Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool!

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A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A modern interior with a high ceiling, large windows overlooking the sea, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a patio with outdoor furniture.
A spacious living area with a large gray sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a beige armchair. There is a dining area with a long table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the ocean.
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, white exterior, and a balcony overlooking the pool.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Placencia Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Placencia
  • Place, Placencia Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Placencia Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Jaguar Bowling Lanes
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Placencia (PLJ)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Placencia

Located in Placencia Village, a neighbourhood in Placencia, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Placencia Beach and Maya Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Placencia

What's nearby

  • Seahorse Dive Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Placencia Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Placencia Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jaguar Bowling Lanes - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Maya Beach - 25 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landshark Bar & Grille - ‬107 min drive
  • ‪The Shak - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Omars Creole Grub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Inky’s 19th Hole Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Placencia Village villa is within a 15-minute walk of Seahorse Dive Center and Placencia Beach. Placencia Pier and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 18 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Placencia was truly exceptional. The house was beautiful, exceptionally well maintained, and even more impressive in person. Every detail was thoughtfully cared for, and the phenomenal location and pool area made it the perfect place to relax and enjoy time together as a family.What made our experience especially memorable, however, was the wonderful Gecko Vacation Rentals team. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and helpful throughout our stay. Their warmth and outstanding service made us feel completely at home.We were genuinely sad to leave and are already looking forward to returning soon. We cannot recommend this beautiful home or the Gecko team highly enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Spacious 4-Bed Villa in Placencia Village w/ Pool! on 16 Oct 2026
Thank you so much, Andres! We’re delighted Sand Castle Vista felt even better in person, and that the pool and location made it such a relaxing stay for your family. Hearing that our Gecko team made you feel at home is the best part of our job and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. We appreciate the wonderful recommendation!
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10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable stay

Sand Castle Vista is a beautiful property with every amenity of home. It is very well kept and is obvious that the owner takes pains to keep it in tip top shape. The only glitch we had was the hot tub never got over 91 degrees no matter what we tried. Justin took care of the outside and Victoria kept us cleaner than clean and welcomed us with wonderful hospitality. We had Omar the chef cook for us for 3 days and the food was amazing. We fished, hunted for lobster, visited the Monkey River, swam with a loggerhead turtle, ray, and nurse sharks. The golf cart was useful for getting around to eat and explore. We enjoyed the burgers and tacos at Rumfish and the ice cream at Chill Point (Nutella and Salted Carmel our favs). We went during slow season, so we just booked when we got there and had no problems. All in all a good trip with new memories of good times with family and friends!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2026
Thank you, Jenifer! We’re so glad Sand Castle Vista felt like home, and that Justin, Victoria, and Chef Omar made the stay so comfortable and delicious. Thank you for sharing your experience, and for the note about the hot tub, we’ll have the team take a look.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was definitely a splurge, but we had an amazingly wonderful time! It was fabulous, we enjoyed having the private pool and beach area- used multiple times every day and all the other included bonuses were great too!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience, Rebecca. We're so glad to hear that your stay at Sand Castle Vista was such a wonderful one. It’s great to know you made the most of the amenities and had such an enjoyable time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, service, home, amenities!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Belize vacay

We loved the house and entire property, it’s beautiful and well taken care of, our weather wasn’t the best but Victoria and the staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was great !!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
Thank you, Diann! We’re so glad you loved Sand Castle Vista and the property overall. We’d love to welcome you back for sunshine next time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Property

We have been staying at Gecko properties since 2019. This is our 6th vacation, and rank this as one of your best property. The location, proximity to central Placencia , and the privacy makes it a perfect vacation home. This was our second experience with Chef Kenton, and expected all his meals were excellent. Victoria, thank you for all you did. Always pleasant, you kept our place spotless . Our maintenance guy was very helpful, and responsive to any issues that arose. Unlike the other properties, we were disappointed that this property did not come with a golf cart. It cost us an additional $375 to rent one for the week. It would be nice if this could be included in the cost. I found the concierge service to be lacking after arriving at the property.. We received no proactive periodic check ins after arriving at the property. This has been a common complaint of mine., and there haven’t been any improvements in this area. Thank you Gecko you delivered again
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2026
Thank you, Rupert and Gwen, and welcome back for your sixth stay with us! We're so glad Sand Castle Vista ranks among your favorites, and that Chef Kenton and Victoria continue to deliver such a great experience. Just a bit of context on a couple of your notes: our concierge team focuses on getting everything arranged before you arrive, so once you're safely checked in, we intentionally step back so you can enjoy your vacation without interruption, but please know they're always just a call or text away if anything comes up. As for the golf cart, Sand Castle Vista's location right in the village means most places are an easy walk, which is why it's not included there the way it is at our properties further from town. That said, we'll gladly pass your feedback along to the team to see if it's something we can revisit. Thank you again for your continued loyalty over the years, it means a great deal to us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Property

