Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village

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A pool with a view of the sea, palm trees, and a thatched-roof structure.
A hotel room with a wooden bed, a painting on the wall, a view of the outdoors, and a wicker chair.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a beach and the sea.
A living room with a television, sofas, and wicker furniture.
A two-story beachfront property with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy beach, and several palm trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill

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Placencia, Stann Creek District

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Placencia

Located in Placencia, this villa is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Placencia Beach and Maya Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.
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Placencia, Stann Creek District

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Landshark Bar & Grille
  • ‪The Shak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Omars Creole Grub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Inky’s 19th Hole Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village on 7 Sept 2027 start from £3,412, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Island Beachfront Villa 1 Min From Village located?

Nestled on the beach, this Placencia villa is within a 10-minute walk of Placencia Pier and Placencia Beach. Seahorse Dive Center and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great staff, pool was the best to relax in, rooms are massive!! Would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
Thank you, David! So glad Island Time Gecko delivered. We really appreciate the recommendation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

this vacation was one of the best we have done

Our family of 9.(3 generations) had an amazing week at Island Time. The house is perfect for a bigger group with plenty of room, amenities, and fun. Everyone who helped us from Gecko Vacations was super nice, accommodating and made us feel special. We all agreed that this vacation was one of the best we have done. ????
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2026
Thank you, Leslie! Three generations all agreeing it was one of the best vacations yet, that's the highest compliment we could ask for! So glad Island Time was the perfect fit for your family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay

The property was fantastic and Jose, Julia and the entire staff were amazing, as a matter of fact we have already booked another stay for September.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
We're so happy to hear that you had such a fantastic experience and that the staff made such an impact on your stay. We can’t wait to welcome you back in September
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is absolutely gorgeous and has everything to offer. The description and pictures don’t do it justice. The staff was amazing and catered to our every need. The chef was top notch and kept our bellies full with great food. We highly recommend booking this property, especially when looking to be spoiled!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience, Kelly. We’re so pleased Island Time Gecko Villa and team exceeded your expectations. Sounds like you were truly pampered and that’s exactly what we aim for.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing time at the house.

Amazing time at the house. The crew were always on top of everything.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Thanksgiving!

What a great experience, 1st class all the way!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you for the kind words so great to hear!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Thanksgiving!

What a great experience, 1st class all the way!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Island Time is a Good Time

From the moment we walked in to the property, we were impressed. A beautiful space, with a fantastic staff who were always courteous and quick to help, even going out of their way to ensure the little details were taken care of. We definitely are keeping Gecko in mind for our next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island Time is a Good Time

From the moment we walked in to the property, we were impressed. A beautiful space, with a fantastic staff who were always courteous and quick to help, even going out of their way to ensure the little details were taken care of. We definitely are keeping Gecko in mind for our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2023
Thank you for kind words Michele. We look forward to seeing you in Placencia again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING STAY!

This house was perfect for our family trip to Belize! Juanito and the rest of the house staff were always available when we needed them and so friendly and easy to interact with. Our chef, Jonathan, prepared delicious and fresh meals and was able to accommodate our picky eaters. He did everything from preparing to serving to clean-up. This experience really enhanced our stay! We loved being able to use the kayaks and paddle boards and the pools were a great way to cool off during the day. We would book this place over and over again and highly recommend staying here for a trip to Belize!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review and allowing us to be a part of your Belize experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything work out great, actually better than expected

If anything I’d say That the pictures of the house rooms doesn’t give it justice, the rooms and the kitchen and living space are bigger in reality. We were all positivly surprised over how spacious it was!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
So great to hear Annika! Hope to see you in Placencia again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great, actually better than expected!

If anything I’d say That the pictures of the house rooms doesn’t give it justice, the rooms and the kitchen and living space are bigger in reality. We were all positively surprised over how spacious it was! Sat, Dec 30 – Sat, Jan 6, 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A True Vacation

I grew up at a beach and have visited countless beaches across the world. This was my 1st Vacation feeling truly on vacation! As a wife, Mom and working full-time I often just keeping going--- finding something to do, clean, or put away. With the Chef, Daily Housekeeper and Boat Driver I was able to completely relax. We loved the pier, clear water, paddle boards, kayaks and pool table! We will certainly be back to visit!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodation!!

This was overall THE best place! The staff were very accommodating and friendly (Juanito, Cindy and Julia). The house was stocked with everything we requested for groceries and such. Gecko Island Time was large and spacious and easily accommodated eight people. The meals cooked by Chef Julia were fantastic and the grounds and house were kept immaculate on a daily basis by Juanito and Cindy. Juanito was at our beck and call and just a phone call or text away. The concierge, Heidi, responded promptly to all my inquiries prior to our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words Stephanie! We would love to see you in Placencia again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolute heaven on earth!!!

Every second of every day was absolute paradise!!! The house itself is GORGEOUS! So much space for our group of 8. Juanito & Abner were so helpful & professional; they immediately took care of ANY request. Kenton’s meals were INCREDIBLE & he was SOOOOO hospitable. Sonya kept our entire house spotless (I truly was spoiled with the daily laundry service) & she was very friendly to all of us. The ferry to/from the main dock was super convenient & always dependable. We truly loved all the amenities—the hut covered dock, the kayaks, the paddle boards, everything was just perfect! Thank you for giving us a dream vacation!! We have raved to all of our friends how wonderful our time was!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing vacation with exceptional service!

