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PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL

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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach viewBeach view
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
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  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
  • Popular LocationMexico Rocks5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSecret Beach24 min drive
  • Popular LocationBoca del Rio31 min drive
  • AirportSan Pedro (SPR-John Greif II)36 min drive

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About the area

San Pedro

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Belize Barrier Reef and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Mexico Rocks. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features free WiFi, 3 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A pillowtop bed, a dining area and a TV are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find barbecues. .In the area of this San Pedro holiday home, you'll find Secret Beach.

What's nearby

  • Mexico Rocks - 5 min drive
  • Secret Beach - 24 min drive
  • Boca del Rio - 31 min drive
  • San Pedro Town Hall - 35 min drive
  • San Pedro Belize Express Dock - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • San Pedro (SPR-John Greif II) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Secret Paradise Beach Bar & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bayou - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rain Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪303 Belize - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Capricorn - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL

As of December 2020 Casa Rana Belize has been one of the few premier rental homes in Belize to receive a Gold Star Accommodation status by the Belize Tourism Board. We are now fully compliant with all the protocols to insure that you have a safe and wonderful time at our home in regards to protecting you from Covid-19. Additionally, the home has been remodeled in 2020. Please come join us at this extraordinary location.
You are invited to discover a true island paradise. Casa Rana is a designer luxury villa that for the last 11 years has catered to more than 250 immensely satisfied guests. It is the perfect place for your Caribbean adventure. Located 20 minutes north of San Pedro in the exclusive Mexico Rocks area you will awaken in your pillow top beds to amazing sunrises. Your choices each day ranges from doing absolutely nothing to fun experiences on the island or the mainland. Accessibility to all activities and restaurants is easy.
Utilizing the principles of Feng Shui, our intention was to build the most beautiful home on the island, a place that would be in harmony with nature, a place of spirituality, and a place where one could nourish the soul. Our guests have confirmed that we accomplished our goal; Casa Rana has become one of the top luxury rental home destination in Belize. Please read the guest comments below; the comments say it all.
Day trips Include snorkeling, visiting Mayan ruins, cave tubing, zip-lining, bird watching, spa treatments, diving, fishing (Wahoo Season now!), kayaking, and much more.
Since 2016 we have been offering in-home dinners served by our caretaker Bea. I personally trained her, as I have done with hundreds of other aspiring chefs. Bea is truly gifted, and she and I have created a menu of Belizean and Caribbean favorites, along with delicious Asian specialties. Our guests tell us we have some of the best food on the island. Don't miss her Key Lime Pie!


The Unique Benefits of this villa: Our home includes spacious rooms and exquisite furnishings, in addition to unobstructed views of the Caribbean. Casa Rana is a living-breathing piece of art, dancing with energy twenty four hours a day. At night the unique lighting transforms the home into another dimension. Bring your family and friends and share with us a most memorable bare foot vacation. Staying in a stunning 3,000 square foot luxury home with its own private beach, plunge pool ( 10' x 14'), and dock, is an extraordinary experience very few people ever get a chance to do.. We now have the largest private palapa on the island. Just observing the water, the sky and the sea will occupy hours of your time. The power of nature is here in its full glory.

Why the Owner Chose San Pedro: Belize is a land of many different cultures living in an unusually harmonious way. English is the official language and the country is governed according to English Law. It is a land of astounding beauty, and one of the last parts of the Caribbean to be fully explored. We were mesmerized with the beauty of the Caribbean water, the sky and the island of Ambergris Caye. This was a place where we knew we wanted to be. Our varied backgrounds includes (among other professions) design and building, and we wanted to build a home that was a 'work of art and spirituality', to be shared with all who chose to visit.

Property manager

Owner

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

A Gorgeous Home with Pool Lower Winter Rates!
BEACHFRONT GOLD STAR ACCOMMODATION with POOL San Pedro

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

The closest beach to PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL is Secret Beach (7.4 km).

Does PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL have a pool?

PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private pool and pillowtop beds.

What makes PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and pillowtop beds all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL.

Is PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

No, PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL?

No, pets are not allowed.

