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Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 105000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool
This smoke-free villa features an outdoor pool, concierge services and laundry facilities. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The villa has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this villa offers private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Placencia villa provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Gecko Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No events are allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

UEV13950V25

About the area

Map
Placencia

What's nearby

  • Maya Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Inky's Mini Golf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Placencia Beach - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Silk Caye Beach - 17 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Jaguar Bowling Lanes - 20 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Placencia (PLJ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Omars Creole Grub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Big Tity Rum Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Maya Beach Hotel Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tuttifrutti - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Shak - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Maya Beach villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf. Placencia Beach and Silk Caye Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Balam Beach Villa - Modern 4Bed Oceanfront w/ Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alissandra E.

Perfect Girl’s Trip Getaway

Had the most amazing stay with my girls! This rental was equipped with everything we needed! Felt like a home away from home, and absolutely can’t wait to be back! Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Allison, M.

The most restful vacation we've ever had!

Our 5 night stay at Balam Beach Villa was the most relaxing and restful vacation any of us have ever had! Gecko's staff made everything so simple for us. With gorgeous views of the Caribbean (steps away from our own saltwater pool) and plenty of peaceful places to read and rest, this villa has it all. We are all planning to return to Placencia and rent through Gecko again!
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10/10 Excellent

Tony a.

Amazing villa, amazing staff

We loved our stay at the Balam Beach Villa. It was a beautiful house. The staff was amazing. We loved Sal our chief, Victoria our housekeeper and Sam who took care of everything from the beach to fixing the door knob. They are super friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this villa and staff.
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny E.

Awesome house with all the luxuries!

I've stayed at Balam Beach Villa twice now - it's actually the only place I've stayed in Placencia. Balam Beach Villa is a very modern house with all the luxuries! From the staff providing housekeeping services to grounds keeping and a chef preparing meals, everything was taken care of exactly as we asked, both times. They are all so very kind and welcoming as well! The concierge service arranges all transportation, tours, spa services, etc. A personalized portal is sent via email to review or make changes so all details are taken care of prior to arrival. Having a golf cart as part of the package to drive around Placencia is an added convenience.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belize Balam Getaway

The home is absolutely beautiful and prefect for our family. We had privacy alongside lots of shared space in which to interact and enjoy one another. The pool and beach were perfect for our theee boys to romp and play!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Belize Balam Getaway

The home is absolutely beautiful and prefect for our family. We had privacy alongside lots of shared space in which to interact and enjoy one another. The pool and beach were perfect for our theee boys to romp and play!
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10/10 Excellent

S A.

Unbelizeable!

Incredible stay with friends in the beautiful and picture perfect Balam Beach Villa! The entire process from booking to transportation to day trips to housekeeping and chef services…superb and very accommodating. 2/9/2024

10/10 Excellent

S A P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelizeable!

Incredible stay with friends in the beautiful and picture perfect Balam Beach Villa! The entire process from booking to transportation to day trips to housekeeping and chef services…superb and very accommodating. One word of caution: YOU NEED a strong deet bug spray as the mosquitos and flies will try to eat u alive😆
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelbie d., Katy, tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Bash in September!

The house was absolutely beautiful! The entire staff took care of everything we needed from party planning ahead of time, decorations, cake to ensuring all of our needs were met the entire stay! They have everything you could need to enjoy the beautiful beaches, close to restaurants or take a ride on the golf cart into town! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful home with all of us! Beds are comfy, lots of places to sit and relax, great walks along the beaches and very safe!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

SaRaya

Overall the stay was superb

I stayed here with two of my gf’s for my 33rd birthday. The house is beautiful and exactly as pictured. Aracelli was our housekeeper, she was there every morning to clean & kept the house, our rooms and beds immaculate. Brittany was our chef and the food was AMAZING. We ate all meals at the house except dinner one night & one day for lunch when we went on our excursion. Pool was great and its great for photos.

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Balam House

This was our first time to Placencia, and Balam House felt like a private oasis. The pool was wonderful and you could sit and read and look at the ocean over the pool. The staff was FANTASTIC!! Everyone was very helpful and personable. We had Salvador make us breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two days of our trip. All the food was delicious! The house was extremely clean and it’s very spacious. I would highly recommend staying here! We were there for our honeymoon, and we are already planning our next trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Balam House

This was our first time to Placencia, and Balam House felt like a private oasis. The pool was wonderful and you could sit and read and look at the ocean over the pool. The staff was FANTASTIC!! Everyone was very helpful and personable. We had Salvador make us breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two days of our trip. All the food was delicious! The house was extremely clean and it’s very spacious. I would highly recommend staying here! We were there for our honeymoon, and we are already planning our next trip!!
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10/10 Excellent

shelbie d.