This property was absolutely gorgeous and located near the heart of Placencia. All of the staff (chef, caretaker and house keeping) were amazing). We have stayed at many Gecko properties, and while we have loved all of them, this was probably our favorite property. I would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you for the wonderful feedback Nelson! We're thrilled to hear that Sand Castle is your favorite Gecko Property. It's always a pleasure having you stay with us, and we truly appreciate your continued support and loyalty!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Already planning our return trip

We had such an amazing stay at Sand Castle Vista! This home has everything you could want and is close to restaurants, shopping and town. Gecko vacations made things so easy and were only a message away if we had questions or needed anything. The home rental came with a private chef and full time housekeeper who were amazing!! Already planning our return trip????????
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
We’re so glad to hear you had such an amazing stay at Sand Castle Vista. It’s great to hear that the property's location, amenities and our team made your trip even more enjoyable. We can't wait to welcome you back for your next visit, Sharee!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The heater went out on the pool. The fire pits on the pool did not work. Our hosts Jaun and Elda were fabulous!! The bathrooms upstairs did not have hot water, however. Overall it was a beautiful property and comfortable. I will highly recommend this property but there are some maintenance items that need attention.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thank you, Delyse! We appreciate your honest feedback and are glad you found Sand Castle Vista beautiful and comfortable. The staff will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We’ll make sure the maintenance issues are addressed so future stays are flawless!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This house is beautiful, spacious, and had everything except Kleenex. The views are very beautiful, the pool and heated spa was very relaxing and a short walk to town. Only negative was the dirt road when it rained.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We met friends from the opposite coast for a week at this lovely home. The host, house assistant/maid, yard/pool man, and chef were a dream! Communication was immediate while we were down there and fluid prior to. People were so unbelizably nice! We felt safe and so relaxed. Each of the three rooms felt private and the sane luxury as the other. We enjoyed the views from the roof, the temperatures of the pool and hot tub. One of our friends fly fished from the water off the beach snd caught 3 barracuda. My husband and I kayaked in the lagoon off the front of the property and found a 4.5 foot boa in the cool mangroves! We loved it. We had massages in the house. Plus we loved being recommended to use Captain Jaks for tours. We did 3 day tours with them and wanted more!!! Our gold cart rental helped us easily get anywhere for dinners or running to a store. We are already planning our return with our kids. We are grateful for the stunning home and the amazing service!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Thank you, Emily! So glad Sand Castle Vista delivered on every front and you're already planning a return with the kids. That's the best kind of news. See you soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unbelievably perfect vacation with Gecko!!!

Unbelievably perfect vacation with Gecko!!! We stayed at Sand Castle Vista near the village and it was outstanding. The villa itself is beautiful- new and perfectly maintained, but what really sets Gecko Vacations apart are the people and service. We were pampered beyond expectation- chef, housekeeping, groundskeeping, concierge and everyone else on the Gecko staff - all were far above and beyond. We never had a want for anything. The staff worked so hard to make sure everything was perfect for us. The Villa, pool and beach were meticulously maintained. Every meal our chef made was fantastic - we asked for several of his recipes which he gladly shared. The response to any question or request was quick and thorough. This was our third time vacationing with Gecko and we can’t wait until we can do so again.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
Thank you, Amy! We truly appreciate your continued trust in Gecko Vacations and are so glad Sand Castle Vista delivered another memorable stay. It means a lot to hear how much you enjoyed the villa, the care taken throughout the property, and our Gecko team. We’d love to welcome you back again for a fourth stay whenever Belize calls.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Highly Recommend!

Our stay at Sandcastle Villa was a 5-star experience! Check-in with Dustin was smooth, thorough, and very informative. The villa itself was stunning, with ultra-plush beds that made for an incredibly comfortable stay. The housekeeper was both friendly and helpful, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. Despite some rain during our trip, we still enjoyed the fantastic amenities. Sandcastle Villa is the perfect spot for anyone seeking a quiet retreat that’s close enough to the village to explore, but tucked away for peace and tranquility. We highly recommend it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Waterfront Property

