Title: Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away. Vacation home in Benque Viejo Del Carmen with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510222/4fdf5832.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510222/e7439405.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510222/369cfe28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510222/0f04b834.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510222/38f2ee9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in an Eco-village on the Macal River, Casa Santa Maria offers a tranquil retreat. Take in jungle views from one of two outdoor covered decks or explore trails and gardens within the village. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Breakfast available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away. The Casa Santa Maria is a 3,000 sq. ft. retreat, located in an Eco-village on the Macal River features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, full kitchen, and an optional full meal plan. The house is powered by solar energy and has eco friendly water and septic systems. The property requires 4 wheel drive vehicle to access, but our manager can coordinate all local tours including ruins, horseback riding, Pontoon Boat excursions, etc. Bedrooms include a Master (queen), Main Floor (queen), Studio (queen) and two lower floor hotel rooms (double). The house features two outdoor covered decks and a jungle view to the Macal River. The Eco-village features a number of trails, gardens and look out locations of the Mayan Mountains. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Outdoor shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Safe ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101450000/101440200/101440111/dd34fc9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hidden in the Jungle - Amazing wildlife- Waterfalls close to Ruins Benque Viejo del Carmen, Cayo - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=101440111&PinnedHotelID=101440111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92060000/92057800/92057767/c99632a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular view with a loft ! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C16.99866%2C-89.05559&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yWfRY4wKH3TdZMHwJNFdoFxvnlM=) Benque Viejo del Carmen, Cayo #### What's nearby - Xunantunich Mayan Ruins - 45 min drive - 22.5 km - Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 48 min drive - 33.2 km - Green Iguana Conservation Project - 49 min drive - 33.9 km - San Ignacio Market - 50 min drive - 34.3 km - Belize Botanic Gardens - 58 min drive - 31.6 km #### Getting around - San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Five Sisters Restaurant - ‬89 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-out at Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away.? > Check-out is at 1:00 PM. ### Where is Casa Santa Maria - Jungle River Retreat, Off-The-Grid, Seclude Get Away. located? > Situated in Benque Viejo Del Carmen, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Macal River and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Che Chem Ha. Benque Viejo House of Culture and Poustinia Land Art Park are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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