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Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House

Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House

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The Tree House
Property grounds
View from the verandah
Living area
kitchen and living room

Overview of Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Ambergris Caye, Belize District
  • Popular LocationBoca del Rio11 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Pedro Belize Express Dock6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelize Chocolate Company6 min drive
  • AirportSan Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House

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We are a Gold Standard Certified Property!
This unique octagonal house sits at tree top level right at the water’s edge on a quiet stretch of white sand beach 4 miles north of San Pedro; far from the tourist scene, but a short walk along the beach to wonderful restaurants, beach bars and a great little grocery store. This is the ultimate location for diving, snorkeling or fishing, or just relaxing on the veranda looking out at the crystal clear turquoise water. There is a spectacular view of the waves breaking over the Meso American barrier reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world. The Tree House is the ideal spot for a romantic getaway, or for two couples or a small family. You’ll be living in a house, not a hotel or condo, with all the comfort and privacy of home. The fully equipped kitchen will inspire you to prepare fresh caught fish and tropical fruit as you enjoy the ocean view. Both bedrooms have queen size beds. The living room is a comfortable place to relax and look out at the ocean. It has a couch which folds out to a queen size bed. There is a 26 inch flat screen TV with cable and multiple streaming platforms.. , a blue tooth speaker, for you iPhone. and a land line. There is high speed Internet. There is weekly maid service (or more frequently upon request). The octagonal design and floor to ceiling windows of this unique house catch the ocean breezes so that our air-conditioning is seldom needed. Rubio, our caretaker, lives in a casita in the back of the property. You have your privacy, but he is there to assist you if needed. His chickens and friendly dogs give the place a homey, local feel. He will help you set up your kayak, or tell you the best places for snorkeling. The staff at Caye Management, our local management company, can answer any questions or book tours. They are available 24/7 in case of any problems. Our next door neighbor Geni is a dive master and tour guide. His boats sit next to our dock.
Our water supply comes from rain water stored in a cistern on the property. Because we are dependent on the rain for our water supply we ask guests to conserve water in the dry season. However, we never run out of water. The caretaker monitors the level in the cistern and we have water trucked out from town if necessary. We try to be environmentally conscious and use plant based detergent and a minimum of plastic. We ask that you bring a reusable water bottle. We provide a bubbler of bottled water to refill it. Please use the reusable shopping bags that we provide. You can swim or snorkel right off our dock. Recently, from time to time, we have had an influx of sargasso weed along the beach. At that point the best option is to take the kayaks out to the reef to swim and snorkel. Since they are sit-on-tops, it's not hard to get back in from the water. Or you can drive by golf cart to Secret Beach located directly across from us on the other side of the island. The staff at Caye management can arrange a golf cart rental. It is a great way to explore the island.
You can take a short bicycle or golf cart ride to a morning yoga class at the Ak’bol Yoga Retreat where classes are held on a platform built out over the ocean. You can schedule a massage at a local spa.
GETTING THERE:
Direct flights to Belize City International Airport leave from Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Dallas, Houston and Atlanta. From there you can take a 15 minute flight to San Pedro
airstrip on Tropic Air or Maya Air. Caye Management will book it for you. Or you can take a 30 minute taxi ride to the water taxi terminal and take the water shuttle to San Pedro, an hour and a half ride. A representative from Caye Management will meet you at San Pedro airstrip or the dock and take you up to the Tree House. The cost of transportation to the Tree House is included in the rental.

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Property manager

Caye Management
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes

Events

No events allowed
No

Pets

Pets allowed
No

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No
Guests must wear life jackets when taking kayaks out to the reef

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Pedro

Located in San Pedro, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belize Barrier Reef and Secret Beach. GoFish Belize and Reef Runner Glass Bottom Boat are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ambergris Caye, Belize District

