Placencia, Belize is a quiet, charming village fronting the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Known for it's beautiful beaches, Placencia is an unspoiled jewel where travelers will find a perfect beginning to all their adventures. The North Beach offers a variety of luxurious self-catered suites in our Caribbean Colonial villa. Surrounded by tropical gardens The North Beach has a stunning view of the Caribbean Sea, Located at the north end of Placencia Village, The North Beach is walking distance to numerous restaurants, bars, tour operators, shops and some of the nicest beach in all of Belize. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in a small Caribbean seaside community, this is your opportunity. At The North Beach, one of the only luxury accommodations in Placencia Village proper, you can experience Belizean life to the fullest. Take a quiet stroll down Placencia's famous sidewalk and enjoy the local color of the village. Mingle with locals at a nearby bar, dine on Belizean home cooking at a restaurant or join a local Belizean operator for a day of snorkeling along the longest barrier reef in the western hemisphere or rainforest tour. At the North Beach, while cradled in an alcove of luxury, you will be enjoying life in Placencia from the center of it, not as a spectator, passing through. Spend your days snorkeling or diving Belize's pristine Barrier Reef, kayaking between tropical islands, hiking through dense jungle, exploring ancient Maya ruins or simply relaxing under a palm tree on Placencia's beach. Accommodations Beautiful ocean view suites offer one-of-a-kind luxury in the heart of Placencia. Surround yourself with all the amenities of home in our colonial style villa as you fill your days with adventurous journeys or beachside relaxation. The North Beach is one Villa with many different suite combinations. The entire villa contains 2 kitchens, 2 living areas, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 1 loft bedroom. The villa can be configured to be anywhere from 1 bedroom/1 bath to 5 bedroom/4 bathroom and anything in between. The maximum capacity at The North Beach is 11 people. The North Beach appeals to families, groups or individuals wanting the space and convenience of an apartment. Each suite has tiled floors with colorful Mexican tiled countertops and bathrooms. Ceiling fans are in each room, along with air conditioning. Suite Types - Upstairs Villa 4 bedrooms/4 baths plus loft(sleeps 11): Full kitchen and comfortable living area with cable television, telephone, ceiling fans. The suite is fully air conditioned. The master bedrooms have an entry door to the veranda. The living area has views of the Caribbean Sea and opens up onto a large community veranda facing the sea. - Beachview 1 bedroom/1 bath suite (sleeps 2): Full kitchen and comfortable living area with cable television, telephone, ceiling fans. The suite is fully air conditioned. The living area has views of the Caribbean sea and opens up onto a large community veranda facing the sea. - North 2 bedroom /2 bath suite (sleeps 5): Full kitchen and comfortable living area with cable television, telephone, ceiling fans. The suite is fully air conditioned. The master bedroom has an entry door to the veranda. The living area has views of the Caribbean Sea and opens up onto a large community veranda facing the sea. - Loft suite 2 bedroom /2 bath plus loft (sleeps 6): The loft is above one bedroom and works great for families, full kitchen and comfortable living area with cable television, telephone, ceiling fans. The suite is fully air conditioned. The master bedroom has an entry door to the veranda. The living area has views of the Caribbean Sea and opens up onto a large community veranda facing the sea. - Loft Suite 3 bedroom /3 bath (sleeps 9): the loft is above one bedroom and works great for families, full kitchen and comfortable living area with cable television, telephone, ceiling fans. The suite is fully air conditioned. The master bedroom has an entry door to the veranda. The living area has views of the Caribbean Sea and opens up onto a large community veranda facing the sea. Services Offered Maid Service: While there is no daily maid service as part of your vacation rental, linens will be checked every other day to see if they need refreshing. Daily maid service can be arranged for an additional fee. Laundry: Free laundry service during your stay. Transfers: Free transfers are available to/from the Placencia airstrip to The North Beach Tours: The staff will be happy to help you book your daily tours to Cockscomb, Monkey River, Maya Ruins or snorkeling/diving the Belize Barrier Reef. Telephone: Each suite at the North Beach has a phone. Parking: The North Beach has parking if you choose to rent a vehicle and drive in. Services within walking distance Restaurants: Placencia has a wide variety of restaurants within walking distance from The North Beach. There is a delightful French restaurant, home-style Italian restaurants and numerous local Belizean eateries. You might also choose to take a short taxi ride to one of the resort restaurants up the peninsula. Nightlife/Bars: There is no shortage of bars in Placencia. For your nightlife in Placencia you might be entertained with live music from our local band, dance under the stars, sing karaoke, or just park yourself on a barstool and hear some local tales. Taxi: While everything in the village is walking distance from The North Beach, taxis are readily available for trips within or outside the village. Tour Operators: If you wish to make your own tour bookings, there are plenty of tour operators in Placencia to choose from. Internet Service: There are a number of places in Placencia that provide internet service at very reasonable prices. Grocery Stores: Placencia has 3 grocery stores, which carry a wide variety of foods. Fresh produce can be purchased at the stores or at fruit markets. Banks: Placencia currently has 2 full service banks – Atlantic Bank and ScotiaBank. Health Center: Placencia has one health clinic if you have a minor injury or illness. A doctor is on staff.
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The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
Jack Charney