A covered oceanfront veranda overlooks the Caribbean from this upstairs 1-bedroom house in Hopkins. Swim from the private beach or 100-foot pier, then relax in the open-plan villa with a king bed and full kitchen.
The Space
Shallow Bay Beach House consists of two separate private villas. This listing is for the upstairs one-bedroom villa; a separate listing is available for the downstairs two-bedroom villa. Each unit has its own private entrance, and both may be rented together when available.
This oceanfront home sits directly on the Caribbean and offers a private setting with beautiful views. The second-floor villa features a covered balcony overlooking the ever-changing sea, along with comfortable furnishings and thoughtful details throughout.
Highlights include:
- Private, secure entrance
- Covered veranda with panoramic ocean views
- Private 100-foot pier with a thatched-roof palapa
- King-size bed
- Air conditioning
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Cable television
- Ceiling fans
- Spacious living room with an open floor plan
- Fully equipped kitchen and dining area
- Full-size bathroom with a large walk-in mosaic shower
- Laundry room with a modern washer and dryer
- Handcrafted stained glass
- Rich mahogany and exotic woodwork
The open layout allows the ocean breeze to flow through the home. Enjoy a comfortable king-size bed, a spacious mosaic shower, and the convenience of preparing meals without leaving the property.
Outdoor Living
Relax on your private beach, swim in the warm, shallow Caribbean water, or snorkel whenever the mood strikes. The property’s 100-foot pier includes stairs leading directly into the ocean, providing convenient access to deeper water.
From the veranda, watch the sunrise over the sea while enjoying native coffee. Tropical flora and fauna, beautiful coastal scenery, and abundant marine life surround the home.
Guest Access
The following areas and amenities are shared with the other villa:
- Downstairs laundry room
- Beach
- 100-foot pier
- Thatched-roof palapa
- Wooden Adirondack chairs
- Lounge chaise
- Outdoor barbecue
- Driveway parking
Location and Activities
The resort area is only minutes away and offers restaurants, bars, golf cart rentals, and kayak rentals. The village of Hopkins provides local charm, culture, food, music, and welcoming residents.
The property manager is a licensed tour operator and can help arrange excursions throughout Belize. Activities include:
- Hiking in the jungle
- Exploring the sea
- Climbing a Mayan ruin
- Bird-watching
Important Information
Belize is a developing Caribbean country, so power outages and internet interruptions can occur, particularly during strong storms. These disruptions are generally brief and resolved quickly.
The area is home to a diverse expatriate community. You may occasionally see neighbors, construction activity, or workers maintaining nearby properties.
The hosts are relaxed, open-minded, and understanding travelers who welcome guests with a similar outlook.
Sargassum and Ocean Access
Sargassum, or floating seaweed, is a natural and unpredictable Caribbean phenomenon. It can occasionally wash onto eastern-facing beaches, causing temporary odors or making the shoreline less suitable for swimming.
The property’s extended pier often provides clearer access to deeper water beyond near-shore accumulation, including during occasional sargassum periods.
Wildlife Awareness
The coastal location is home to diverse marine life. Please remain attentive while swimming or wading.
- Stingrays are common in shallow, sandy areas. They bury themselves in the sand and are not aggressive, but they may sting if accidentally stepped on.
- To reduce the risk of stepping on a stingray, use the “stingray shuffle” by dragging or shuffling your feet along the bottom as you enter the water.
- If stung, soak the affected area in hot, but not scalding, water as soon as possible to help neutralize the venom. Seek medical attention if needed.
- On rare occasions, other marine life, including crocodiles, has been sighted in the area. Sightings are uncommon, but exercise extra caution by avoiding swimming alone, at dawn or dusk, or in murky water. Exit the water immediately if any large wildlife is spotted.