Birthday Bash in September!

The house was absolutely beautiful! The entire staff took care of everything we needed from party planning ahead of time, decorations, cake to ensuring all of our needs were met the entire stay! They have everything you could need to enjoy the beautiful beaches, close to restaurants or take a ride on the golf cart into town! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful home with all of us! Beds are comfy, lots of places to sit and relax, great walks along the beaches and very safe! 10/22/2023 at 11:13 PM
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10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Balam House

The Balam House was nothing short of amazing and our group couldn’t have asked for better accommodations! For our group it was perfect for the privacy we were looking for and if we wanted to venture out the golf cart was such a nice convenience to the property. The amenities of a private chef, laundry and a cleaning service were so nice to have. Having a gorgeous private pool and beach were the two things that set the property apart. We all felt so safe at the property and out and around Plancencia! It would not hesitate to recommend this property and Plancencia in general to anyone looking to visit Belize! 10 out of 10!
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Amazing vacation!

Luxury Vacation in Belize – A Dream Getaway Our trip to Belize was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and an unparalleled level of service. The Gecko concierge took care of every detail, ensuring that our stay was seamless and stress-free. Whether it was arranging private boat tours, coordinating transportation, or handling last minute requests, they made everything effortless. The accommodations were stunning—our villa was spacious, beautifully designed, and offered breathtaking views of the Caribbean. Victoria kept everything spotless, making sure we returned each day to a perfectly maintained space. We left with every article of clothing washed and neatly folded. One of the biggest highlights was the private chef, Salvador. Every meal was a culinary delight, featuring fresh seafood, local ingredients, and mouthwatering Belizean flavors. Waking up to a beautifully prepared breakfast and ending the day with a gourmet dinner was an absolute treat. The excursions were incredible! We zip lined and visited the waterfalls. We snorkeled and island hopped. Every adventure was well-organized, with knowledgeable guides who made the experiences even more enriching. This trip exceeded all expectations. If you’re looking for a luxurious, all-inclusive escape with top-tier service and unforgettable excursions, Belize is the perfect destination! We can’t wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

SaRaya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

House is Beautiful

I stayed here with two of my gf’s for my 33rd birthday. The house is beautiful and exactly as pictured. Aracelli was our housekeeper, she was there every morning to clean & kept the house, our rooms and beds immaculate. Brittany was our chef and the food was AMAZING. We ate all meals at the house except dinner one night & one day for lunch when we went on our excursion. Pool was great and its great for photos. We booked our excursions through The day before leaving the operations manager bought me over a bottle of Moet champagne. The concierge Erika was great up until right before we were leaving, I contacted her to see how we could leave & the chef could get in & i never received a reply so we were stuck in the house the night before leaving. The morning of our departure she never communicated with me about departure times or plans. We only heard anything from our housekeeper even when the driver was 15 min late. Zero communication from her. After leaving never heard from her for a check in or anything. Thats the reason i gave communication 3 stars. Other than that she was great with communication. I gave location of the house 4 stars only because its very far from the “nightlife” its not much just some bars but we only went one night because it gets dark so early due to no daylight savings time so we were scared to drive the golf cart to the other end of the peninsula. Overall the stay was superb i have no real complaints at all!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Belize

First the positives:Beautiful location. Great beach. Beautiful pool and deck area. Large rooms. Outstanding staff. Ernesto was awesome, a tireless worker who did an amazing job of keeping the property and grounds immaculate. Chef Salvador was outstanding. His meals were fantastic and very healthy. Always fresh!Housekeeper Arielle’s (sp?) was so sweet and helpful.Opportunities for improvement:Deck chair cushions were filthy and had black stains on them. Some parts of outdoor couch unusable because cushions were so waterlogged Pictures showed roof top furniture but upon arrival there was none. Very disappointingKitchen incredibly dark. Not enough or bright enough lighting. I have no idea how Salvador worked in that environment For a home of this calibre and cost to rent the kitchen appliances were such low calibre. For 6 people you need more than a two slice cheapy toaster. Same for the coffee maker- it is the cheapest model imaginable The bed linens were not up to standard for a home of this cost. Cheap polyester sheets suck!Bedroom and dining room furniture was good but living room furniture was lacking. For an eight person house you could only comfortably seat 5 people. As well the one love seat was very poor quality So overall that’s why only a three rating. If not for the quality of the staff the rating would have been lower.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024