We traveled to Placencia on a 3 hr drive from Belize City after a much longer day of travel. We were concerned arriving after dark but pleased to find Jack was there and ready to help us get settled and gave us great tips about the unit and things to do around Placencia. It should be noted that when you arrive you must park on one side of the channel and then wait for Edwin or his son Kevin to bring the boat over to ride you the *very* short distance across the channel. When you want to leave, it’s the same process of going to Edwin’s house to let them know you need a quick motor across the channel. I mention it here in detail because I can imagine some people may not enjoy that aspect of being dependent on someone to leave or get back but our family really did appreciate and enjoy the novelty of it. It was also worth that location because other boats, including for your pick ups for tours, use that same channel.
The space itself is clean, modern, comfortable and has everything you’d need to cook a meal. It is located directly next to the pool. We did not have any noise issues with the pool. The AC works great, beds comfortable and view of the sunset from your private side patio or a shared rooftop (only w the other unit) is spectacular.
We traveled as a married couple celebrating our 20 year wedding anniversary and we had our 2 teenage kids along. There was plenty of fun in this area for all of our varied interests and activity levels. Jack asked ahead of our arrival about our interests and then he sent some links to preview. Edwin also offered concierge type services for arranging the tours we went on (a jungle/monkey river tour and a snorkel trip). The tour operators he picked were great and we did give him a gratuity for these services we were happy to have. Both times, the boats arrived directly in front of our unit for pick up so it was nice not having to plan it or go anywhere to catch the ride. Literally front door service in a boat! We saw Jack several times during our week and he was highly professional and a very hands on property manager; he was also quick and responsive to reply to messages.
One thing to note is that this unit has two bedrooms and there is a bed in each unit. There is also a cot if you need it for an additional third bed but you must ask ahead of time for it so be sure to mention that in your reservation if you are needing additional flex on sleep arrangements.
All in all, beautiful area, great unit we felt safe in and we agree we would all visit again.