Notes from the host
Lucky Duck Villa
Lucky Duck Villa is a unique custom home located in the upscale Maya Beach area on a huge private ocean front lot with 250 feet of frontage on the Caribbean Sea with a private pool, large private ocean pier, mature landscaping and two spacious covered palapas that are located directly on a beautiful sandy beach.
This 4 story custom beachfront estate has 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, 2 living rooms, 2 kitchens indoor and outdoor dining areas as well as several covered patios overlooking the ocean.
A brand new large covered thatch palapa next to the pool was just completed which provides the perfect outdoor dinning and living area right on the beautiful sand beach. The Villa also features an amazing covered "Eagles Nest" deck on the 4th floor that has amazing sunrise and sunset views. Each bedroom in the villa has an amazing view of the beach and the ocean.
The house is situated in the middle of the huge heavily landscaped lot behind a gated entrance to ensure the utmost in privacy. Extending from the large private lot is your own large ocean front pier with covered palapa at the end which is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. The property has two hammocks that can easily be hung at the end of the pier to watch the sunrise or to take an afternoon siesta in.
Lucky Duck Villa is a certified Gold Standard Property by the Belize Tourism Board and managed by a highly respected company that manages numerous exclusive private islands and luxury waterfront villas in Placencia.
The villa is located in the quiet upscale area of Maya Beach on the Placencia Peninsula, just 6 miles North of the Placencia Airstrip. Maya Beach is a great area that provides for a very private beach setting, yet it is close to fine dining, upscale resorts and other activities. The villa is the perfect setting for you and your group to social distance and enjoy a slice of paradise.
The home comes with a dedicated team of onsite staff (that live in the separate detached staff house) to ensure it is cleaned and maintained to the highest standards and to make your stay an incredible experience.
The first floor of the main villa is a large open concept private master suite. This suite has a king-size bed in the bedroom nook, a queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room, a twin chaise lounge, and a gorgeous handmade wardrobe. It also has a small kitchenette with a refrigerator, water cooler, microwave, coffee pot, counter space, and a small kitchen table. There is also a workspace based on a hand carved desk with bookshelves and a WIFI printer. The bathroom has his and her sinks and a shower. The first floor patio opens directly to the beach, dip your toes in the water as soon as you go out the patio door. The new large thatch covered dining and living room adjacent to the pool provides the perfect cool spot to enjoy the ocean breeze and relax and have a group meal.
The second floor of the main villa consists of a private bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen. The bedroom has a queen size bed and a small closet to hang your clothing. The bathroom has a single sink and a small tub. The living room a twin size chaise lounge, smart TV, DVD player with movies, bookshelf with a handful of books, while the kitchen has, a stove, microwave, coffee pot, dishwasher, refrigerator, and all items needed to cook a meals. A dining room with a full size kitchen table and there is a small desk area for catching up on any work needs. There is a large covered deck with outdoor dinning area a pub table and four chairs where you can watch some of the most stunning sunrises.
The 3rd floor of the villa contains a master bedroom loft with ensuite bath, complete with a private patio that overlooks the ocean and access to a 4th floor eagles nest deck where you can gaze over the peninsula for miles, you can watch the sunrise over the ocean and the sunset over the lagoon.
Detached from the main villa and located over the garage is a private one bedroom unit over looking the ocean with a queen size bed, fully functional kitchen, with a breakfast bar, living room with a queen size sleeper sofa a TV, DVD player, a few books, a bathroom with a single sink, and walk in shower, a private patio with a pub table and amazing views of the beach and ocean.
Max Occupancy: 12 guests
ACCOMMODATIONS
Bedroom 1 First Floor - 1 King, 1 Queen sleeper sofa
Bedroom 2 Second Floor - 1 Queen
Bedroom 3 Third Floor - Master Loft - 1 King
Bedroom 4 Second Floor detached over the garage - 1 Queen
Also located on the property is a detached caretaker house where the villas full-time caretaker lives. The caretaker house is tucked into a corner of the huge lot to ensure privacy for our guests.
At Gecko Vacation Rentals, we are passionate about two things; providing the highest quality services and ensuring our guests have a great vacation & experience in Belize. This extraordinary property provides a one-of-a-kind setting, but the amenities we provide elevate it to a league of its own. From the personal chef to daily guest laundry, our idea is that our guests should not have to lift a finger. The staff at Lucky Duck Villa will stock the fully equipped kitchen with provisions as requested in advance, so our guests can get into vacation mode right away, with no effort and only the actual cost of the food they have selected. We will strive to make this your most memorable vacation experience. INCLUDED in the rental rate is:
Daily Maid Service
Chef Service - 3 days for weekly rental (Cost of food not included)
Guest Laundry Service
4 Seat Gas Golf Cart (with payment of $40 gas and usage fee)
High Speed Internet and WIFI
Use of Kayaks and paddle board located on beach at the villa
Full Time Concierge Service
On property spa services available upon request
Transfers to/from Placencia Airstrip on Check-In Day & Check-Out Day
Soap, Shampoo, paper goods, beach towels, etc, etc.
Welcome Drink
On site caretaker (lives in separate staff house)
ABOUT PLACENCIA
Placencia, located in Southern Belize, is the second most popular tourist destination in the country. It is situated on a 16-mile-long peninsula that is surrounded by a lagoon on one side and the Caribbean Sea on the other. It is much smaller, less congested and more laid back than Ambergris Caye/San Pedro. Being inland, Placencia provides easy access to many activities on the mainland like Mayan Ruins, waterfalls, ziplining and cave tubing to name a few. Placencia offers numerous restaurants, small shops, bars and the famous Placencia Sidewalk. It is the perfect place for an amazing Caribbean vacation!
GETTING FROM THE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO LUCKY DUCK VILLA
All international flights into and out of Belize are serviced through the Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), located northwest of Belize City. Your concierge will assist with arranging domestic transportation from BZE to Placencia. There are two options:
- Travel by plane on a local commuter flight from the airport (BZE) to the Placencia Airstrip (PLJ). Flight time is approximately 30 minutes. Once in Placencia, our staff will pick you up and take you to the villa. Our concierge will work with you to book the local flights as soon as you have your international flights ready.
- Travel by private shuttle van from BZE, where the driver will meet you outside of baggage claim. The drive time is approximately 2 hours. You’ll be taken directly to the villa. Our concierge will work with you to book the shuttle van as soon as you have your international flights ready.
THINGS TO DO
Concierge service is included with your rental to assist with arranging activities for your group including spa services, excursions and various types of entertainment right at the villa. Our concierge will assist in planning and booking your activities to enable you to get the most out of your trip.
BOOKING FEES & CANCELLATION POLICY
60 days or more prior to arrival - full refund less $150 booking fee
less than 60 days prior to arrival - no refund
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