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Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away.
Holiday home in Benque Viejo Del Carmen with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Benque Viejo del Carmen, Cayo
- Place, Five Sisters Falls
- Place, Big Rock Waterfalls
- Place, Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins48 min drive
- Airport, San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Cedar Suite
1 Double Bed
Mahogany Suite
1 Queen Bed
Negusta Suite
1 Double Bed
Santa Maria Suite
1 King Bed
Studio Suite
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 3
Lower Room - Shared
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Santa Maria Private
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away.
The Casa Santa Maria is a 3,000 sq. ft. retreat, located in an Eco-village on the Macal River features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, full kitchen, and an optional full meal plan. The house is powered by solar energy and has eco friendly water and septic systems. The property requires 4 wheel drive vehicle to access, but our manager can coordinate all local tours including ruins, horseback riding, Pontoon Boat excursions, etc.
Bedrooms include a Master (queen), Main Floor (queen), Studio (queen) and two lower floor hotel rooms (double). The house features two outdoor covered decks and a jungle view to the Macal River.
The Eco-village features a number of trails, gardens and look out locations of the Mayan Mountains.
Bedrooms include a Master (queen), Main Floor (queen), Studio (queen) and two lower floor hotel rooms (double). The house features two outdoor covered decks and a jungle view to the Macal River.
The Eco-village features a number of trails, gardens and look out locations of the Mayan Mountains.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 1:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Benque Viejo Del Carmen
Benque Viejo Del Carmen is home to this holiday home. Macal River and Che Chem Ha reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Belize Botanic Gardens and Belize Botanical Gardens.

Benque Viejo del Carmen, Cayo
What's nearby
- Xunantunich Mayan Ruins - 45 min drive - 22.5 km
- Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 48 min drive - 33.2 km
- Green Iguana Conservation Project - 49 min drive - 33.9 km
- San Ignacio Market - 50 min drive - 34.3 km
- Belize Botanical Gardens - 58 min drive - 31.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Five Sisters Restaurant - 89 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jim Hagen - Owner, On-site Manager - Walter Browning

I'm a professional photographer in Canada. I'm a retired Sports Administrator/Marketing Director which included professional sports, university and the amateur sporting world.
Why they chose this property
I have developed the property as a "Creative Retreat" for artists, photographers and writers. Once construction was completed we had rental demands from many friends and visitors, thus we started to rent.
What makes this property unique
The property is located in the Belizean Rainforest and is truly off the grid. We are located in the Cayo District and have several excellent activities for guests. Our neighbour provides guided horseback riding tours and also day trips on the Macal River on a Pontoon Boat. The Macal River offers three waterfalls and swimming holes, etc. We also have a groomed trail from the house to the Macal River, were we also have a 16' canoe.
Languages:
English
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