PRIVATE BEACHFRONT HOME with PRIVATE POOL Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Beach Vacation
Beautiful ocean view! The caretakers of the home, James and Bea, made the experience great. The bedrooms have mini split air conditioners that can be used limited hours. The house is otherwise cooled at the mercy of the ocean breeze. The hammock, lounges, and wooden chairs provide plenty of comfortable outdoor seating. The 8x8 mini pool in the deck is great for a quick dip to cool off. The wildlife was abundant and so cool to watch. The location is 7 miles north of town. There are wonderful neighbors close and lots of fishermen walking the beaches. It doesn’t feel isolated, except being a 30 min drive from town for resources. The ocean saltwater isn’t kind to the beautiful furnishings. The fans, sofa seams, kitchen knives, etc are rusted. It’s just part of being that close to the ocean without climate control. James is like a personal tour guide for all things local. He showed my boys little fishing tips (caught a hundred!), coconut harvesting, wild life knowledge, fish filleting, restaurant suggestions, etc.. It made the experience even better. James has great resources for excursions who pick up on the dock. The boat advertised in all the pictures is not available for transport anymore. I saw online that the boat and home are for sale. This house is the best place to relax in an authentic beach atmosphere, if you want something different from the typical resort destination.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and Location - wonderful people
This was a very special trip and our first to Belize and staying at Casa Rana made the trip even more incredible. This stay was luxury. The house was beautiful and as described. Everything was in good shape outside the house as well such as furnishings, pool, and dock. The Host Diana communicated every well prior to arrival to make everything smooth and organized. She made arrangements for our airport taxi, golf cart rental, our first few meals at the house, and on site massages. It was a lot of coordination but she was really patient and helpful and put us at ease. The house staff were incredible. Really. Just genuinely good and nice people, but also such hard workers. We ate dinner prepared by Bea 3 nights in the house and each meal was delicious and loved by all. She was in and out of the house quickly for light housekeeping so we never had to work around her and she kept the house looking barely lived in. James made sure the pool and grounds were clean, helped with some post arrival arrangements, and taught us all how to fish off the dock. We all really fell in love with these two. Finally, the island. It was everything we’d hoped for. The people were friendly and welcoming, there was so much to do. Because of where Casa Rana sits and the different activities we had planned, we did have to cart into San Pedro quite a lot, but it really wasn’t bad. The serenity, natural beauty, people, and privacy of our location was well worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris p., Stratford Ct

Liked: Cleanliness
Don’t stop Belizing!
Two couples reunited and the breeze felt sooo good. The cleanliness and helpfulness created by Bee and James was seamless. House was as advertised, palapa was perfect. Small plunge pool was clean and refreshing. The breeze off the blue ocean was mesmerizing. Thank you Diana and Richard for your hospitality! See you soon. You best Belize!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M., Greeley

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven on earth!
Casa Rana was amazing. The house was beautiful and had everything that was needed. The grounds were lovely, and the dock and palapa were amazing. The owners were on site, but did not intrude in any way. The caretaker and his wife (also onsite) were friendly and amazing in every way! From cooking meals for us, to light housekeeping and laundry. They also helped with booking snorkeling trips and onsite massages! James even filled in as a fourth for the boys evening cornhole games! I could have stayed much longer (dang work and lack of adequate funding!). I guarantee you will not be disappointed with your stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
We stayed at Casa Rana for several days and had a wonderful stay. The house itself is very well taken care of. The grounds are spectacular, right on the water with your own dock to sit on and watch the fish swim right below you. The caretakers here are the real gem, James and Ms. Bea really made our experience. We were able to fish from the dock with James and enjoy wonderful dinners prepared by Ms. Bea. We rented golf carts, but didn't end up using them much, except for a couple trips to the store for provisions. Being able to pre-order groceries really helped us out with not having to go anywhere else. We would happily return for another relaxing vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Casa Rana Belize
This is a stunning house right on the beach at Ambergris Caye, Belize. Well appointed and comfortable with lots of room. The housekeepers, James and Bea, were so helpful and personable and willing to make our stay memorable and fun. We were lucky to have perfect weather and no sargassum. What a vacation spot.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M S., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Our stay at Casa Rana was wonderful. It is perfectly kept home inside and out. Its a lovely set up and all the bedrooms are air conditioned. The owner and operator is very helpful in helping set up your trip and plan for events. And the staff is second to none! Having groceries delivered prior to our arrival was key. The road down to San Pedro and around this island is bumpy, so allow plenty of time and patience for getting around. Wonderful dock to hang out on and beautiful clean beach and pool on the property to enjoy. We liked using the two kayaks for going out on our own snorkel trips nearby. Highly recommend this property to you and your family.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pk M.

