Rent a Room or Entire Better in Belize Rainforest Eco Lodge Cayo, Belize
About the property
- Lodge1772 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms5
- Sleeps11
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Minimum StayNone
5 Bedrooms For Rent- (Sleeps 11 guests) Rainforest, waterfalls, caves and more
Come stay in a jungle eco-lodge in Cayo, Belize! Five bedrooms to rent and we can accommodate up to 11 guests.
Our Belize jungle eco-lodge is located in Better in Belize EcoVillage, 10 ½ miles southeast of the village of Benque Viejo del Carmen in the Cayo District in Western Belize. Close to the twin towns of San Ignacio and Santa Elena in the Cayo District, this belize home rental is ideal for those adventure seekers!
The Toucan House is named for the toucans that roost in the rainforest canopy above our Belize rainforest lodge. We deliver "off-the-charts-charm factor"!
Nestled in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, this Belize vacation home rental offers a “super natural” environment including the opportunity to:
-vacation in an “off-grid” Belize jungle home!
-participate in watersports on the vibrant Macal River!
-enjoy water access to 3 magical Belize waterfalls!
-hike epic trails and wildlife corridors!
-savor incredible bird watching opportunities!
-view and experience the wildlife in our 130-acre Belize rainforest community including anteaters, armadillos, Blue Morpho butterflies, howler monkeys, kinkajous, tapirs, wild parrots and more!
-visit our Belize permaculture gardens and food forests!
-kick back, relax and breathe in our fresh rainforest air!
Come stay in a really cool off-grid home in a land of adventure and magic – The Toucan House at Better in Belize EcoVillage!
LODGING:
This Belize vacation home rental offers a 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom eco-lodge that can accommodate up to 11 guests.
Our Belize rainforest retreat in Better in Belize EcoVillage is entirely off-grid – with solar and rainwater catchment. Our wonderful caretaker and his family will be your hosts when you visit.
This Belize vacation rental offers guests a choice when renting. When you send in your rental inquiry, please specify how many bedrooms you want to rent.
Lower Level Belize Eco-Lodge (With separate entrances):
-1 Downstairs Bedroom with Queen-size Bed and Sink with Shared Outdoor (very modern) Bathroom/Shower;
-1 Downstairs Bedroom with Double bed with Single Bunk above and Sink with Shared Outdoor (very modern) Bathroom/Shower;
-1 Main floor Bedroom with Double bed with shared main floor bathroom;
-1 Main floor Bedroom with Double bed with shared main floor bathroom;
-1 Loft level bedroom with King-size bed (shared bathroom on main level).
MEAL PACKAGE:
There is a meal plan that comes with this Belize vacation rental at US$39/person/day which includes three meals with non-alcoholic beverages. Meals are enjoyed outdoors under the palapa-covered dining deck. Meal Plan optional if you are renting the entire house.
(PLEASE NOTE: We are not able to accommodate people with severe or life threatening food allergies or intolerances, e.g. peanut allergies, shellfish and gluten allergies).
LOCATION:
“We’re far from ordinary and close to San Ignacio!”
30 minutes from Benque Viejo del Carmen, Belize;
45 minutes from San Ignacio, Belize;
30 minutes from Xunantunich Mayan Ruins.
SPECIAL NOTES:
“Frommer’s Travel” voted Belize the #1 2015 International Travel Destination.
Please rent a 4-wheel drive vehicle as the road from Benque Viejo to Better in Belize EcoVillage is gravel - no Jeeps.
This is a perfect family vacation spot if you’re into a super natural environment showcasing the pristine and awesome wonders of a tropical rainforest. Super Belize vacation rental for winter-worn snowbirds or families in search of adventure year round!
Everyone needs a little tropical rainforest time.
Please note that our “Cancellation Policy” is no refunds for cancellations of bookings.
Owner
April Tremblay
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- May 23, 2018
Why April Tremblay chose San Ignacio
Unspoiled.. Unparalleled..Unbelievable.
