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Caribbean Dream luxurious home with amazing views - Houses for Rent in Hopkins, Stann Creek District, Belize

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.

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.

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!

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. 🩵

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.

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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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!

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!

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!

Perfect for a relaxing and restful reset! Just what my hubby and I needed.

We loved our stay at Shallow Bay! We stayed in the top unit and it was lovely - it was very clean, spacious, had AC which was so nice since it was quite hot and humid, and had a stunning outside area with a table, hammock, and the most stunning views. It felt like you had your own private jungle beach oasis. We truly couldn't get over the views! The hosts were very helpful and responsible. The location was great and was a quick golf cart ride away to all the restaurants, bars, and stores. Overall, I highly recommend Shallow Bay! We fell in love with Belize and already can't wait to come back.

Our stay at Shallow Bay was perfect. We stayed in the second floor apartment (there is another unit on the first floor) and it was wonderful. It felt like being in a tree house! Right on the water, surrounding by palms and fragrant trees, the sound of the waves and leaves was so calming. The house has great airflow which is nice in a tropical (read hot and humid) location. We didn't need to run with AC with the windows open and the ceiling fans. The kitchen had all we needed and more. Bathroom shower was awesome. Lots of hot water! The location was especially good for us: we could walk to the "hotel zone" of Hopkins in about 10-15 minutes. All in all, I would highly recommend Rita and Steve's place for anyone looking for a quiet getaway.

We found Rita & Steve's top floor unit to be exactly as described on Airbnb. The interior & property are cared for beautifully. The kitchen is well appointed, the bath/shower spacious. Being upstairs & looking out the windows is like being surrounded by beautiful coconut trees & landscaping with a wonderful ocean view! The unit is quiet & peaceful & the bed very comfortable. The property management team is top notch & responsive to any needs. Having beach cruiser bikes makes it an easy ride into Hopkins stores, restaurants & shops. We highly recommend Roast coffee shop.

One of the best vacations we’ve had. Great place to relax. The house has a great layout and catches the breeze well. Landscape is fantastic. Really lucky we picked this house for our stay.

What a lovely place! Was happy we went with this option over a resort/hotel. Lots of space, kitchen with appliances, access to washer/dryer. Very clean and private. There is another unit in the home but this wasn’t an issue. The beachfront access was stunning. Would stay again.

Beautiful location and place! Highly recommend.

This was one of our favorite stays of all time! The house was beautiful, comfortable, clean and so well equipped. Rita and Steve have thought of everything and communication with them was so easy. They go above and beyond for their guests and Janette their property manager was helpful and had some great suggestions for places to eat and visit during our stay. We absolutely fell in love with the view from Shallow Bay, Hopkins and all the people we met who call the village their home. Hopkins is a perfect base camp for snorkeling the barrier reef, fishing the Sittee River, and trips in Cockscomb, Xunantunich and Mayflower Bocawina. We cannot wait to return with our family someday!

Beautiful home with gorgeous woodwork. Beautiful view of the ocean with semi-private dock (shared only with any guests who may be downstairs). The apartment was very clean upon arrival. Very comfortable and spacious bed, closet space, and dresser drawers if needed. Large walk-in shower. Hosts were great about communication and checking on our needs. Unfortunately the sargassum (seaweed) was bad during our stay and the smell put a damper on being outside. The smell can be overwhelming in the heat of the day. There is a ladder at the end of the dock so you can enter the water and bypass the seaweed. Lots of good restaurants a short drive away. Overall a great home base for all the adventures Belize has to offer.

Exactly as described/pictured.  Well appointed, quiet spot with scenic views, close to town--only stayed for a few days but would gladly return for a longer stay.

Jason, thank you for staying with us and your review! You are always welcome in Shallow Bay and we hope to see you back soon.

