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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 13
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Maya Beach, Stann Creek District
Maya Beach
Place, Maya Beach
6 min walk
beach near Blair Atholl
Place, beach near Blair Atholl
13 min walk
beach near Plantation
Place, beach near Plantation
16 min walk
Placencia (PLJ)
Airport, Placencia (PLJ)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
1st Floor Front Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1st Floor Seaside Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room Sleeper sofa
1 Double Bed
Owner Suite
1 King Bed
Upstairs Bunk Room - Twin over double
1 Single Bunk Bed
Upstairs Second Owners Suite
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st Floor Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
1st Floor Seaside Bedroom Ensuite Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Owners Suite Ensuite Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Common Area Bathroom
Toilet
Upstairs Second Owners Suite Ensuite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef
Villa Tipsy Gecko is a magnificent large very open two story private waterfront beach house located directly on the Caribbean Sea in Placencia, Belize. Outstanding features radiate luxury and beauty throughout this exquisite 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath residence. (5th bedroom does not have its own bath, but a half bath across the hall) Home is meticulously maintained by full time onsite staff and very active owners that continue to invest in property and make improvements like the private pool on beach and access to large covered ocean pier, hammocks, and lounge chairs.
The main home is two stories consisting of over 4,000 sq ft of living area and covered patios directly over looking beach, and covered ocean pier. A great view over the lagoon and the Mayan Mountains can also be had from upstairs living area and bedroom.
Upstairs in the home you will find two owner bedroom suites each directly over looking the ocean that provide breathtaking views. Each owner suite includes a large private bathroom, balcony and huge walk in showers. A large living area and full size walk around bar, complete with 50' flat screen TV and private covered balcony are located between the two owner suites making an ideal setting for two couples to use the home at the same time. Another bedroom with a full/twin bunk bed set up, is also located upstairs. This bedroom does not have its own bath but there is a half bath across the hall.
The two remaining bedrooms are located on the first floor, each with its own private bath.
Cook dinner on the large outside gas grill and enjoy a local drink while relaxing under the fans on the large covered patio steps from the ocean. After dinner, enjoy a quiet private walk on the beach with no one around or retire upstairs to enjoy a drink at the large full walk around bar, complete with large flat screen TV, or sit on the adjacent large covered 2nd floor balcony.
Located just 1 mile north of Maya Beach. The home is uniquely located in upscale area that provides for a very private beach setting, yet it is close to fine dining and other upscale resorts in an exclusive section of Placencia, just 25 minute drive from Placencia Village and air strip.
Other features of the home include: Privacy Fence with driveway gate. Home is decorated, fully furnished and outfitted. Custom high end construction and finish out, all high end natural stone flooring throughout with no carpet in home. Main living areas are on the first floor so ideally for those not wanting to navigate stairs to get to the kitchen or living area. Beautiful property with Private pool, chef, pier access, beach equipment Home has use of a 150 foot covered ocean pier, private pool in back yard of home on beach. Home has access to lagoon.
Following items are INCLUDED with rental: CONCIERGE SERVICE DAILY MAID SERVICE 24 HOUR CARETAKER PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES (3 days included with weekly rental, cost of food and beverages not included) USE OF 6 SEAT GAS GOLF CART ONSITE LAUNDRY AND WASHING OF GUESTS CLOTHING BY ONSITE STAFF USE OF KAYAKS, PADDLEBOARDS, AND BICYCLES AT HOME TRANSFERS TO/FROM PLACENCIA AIRSTRIP WI-FI WITH HIGH SPEED INTERNET
Detached staff apartment and laundry room are located in separate building on the property.
Prior to your arrival, you will be sent an email to plan your menu and the chef will offer to pre-purchase any groceries you might like.
Bedroom Setup: Bedroom 1 First Floor - 1 Queen Bedroom 2 First Floor - 1 Queen Owner Suite 1 Second Floor - 1 King Owner Suite 2 Second Floor - 1 King Bedroom Second Floor - Full/Twin Bunk Bed Living Room First Floor - 1 Pull Out Sofa
1 Pack and Play (crib) and 1 Portable High Chair Booster Seat
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About the area
Placencia
Located in Placencia, this villa is in the mountains and on the beach. Inky's Mini Golf and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Placencia Beach and Maya Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Does Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef on 10 Jul, 2026 start from S$983, 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 Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa Tipsy Gecko - Belize 5 Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool and Chef located?
This Placencia villa is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Maya Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Placencia Beach and Silk Caye Beach. Inky's Mini Golf and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fantastic vacation home! Staff is wonderful and they take great care of you and the home. Highly recommend booking tours with Captain Jak's - we enjoyed their excursions.
It was wonderful! The house was perfect for creating family memories. The staff, attention to detail, and the ease of booking all the tours and logistics was top notch! Going to the Placencia hotel for the gym and pool worked well. We definitely would recommend!
The pool was great, clean and warm. House was great, although we should have gotten one more bedroom. Cleaning staff and chef were fantastic. Everyone in Belize was so friendly and helpful
This property is everything as advertised and more!Mabel and her staff are very attentive and quick to respond to any questions, concerns or issues. Very friendly and welcoming. Manuel was our Chef and having not to go to a restaurant, (and not wanting to because he kills it at breakfast, lunch and dinner!) really made this stay over the top relaxating!We can’t wait to go back. with the kids really made this
The five bedroom home was welcoming and extremely well appointed! The staff were outstanding and so helpful and friendly. We were served tempting tasty meals by Manuel and felt truly spoiled. The house is perfect for a couples retreat or a mult- generation family. Many areas to gather, eat and relax! Indoor and outdoor games and equipment were ready available! This was a long anticipated family trip and couldn’t have been better! A 10/10 vacation. We really enjoyed Rudy‘s Adventure Tours! They were exceptional! Thanks Bob for the excellent communication throughout the process! Will definitely recommend your place!
