the mornings as they passed by. The house is small but well kept and very clean. We had 7 adults and it was a snug fit. The two rooms down stairs are just big enough for the beds so be aware there is not room for suitcases in the bedrooms except to go under the beds. The loft has plenty of room for suitcases. If you're a light sleeper you'll want to bring earplugs, there are a lot of neighborhood dogs and they barked all night long. Very typical for Central and South America though so it didn't bother us. Other than the noise we had no problems with the dogs, they were all very friendly. The only real issue we had was with the hot water heater. Whenever we tried to shower the hot water heater would shut off every 2-5 minutes causing the shower to become ice cold. Turning the water completely off and then turning it back on again would restart the hot water heater but it would only last a few minutes again. It's not the worst thing in the world but it was annoying. If it weren't for the water heater issue I would have given it a 5/5. Like others have said the road to the house is a bit rough so a vehicle with high clearance and 4 wheel drive is highly recommended. We rented a SUV and had no problems going up and down the road. We felt very safe at the house and had no problems with leaving our luggage at the house while we were gone all day for tours. The air-conditioning worked very well which was important since it was hot. The owners were very nice and easy to work with for booking and questions. We enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again if we go back to San Ignacio.

Overall it was a nice place to stay. The best part is definitely the deck. We enjoyed listening to the birds and enjoyed the view. We did get to see parrots and toucans in the mornings as they passed by. The house is small but well kept and very clean. We had 7 adults and it was a snug fit. The two rooms down stairs are just big enough for the beds so be aware there is not room for suitcases in the bedrooms except to go under the beds. The loft has plenty of room for suitcases. If you're a light sleeper you'll want to bring earplugs, there are a lot of neighborhood dogs and they barked all night long. Very typical for Central and South America though so it didn't bother us. Other than the noise we had no problems with the dogs, they were all very friendly. The only real issue we had was with the hot water heater. Whenever we tried to shower the hot water heater would shut off every 2-5 minutes causing the shower to become ice cold. Turning the water completely off and then turning it back on again would restart the hot water heater but it would only last a few minutes again. It's not the worst thing in the world but it was annoying. If it weren't for the water heater issue I would have given it a 5/5. Like others have said the road to the house is a bit rough so a vehicle with high clearance and 4 wheel drive is highly recommended. We rented a SUV and had no problems going up and down the road. We felt very safe at the house and had no problems with leaving our luggage at the house while we were gone all day for tours. The air-conditioning worked very well which was important since it was hot. The owners were very nice and easy to work with for booking and questions. We enjoyed our stay and would consider staying again if we go back to San Ignacio.

A wonderful place to stay. A lot to see in that area. Loved having a kitchen.

Would go back there without hesitation!

We came from central California to visit our daughter who lives here in San Ignacio, loved it here in Belize for a week! The setting is beautiful up on a hill looking out over the back deck! The upstairs was very nice for the extra space! The road up the hill was not as bad as I thought and we made it up just fine. We did get some cat food for the 3 kitties that were begging for food at the back door. It was a really wonderful experience!! We would come back again! Thanks so much!

House had everything we needed and I loved our stay

We had an amazing time in San Ignacio and in this house. It was the perfect location and super fun. Our two teenage daughters had a blast and there was plenty of room. We really enjoyed staying in the trees rather than a hotel in the city. Thank you!

Loved the cabin and property. The problem is the road to get there, I hate adrenaline rushes and that road up to the cabin is too steep for me personally. It was the last stretch of road before reaching the cabin. Had locals with me and we were told there wasn't another way in but there is and that side is more of a 4×4 road for my taste. The TV wasnt there just a control and with 2 teens that's hard but the Wi-Fi saved them in the evenings. Heard the neighbors music outside but couldn't hear it inside even in the room closest to the road, didnt bother us at all. Loved the mango tree, the avoacdo wasn't in season but they seemed amazing on the tree and the different flowers, and the view of the jungle. Took bug spray and incents for the outside and we enjoyed the patio area.

The house is located on a hillside with a great view and is very private. All of the amenities are good and the home is quite secure. The access is via a rough road. Our SUV did ok but a 4WD would be recommended. Our stay was great (would have rated 5/5) with the exception of the neighbors having loud music on until 3:00 am. Not sure if this is typical for a Sunday night but this should be taken into consideration.