My wife is a person who doesn’t often feel peace. Life is chaotic and when we go on vacation she ends up feeling more stressed than when at home. Shallow bay showed her that she has the power to be at peace. It is not an exaggeration to say that our experience was one of a lifetime and much of this was due to our beautiful accommodations at Shallow Bay. My wife and I spent our birthday week in Belize - a place we had never been before. My wife is a hotel type of person and love the kind of pampering she feels at a hotel. Shallow Bay was better than any hotel; impeccable decor, shiny wood beautiful floors, sleek and bohemian style glassware and plates, and everything we could need. The communication was tremendous and informative of how to get there, where to go, what to eat, what to see, it was truly an all-inclusive AirBnB experience. Rita & Steve were great hosts and work with a local company for anything else we need locally. And let’s talk about the sunset and sunrise - laying on the hammock or sitting on the chairs at the end of the dock, listening to the lap of the water against the rocks! And when you get a bit warm, you lower the ladder from the dock and take a dip into the water that is about 3 feet deep. And you float and listen to the breeze through the palm trees. When we were not making our own breakfast or rum punch drinks in the kitchen at the house, we would take a 3 minute drive or 15 minute walk to the row of beachfront resorts and bars. The location of the house is perfect! We are one day back from our trip and my wife put on her video of the quiet breeze and water with birds chirping that she took the first morning there - I am trying to get the feeling back and hold onto it until we can return. Shallow Bay is magical….we have shown our friends the picture of the full moon over the water at Shallow Bay and they think it is from a Hollywood Major Production Set. Thank you again. We will be back over and over again.

Rita and Steve's Shallow Bay home was everything we wanted in Belize. It was super easy to find and check in. The sunrises in the morning were beautiful. The house was perfect and had everything you could need. They checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed. This house is perfect whether you want to have an adventurous jungle hiking and snorkeling vacation or just want relax and take in all the natural beauty around you.

Thank you, Layton for writing review. We appreciate it very much and always happy to hear when our guest have the best time and enjoying our place. You are always welcome here!

It is written in the documentation, but for anyone else like me who may have missed it, know that this is not an entire house; you'll have the top floor, and guests using an additional listing will have the bottom floor. With that out of the way, there is nothing bad to say about our stay. Privacy: 5/5, the house and trees along the property make it to where you truly are private. Also, the floor/ceiling must be extremely well insulated as we never heard out guest downstairs. We had two different groups stay below us and we never heard a peep, even at night when it was very quiet. Security: 5/5, there are outdoor cameras, a locking gate leading to your place, so you, your kids, or pets can enjoy themselves and you can be certain they are safe. Comfort: 5/5, the shower is enormous and the hot water was endless. The dock and hammock are as relaxing as the pictures seem. Internet: 5/5, very fast and reliable for 95% of our trip Quiet/Calm: 5/5, the listing says there might be construction, and there was very light construction on a couple days on a house way down the street, but I believe the hosts don't even need to list it as it was beyond quiet. One of the biggest things you'll be able to enjoy staying here is the quietness and peace into the hammock, on the dock, or on your private beach. Other: The hosts provided a large fresh water jug, coffee, batteries, and a local phone. My wife cooks and she had everything she needed in the kitchen, every type of pot and pan. The stove is gas as well so that was icing on the cake.All of these were much appreciated! Fi We Mart is a great grocery store with a wide selection (check expiration dates before buying!) Beaches and Dreams is a phenomenal place to hop in to tours (you'll hop in on the resort tours, all guides were knowledgeable and very kind) Odyssea and Driftwood has the best food, everything we got was delicious Note: The main strip says "One Way" but it's more of a suggestion... maybe it'll be a two-way in the future, but for now, it may sound crazy, but its totally the norm to drive in the bike lane on the main street. Just drive slow as people will cross the road, stand in the road, walk, drive, pass, load, and everything in between on that road. But it's the way! Very laid back Conclusion: Belize was incredible and Rita and Steves place is somewhere I'd stay a thousand times over. Thanks for having us!

Andrew, thank you very much for this factual great review.  It was our pleasure to host you. You are welcome back anytime!

Janette was great in helping us getting everything set up. The Location was amazing the backyard was a beach. Breathtaking views.  We would stay again in a heartbeat.

Perfect place to stay in Hopkins area.  Good home-base from which to travel to other spots like Placencia and National Parks.

Shallow Bay Beach House is an excellent, beautiful home, from the first minute untill our last day we feel very happy and well looked after. We'll spent a unforgettable time there. Thanks so much Rita and Steve and of course Janette

Thank you, Helga for staying with us and writing a very nice review. We loved to have you as our guests and you are welcome back anytime!

We had a wonderful stay in Hopkins. The space was great and the hosts really go the extra mile to make sure you have everything you need. Would recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing stay in Hopkins.