What makes this Lodge unique
Better In Belize Eco Lodge is a lovely place to.......swing in a hammock.....eat a freshly picked mango.........enjoy the night sky like you've never seen it before.....set out on a hiking expedition to sight exotic birds, orchids and wildlife......head out down to the water to canoe or take a pontoon boat tour to one of the 3 glorious waterfalls close to us. Swim in the waterfalls for a sensational experience. Dine on our palapa-covered deck and be entertained by the howler monkeys !
Amenities
- Internet
- Fireplace
- Kids Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11
- Bedroom 11 double
- Bedroom 21 double, 1 bunk bed
- Bedroom 31 double
- Bedroom 41 double
- Bedroom 5 - Loft Bedroom1 king
- We can accommodate 11 guests.
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower, Also has urinal
- Bathroom 2toilet, shower, Modern Outdoor Bathroom Facility - very typical in Belize
- Main floor bedrooms use a shared bathroom. Lower floor bedrooms use a modern, outdoor facility that has a separate shower room.
Location Type
- RuralWe're tucked into 130 acres in the foothills of the Maya Mountains in Western Belize.
- VillageWe're 10.5 miles from the quaint Village of Benque Viejo del Carmen - with all its amenities (grocery stores; liquor store; banks; medical facilities; beauty salons; ATM; restaurants, etc.).
- Lake ViewClimb to the top of Rainbow's Roost - our Lanai in the Sky - and look out over the spectacular Macal River Valley! Track the howler monkeys and view the colourful parrots and toucans !
- LakefrontLocated on the banks of 5 1/2-mile Vaca Lake, a fabulous waterway offering 3 exclusive waterfalls! Super kayaking, canoeing and water sports! Pontoon boat tour available.
- Mountain View
- Water View
- WaterfrontEnjoy a picnic at our palapa-covered picnic area on the shores of Vaca Lake!
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Budget
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Meals
- Catering available
General
- Linens Provided
- FireplaceOutdoor Fire Pit.
- Parking
- InternetHigh-speed Internet available.
- Towels ProvidedPlease bring your own towels for outdoor use.
- Iron & Board
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Coffee Maker
- ToasterComal - a smooth, flat griddle typical in Central America.
- Dishes & Utensils
- KitchenThe Kitchen overlooks the tropical gardens and pathways along the side of the house. A door leads from the kitchen to the upper deck and down a few stairs to a palapa-covered dining deck.
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningPalapa-covered outdoor dining deck.
- comfy seating for 11 people
Entertainment
- Books
- GamesSome board games are available.
Outside
- Lawn / Garden
- Balcony
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions
- botanical garden
- restaurants
- ruins
- zoo
- festivals
Leisure Activities
- walking
- horseback riding
- eco tourism
- bird watching
- sight seeing
- scenic drives
- boating
- horseshoes
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- swimming
- fishing
- mountain biking
- hiking
- mountain climbing
- spelunking
- water tubing
- kayaking
Notes
- Please note that our Cancellation Policy is No Refunds for any Cancellation of Booking. We are not able to accommodate anyone with a severe food allergy such as nut, seafood or gluten allergies. Thank You!
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
17 Reviews
Latest reviews
Amazing time in the jungle!
My family and I went to Belize for just over a week. We spent several days on the beach and then headed to the jungle. While the beach was very relaxing, our stay at the Toucan House really made Belize come alive. It was truly a perfect time. There is so much to see and do. We were able to go caving, see the jungle life from the lake and experience the beauty of the water falls. Our hosts were fabulous! Robert and Christy knew exactly what we need even before we asked. Robert was a wealth of knowledge for our evenings of intrigue about Belize and its depth of culture while Christy quietly and graciously created lovely meals for us to enjoy. Thank you to all who made our lifelong dream of going to Belize come true! We will be back!!
Julie:
We loved having you and your family at the Toucan House in our Better in Belize Eco Village. Thank you for your positive feedback. So happy to hear that you enjoyed your adventure in the rainforest. You were wonderful guests to have and we welcome you to return!
Thanks,
April
Impressive hospitality!
Robert and Christy were excellent site managers and made our stay relaxed and stress free. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The common areas, especially the kitchen were not as clean as the rooms, but we were able to cook for ourselves easily with all the supplies and amenities we needed.
Magical!
