The house at Shallow Bay was the perfect retreat for me, my wife and our four year old son. The house was very spacious, clean and the washer and dryer were great to have onsite. The backyard is very well maintained with amazing views, a private deck and a charcoal grill (which we used everyday!). Rita was always quick to respond and kept us updated on the seaweed conditions in Belize prior to our trip. Unfortunately it was at its peak when we were there but we still enjoyed every second of our vacation and had fun in the water. You just have to find the best local spots to swim or take a boat trip out on the water or to the Cayes (we loved Happy Go Luckie tours). Hopkins is a very cool little beach town to explore with several restaurants, grocery stores and activities for the entire family. I highly recommend this place!!