Location: Placencia, Belize, Caribbean ("The nicest beaches in Belize...") View Map
Accommodations: Cabanas (two), 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Two beautiful cabana suites... each having a kitchen/dining cabana (with sleeping area) and a bedroom cabana (with laundry). Each suite in this unique Belize vacation rental has two cabanas connected by a pergola covered deck… perfect for al fresco dining and barbequing. Each suite has two bathrooms. Although very affordable for one couple, each cabana suite will comfortably sleep six. Perfect for two couples traveling together or for children in a separate cabana. Very toddler friendly with gated decks and fenced yard.
The cabanas are located on the beautiful sandy shore of the Placencia peninsula…just steps from the Caribbean shore… your beach faces east toward a stunning sunrise each morning. There is a 100 foot lighted pier (see photos) and palapa just steps from your deck.
Traveling is easy: Belize City is only two hours from Miami and Houston. Our cabanas are only three miles from Placencia airport, which is only a thirty minute flight from Belize City via Tropic Air or Maya Island Air. From the US: Continental, American, US Airways, Delta and TACA fly in to Belize City.
Many guests rent a vehicle at Belize International Airport and drive to Belmopan and then down the Hummingbird Highway through the Maya Mountains to Placencia. It is just a stunning drive. It is also a great way to travel Belize.
The local experience:
During your stay there will be many available restaurants, tour services, massage on site available, and spa offerings. Local taxis are readily available. Tours will pick you up at your Cabana Suite, our ocean front pier or at our lagoon Marina. There are many delightful shops with local arts and crafts.
Included on the property is a 100 foot lighted pier (see photos) and palapa just steps from the cabanas with easy access to great snorkeling and night water viewing of the reef fish, crabs, rays, and tropical schools of glowing fish.
Other activities in the area:
Snorkeling as well as world class fly-fishing and scuba diving on the second longest barrier reef in the world. Spelunking. Fishing. Mayan ruins. Cave Tubing, Zip Lining, Rain forest hikes in the Cockscomb Jaguar Reserve.
You'll be delighted by:
The spectacular beaches. The sunrise and sunset. The herons in the morning, the hummingbirds, the lush gardens and flowers, the fresh seafood, the Maya Mountains, the friendly people... and so much more.
Call us TOLL FREE 1-877-458-7580 for "LAST MINUTE" SPECIALS
The Maine Stay does not accept responsibility or assume any liability for failure to provide services due to delays or changes by airline, illness, weather or any other act over which we have no control. International travel insurance recommended.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 100 channels
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: And, if you like, we will stock groceries and beverages for your arrival. See the FAQ page.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: full size... and we will stock with groceries and beverages for your arrival.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony: porch
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Beachfront: 400 feet of sandy beach and palm trees.
- Mountain View: Sunset on the Maya Mountains with thatch covered palapas and swings in our lagoon marina.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Local and in-country calls included.
- Broadband Internet: Free
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free
- Other Amenities
- DVD/CD Player, bicycles. Each of the two Cabanas in the Suite have a king bed. There are also two wide single futon beds and a large futon sofa double bed. All the sleeping arrangements can be "re-arranged" to accomodate guests needs
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly: fenced yard
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Spelunking
- Other Activities
- Cave Tubing, Zip-Line Tours, Maya Ruin tours, Butterfly farms, and tour the famous "ATM" cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal) in San Ignacio.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
RATES AS LOW AS $39/nt/P/P (based on party of 4 in low season)
$1095/week (Jun 1-Oct 31)
$1395/week (Nov 1-May 31)-3 night minimum
$1695/week (Dec 15-Jan 15), 7 night minimum
NO SERVICE CHARGE. 9% Belize Hotel tax. 25% (non-refundable) deposit.
Full Payment required 60 days prior to stay. Full refund (minus deposit) if
cancellation received at least 45 days prior to arrival.
If 45 to 30 days prior 50% refund. If 30 days or less, no refund.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
The Maine Stay - Gorgeous Beach Cabana Suites
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Placencia
Although life-changing and initially a challenge, moving to Belize has been one of the best decisions that Karen and I have made in our lives together. Living on the Placencia Peninsula of Belize is the stuff that peoples dreams are made of... especially if you like tropical ocean breezes, great beaches, superb snorkeling and diving and some of the best fishing in the western hemisphere.
"As one of the last unspoiled places on earth, Belize offers travelers the richly rewarding authenticity they seek in a Caribbean getaway. Just a two-hour flight from the U.S., this tropical paradise is nestled between Mexico to the north and Guatemala to the west and south. For generations, the English-speaking people of Belize have demonstrated a commitment to preserving the country’s unique charms. Belize offers a land rich in natural beauty and steep in the history and culture of its Maya past. Renowned for having the second largest barrier reef in the world, Belize’s pristine waters, exotic marine and wildlife, lush unspoiled landscapes and superb diving truly make it Mother Nature’s Best Kept Secret."
The Unique Benefits at this Cabanas (two)
Placencia is a 17 mile long peninsula half way down the coast of Belize. It is known for the best beaches in Belize, diving around the nearby barrier reef, snorkeling on the beaches and Cayes, whale shark and manatee encounters, world class fly-fishing, and regular "rod and reel" ocean fishing, access to great Mayan Ruin tours, the fabulous hiking and tubing at the Jaguar Preserve where you will also hear and may see howler monkeys. Another popular day trip is Monkey River.
The central location of the peninsula is key to it's popularity. Although "laid back," Placencia has much to offer. There are many good places to enjoy restaurants and great food on the peninsula, from first class resorts, to funky beach bars. There are lots of restaurants and shops both in Placencia Village and elsewhere along the peninsula. All of these are easy to get to either by taxi, your own rental vehicle or our complimentary bicycles. You'll find tons of stuff to do. In fact it is usually hard for our guests to cram everything they want to do in a week!
Owner's Map of Placencia
In the spring of 2001, I spent 4 months on sabbatical leave working as a volunteer in a clinic in Punta Gorda, Belize.
I had been to Belize very briefly in 1985, on my way to do relief work in El Salvador after a big earthquake. Since then I had always wanted to go back to Belize and really explore it... and this was the perfect opportunity. During my 4 months working in the Hillside Clinic in Punta Gorda, I had weekends free to travel around and check out this small Central American country.
Although we had no intention of doing ANYTHING of the sort, we ended up buying property on the Placencia Peninsula. For 3 years, we came down to our beach every few months and stayed in Cabanas we had built. These cabanas soon took on a "life of their own," and we started renting them out to friends & co-workers. So, The Maine Stay was born and continues to delight us and our guests. The Placencia Peninsula has continued to build infrastructure and amenities. Paving of the road between The Maine Stay and Placencia Village is now complete.
I officially "retired" mid 2004 and have been here full time since. Karen came down full time late in 2004 and although retired from full-time work, continues her part-time consulting in health care. The wonders of high speed internet communications!
The lagoon land (that happened to come along with the purchase of our 400 feet of beach front) has become Kokomo... our 7 acre gated community with 28 lots, marina and canal. These are selling well and new construction is ongoing. The beach cabanas "almost" take care of themselves, but it has been a very large expenditure in energy, time and money to get the Kokomo community developed. We just thought we were "retired!"
Property Photos
- Cabanas - Belize Lodging
- Pier - Belize Lodging
- King bed - Belize Lodging
- Deck / Cabanas
- Full kitchen
- Moonrise on our pier
- Awesome deck
- delightful beach yard
- Sunset - Maya Mountains
- Bathroom
- It's a great day!
- Go fir it!
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