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Gladden Private Island - The Most Private Island in the World!!
Villa on the beach, with outdoor pool
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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 43000 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Gladden Private Island - The Most Private Island in the World!!
A swirl of turquoise and aquamarine lagoons cradle Gladden, an island fringed with coral and white sand in the heart of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System. This island jewel harbors your own private sanctuary, a casually elegant villa designed for just one couple, with the all-inclusive service of a luxury resort. There is a second master suite should you wish to share Gladden with friends or family. Our staff resides unseen on the smaller island behind the guest island across the Gladden lagoon, ready to respond to any request at a moment’s notice. A “privacy meter” indicates if a member of the team is on the main island for any reason, because we want our guests to feel free to be themselves. There are no other neighbors – it’s just you and the views.
While you’re ensconced in our casually luxurious 3,000-square-foot villa, you’ll never spot a neighbor. But you will be greeted with stunning views from every room. Stand in the entryway and let your eyes wander across the swimming pool to the coral reef beyond. Slip into the master suite, a soothing enclave of dark woods complemented by wide windows overlooking the ocean. Climb to the roof terrace to soak up the sun and bask in the panorama of aquamarine lagoons as far as the eye can see.
Dine on local specialties prepared by a roster of guest chefs from celebrated kitchens around the world. Swim with whale sharks at nearby Gladden Spit, one of the few places where these gentle giants congregate each spring. Book a spa treatment or boat charter through your personal concierge.
While most private island experiences require jetting to the far reaches of the globe, Gladden Private Island delivers the natural beauty and tranquility of a Polynesian atoll with a minute travel time of less than four hours from Miami.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Helicopter transfer on arrival from Belize City to the island for stays of 7 nights or more.
Domestic Flights for all guests (Belize City to Placencia/Placencia to Belize City)
Speed boat transfers from and to the island.
Exclusive use of the entire island.
All meals prepared by your personal chef.
Wine, champagne and spirits.
Personal concierge services.
Personal boat and boat captain
Personal fishing and snorkeling guide
Massages and spa treatments.
Housekeeping
Internet/Wifi.
Use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear and all other sporting equipment.
One half day of diving
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Wine, champagne and spirits from our reserve list.
Additional mainland excursions
Gratuity for the island team
While you’re ensconced in our casually luxurious 3,000-square-foot villa, you’ll never spot a neighbor. But you will be greeted with stunning views from every room. Stand in the entryway and let your eyes wander across the swimming pool to the coral reef beyond. Slip into the master suite, a soothing enclave of dark woods complemented by wide windows overlooking the ocean. Climb to the roof terrace to soak up the sun and bask in the panorama of aquamarine lagoons as far as the eye can see.
Dine on local specialties prepared by a roster of guest chefs from celebrated kitchens around the world. Swim with whale sharks at nearby Gladden Spit, one of the few places where these gentle giants congregate each spring. Book a spa treatment or boat charter through your personal concierge.
While most private island experiences require jetting to the far reaches of the globe, Gladden Private Island delivers the natural beauty and tranquility of a Polynesian atoll with a minute travel time of less than four hours from Miami.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Helicopter transfer on arrival from Belize City to the island for stays of 7 nights or more.
Domestic Flights for all guests (Belize City to Placencia/Placencia to Belize City)
Speed boat transfers from and to the island.
Exclusive use of the entire island.
All meals prepared by your personal chef.
Wine, champagne and spirits.
Personal concierge services.
Personal boat and boat captain
Personal fishing and snorkeling guide
Massages and spa treatments.
Housekeeping
Internet/Wifi.
Use of kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear and all other sporting equipment.
One half day of diving
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Wine, champagne and spirits from our reserve list.
Additional mainland excursions
Gratuity for the island team
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Amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
No events are allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: No events are allowed
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Placencia
Located in Placencia, this villa is on the beach. Blue Marlin Dock is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Belize Barrier Reef and Little Water Caye. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

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About the host
Hosted by Chris Krolow
David Keener, CEO of Vision Properties, a successful entrepreneur and developer, and Chris Krolow, CEO of Private Islands Inc and Executive Producer and Host of HGTV's Island Hunters combed the earth to find the most private island for their next project. They took a flight over the most vibrant, picturesque part of the world’s second-largest barrier reef and spotted Gladden Caye 20 miles northeast of Placencia, Belize. The aerial views of white sands popping against turquoise sea were breathtakingly beautiful, but it was the second, smaller island behind Gladden that truly caught their eye.
Chris Krolow purchased this villa in 2015
Chris Krolow purchased this villa in 2015
Why they chose this property
Some private island vacation opportunities offer a single home on an island for the ultimate in solitude, but they require either self-catering or intrusive staff. Others provide impeccable service in a resort setting, yet no matter how spread out the bungalows, there are still other guests, staff and maintenance crews on the grounds. David and Chris immediately realized that Gladden Caye delivered the solution they were searching for: a main island for a single villa and a smaller island that could make the staff accessible yet invisible. The project was constructed with all support structures on the smaller island hidden from sight-lines of the main house, and there are no neighbors to be seen in any direction, making Gladden Caye the most private island resort experience in the world – a short flight from most major cities in the US and Canada.
What makes this property unique
All inclusive: All meals prepared by a gourmet chef, all beverages including wine and champagne, all activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, spa treatments, transfers from and to Belize City. Included in the price for a 7 day stay is a one-way 35 minute helicopter transfer over the barrier reef directly to Gladden.
-Transfers within Belize included in the rate-
By Helicopter:
Included in a 7+ night stay (starting from USD 2,000 one way for stays less than 7 nights)
A Gladden representative will meet you at customs and take you directly to the helicopter where you will be whisked away over the Belize Barrier Reef and land directly on Gladden 35-40 minutes later. This is truly an amazing experience and will save you a few hours of traveling.
Maya Air:
Your regional flights from Belize City to Placencia are included in the rate and booked through us. When you arrive in Placencia you will be escorted by a Gladden representative directly to Gladden by speed boat which takes between 40 and 50 minutes.
-Transfers within Belize included in the rate-
By Helicopter:
Included in a 7+ night stay (starting from USD 2,000 one way for stays less than 7 nights)
A Gladden representative will meet you at customs and take you directly to the helicopter where you will be whisked away over the Belize Barrier Reef and land directly on Gladden 35-40 minutes later. This is truly an amazing experience and will save you a few hours of traveling.
Maya Air:
Your regional flights from Belize City to Placencia are included in the rate and booked through us. When you arrive in Placencia you will be escorted by a Gladden representative directly to Gladden by speed boat which takes between 40 and 50 minutes.
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