Liked: Cleanliness
I wish I could give 6 stars!!
The home owner, Richard, has created a tropical paradise where everything down to the smallest detail is just perfect. The photos for this home are beautiful but can't capture all the magic. I have been renting from VRBO for 15+ years and this was easily the best rental ever. From the time we arrived until we left, Richard and his staff of groundskeeper, James, and housekeeper, Bea, take care of everything from dinners to golf cart rentals to arranging excursions with the best companies who will pick you up at the end of their private pier. This place is special, look no further for the perfect private getaway.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Rana is THE place to stay on Ambergris Caye!
It was hard to tell/understand before going to San Pedro, but this is definitely the place to stay on the island! It’s about a 20-minute golf cart ride from Secret Beach and only a little farther to the center of town. We did not understand how much we would appreciate being farther from town until we got to Casa Rana. The house had just about everything you need, a beach, a pool, a dock, amazing hosts, and access to bars and restaurants. Moreover, you can leave for snorkeling excursions directly from the dock! You do not have to worry about going all the way into town. The owner, Richard, even arranged for the golf cart we rented to be delivered directly to Casa Rana so that we didn’t need to arrange additional transportation to get to the rental shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE Perfect Vacation
Our family of five stayed at Casa Rana for one week. The house was gorgeous and James & Bea were over the top helpful and informative. We did two excursions and James arranged for us to be picked up at our dock for both of them. Richard had a golf cart delivered to the home to be used for the duration of our stay. We loved carting around the island daily! It couldn’t have been better. And the meal Bea made for us was incredible. Can’t wait to go back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Belize
Wonderful home, great stay in Belize!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with extraordinary staff
My husband and another couple (with their daughter) stayed at Casa Rana for a week in March 2023 and had a wonderful time. Ambergris Caye has a wide range of properties for rental and this house with accompanying waterfront property/pier was well suited for our needs. The house is spacious and well cared for. The property is located approximately 7 mi north of San Pedro in a quiet area and is perfect for families seeking a more secluded place with modern amenities. The dock/pier was one of the highlights, with abundant sea life literally a short walk away. There are small restaurants/bars nearby for a night out if desired. I must give a shout out to the marvelous staff, James and Bea, for their help with our vacation. James is the property manager, but has a canny ability to facilitate guest experiences and conveniences, as well as an insightful knowledge about the area, the people, the animals and the plants. Bea is an excellent cook and insightful hostess and made our stay comfortable and satisfying. They made hospitality look effortless. Thank you so much!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Correy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property.
The house and property were perfect for our family of six. The caretakers James and Bea were great. James did a great job lining up our excursions with the local guides and he is very knowledgeable about San Pedro. Bea is an amazing chef, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H., Cleveland, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Rana an all around fabulous experience!
Casa Rana is a spectacular location and absolutely beautiful home with gorgeous views. Richard and Diana are wonderful, they own the home and are very gracious, kind hosts! James and Bea run the property and they are beyond fantastic. Bea cooked us dinner two nights, you absolutely must have her traditional Belizian dinner. We're still talking about it! James was awesome and he scheduled two great boat tours to snorkel. The snorkeling is amazing, the Mexico Rocks reef is a direct view from the home. The turquoise blue sea is beyond words. You can fish right off the deck under the palapa, so fun we had a great time! We rented a golf cart too and you can cruise around town ~ lots of great restaurants/bars. We carted to Secret Beach which was a super fun experience! Casa Rana is a beautiful home with very feng shui vibes. Richard was fantastic with responding to our questions and helping to prepare for the trip. We had a very relaxing week and would 100% recommend staying here! Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
Our stay was great! Host and property were amazing. James was excellent and set up excursions for us. Bea’s cooking was top notch. Highly recommend and would book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Belizian family or couples beach getaway!
Beautiful spacious property and location! We were very well cared for by James and Bea! The meals we had Bea prepare were wonderful. We would not hesitate to come back! Thank you- Richard, Diana, James and Bea!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time in Belize (San Pedro)
We had a fantastic time on our vacation and house is as described. James and Ms. Bea were terrific and really made our vacation special. Ms. Bea is a FANTASTIC cook and James was super helpful in setting up our excursions including our snorkeling trip and renting our golf cart. House owners were also very helpful in making suggestions and making sure everything was ok. My dining recommendations include Sweet Water, Portofino, Moon that are all close by the house. In downtown San Pedro I recommend Elvi's Kitchen. O
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, beautiful location
Stayed here with our family of 6 for 6 nights in December 2022. The house is beautiful, well maintained, and very comfortable, we really enjoyed spending time on the dock. James the caretaker made our stay seamless for us, assisting with excursions, advice and fishing. Highly recommend having Bea cook for your first night at least, we really appreciated having dinner ready for us. Richard and Diane were very helpful with advice from getting to the island to what to do and where to get what we needed. Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Belize