What's nearby

  • Boca del Rio - 11 min walk
  • San Pedro Town Hall - 6 min drive
  • San Pedro Belize Express Dock - 6 min drive
  • Belize Chocolate Company - 6 min drive
  • Secret Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Elvi's Kitchen - 4 min drive
  • Palapa Bar & Grill - 17 min walk
  • Green Espresso Cafe Bar - 5 min drive
  • Nauti Crab - 12 min walk
  • Caramba! Restaurant - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Charming and Colorful Ocean-Front House located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Belize Barrier Reef, San Pedro Beach and GoFish Belize. Boca Del Rio Beach and Boca del Rio are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Tree House Experience
All in all, we really had a good time and are glad we went to Belize and stayed in the Tree House. The best part was the view of the ocean, the ocean breezes and Rubio the caretaker. The Tree House itself is a little run down but we weren't looking for upscale accommodations so it didn't really matter. We advise that they upgrade the window and door screening to keep insects out. The decking on the porches could be redone and the dock boards should definitely be redone. The appliances all worked fine, the kitchen was adequately supplied although sparse on spices etc. We felt a little cheated on the kayak experiences we were planning because the seating in the double kayak was broken down and we really couldn't use it as hoped. We were told that new seating was on its way this Spring. Rubio is a gem - he was helpful in so many ways and offered a sense of security that we appreciated. We were grateful for the timing of our trip because the sargassum grasses were just beginning to wash in at the end of our ten days there. We understand that they can get really bad in the Spring making swimming out front unpleasant as well as a bad smell to deal with. For me, the very best part was sleeping at night with all windows open to feel the breezes and hear the gentle waves - heavenly! We're glad we had the experience but not at all sure we would go back again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun at the Tree House!
My partner and I spent the first two weeks of February at the Tree House. I also welcomed my two adult children and a son in law for a week. It was exactly as described. It was clean, plenty of supplies, the beds were comfortable. I was a little concerned about having five adults living in a fairly small place, but everyone had a great time, and the size of our surroundings never caused an issue. We felt very safe in the area and enjoyed being a bit further north on the island. Rubio, the caretaker, took great care of us, in many ways. His knowledge of the area was so valuable. We would have had a much harder time getting acclimated without him. He took the two men spear fishing for lobster -which they loved- and even cooked the lobsters for us that night. Delicious. Thank you for everything, Rubio! Opting for a house, vs a resort, is the choice I always make when using VRBO. I want the privacy, and the flexibility a private home offers. I found it very easy to book private fishing excursions, and private snorkeling trips. Mary, from the management company, could not have been more helpful and patient. With three more people coming and going on separate days, she was able to make all the arrangements without a hitch. Thank you, Mary! When I come back to Ambergris Caye, I will be sure to stay at the Tree House again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treehouse - lovely stay
What a find!! Treehouse is 30 min (by golfcart) from San Pedro and 30 min from Secret Beach. Perfectly located to enjoy beautiful sunrises and a peaceful stay. Caretaker, Rubio, is wonderful and Caye Mgmt. helped with all pre-stay details. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little hideaway!
The tree house was a lovely place to stay for those looking to enjoy the beauty of Ambergris Cay on their own. We were well taken care of by the owner and management company including rental of our golf cart, arrangement for our flight to the island, and pick up at the airport. Rubio, who lived on the property, was present and accommodating when we needed him, but not obtrusive in any way. The interior of the tree house had everything we needed for a family of 3 including a comfortable living room and well-equipped kitchen (which we didn’t use much). The wrap around porch was fabulous and we spent many hours contemplating the world. The pictures are accurate and the location was terrific for trips to secret beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

charley c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treehouse
House was really nice, and we loved the location, short ride over to secret beach and not to bad of a ride back to town. It was nice having Rubio there to help out here and there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Caye Management

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Property Manager: Mary Hawthorne of Caye Management is originally from Texas but has lived on Ambergis Caye for over 20 years. Her company has been providing property management services to homeowners for 20 years. She has a small staff who have worked with her for many years and are extremely helpful and reliable.
The Owner: I live in Brookline, Massachusetts. I am a psychotherapist. I am also an enthusiastic scuba diver and lover of nature. I come to the Tree House as often as I can get away.

Why they chose this property

Owner: On my first trip to Ambergris Caye, I fell hopelessly in love with this part of the island. I came back two months later and bought this house. For me, this place is magical. I wish I could stay here year round, but since I can't, I am happy to share it with you and hope you love it as much as I do.

What makes this property unique

Living at the Tree House is a completely different experience from staying at a resort or condo. You meet locals and ex-pats at the neighborhood store and restaurants, or just walking along the beach. So you can really get a feel for island life. In addition to its natural beauty and tranquility, it's a friendly and interesting neighborhood.

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