This place is absolutely incredible. Unbelievable beauty in to real experience of the Belizean jungle environment. We were there with my parents and our one-year-old son. Great place to go on your own or with another family, friends, siblings, etc. Jim is a great communicator, so take all his advice! Lucy is a powerhouse, hire her for a breakfast/lunch deal… You will not be sorry. Even if you weren’t planning on that kind of service and attention, you will be glad that you accepted it. Incredible food for much cheaper than you could purchase at restaurants, and it will free you up to enjoy all the amazing things there are to experience. (And she is a wealth of information!)
The home is a little over a solid hour drive from San Ignacio. So be realistic about! It’s about a 15 minute highway drive, but the last 10 miles of dirt road take 45 minutes. It is well worth it for the experience you will have at Casa Santa Maria! But if you want to do tours and explore local attractions and Mayan ruins (which we did and thoroughly enjoyed) just remember to be realistic about your drive time.
Hanging out at the house is thoroughly enjoyable, too. Lots of territory to explore, plants and animals, canoeing and swimming on the river, or just laying in the hammock after a delicious breakfast… You will not be sorry you took the time off to enjoy this home.