Caretaker does not do justice to our attentive hosts. They were so helpful, personable and great tour guides. The sunset horse ride through the jungle was amazing on well trained horses with the well informed local host. They even escorted us to the local river 6 minutes away by 4 wheel drive.
The local tours were much more extensive and inviting than described on the site. The company was very helpful to assist our very large family with reservations, especially when we hit travel problems. We were pleasantly surprised to discover a kitchen on site for our use when we didn't order the meals service.
The treehouse is gorgeous with several comfy decks. Loved the hot showers. The library was well stocked with Belize travel and information guides. Would recommend it.
The only negative was that power was spotty after a rainy day but it returned when the sun rose. No air conditioning was an adjustment going to sleep.
We were very happy to have you and your extended family to our Better in Belize
Eco-Village. So glad you enjoyed the tours in the rainforest and you are welcome to return any time. Many thanks for being our guests!
April
Great family stay
My wife and children (ages 10 to 20) really enjoyed out stay. The area is very remote and peaceful. Our hosts were very welcoming and the area was great to explore w/ hiking trails, native birds, and swimming in the river. If we wanted to, we had a guide available for a more formal trip. We visited the Xunantunich Mayan ruins on the way out to the Eco-stay.
Richard:
We enjoyed having your family at the Toucan House in our Better in Belize Eco Village.
So happy that you enjoyed the hiking, swimming and native birds in the local area.
You are welcome to return any time in the future. Happy New Year.
April
An Absolute Eco-stay highlight of our Vacation
We enjoyed our stay very much; both Jorge and Daisy were great!! The food was outstanding. Daisy made some chef worthy vegetarian dishes that I wanted the recipe for to take back (even my husband loved them and he's not a vegetarian). It was really cool to hear the Howler monkeys and toucans from the lodge. Many thanks for recommending RObert with Jungle Splash Eco Tours as our many side trips were great too. The pontoon trip on the river near the lodge was really relaxing with several beautiful waterfalls. All the tour guides were top notched. All in all a wonderful vacation. Highly recommend to anyone wanting something off the beaten path.
Gail, it was a pleasure hosting you as our guests at the Toucan House Eco Lodge ! We are very happy that you enjoyed the waterfalls, howler monkeys and the local tours. Glad to hear you enjoyed the meals and we welcome you back any time. Many thanks for your lovely comments.
April
House out in the Belizean Jungle
We had a great time at the Toucan house! Jorge and his wife are so nice and were happy to tell us about the area and culture. It's quite a hike down to the river, but there's a waterfall right across from the kayaks that you can paddle over and hike in to. There's a rope swing over there too. Didn't see any toucans while we were there, but we heard the howler monkeys. The rooms are clean and cozy. It's far from town(~20 min drive) but we enjoyed being away from everyone!
Lori:
We are very happy to hear you both enjoyed yourselves at the Toucan House in our Better in Belize Eco Village. Thank you for your lovely review.
Location
Located in one of the world's greatest natural history locations! Ecologically and culturally diverse location, 10 miles from the historic Mayan Ruins of Xunantunich! Home to hundreds of species of birds and many species of exotic orchids! Wander through the organically-minded gardens; fruit orchards; head down to the dock/launching area for inner tubes to the waterfalls and the palapa picnic shelter. Wonderful activities in our area include: Bird watching; Inner tubing to the waterfalls; Caving; Hiking; Horseback Riding; Kayaking; Mountain Biking; Mountain Trekking; River-Rafting; Swimming; Tree-Climbing; Tubing; Visits to Mayan Ruins and Waterfalls and Zip lining!
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Cleaning fee is $ 25. per bedroom and this fee is taxable. Please note that our Cancellations Policy is no Refunds for Cancellation of Bookings. Also note that our prices for the Christmas Season and Thanksgiving are $ 199 US per night, per bedroom. There is a no-smoking policy in our House. Please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies. We are not able to provide meals for guests with a nut, dairy, shellfish or gluten allergy. We are able to accommodate vegetarians. Meal Plan is $ 39. per person, per day which includes three meals a day with non-alcoholic beverages which will be billed to you if you request the meal plan.