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NEW Modern Ocean Front Villa on Private Island

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Aerial view
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Games room

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10603.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Placencia
  • Placencia Peninsula
    1 min walk
  • Placencia Beach
    7 min walk
  • Jaguar Bowling Lanes
    13 min walk
  • Placencia (PLJ)
    8 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.

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

INCLUDED WITH YOUR RENTAL
We will strive to make this your most memorable vacation experience with all the following included with your stay:

-- 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 VILLA SHADOW SANDS
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 arranging domestic transportation from BZE to Placencia. There are two options:
- 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.

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
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Placencia Beach. Features include an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and concierge services. The villa offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge and limo or town car service
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Placencia Peninsula and 7 minutes by foot from Placencia Beach
This villa offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly villa also features concierge services and limo service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Placencia villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Gecko Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 6500 sq ft (603.9 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events are allowed
This property uses 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

UEV13950V28

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Hannah M.

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This property was amazing, the staff was excellent & definitely 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024