NEW Modern Ocean Front Villa on Private Island

Welcome to Shadow Sands Villa! A brand new modern ocean front villa on a private island just 2 minutes from Placencia Village. Shadow Sands is an amazing 3 story 6,500 sq. ft. modern villa featuring 5-bedrooms, 6-bathrooms and huge fresh water pool overlooking the ocean located on Placencia Caye. Just a few hundred yards from the center of Placencia Village. The 5 large private air-conditioned bedrooms all have amazing ocean front views, large private patios and ensuite baths some with both indoor and outdoor showers. The home is located on 2 ocean front lots with the front of the home overlooking a private marina, great landscaping, privacy and 160 foot private beach along the calm Caribbean Sea.

You will be picked up at the Placencia Pier by one of our friendly staff in the villas shuttle boat to take the very short 1 minute boat ride (all in smooth protected waters) over to Placencia Caye and the villas private dock in the Placencia Caye Marina.
Step off the shuttle boat and leave all your cares behind and enjoy the meticulously manicured property with large palm trees, manicured landscaping and the privacy and wow factor of staying on a private island. Shadow Sands offers all the coolness of staying on a private island with all the luxuries you want like city power, city water and a boat with driver to take you back and forth to Placencia whenever you would like.

This uniquely designed modern villa offers the utmost in privacy with all rooms being located off an open air hallway, each having an ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, large private patio and all facing the beach and Caribbean Sea.

When you walk across the elevated dock entrance into the home the large living room is to your left with one of the 5 private bedroom suits located to your right. When you enter the spacious air-conditioned open living room, dinning room and kitchen portion of the house that over looks, through the floor to ceiling glass, the massive pool, beach and Caribbean Sea you can not help but be impressed with the clean modern design and open feel that sets the tone for the rest of this large villa. The entire villa is tastefully decorated with pieces of local art and custom-built Belizean hardwood furniture. As you make your way through the living room you enter the large indoor dinning area and spacious well appointed chef kitchen complete with large eat in island and all stainless steel appliances.

Proceeding from the main area of the home you have a large covered outdoor living area over looking the pool and the ocean, complete with bar, beautiful landscaped courtyard, stainless steel gas grill and comfortable lounge area. A large covered outdoor dinning area, is also connected with the outdoor living area, which also overlooks the pool, beach and Caribbean Sea. This incredible outdoor living space makes for the perfect place to view the Maya Mountains and magical sunsets over the water.

As you pass through the open air living area you enter into the the other private primary bedroom located on the ground floor. Both of the primary bedrooms located on the ground floor are air-conditioned and have both indoor and out door showers in the large ensuite bathrooms.

Take the lovely covered open air stair case and you find your self on the second floor of the villa where you will find three private air-conditioned bedrooms (with private ensuite bathrooms), each off the light and bright covered open air hall overlooking the marina.

Located in the center of the 2nd floor is a huge covered open air living room complete with large walk around bar, flat screen smart TV, pool table and comfortable lounge chairs and furniture. This is perfect place to enjoy the refreshing trade wind breeze and watch the sunset over the beach and ocean.

Take the stairs on up to the 3rd floor where you will find a covered roof top terrace complete with relaxing lounge furniture. The panoramic views in all directions and consistent breezes makes this the perfect place to relax and see all the surrounding area and Placencia Village.

Your stay at the villa includes the dedicated services of a team of seasoned professionals. The onsite caretakers that live in the detached staff quarters will take care of your every need. From the skill of our personal chefs to the daily housekeeping and laundry service, our goal is to make your vacation effortless so you can simply savor every moment of your well-deserved escape.
When you’re not enjoying the property, take the islands shuttle over to Placencia Village and explore the nearby charming restaurants and lively bars, immersing yourself in the local flavor. Dive into all Belize has to offer by coordinating adventure tours and excursions, all seamlessly arranged by your dedicated personal concierge. We aim to provide a comprehensive and exceptional vacation experience, ensuring your time here is nothing short of extraordinary.

Shadow Sands Villa is a certified Gold Standard Property by the Belize Tourism Board and managed by Gecko Vacation Rentals – a highly respected vacation rental company with a long-proven track record that manages numerous exclusive private islands and luxury waterfront villas in Placencia, Belize.

(+) Enhance your getaway with our Food Package Add-on; featuring daily chef-prepared meals, non-alcoholic beverages, and a lobster dish when in season. Rate per chef service days: $75/person (6 years & up). Alcohol packages also available.

**MAX OCCUPANCY**
10 guests

**ACCOMMODATIONS**
Primary Suite 1 [First Floor] - 1 King
Primary Suite 2 [First Floor] - 1 King
Bedroom 3 [Second Floor] - 1 King
Bedroom 4 [Second Floor] - 1 King
Bedroom 5 [Second Floor] - 1 King

**GECKO SIGNATURE AMENITIES**
We will strive to make this your most memorable vacation experience and include the following amenities:
-- Services
Boat and driver to take you to/from Placencia Village
Full Time Concierge Service to help plan every detail of your island vacation
Daily Maid Service
Chef Service - 3 days for weekly rental (cost of food not included)
Grocery stocking prior to arrival (cost of items not included)
Guest Laundry Service
One complementary transfer to/from Placencia Airstrip on Check-In Day & Check-Out Day
On site caretaker (lives in separate staff house)
On property spa services (addon upon request)
On property entertainment (addon upon request)
-- Amenities
Kayaks and Paddle Boards
Welcome Drink
High Speed Internet and WIFI
Soap, Shampoo, paper goods, beach towels, etc
Smart Television Sets - 2

**ABOUT PLACENCIA**
Placencia, located in Southern Belize, is the second most popular tourist destination in the country. It is situated on a 16-mile-long peninsula that is surrounded by a lagoon on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other. It is much smaller, less congested and more laid back than Ambergris Caye/San Pedro. Being inland, Placencia provides easy access to many activities on the mainland like Mayan Ruins, waterfalls, ziplining and cave tubing to name a few. Placencia offers numerous restaurants, small shops, bars and the famous Placencia Sidewalk. It is the perfect place for an amazing Caribbean vacation!

**GETTING FROM THE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO THE PROPERTY**
All international flights into and out of Belize are serviced through the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), located northwest of Belize City. Your concierge will assist with the first options to arrange domestic transportation from BZE to Placencia:
- Travel by plane on a local commuter flight from the airport (BZE) to the Placencia Airstrip (PLJ). Flight time is approximately 30 minutes. Once in Placencia, our staff will pick you up and take you to the villa. Our concierge will work with you to book the local flights as soon as you have your international flights ready.
- Travel by private shuttle van from BZE, where the driver will meet you outside of baggage claim. The drive time is approximately 2 hours. You’ll be taken directly to the villa. Our concierge will work with you to book the shuttle van as soon as you have your international flights ready.
- Option 3 is to rent a vehicle at BZE and make the drive down to the condo yourself. There are numerous rental car agencies right across the parking lot from baggage claim including Hertz Avis and Crystal Car Rental a larger local car rental company. You would just need to go online to book and secure a vehicle prior to arrival.

**THINGS TO DO**
Concierge service is included with your rental to assist with arranging activities for your group including spa services, excursions and various types of entertainment right at the villa. Our concierge will assist in planning and booking your activities to enable you to get the most out of your trip.

**BOOKING FEES & CANCELLATION POLICY**
60 days or more prior to arrival - full refund less $150 booking fee
less than 60 days prior to arrival - no refund
This policy applies to direct bookings only. Guests who book through third-party platforms (OTAs) or Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy (HVMB) are subject to the cancellation terms of their respective booking channel.