Rose and Nancy have a nice cabin overlooking a nice section of land. We had some complications during our stay, but their housekeeping service was immediately responsive and very helpful. There are two queen beds and 3 singles in a loft; could sleep up to 7 if two couples double. (I suppose one more on the couch but that would be really tight). The kitchen is well appointed and the deck with a hammock is awesome. The loft is up a rather steep stair, so mobility-challenged should beware. Inexperienced travelers to Belize should be aware of a couple of things--like much of the country, access to this cabin really needs a high clearance vehicle and 4WD would be necessary in the rain. We had the water go out once, but the housekeeper immediately responded when asked and explained that there is a reserve water tank on site; apparently water loss in Belize is common. Also we had some complication making the connection with the housekeeper on our arrival, as our phones didn't work (and we never got them to work for the duration of our stay). Again, the housekeeper was very responsive to connecting with us over email and we were able to get connected with them--just make sure to arrive early and have some kind of working communication. Also be sure to have the cleaning fee in cash available upon arrival. The bathroom is a little tight and the AC for the main living space takes a while to cool down the bedrooms for sleeping; and there's not really good space for lots of big bags. But that's all just part of the adventure! The cabin is only about 5 minutes from town but far enough to quiet, so it really is the best of both worlds. If we come back to San Ignacio, I would consider staying here again.

Rustic charm with all the comfort and conveniences of home. Property managers were great and helped with excursions and ensuring ease. Location over looks jungle with parrots and iguanas around. All you want from Belize.

We enjoyed the property very much! Kitchen was fully equipped as well as the rest of the house. The lady managing the property was fantastic, she answered all of our questions and was always available to offer a helping hand. The house is located a very short drive from the center of San Ignacio Town, we had rented a Jeep for our Belize trip so it was perfect location for us. So very peaceful, we spent a lot of time out on the very large deck with an awesome hammock and even better view!

Marilyn and Bobby, the property managers made us feel welcome and were great hosts. From the casita we had a georgeous view of Belize and the perfect spot to relax after a long day of exploring the country. I really like the location of San Ignacio to be able to access the entire country. The town is really safe and has a great vibe. We can't thank you enough for helping us have a vacation that will provide a lifetime of memories!!

The cabin was comfortable, but rustic. We felt like we were in a cabin in the mountains.The loft was terrific, but without it, the home would be tight for 4 adults. I would recommend it, but just realize it is not fancy. It is a great value, though. The veranda was quite lovely, and it was a great place to hang out in the early am or late afternoon to watch the birds. The roads to the cabin are very rough, so when they recommend a 4W drive, or the very least, AWD, they are not kidding! But, you are situated very conveniently to town and many attractions, so the location is great. Property owners Nancy and Rose were very responsive to our questions prior to the trip, and Marilyn was a great help in town.

The property was perfectly situated to allow all the best of the San Ignacio area to be conveniently accessed. Marilyn was extremely accommodating and helpful. We had the entire Cahal Pech ruins (a mere 5 minutes away) to ourselves any given evening. And the weekend market was fantastic (5 minutes from the house)! Maya Walk tours was fantastic and facilitated daily outings...ActunTunichil Maknul (ATM) Caves, Xunantunich and Tikal. The post-trip Happy Hour at Tandoor was a blast, and their food is very authentic and delicious!!

We picked this place for the privacy, breathtaking views right off the backporch, and central location for us to go off in any direction to explore the history and wonders! Perfect place for us. We came here on our honeymoon, but it was so easy to imagine a wonderful family vacation here as well...with the bunk loft above and two queen beds on the main level. Thank y'all for sharing your home!

This little casita was perfect for us. There are two bedrooms on the main floor with full size beds as well as three single beds in the upstairs loft. The kitchen, living room, and dining area are set up as an open floor plan so you can spend time together whatever you're doing. Our family of 5 had plenty of room and the veranda with its view was wonderful every morning and evening especially in the hammock. We were able to relax and it's close enough to the town center that you can go enjoy everything. There are games to play and books to read. The laundry is a washer and line to dry and we had a lot of fun with that. This simple life appealed to our family immensely. The people are extremely warm and welcoming in town. We highly recommended staying here.

Nice little cabin with great view. Close enough to town. Fantastic owners, and had no problems at all.

Nancy and Rose's place as well as our interactions with Marilyn, the property manger, were wonderful. The view is absolutely breathtaking, and the space was perfect for my group of five adults. Although we were glad for the solitude, the place is a bit outside of the downtown, so a car is recommended for making trips into San Ignacio or Santa Elena.

We loved our stay at the Belize Gem. The property was very clean and well kept. Marylin was fabulous and made sure we had everything we needed and responded immediately whenever we called. The location was very convenient to town, but far enough away that there was plenty of privacy and quiet.