Sand castle is as the pictures show, spacious, clean, modern with every convenience available. Pool and hot tub were very clean and well maintained, the grounds were meticulously maintained. If you’re looking for a home away from home stay here. All of this can’t happen without the staff, making it a worry less vacation and had taken care of all our needs during the stay!! Forgive the spelling error for names if any, Tatianna our house keeper kept everything immaculate from common areas to individual rooms and was very helpful with answering questions we had. Johnny our chef had everything prepared and taken care of so we had no worries for meals. Justin for yard and pool maintenance had everything super clean and ready to enjoy for all outdoor activities. If you’re looking for a worry free stay you’ll find Sand Castle Vista the ideal stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Darryl! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Sand Castle Vista and that our team helped make it a truly relaxing experience. Tatianna, Johnny, and Justin will be delighted to know their efforts made a difference. We’d love to welcome you back for another worry-free getaway at one our Gecko Vacation Properties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

The house was beautiful, spacious, and had everything we needed except Kleenex. The roof top deck was perfect for sunsets. The housekeeper and chef were amazing and took very good care of us. We were a little disappointed that no one was at the house to welcome us when we arrived. The pool, heated spa, and beach were very relaxing. We found the people of Belize to be very warm and welcoming. You just cannot go wrong with this property!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The villa of my dreams!

My friends and I were blown away by the property from the moment we arrived in front! Tatiana, our housekeeper, was there to greet us with the warmest smile on her face. Every detail of of the villa felt so well thought out - from the faucets to wash our sandy feet by the beach to all the utensils and appliances that made our stay even more comfortable. When we weren't enjoying the incredible interior, we were soaking up the Caribbean sun in the gorgeous pool, tanning on the beach or taking full advantage of the paddleboards and kayaks. We weren't even out of Placencia yet and already ready to go back! Sand Castle, you'll be seeing us again????
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Three-Stories of Sleek, Seafront Luxury

Sand Castle Vista is sleek and striking—exactly as expected. On arrival, Tatiana walked us through what to expect (including the small luxuries like daily housekeeping and grounds maintenance!), doubling as our first representation of Gecko and Belizean hospitality: wide-armed and warm. At three stories, this chic coastal bolthole was complete with views of the Caribbean Sea, regardless of which room you wake up in, with the fairy-light stringed rooftop offering 360-degree vistas of the peninsula. Sure, the walkout verandas from each bedroom felt like a villa within a villa, but our grown-up group was giddy at the sight of four bunk beds central between upstairs’ two masters, which I’d imagine would make this perfectly set up for a multi-gen stay. Airy and loft-style, this open-plan living space is both elegant and modern, but the real pull was just beyond the all-window water-facing wall: a glass-walled private pool (submerged bar stools included!), jacuzzi, water-sport toys, and of course, the Caribbean Sea. Perfectly set up for a week of play, the sea’s edge was the place to be; we even took full advantage by SUP boarding and kayaking at sunrise, with corn hole at sunset. It’s a stone’s throw from the action but feels like secluded havens far from the buzz of the Village, which I discovered was maybe an 8-minute walk to the strip/sidewalk after venturing out to a local cafe. Personal touches—from outdoor speakers and locally crafted Belizean wooden decor to included laundry service—create a feeling of exclusivity that sets Gecko’s Sand Castle Vista far apart from your typical vacation rental. Despite having neighbors, this was incredibly private. Check in, and you’ll be forgiven for thinking that, eventually, there’s a check-out time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cannot stop daydreaming about this place!

Two weeks after our stay, and Sand Castle is still the stuff of my daydreams. This stunning three-story home is modern elegance and comfort, creating a space that's both visually striking and livable. The heart of the home lies in its breathtaking floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a visual panorama that seamlessly blends the sparkling pool with the water beyond. Each room boasts its own private balcony - a thoughtful touch that provides intimate spaces for morning coffee or quiet time away from the common areas below. Despite accommodating large groups, Sand Castle never feels crowded, thanks to high ceilings that magnify the sense of space and freedom. The ground floor is a social butterfly's playground, practically begging to host everything from casual cookouts to lively beachfront gatherings (which we gave into quite willingly). A fully-equipped kitchen stands ready, while the deck area offers a BBQ pit and an array of beach games. Kayaks and paddleboards await, ensuring that boredom is simply not an option here. As the day winds down, the rooftop is the place to be. Whether you're toasting the sunset or engaging in a spirited game of pickleball, the possibilities are endless. For those rare moments when you feel the urge to explore outside the house, the charming town center is a mere five-minute drive away. Tatiana, our gracious host, elevated the experience with offers of laundry and cleaning services, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in vacation mode. (Thank you!) Writing this review has rekindled my desire to return, as the memories created at Sand Castle were nothing short of extraordinary. Gecko Homes has set a new standard with this property, leaving us reluctant to consider any other rentals. Sand Castle doesn't just meet expectations - it soars far beyond them, creating an experience that stays in the heart long after checkout.
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