Title: A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels - A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo (Seine Bight)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327000/34326975/53dc3438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool - A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo (Seine Bight)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327000/34326975/83546e0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player - A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo (Seine Bight)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327000/34326975/8c7bc26a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo (Seine Bight)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327000/34326975/e654825c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo (Seine Bight)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327000/34326975/21b44f01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Belize, experience a vibrant tropical getaway at Gibnut. Enjoy stunning Caribbean views from the balcony or living room, complete with screened patio doors. The games table and cable TV offer endless entertainment while air conditioning keeps everyone comfortable. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61389 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo ‘Gibnut’ is a comfortable, vibrantly decorated, home-from-home that celebrates the tropical colours and natural hardwoods of Belize. Sleeping up to six people, its uplifting atmosphere is a joyous backdrop to your time on this phenomenal peninsula. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is conveniently located on the first floor within steps of the infinity pool, hot tub, beach and pier. Step inside to find a spacious and bright living area with a tropical flair, local artwork and exotic mahogany doors and cabinets. Enjoy the sea air from the balcony or the cozy living room, complete with screened patio doors. If the sun has warmed you enough for the day, this home has air conditioning and ceiling fans to keep everyone comfortable. The games table will entertain your evenings, as will the cable TV, whilst the rocking chairs will encourage Caribbean daydreams and afternoon snoozes on the private balcony. With a full, modern kitchen, you'll have no trouble whipping up meals while you're here! Sit together at the breakfast bar to enjoy a quick breakfast of tropical fruit smoothies or a home-cooked dinner with local ingredients. You can also share meals outside on the covered balcony while overlooking the gardens and the sea beyond. A laundry means you can pack light and save space in your suitcase for gorgeous local souvenirs! Please note that the property is on the first floor raised above ground level and requires the use of 6 steps to access it, making the property unsuitable for wheelchair users. Where You Will Sleep: Master Bedroom: King-size bed, access to the balcony and an attached bathroom with a stunning soaking tub. Bedroom 2: Queen-size bed There is another full bathroom in this condo as well. Optional Extra: Queen-size Murphy Bed in the living room creates space for an additional 2 guests, so it's perfect for a group of friends traveling together or a family of 6. The Property: The Villas at Cocoplum The Villas at Cocoplum offer the unique position of being a secure, gated beachfront vacation rental community with all the luxuries of a resort plus the privacy of a secluded, peaceful setting. Enveloped by lush gardens and fringed by soft coral sand, the Caribbean meets Central America at its most extraordinary here on the Placencia peninsula in beautiful Belize. Swim, kayak, paddle in the crystal waters of the Caribbean, watch the horizon for manatees and dolphins or enjoy a game of pickleball, tennis or mini golf at Sirenian Bay Resort with an exclusive, discounted, prepaid pass through The Villas at Cocoplum! For the adventurers and explorers, to the inland north are jaw-droppingly beautiful expanses of jungle, waterfalls, national parks and mystifying ancient settlements within 60-90 minutes of the property. Offshore to the north and south lie over 400 picture postcard cayes, many within easy reach of Placencia village by exhilarating boat ride through turquoise waters. Amenities Fully fitted kitchen and laundry High quality bedding and towels Shared BBQ, kayaks, paddleboards and bicycles Cooking essentials, shampoo and laundry facilities all included Flatscreen TVs with over 200 channels, streaming services and free wifi Grounds meticulously cared for by full time staff Gated, private setting with security Pier with sublime views over the sea, loungers and palapa Local Facilities 1 minute drive north: Maya Beach and its many restaurants, ten pin bowling, pristine beaches, local art gallery, grocery stores and beachfront bars 2 minute walk north: Naïa Resort and Spa with fine dining at 1981 restaurant 5 minute walk south: Sirenian Bay Resort - Spa, gym, rooftop martini bar, mini golf, tennis and pickleball plus restaurants 20 minutes’ drive south: Placencia and its famous Sidewalk - the narrowest street in the world - is home to unique Creole, Mayan and Garifuna influenced crafts, candy coloured buildings, fishermen, intoxicating flora and fauna and lively bars and endless restaurants. Boat access to the southern reef and world class diving and fishing. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Infinity pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Gated community - Unit size: 1,389 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75260000/75254500/75254494/e1d099be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MeMes Place Placencia Village - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Security hold of $300 will be activated 1 day before check-in. No Pets. No Smoking on property. No Parties No more guests are allowed than those registered for the room. Use the pool at your own risk. Please respect quiet hours. The guest that made the reservation will be required to check-in and provide ID. Renter agreement must be signed before check-in. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed 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, a first aid kit 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 Registration Number HOT01510 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6f2ecx ## About the area Located on the beach, this condo is in Cocoplum, a neighbourhood in Placencia. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Placencia travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Placencia.dx12041) [View more Condo rentals in Placencia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Placencia-Condos.d12041-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C16.58884%2C-88.35965&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yGKwiNFaPaGMSZjaLdETfnAjKZ8=) Seine Bight, Stann Creek ### What's nearby - ![Maya Beach which includes tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070903/7097ebfb-fc79-4f51-ad18-8d9538e570c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Maya Beach 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Placencia Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070901/bee4ac05-fc4c-4994-a1ad-cdd3079d78d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Placencia Beach 14 min drive \- 4.8 miles - ![Aerial photos of the Silk Cayes in the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve located in the southern waters of Belize.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977104865/461304a4-45f6-4be0-9d15-5c91d35167c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Silk Caye Beach 15 min drive \- 5.3 miles - ![Hopkins showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977104868/291d66dc-a0d5-43e4-b731-fb85437ba58e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hopkins Village Beach 59 min drive \- 41.3 miles - Inky's Mini Golf 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Placencia (PLJ) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - The Shak 22 min drive - Barefoot Bar 19 min drive - Koi Sushi Placencia 21 min drive - Tipsy Tuna 20 min drive - Wendy's Creole & Spanish Cuisine 21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo have a pool? ### Is A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo? ### What time is check-in at A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo? ### What time is check-out at A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo? ### Where is A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Tropical Treasure - 'Gibnut' Oceanfront Condo Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leelee J. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### January Belize gettaway This condo is Spacious, clean, comfortable beds and furniture. Very functional kitchen with quality appliances, fridge has ice maker.Location was perfect. ##### Leelee J. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary A. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay The unit was just as described. The property manager quickly responded to questions and made the check in and out process very easy. He gave suggestions on area amenities helped with transportation and overall was very pleasant to deal with. The space was clean and comfortable. It was a great stay. ##### Mary A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elena K., Denver, CO 3 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and comfortable unit Our family of four was very comfortable in the condo, which had plenty of space and a well-stocked kitchen. Herbert was very helpful in answering questions promptly and giving us recommendations for a snorkel trip. We appreciated that the was spotlessly clean, had great, AC, and was just steps from the pool and sea. We also enjoyed the amenities, including beach cruisers, kayaks, and cornhole. Finally, we loved the restaurant just a short walk up the beach at the Naia resort. Our one discontent was a reality almost everywhere we visited on the Placencia Penninsula - that is, the effort on the part of condos/hotels to preserve the beach by building rock "seawalls." The result of these seawalls is about 6 feet of stagnant water with seaweed and trash between the edge of the beach and the rock walls. The smell was gross and it was an eyesore. We were able to swim off the pier, which was beautiful. ##### Elena K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle w. 27 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to ocean with great pool The property was great with very friendly staff and host. We loved going to the pool. ##### Kyle w. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheri R. 2 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay! We will be back as ##### Cheri R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth 26 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities The property manager Herbert and the maintenance staff were excellent. They all were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the area. We loved it there. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### KEN S. 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My opinion Needs some repairs and the closet was poor ##### KEN S. Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam G. 27 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cocoplum was perfect The condo was well appointed. Comfortable beds and furniture. Everything you need in the kitchen. The property amenities were great. Paddleboards, kayaks, dock, beautiful swimming pool. We liked the location. It was out of town but not too far. Great places to eat close by. ##### Pam G. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger K. 2 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What's not to like? I went solo on purpose to learn some things about myslf , Belize and the Villas of Coco Plum. All were accomplished along with making some new friends. I'll be back in January 2022\. Host Herbert rocks! ##### Roger K. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome stay at Cocoplum We had such a great stay at Cocoplum. The condo was just what we needed —comfortable, well appointed, and spacious for our family. Our kids enjoyed the paddle boards, snorkeling off the pier, and playing in the pool. Our own little paradise! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David R., White City, Oregon 30 Mar 2019 #### Awesome place We truly enjoyed our stay at Cocoplum. We would highly recommend it to anyone that wants a nice and secure place to stay while visiting Placencia. ##### David R. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle C. 30 Dec 2018 #### Amazing and beautiful. We loved it here, between the pool and beach and easy drive to the town we were anting for nothing. Herbert made dinner arrangements for us and helped us get a golf cart, all of which was so helpful. We will be back! ##### Danielle C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy O. 19 Mar 2018 #### The best! We recently returned from a ten-night stay at the Villas at Cocoplum and we were absolutely delighted with our experience. Herbert was prompt with his responses during the booking process and with our questions leading up to our stay. He went out of his way to arrange our purchase of a crib for our child with special needs and had it assembled upon our arrival. He also had our condo (and the another condo rented by our group) ready for early check-in, even though both units had been vacated that same day. It was a relief after traveling all day with our kids to be able to unpack and get right into our swim suits. The condo was spacious, well-appointed and very comfortable. I wasn't aware of this when booking, but our unit was on the ground level. While you lose some of the Caribbean view with this location, the convenience was well worth it. The kids could come and go to the pool easily and we could freshen our cocktails without having to run up stairs! Also, the stairs would have been challenging with our youngest who isn't well-coordinated. The only complaints I have about our particular unit is that the kitchen faucet would turn on if the handle wasn't positioned a certain way and that the flap that covers the ice maker on the fridge was missing. This kept our freezer working overtime and rendered our ice maker unusable. Both issues are more concerning from the water and energy usage perspective and did not affect our comfort whatsoever. The beautiful grounds at Cocoplum have everything a vacationer could want: pool, hot tub, kayaks, bikes, volleyball, badminton, life jackets, outdoor kitchen and a private pier with a palapa hut, as well as security. And the groundskeeper, Joe, and his assistant, Leonel, do an exceptional job maintaining everything and attending to the requests of the guests. Whenever we had questions or needed something, they went out of their way for us. Thanks again guys! Cocoplum is several miles from the nightlife in Placencia, though there are a number of resorts/restaurants within biking distance. In our college days, we might have preferred to be closer to the action. These days we are perfectly happy with daytime adventures and going to bed early. We chose the right spot for that. The Villas are perfect for those looking for a quieter or more family-centered getaway. This was our first family trip to Belize and we are already plotting our return. We will surely re-book at the Villas of Cocoplum! ##### Amy O. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa K., Wisconsin 5 Jan 2018 #### Has all you need The condo and the people are great. I highly recommend it! ##### Vanessa K. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa O. 2 Jan 2018 #### Nice quiet location. Cocoplum is in a great, quiet location. The Managers were very helpful! ##### Melissa O. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esteban E. 18 Apr 2017 #### Wonderful place! We are VRBO owners in Costa Rica and this property was the perfect place to stay. Herb was a great host (he took care of our reservation and all the details of our stay in Placencia) He help us plan a couple of activities in the area ( that we would have never found by our selves). The location is great, out of town but fairly close to everything... we got a car so it was easy to move around. The condo was in mint condition, super clean and with everything we needed for our stay. Super private, safe, quiet and away from the crowds! i did a lot of research in the area and this property is a great value! Looking forward to our next visit.... ##### Esteban E. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Regan G., Wilmington, DE 5 Feb 2017 #### Amazing Condo, Authentic Cultural Experience and Access to Water There were two couples in our group and right from the start, we were impressed with the location of the resort, the beautiful interior and exterior of the three buildings, the pool and the pier. We did not know what to expect since this was a new rental and there were no reviews to read yet. We LOVED the place. We were treated well by Herbert, who coordinated the rental for us. Placencia is the town about 20 minutes away and we highly recommend booking a few excursions from there. But the best restaurants are in Maya Beach which is about 10 minutes away, north of the resort. We lucked out and received a detailed list of best restaurants and sites to see from our neighbors in the condo building. In Placencia, be sure to eat at Omar's where the fish is FRESH and it is BYOB. We also highly recommend the Maya Beach Bistro!! The only sad aspect is the poverty of many of the people - there is no real middle class in Belize. But the people are very kind and friendly. Other must's include snorkeling at one of the Cayes and tubing down the river at the Jaguar sanctuary (which can be done on your own if you have rented a car). The area is very casual (no one wears high heals or dresses up) so be sure to bring the right clothing, including an umbrella for the short rain showers. Don't expect to shop much, at least in that area, but if you do go shopping, you will find beautiful bead jewelry and hardwood bowls. ##### Regan G. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura C. 12 Jan 2017 #### Perfect location. Secluded. It was the perfect place to stay. Close enough to dining but secluded enough to feel you had the beach or pool to yourself. Joe was fantastic. He made sure you had everything you needed. The internet was the only thing that wasn't very reliable. It didn't bother me, but my kids weren't happy. ##### Laura C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016 ---