Jeremy, thank you for recommending Shallow Bay Beach House. We enjoyed to have you as our guests and happy to hear you had a wonderful stay. We hope to see you back.

Book this place! Amazing views. Close to good restaurants. Tons of great adventures near by!

Krysten & Paul we loved to have you as our guests and thanks so much for recommending Shallow Bay Beach House!

This place was absolutely Great!  Would recommend renting a car and take bug spray, sand fleas will like you. Don't let that stop you though, just an annoyance. Our trip was amazing, you wont be disappointed.

Thank you S for your review and recommending Shallow Bay Beach House!

This is a must stop on your bucket list, this place is so amazing. The perfect place to relax and recenter your busy life. Rita and Steve are so easy to work with. Very accommodating, from the time of the booking to the time that we left. The price is right for what you get, your own paradise.  You can just relax or use this a springboard for you next adventure, snorkeling, diving, zip lining, tubing, hiking, it's a grate location. We had a wonderful time and we'll be back 100%. Garrett and Linda

Hi Garett and Linda, thank you so much for a glowing review of Shallow Bay Beach House. We loved to hear you guys had such a good time and planning on coming back! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you back soon.

If you plan on being in the Hopkins area, this is the place to be!  Sit out on the dock and watch the pelicans or sit on your deck and watch the stars at night! Relax, this is Belize!

Rita and Steve’s place is absolutely amazing. We were lucky enough to have it al to ourselves, which afforded us private moonlit walks on the private pier, peace and quiet at all times, and just the kind of isolation we were looking for. Hopkins is not far - rent a car! - and is host to some of the friendliest, most helpful people you can imagine. You can’t get a better place for your money anywhere!

Matthew, thank you for the great review! We enjoyed having you as a guest. You always welcomed back to Shallow Bay Beach House.

Very picturesque place, great local insights into the area and helpful people if you ever need anything.

Thank you, AG. We enjoyed having you as our guest. Glad you had a good time and found Shallow Bay a very picturesque place.

A Real paradise.... The perfect location in every way. Sun sand and surf. Within walking distance of town and several great restaurants. The Photos online really do not do the property justice. Super clean, everything looked brand new. Watching the sun rise from the decks as the manatees playing just beyond the private dock. All for an incredible price. What more could you ask for? The owner and the property manager was also super helpful Always going above and beyond, she even arranged a snorkeling tour which were nice enough to pick us up from our own dock. And also provided us with a local pre-paid cell phone.

The house is amazing and cozy. We really enjoyed our time in there,  we recomend it for a couples trip, is very romantic waking up and have breakfast with the ocean view. Janette, the property manager was amazing! she is an incredible person who will help you with whatever you need.

We had a great experience staying at this property! The views were amazing and the home was beautiful and clean. Had everything needed to make your stay comfortable. We mostly dealt the the property manager, and she was amazing. Would always respond within the hour, and very helpful when it came to booking tours, finding places to eat etc. Would stay here again for sure!

Charming upstairs space with wonderful sea breezes. Spacious and open.

Shallow Bay is paradise.  The beach felt very private, the house was sparkling clean, and Hopkins is a lovely town.  We absolutely will stay at Rita and Steve's place again on our next trip to Belize!

This is a wonderful place to stay for awhile! My husband and I really loved our 5 nights here, enjoying sunrises on the deck and afternoons on the dock. We really liked the setting and the simple, functional and very pleasing aesthetics of the house. I loved how well equipped the kitchen is, and how spacious the house feels. Janette and Alex were great (property managers); very helpful and personable. I'm not sure we understood that we would have downstairs neighbors, as it is listed as whole house. I will be more careful in figuring that sort of thing out in the future. Although we prefer privacy, it worked out fine to cross paths in the yard or at the dock. The grounds are well cared for, and the sargassism was begin taken out of the water by the dock regularly, which made getting in the water possible.  Generally, it was a very hospitable and enjoyable stay!

We loved Hopkins. We were able to rent a golf cart while we were there and that was super fun to get around town.

This place was everything as advertised. Very clean and comfy. Janette was great, very easy to get ahold of and always willing to help. The bikes were a great touch as we did not have a vehicle, so we used them to ride into town for dinner every night. On a clear night, the view of the stars from the dock is second to none. Highly recommend.