This was a fantastic week for 8 adults and was way more than we expected. The property was excellent, well maintained, and provided everything we needed. Bob was awesome to work with,, the staff and the chef (Orlando) were fantastic, helpful, and very friendly.
We had a company trip and the house was perfect to accommodate our entire group. Would absolutely stay here again.
Kevin V.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2021
Thank you, Kevin. Tipsy Gecko is perfect for all types of groups; families, groups of friends, company trip such as yours or just about any group from 1 or 2 people up to 13 people.
From booking to check out it was fantastic. The staff pampered us throughout the day. There was 9 of staying ranging from 10 to 50. The home is very spacious, clean and comfortable. All the kids could not get enough of paddle boarding or sea/land animals we saw everywhere. Booking excursions and massages was great with help of MaBel. Highly recommend staying at Tipsy Gecko!
Our group of eight included sister, brother and their spouses as well as son and daughter in-law and a great couple of friends who are just like family. The home was just as described; comfy, roomy, great chef, housekeeping and grounds staff that would do anything needed to make our stay wonderful. Bob was great to work with; informative, accommodating, and very helpful! The Placencia area is beautiful with plenty to do at the home and around the village. The supplied golf cart was the perfect addition and was used regularly to explore. We'll be back someday! Thanks to all.
The home was absolutely beautiful and its amenities allowed our entire family (age range 75 to 7) to be included and enjoy the vacation. The dock was the perfect spot to watch the manatees play in the water, the kids loved the beach and pool and we played games on the veranda every evening while chef Domingo cooked amazing meals. Overall a wonderful place to unwind and relax!
My family is 10 (ages 3-72) had the most amazing week staying at the Villa Tipsy Gecko. From the moment we booked until the moment we got dropped off at the airport on our day of departure, the staff was so incredible. Manny was the kindest person and as the chef he made us some of the most delicious meals we have ever had. Mabel and the house staff were so kind and helpful. Whatever we needed we had almost immediately. The house was perfect for the 10 of us. It was clean and spacious. The outdoor space was incredible. We spent hours in the pool and on the dock. We saw a baby eagle Ray, dolphins, manatees, iguanas, and Tapirs right on the property. Everything was accessible by golf cart and the locals were so genuinely kind to us. We will definitely be back!
Great stay at Tipsy Gecko—— Bob is a great top notch facilitator! Mabel, Sonja, Salvador, Jorge all just amazing folks—— We loved the dock and pool, the chef, the comfortable beds….. So many well thought through amenities.
This was a wonderful property. Everything is as advertised. It's clean, well kept, spacious, and in a great location. The staff is diligent and very friendly. It was all our family had hoped for.
This house surpassed our expectations. We appreciated each person who cooked, cleaned and kept our area spotless, especially Sonia and Domingo. We took advantage of the SUPs and kayaks as well as our pool and the pier. Very comfortable and a lovely place to stay in the Placencia area.
Tipsy Gecko was a positive rental experience. The house was exactly as advertised, the staff (including chefs) were proactive, positive, and amazing, and the pre-trip communication was incredibly professional and helpful. I fully recommend this place and the Gecko properties (they have others that are different sizes for different groups of people).
Andy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
Michele S.
16 Aug, 2015
northwest visitor
Tipsy Gecko is a great house for a vacation. The chef did a wonderful job cooking for us. The balance of the staff could not have been more accommodating. The house itself was in great shape and accommodates 4 couples really well. Well worth the visit
The Villa Tipsy Gecko had something for everyone. The 9 persons in our group ranged in age from 16-83. With on-site kayaks, paddle boards, swimming pool, hammocks, lounge chairs, and tiki huts, there was something for everyone. Perhaps the best amenity was the Chef. He prepared the best food that we ate during our visit to the Placencia area. Whether you want to just linger in this beautiful setting or use it as a jumping off point to various excursions, this villa is for you. I know it was for us.
Villa Tipsy Gecko was fantastic! We had our four children, their spouses and our four grand children. We had plenty of room to gather. The outdoor spaces were dreamy! We spent most of our time in Belize on property. The chef services were well worth it, high quality delicious food. All the staff were so friendly and accommodating. 10 out of 10 recommend.
John H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bob Hubberts
We love our home because it easily can accommodate a big group and allows you to just sit and relax; swimming in the private pool or in the sea, relaxing on the pier, floating in the sea, or sitting out on the upstairs balcony or covered patio. We also love all the activities in the area and enjoy using the kayaks and other water sports equipment available at the house to enjoy the sea or the lagoon.
Home was designed with two owner suites upstairs, a full large walk around bar and entertainment area and covered outside balcony. Specifically designed so multiple families with kids can spread out and enjoy their stay in a private beach setting and enjoy all Belize has to offer.
Why they chose this property
Home is located in heart of some of the best saltwater fly fishing in the world as well as world class diving and snorkeling on the 2nd largest coral reef system in the world. The fully paved 26 mile Placencia road makes getting on and off the peninsula by car a fast and easy experience, thus making access to the rain forest, Mayan ruins, cave tubing and other attractions in the jungle easily accessible.
What makes this property unique
Large private home and beach can comfortably accommodate up to five couples. Was designed to accommodate two large families with children. With two large owners bedroom suites upstairs other two bedrooms both with private baths on first floor. The fifth bedroom upstairs can sleep 3 in a twin over full bunk bed. Daily maid service, and guest clothes laundry service provided with rental. INCLUDES - 5 BEDROOMS , ONSITE STAFF, PRIVATE POOL, OCEAN PIER, CENTRAL A/C, BEACH, 6 Person GOLF CART INCLUDED WITH RENTAL!
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