Santosha Villa - Modern 3BR Island Villa with Pool

Welcome to Santosha Villa! A brand new exclusive island escape where modern design meets tropical serenity. Perched on the private island of Placencia Caye, this boutique villa offers an intimate retreat, thoughtfully designed for couples, friends, and small families seeking a perfect blend of luxury and tranquility.

Step inside and be greeted by sun-drenched, open-concept interiors. Warm wood ceilings contrast beautifully with sleek, polished concrete floors, while floor-to-ceiling glass walls dissolve the boundary between the chic living space and the tropical paradise outside.

This intimate villa features three beautifully decorated bedrooms, each a haven of comfort. Wake up to the golden morning light and start your day in the most blissful way imaginable, as two of the bedrooms offer private sliding doors that open directly onto the sun-kissed pool deck.

Your private deck is the heart of Santosha Villa. Begin your mornings with a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear plunge pool, just steps from your bed. Spend your afternoons lounging in the sun, and as evening arrives, gather for an alfresco dinner under the stars at the outdoor dining table.

Just beyond your deck, a sandy beachfront awaits. Enjoy a game of cornhole, horseshoes, or bocce ball on the lawn, all while soaking in the incredible island atmosphere. Gaze out at the serene Placencia lagoon, where sailboats gently bob in the calm waters. You'll also enjoy views of the iconic Placencia pier—a lively local landmark where you can watch fishermen bring in their daily catch and kids leap joyfully into the sea.

Santosha Villa 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. Upon arrival, 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.

Your stay at the villa includes the dedicated services of a team of seasoned professionals. From the skill of our personal chefs to the daily housekeeping and laundry service, our goal is to make your holiday effortless so you can simply savour 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 flavour. 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 holiday experience, ensuring your time here is nothing short of extraordinary.

**MAX OCCUPANCY**
6 guests

**ACCOMMODATIONS**
Bedroom 1 - 1 King
Bedroom 2 - 1 King
Bedroom 3 - 1 King

**GECKO GETAWAY AMENITIES**
We will strive to make this your most memorable holiday experience and include the following amenities:

Boat and driver to take you to/from Placencia Village
Full Time Concierge Service to help plan every detail of your island holiday
Mid-Week Maid Service
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
Kayaks and Paddle Boards
Private freshwater pool
Fully equipped kitchen
Televisions in the living room and each bedroom
Air-conditioning throughout
High-speed Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box for valuables
Linens, towels, and paper goods provided
Pack-and-play cot and portable highchair available upon request


**OPTIONAL ADD-ONS**
Looking to enhance your stay? The following services are available at an additional cost. Add any of these when making your reservation or at a later date through your concierge:

— Private chef service — $125 per day. Each chef day includes 3 full meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) prepared fresh for your group. You will only need to reimburse the chef directly for the cost of groceries. Nothing is marked up, and the chef will provide you with an invoice, payment instructions, and copies of all receipts.
— All-Inclusive Food Package — $75 per person per chef service day. Covers all 3 meals with no additional grocery reimbursement required.
— Golf cart rental — 4-seater $65/day, 6-seater $75/day
— Spa treatments — massages and beauty services delivered right to the villa
— Excursions — your concierge can arrange snorkelling, sportfishing, sailing, island hopping, cave tubing, ziplining, Mayan ruin tours, and more.
— Onsite entertainment
— Romance packages — perfect for weddings, honeymoons, and anniversaries

ISLAND BOAT SERVICE
Santosha is nestled on Placencia Caye, a private island just 2 minutes from Placencia Village. Your reservation includes a dedicated boat and captain who will shuttle your group to and from the mainland whenever you need — at no additional cost. The villa shuttle boat operates daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., running every hour with on-demand service every 30 minutes upon request. You will be provided with the captain's direct phone number closer to your arrival date to coordinate directly with him.

**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 Pavement. It is the perfect place for an amazing Caribbean holiday!

**GETTING FROM THE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO THE PROPERTY**
All international flights arrive and depart through Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City. From there, you have three options for getting to Placencia Caye. After confirming your reservation, your Gecko concierge will reach out to help coordinate your preferred transfer.

Option 1 — Flying: A 30-minute domestic flight from BZE to the Placencia airstrip costs $299 USD return per person. Upon landing, our team will pick you up and shuttle you by boat directly to the island. Our concierge will work with you to book the local flights as soon as you have your international flights ready.

Option 2 — Private Shuttle: A comfortable, direct shuttle from BZE takes just over 2 hours on a fully paved road. Cost is $650 USD return (tax included) for up to 3 passengers, plus $60 per additional person return (maximum 12 passengers). You will be dropped off at the pier and our boat captain will shuttle you across to the island. Our concierge will work with you to book the shuttle van as soon as you have your international flights ready.

Option 3 — Self-Drive: Prefer to explore at your own pace? Rent a car from the agency of your choice at BZE and drive to Placencia. Be sure to secure your rental online prior to your arrival. You will park on the mainland, and our boat captain will shuttle you to the island. Your concierge will provide detailed directions upon booking.

**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.