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What guests are saying
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Denise
1 year ago
Shallow Bay was beautiful, so cute, and very clean. The kitchen has everything you need. The covered deck is very large and we loved having coffee in the morning and nightcap in evening out there. It is super quiet and peaceful along with well landscaped and maintained lot. Jeannette the local contact person is extremely helpful with restaurant suggestions and tours. I would definitely come back and recommend staying here.
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Mark
1 year ago
If you want to stay in a well maintained, comfortable place that has amazing views and basks in the culture of the area, you cant miss with Shallow Bay.
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Mike
1 year ago
This place was gorgeous. My lady and I wanted something out of the way to have a quiet New Years Holiday and that is exactly what we found when we got to the Shallow Bay Beach House. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans for cooking when we wanted to and the town was close enough for us to get to easily but not too close that we were inundated with traffic and local noise. Overall it was a beautiful stay and well worth the price. I would (and already have) recommended this to anyone looking for a place to stay in Hopkins. Thank you so much Rita and Steve!
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Brian
1 year ago
The time that we spent in Hopkins at Steve and Rita‘s Place was not only relaxing and comfortable, but a home away from home. We’d definitely stay there again! We walked in, unpacked and had everything we needs at our fingertips. We enjoyed every minute. Hopkins is a small tight knit community where we felt welcome, but the rental location has a lot of privacy with iguanas, rays, fish, many species of birds, manatees and even an agouti visit! You will not regret booking this stunning home. Thank you Rita and Steve for making our first visit to Belize amazing! You better BELIZE we will be back. 🩵
5
William
1 year ago
Wow, what a beautiful and peaceful location. Right next to the ocean, with a great view right from the second story covered patio. Or you can go out to the dock and relax there or swim in the shallow warm water. The indoor space was perfect for my wife and I as we enjoyed the relaxing down time.
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Susan
1 year ago
I stayed at Shallow Bay to get away from it all. I needed alone time. I do have a few friends in the area that I was able to spend quality time with. I rented a golf cart to get around in the quaint town of Hopkins. Shallow Bay Beach House went beyond my expectations for solitude and beauty. I watched the sunrise many morning and was able to sleep in the other mornings. I watched on TV what I wanted to watch which I can’t do at home 😣 Every thing I needed was in the kitchen for when I wanted to stay at home for meals. Or I golf carted it into town for the other meals. And met great people there. Hopkins is now my home away from home and I’ll be scheduling my visits when ShallowBay is available ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Patricia
2 years ago
This house surpassed what we expected. It was truly lovely inside and was so well stocked. We spent many hours on the upper porch watching the pelican squadrons glide by and enjoying the sea views. We were glad we rented a funky little golf cart- watch out for the nasty speed bumps everywhere- so we could really explore all of Hopkins. Nice to be able to try local hideaways for dinner, too. Hopkins is very quiet- a sleepy village with zip nightlife but charming residents. We usually passed no one on the way back from dinner at 8:00. Neither the vacationers or villagers are big on parties- except for Sunday beach bbqs. Dogs & babies invited! I always point out the downsides in every review. This one is that the beaches are not walkable. Often docks extend into the surf or rock walks block the way. And the house is accurately named- you walk and walk out in the water to reach waist depth. But it’s seaweed free, delightfully warm, and a joy to bob around in for hours. Would gladly return!
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Chelsea
2 years ago
Rita and Steve’s house was absolutely a home away from home and it was absolutely beautiful. The views were spectacular and it was such a plus having the dock to spend time outside without having to get blasted by sunshine. The house had everything you could possibly need to cook at home and was in a great location to get dinner in Hopkins as well. The staff around the house were extremely helpful and everyone was friendly and welcoming. Checking in and out was flexible and the mattress was amazing. I have nothing but glowing reviews for this home and would highly recommend it for anyone interested in spending time in Hopkins!
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Ben
2 years ago
This place is amazing! Very close to the town area. Great food and drink nearby. Helpful check in host with carts available. Also great recommendations for activities!
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Dawn
3 years ago
Perfect for a relaxing and restful reset! Just what my hubby and I needed.
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