My family stayed at Casa Rana for Christmas holiday. The home was beautiful and everything as pictured. Beautiful, quiet area with everything you need on site. Richard, the owner stopped by several times to make sure we had everything we needed and assisted with any questions. James was on site and helped my son and husband with all their fishing needs and went out of his way to make sure they had a great experience. He was so helpful with arranging any rides we needed…due to rain and winds we needed a taxi vs golf cart for dinner in town. He also set us up for diving and snorkeling excursions. Bea kept the home nice and clean and cooked us an amazing dinner! We couldn’t get enough of her ceviche!!! The home was about 35 minutes golf cart ride for us to town which isn’t bad but we had the bazaar weather front that hit us with high winds and rain so we didn’t explore the town other then dinners. Overall everyone involved with the home was incredible and welcoming. We were treated great and plan to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home
Casa Rana is a delightful property. The team onsite made everything a breeze, from preparing wonderful, home-cooked meals, to cleaning and doing laundry, to making arrangements for snorkeling and fishing expeditions that pick you up from the property’s dock. Speaking of which, everyone should have a spot like the dock as their personal happy place. It’s amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Casa Rana
Casa Rana is awesome. My family had the most amazing week in Belize and Bea, James, Richard and Casa Rana were a huge part of that success. House - The house itself is lovely. The main part of the house has no AC, but we spent the majority of our time outside so that didn’t matter at all. Bedrooms all had AC and cooled super quick when we went to sleep. Beds were so comfortable. The beach is lovely white sand. Unfortunately their beautiful beach has seaweed at the shore, but that is every house on this side of the island. However the dock is so wonderful. It is huge, has 5 comfortable chairs, and you can swim off the dock. I would rent Casa Rana again even knowing this. Richard was great giving me information on tours, provisioning, flights, etc. all the I do was very helpful. James was super helpful. 1st he arranged everything we needed at the house. He set us up with kayaks and he was instrumental in helping us book a 2nd trip to the mainland when our 1st trip was cancelled. He arranged a one on one trip with a tour guide so we could still see the Mayan Ruins at Lamanai. The house is 7 miles to town. With a golf cart, 4 miles of paved road, and 3 miles of unpaved road it is about a 45 min trip. Richard sends a cab to pick you up and drop off at the airport. It is a closer trip to Secret Beach from Casa Rana than town. And there are restaurants out towards the house. We went to Portofino and it was really good. We did not mind at all being 7 miles away from town. The main reason for this was that we had Bea cook dinner for us on 4 different nights. We went out 2 nights (one at Truck Stop and one at Portofino). The main reason that I booked Casa Rana was because of the reviews regarding Beas cooking. The reviews were 100% accurate. Her food was sooooo good. The coconut ceviche, the belizean chicken, all the rice…everything we ate. We had appetizers and dessert at every meal. It was sooooo good. If you wanted to be closer to town this might not be the house for you, but we loved being able to stay at the house, have dinner and then go have drinks on the beautiful dock. While we were in Belize we also became PADI Certified. We did all online classes prior to the trip and then did our pool training at the house and all the open water dives in the reef. We used White Sands Dove shop and I totally recommend them. It is super close and we were picked up from the dock. I also recommend their fishing and beach bbq trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Trip!
We had an amazing time during our Stay at Casa Rana. Richard, James and Bea made it feel like a home away from home. All of our needs were taken care of from groceries before we arrived to booking all of our excursions with James to dinners made by Bea. Our group of 7 couldn’t have had a better time. We all highly recommend Casa Rana for your stay on Ambergris Caye.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible House & Hosts
Casa Rana is everything as described and more. It is beautiful, immaculately maintained, and supported by a fantastic team. We loved our time on the property, relaxing and enjoying the ocean breeze. There is a second-story balcony with a wonderful swing where we found ourselves most nights. Each bedroom has an air conditioner that is strong and makes sleeping very comfortable. It is a perfect place if you want to settle in and unwind. Bea and James, the caretakers, were fantastic. Bea cooked for us for three nights, and each meal was delicious. James took care of organizing our activities and even made it possible for our adult children to fish off the dock behind the house. They caught a variety of fish that then James cleaned the fish, and we cooked them. It was one of the highlights of the trip. The owners and the caretakers live on the property and are accessible, but you wouldn't know they are there. It's a perfect situation. The house is pretty far from town, and the road is rough. I wouldn't plan on taking trips to town every day. Richard, the homeowner, generously reserves and has delivered a golf cart, if you want, to the property. My only recommendation is that you consider upgrading the golf cart rental. We had an incredible day of snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Alley with Catamaran Belize. That was worth the trip to town. Final word - this house is about rest, relaxation, and restoration.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We had such a lovely time at Casa Rana! Richard was so helpful from the moment we booked the house, thoughtfully going over every detail of our needs and wishes for a wonderful family vacation. The house is magical, and as appealing as the pictures of the home may be they do no service to Diane’s attention to detail. Bea’s cooking is so phenomenal at a certain point we didn’t want to eat in the restaurants in town because her creations were far superior. James was helpful every single day, showing us how to fish off the dock and organizing an epic snorkeling adventure off the reef which you can see from the house. Richard and Diane are a stone’s throw away in a smaller home that Diane also designed. They are always ready, willing and able to help make the trip everything you hoped for. The only impediments we experienced had nothing to do with the house, or its lovely proprietors. We thought there would be a swimmable beach but because of the sea weed piling on the shore that wasn’t possible. You can however swim off the end of the dock where there’s an amazing array of sea life including snappers and the local barracuda. This home is magical! Enjoy!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Rana
Beautiful property, a ways north but great amenities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022