The home: So beautiful. The pictures do not capture how truly amazing the view the view is from the balcony. We really loved the stained glass and vaulted ceilings. I suggest that you see what’s there before going to the market (there may be food, supplies, bug spray, etc.) it felt like home! Janet, the property management was extremely responsive. Hopkins: If you’re looking to slow things down and appreciate the simple things in life, Hopkins is the place to be! We will definitely be back.

Thank you, Page. We appreciate your review and recommending Hopkins and Shallow Bay Beach House to future guests. We hope to see you again.

We had a wonderful stay in this upstairs unit.  Security was no issue and we felt completely safe at all times.  You are in a fairly remote location here, we walked about 20 minutes to a few restaurants.  We walked about 20 minutes the other direction to the marina as well.  Janette was quite pleased to organize golf carts or taxis if we had wanted them.  We managed with a couple of trips into town, once in a golf cart we rented for 24 hours (pretty much enough to see most of the village and get groceries), once we stopped on the way back from a jungle trip with our guide.  The unit was so well appointed, starting with the cleanly kept area out front to park if need be, to the lovely well-tended plants, to the unit itself.  We loved the local hardwood finishings especially in the kitchen.  The range was beautiful, 6 burners with a griddle area.  We found it easy to prepare quick meals at home.  The dock was great with chairs that made it easy to watch the beautiful night sky.  We had great swimming the first few days then the sargassum (sic?) came in.  The guests in the downstairs had great luck fishing right out front-snapper and bonefish.  The locals said there was lobster out there as well but the weather and our timing didn't work. The kitchen was well supplied with spices, the bathroom had extra towels and some bug sprays and sunscreen available.  It really felt like home.  Nice comfy bed, we didn't even need the air conditioning at night with the great celing fans.  All in all a great place to call home while you relax in Hopkins!  We went to Cockscomb and Bocowina which were both easy day trips.    Thanks so much Rita and Steve!!

Staying in Belize? Hopkins is about 2.5 hours from Belize city. Want a place that all of your friends and family will be absolutely jealous of? This is the place you have been looking for. Fantastic space with breathtaking views. Private beach. Um yes please!! Relax on your own private porch and watch the sun set. Take a little cat nap in the hammock. No noisy neighbors here. Comfortable furniture, all the amenities that your would want and expect, and fantastic people in Hopkins. This place hits the 5 stars on every level. You will not be disappointed if you book this place. If we travel to Hopkins again. We will fight hard to make sure we have this place again. :) WiFi, bikes, tv, full kitchen, cool space, laundry facility, private everything. And did I mention breathtaking views? Every morning was a coffee and staring at the ocean kind of morning. Janette was there for every question, tour experience and dining needs we had. Very helpful and kind.

Aaron, thank you for the fantastic review. We always like to hear that our guests enjoy their stay. We love Shallow Bay also and as you have, enjoy the peaceful and scenic experience it provides. Hopkins village is growing and offer loads of food and entertainment choices. We hope you come visit us again soon.

This place was awesome. Great location, amenities, and the property manager Janette is wonderful. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was a delight. 

Amy, thank you. We happy to know you enjoyed staying at Shallow Bay. We hope to see you coming back soon.

This home was beautiful and relaxing.  Their home is split in two, so there were other people staying in the other half of the home while we were there.  We never heard them, so it still felt like we had the home to ourselves.  The bed was comfy.  The shower was amazing.  Unfortunately there was a lot of seaweed, so we did not make use of the dock (obviously not the hosts can control), but we made use of the porch and hammock, which were great!  We also went just down the road to another beach at a resort, where we were able to enjoy the ocean and beach!  Janette, the property manager, was so helpful and hospitable, and we greatly appreciated having her as a resource.  We would definitely recommend this home to anyone and would stay here again if we return to Hopkins!

Cristine, thank you very much for your nice review and recommending Shallow Bay Beach House. Janette is amazing and we are happy to learn you had enjoyed your stay. We only wish you could stay longer and welcome you back anytime.

The apartment is comfortable and has everything you need. The terrace has a wonderful view of the ocean with cool breezes coming from the sea. It is a quiet place. You do need a car. We had a lots of rain while we were there and the road was full of potholes so it took awhile to get into town. However, they were working on the road when we left.

A wonderful quiet neighborhood away from town. The outdoor veranda was excellent and the space was clean and comfortable.