We just spent the best week at Island Time Gecko! From the moment we arrived until we left, the staff that helped us with everything were incredible. Jose was our caretaker and boat captain, and he felt like family by the end of our trip. He was so thoughtful and made our experience so personal. Things like leaving coconuts with straws in them for us to drink, taking us to the canal bar and on a sunset cruise to helping with the kids on paddle boards, etc. He was very social and answered all of our questions. Maria was a pleasure to speak with and she kept our place clean and tidy. Salvador cooked us wonderful meals that gave us a taste of some traditional, local fare. Heidy was really helpful setting up the trip and excursions and she checked in to make sure everything was going well during the week. The house was a great setup for our group, and each bedroom was large with it's own bathroom. The backyard is gorgeous and we used the pool as well as the dock everyday. There is a little wear and tear on the house but overall it was in good condition and a beautiful place to stay. We would definitely go back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was incredible, and perfect for four couples to enjoy! The pools were perfect, and the dock was a great place to watch for wildlife. We absolutely loved it and would book again. The best part was the staff - they were friendly and helpful, and took such great care of us. The chef-prepared meals were delicious, and we enjoyed every bite. Thank you for such a wonderful experience in Placencia!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the home was perfect for your group and that you enjoyed the pools, dock, and beautiful wildlife. We’re especially happy that our staff made you feel so well cared for and that you loved the chef-prepared meals. We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back to Placencia!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location. Service. Accommodation all excellent

We had our family is 8 plus three infants at island time Gecko this past week. The house worked really Well For us. The hosts were super accommodating. From boats trips over to the mainland when we wanted to amazing meals. The beach is lovely. The dock is the best place to be in the morning. It’s shady and you can watch all the fish in the water. We saw dolphins and stingrays and birds from the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Beautiful home and surroundings, but what made our stay the best was the care we received from Jim and Maria!! Excellent food, excellent care. Such a lovely couple. The house was big and the rooms were wonderful. And the view...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation!

The house was perfect! Island Time Gecko had everything out 2 families, 4 adults & 4 teens, needed for a fun & relaxing week in Placencia. Pool, the dock with a hammock, kayaks, paddle boards & Jim & Maria to cook. It was A+++
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This property is simple amazing

Everything was just as pictured. The housekeeper does an excellent job. Our chef prepared our meals which were delicious. The boat captain was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We just returned from a week at Island Time. We had such a good stay. We wanted family time so spent most of the week enjoying the house - 2 pools, on the beach and just a quick boat ride away from Placencia. Sunsets every night were beautiful. The local restaurants were great (Barefoot, Rumfish, Tipsy Tuna, Chachis). But the highlight were Jim and Maria. Jim is a chef and all of our meals were fantastic (3 meals a day for 3 days). The last night we were there, the kids had gone deep sea fishing and caught a variety of fish (barracuda, crab, lobster) - Jim offered to make a seafood curry over rice - soooo good. He was also our "captain" so took us to and from town whenever we needed, along with his co-captain, Kurt (his son :)). Maria was there every morning making our beds, cleaning, etc. We were so pampered and loved every minute. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing place to stay

We chose this vacation for a couples trip for my husband’s 50th birthday. It was all we wanted and more. Jim and Maria are truly accommodating and work very hard to make every request possible. We really hope to make another visit within the next year and plan to stay at Island Time 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay at Placencia Caye

Jim and Maria were our host family. They were amazing and bent over backwards to ensure our stay was as perfect as possible. From taking us to town, to cooking, cleaning, advising us on the way it works there in the village...everything! Just a couple of notes for anyone who is interested 1) if you want to snorkel call Ocean Motion, and do the full day. Do it early in your trip because it is likely you will want to go again. I suggest bringing your own mask. Get one before you leave as it makes a huge difference. They rent all the gear...but you don't want to miss anything! also, bring money as the last stop for the day is swimming with the rays and sharks and turtles. You stop at a local fishing boat and can buy conch and lobsters straight from the guys... amazing! 2) resupply days are tuesdays and fridays in the village. At the veggie stand you can get fresh veggies but go early, it sells out fast. Also, look for the Amish selling veggies on the street across from Omar's (or close) they have awesome produce. 3) you don't need to exchange any money. The locals give you a better exchange rate than you will ever get at the bank or exchange shop. 2 belizian dollars is one american. 4) it is expensive in Placencia. Expect to pay american prices for just about everything. 5) Jim and Maria are great cooks and do a better job than ALL of the restaurants in town! they are a fantastic resource for you. 6) Bring bug spray...and I mean it! if it rains the "no see UMs" will get you and the bite lasts a long time. Itchy and bumpy...try to use coconut oil all over your skin and spray bug spray on top of that. I found that to work well. 7) there is a TON of wildlife...manatees, rays, herons, egrits, and if you get out to cockscomb howler monkeys, toucans, and scarlet macaws among other things can be seen. The waterfall was amazing on the way to Ben's Bluff.... well worth the hike. Make sure to buy your gifts at the Mayan store outside of cockscomb as the prices are very reasonable and the items are made by the mayans there. 8) remember to tip Jim and Maria big! They do it all for you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Amazing

We had an amazing time. Everything from the help getting in after a day of flight delays, amazing house, beautiful location, superb meals by Jim, awesome excursions with captain Jak’s, swimming with sharks and sea turtles, the friendly people in Placencia. I could go on and on. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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