[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool Family-friendly vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993900/18993831/d903c4ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993900/18993831/6d70a5cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993900/18993831/83e2d57d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993900/18993831/f73e42b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993900/18993831/e709b8ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a breezy hilltop near San Ignacio, Casa Hill View offers serene surroundings and near-360° panoramic views of the Maya Mountains. Relax in a hammock or gather over morning coffee on the sunrise deck, with amenities like a pool, high-speed WiFi, rainfall showers and an optional in-house chef. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 63000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Hot tub - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool Nestled amongst lush tropical forest on a breezy hilltop just outside of downtown San Ignacio, our serene 3-bedroom home awaits your arrival. Casa Hill View offers stunning near-360° panoramic views of the surrounding Maya Mountains and its resident tropical birds. Enjoy ample space for solo quiet time in a hammock, or gathering over morning coffee in the open-concept living space and attached sunrise deck. Amenities include pool, high-speed wifi, two rainfall showers, and optional in-house chef. The Space All three bedrooms offer complete privacy and comfortable beds (1 king, 1 double, 2 twins). The double bedroom on one end of the home has a bonus tv lounge attached. The other two private bedrooms open onto a sprawling screened-in porch perfect for reading and yoga. The sloping gardens and walkways off the eastern pool deck offer superb birdwatching and sunrise views. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### 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. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Strictly not allowed. Not smoking on decks either. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37330000/37323200/37323183/099b8a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Home with Mountain Views and Pool San Ignacio Town - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 82 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=37323183&PinnedHotelID=37323183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91710000/91709300/91709262/aac35727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exotic High End Unique Off-The-Grid Treehouse, steps away from the Mopan River! 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Sleeps up to 10 San Ignacio - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 57 reviews CA $138 CA $325 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=34196363&PinnedHotelID=34196363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Remove personal items Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Leave the surface kitchen clean, the rest can stay as it is. We take care of garbage, linens, towels, refrigerator, etc. Lock all doors and close master bedroom window for the rain. Open the gate by getting closer to it. Comeback to leave the remote control on the kitchen island. The gardener will close the gate afterward. Lock the main door on your way out. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No unregistered guests allowed. Kindly keep the door close when A/C is in function in the bedroom. Music at low level only. No dogs inside the house. We find it rude when you throw your beer caps over the decks around the property. Smoking not allowed. Use only the set of towels that have been provided to you. Avoid cleaning muddy feet with white towels. Let us know when something breaks its helpful. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: toys available (mega blocks, legos, jenga, etc.) ### Events No events allowed Music strictly at low level only at ALL times. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Strictly not allowed. Not smoking on decks either. ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Music strictly at low level only at ALL times. Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 Property Registration Number 21346 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Beautiful Modern Impressive Panoramic View Pool-for Bird Lovers Beautiful Modern Impressive Panoramic View Pool-for Bird Lovers ## 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%7C17.16314%2C-89.04398&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fsVx7JPVlKrE1kpH6NqZqWhhcyI=) Santa Elena, Cayo district #### What's nearby - San Ignacio Market - 5 min drive - 2.9 km - San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 5 min drive - 2.9 km - Green Iguana Conservation Project - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 7 min drive - 4.3 km - Belize Botanical Gardens - 23 min drive - 13.5 km #### Getting around - San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ko-Ox Han-Nah - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Hive - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tolacca Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hode's - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Guava Limb Café - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool located? > This family-friendly San Ignacio vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Macal River, San Ignacio Market and San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture. Ajaw Chocolate & Crafts and Branch Mouth are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 85 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful home and great location. The pool was well maintained and felt so nice after hiking. All communication with the owner was easy and helpful. Would definitely stay again! ##### David Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay in Cayo District Our family had a great time during our spring break. The house was clean, comfortable, and in a great location for our day trips to the ATM cave, Mayan ruins in Belize, and visiting Tikal. The host was great and met us on arrival and was there for check out. You should also consider arranging for the arrival dinner. It was really good and made for a relaxing first night.the gardens were beautiful, well maintained and the kids loved the pool. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was an amazingly beautiful and overall comfortable home in Santa Elena, Belize. The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable and the bedding was soft. The home was clean and secure.The only disappointment was when I read "ac" in the description, I presumed more of the home would have ac. The only ac was in a small bedroom that had a double bed. Overall, the home is very open and a constant breeze kept it mostly comfortable.I would stay here again for sure! ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kasey J. Jan 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We miss it so much! The house was incredible. The property was perfection. The host was responsive, and Consuela is the most lovely human! Make sure you arrange to have Consuela cook - it was one of our very favorite experiences during our few days in Santa Elena. I hope we will be back someday! ##### Kasey J. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TJ U. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay The property was beautiful, clean and well kept. The view is amazing and the property owner is extremely helpful and communicative. We used the owners cook and recommended tour guide as well and both could not have been better. We would definitely stay again. ##### TJ U. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam Jan 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful property, thank you! ##### Adam Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi H. Mar 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful scenery The home was a great place to stay and provided a new experience of life in a jungle-like environment. It was amazing! ##### Kristi H. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sara w. Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous home We had a great 3 nights in Santa Elena. The home was perfect for us, three teenage boys, my husband and I. Katia had great communication, made excellent recommendations for some fun adventures while we were there. Consuelo cooked us a delicious Christmas dinner. We couldn’t have asked for a better meal, eating on the veranda with a beautiful view overlooking the hills. So pretty! The home is a great location for adventures around San Ignacio and an excellent place to retreat to after a busy day. Comfy beds, hot showers, hammocks everywhere, just sit back and relax:) ##### sara w. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephen J. Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home! Gorgeous home and grounds. Katia is super helpful and responsive. The only issue we had was that the new girl they were training didn’t provide us all the information she should have during check in. Katia was quick to help out when we needed it, though. ##### Stephen J. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny M. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hillview House This house in Santa Elena is so cool! Our family of 5 stayed here for three nights. The house itself is well maintained, very spacious and clean. The views around the property are gorgeous and the surroundings are lush and so peaceful. We had Consuelo cook for us one nights and it was the best as she prepared food and cleaned up everything after. We got to relax after a long day. And Consuelo is so sweet and helpful. Wonderful stay and would highly recommend! ##### Jenny M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. Jun 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay Beautiful home with an amazing view. The home was clean and plenty of room for our family of five. We loved spending time in the pool after long hot days doing adventures. We had a delicious meal cooked by the property manager and the owner went above beyond aiding us in getting a left sweatshirt. Will definitely stay at this magical home again. ##### Kim S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John J., USA May 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Base for touring the Belize jungle and ruins Awesome stay. We really enjoyed the location and awesome view which is above the jungle outside of Santa Elena. We felt a part of the community. The pool is awesome and the wildlife viewing is great from the patio and pool area. Katia and her entire staff of workers were great as well. ##### John J. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin W. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home base for the Cayo This is a very nice home in a beautiful location. We stayed here for a week while exploring the Cayo. The view from the deck in amazing. The pool was a nice to cool off in during the really hot afternoons. The host, Consuelo, was great and we had her cook dinner twice at the house (I highly recommend it). ##### Kevin W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TJ S. Mar 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### what an amazing find! We just loved our time in this beautiful home. Tons of space, completely surrounded by nature, well equipped home, brilliantly designed to take advantage of the breeze, a refreshing pool to dip in, dark sky for stargazing, perfect view of the sunset and sunrise, tucans in the trees during sunrise, comfortable beds, everything you could possibly need in the kitchen, lots of towels, and the host is a wealth of knowledge on the area and super responsive! We highly recommend! ##### TJ S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissy S. Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Postcard View We loved our time at this property. It’s beautifully maintained, and it’s clear the owners have put a lot of care and thought into both the home’s design and the surrounding grounds. Everything felt intentional and welcoming.The setting is incredibly serene, truly a peaceful escape. The only sounds we heard were neighboring goats, roosters, turkeys, and the songs of tropical birds. Combined with the stunning views and the relaxing pool, the whole experience felt like stepping into a postcard.By far, the highlight of our stay was Consuelo. She is unbelievably kind and helpful, and she made us our favorite meal of the entire trip. I’ve never been excited about tortillas and beans until I had Consuelo’s. I can’t recommend the welcome dinner enough.Katia, the owner, was also wonderful. Very accommodating and responsive. She graciously allowed us to drop off our bags early on the first day and helped us out when I forgot to send in our dinner order.The only downside was that the master bedroom didn’t have air conditioning. This made the first night uncomfortable for me, but I quickly adjusted.Overall, we had a lovely experience and would absolutely recommend staying here. ##### Chrissy S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam T. Jun 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing experience Our family recently had the pleasure of staying at this stunning hilltop rental property with breezy breathtaking panoramic views and a luxurious pool. This modern home exceeded all expectations, providing a truly unforgettable experience. The property manager, Consuelo, was exceptional, ensuring our stay was flawless. Her warm hospitality and attention to detail were remarkable. To top it off, Consuelo treated us to a delectable homemade meal one evening, which was both delicious and reasonably priced. I cannot recommend this property enough - it truly offers the perfect combination of beauty, comfort, and outstanding service. ##### Adam T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John J., Mount Airy Nov 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unbelizeable!!!! Consuela welcomed us in the doorway of the most picturesque modern home I have seen. The site pictures did not do the Casa Hill View justice. When you open the window wall to the hill side view, it is absolutely breathtaking. We arose early everyday just to get a glimpse of the sunrise and to hopefully catch a snapshot of the ever elusive Toucan. Thank you Katia for allowing us to share your beautiful home. ##### John J. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen M. Jan 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing spot all around Our group of 6 were extremely impressed with the beauty of this home; little extra touches and beautiful wood throughout; sitting on the dining room deck overlooking the amazing view of the jungle/forest; coming home after a day exploring and taking a dip in the pool; Consuela cooked for us 1 night - it was a nice break and great food. Katia answered any inquiries quickly and was very helpful with directions and details. The gardener kept the grounds clean and always had a smile; the resident dogs were very friendly and so well behaved. All 6 of us were pleasantly surprised and would not hesitate to recommend to friends or go back again. ##### Kathleen M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce S., Huntington Beach, CA Jan 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just gorgeous! This property was just amazing! The layout was perfect for our family…we like to spread out and there was plenty of room to do that. With the bedrooms on either end of the house, we all met in the middle for meals and to enjoy the incredible view from the back. We cook a lot, and the house had everything we needed. We just wished we were staying longer to enjoy more of the view, but we had so many things planned. Don’t miss the Iguana Conservancy and the VIP tour at the Raptor Center is a can’t-miss! AJAW Chocolate in town was super fun and educational. We love supporting the local community! Thank you, Katia, for being an incredible host! ##### Joyce S. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carly D. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise on top of the hill We had a wonderful stay at Katia's property! The house was beautiful and the pool and the view were outstanding. We had everything we needed and communication with Katia and the other staff was excellent. My only complaint is that only one of the three bedrooms has AC, and when we were there it was HOT (consistently in the high 30s/40+ degrees C), so sleeping at night in the non-airconditioned bedrooms was quite warm - but opening the windows and putting the fans on did help. We would definitely stay again and recommend Katia's house to others looking for a well located, beautiful and peaceful retreat. Thanks! Carly ##### Carly D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette S. Feb 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful home, great location for jungles, caves, ruins. This home is gorgeous, peaceful and spacious. The grounds are immaculately cared for with lovely walking paths. The back deck and pool overlook the back yard. We saw toucans every morning in addition to squirrels, lizards and other cool birds. The kitchen has all the basics; salt, coffee, dishes. The driveway and roads leading to the property are awful. Ruts, holes, etc. but part of the adventure that is Belize. No kidding though, worst we encountered anywhere in Belize. I strongly recommend this property to anyone! We enjoyed our stay immensely. ##### Annette S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbie W., USA Mar 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gem hidden in the hills! We had an amazing stay in Santa Elena. This house and property are very well stocked and kept. It’s a beautiful property that’s is a bit out of the way but definitely worth the effort. The breezy porch is perfect for morning coffee. A note about the swimming pool, it was too cold for our liking. Perhaps because we are northerners and used to heated pools. We had Consuelo prepare a meal for our arrival, including a cake from a local bakery that she picked up for us. This was for a birthday and was fabulous!! I can not praise Consuelo enough. She greeted us on our arrival and explained everything and was there for our departure. We definitely recommend this house. ##### Barbie W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin F. Apr 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful mountain retreat Katia and Consuelo were great hosts. We traveled with our kids aged 4 and 6 and they absolutely loved everything. The house was clean and as described. The pool was fantastic. It was clean and went from about 2 feet deep to about 6 feet allowing the 4 year old to really improve his swimming. Lots of nearby activities kids can do including cave tubing. The house was ready for kids and had toys already there. Three cement floors were great because we didn't need to worry admit kids tracking in pool water. The outdoor dining room was great also. Afternoon and overnight breezes made sleeping with fans and the sounds of nature pleasant. There is a bedroom with AC if you really need it, but we didn't find it necessary. Highly recommend staying here. ##### Kevin F. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara Z. Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Toucans and Tamales Our stay was full of wonderful surprises. Toucans every morning just off the deck, SEVEN in a single tree while we sipped coffee. Parrots, jays and a host of other feathered friends regularly visited. Consuelo was gracious and so helpful when we arrived. She cooked us two delicious regional dinners and gave us a tortilla making “class” that had us all laughing and learning. The beds and bathrooms were comfortable and accommodating. We booked multiple adventures through BZ Adventures and they picked us up and returned us home on time with no hassle. We struggled a few nights with a small pack of sweet but barking dogs at night but Consuelo sorted that out for us. We would stay there again! Don’t miss the weekend market, ATM cave and Tikal, all within reach from this home. Kitchen had everything if you want to cook but between Consuelo and local restaurants we enjoyed amazing regional foods. Don’t hesitate to enjoy Consuelo’s authentic cooking! She is a gem and so is this house. ##### Tara Z. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill H. Mar 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful hilltop home Everything about our stay was amazing! Katia is a highly responsive communicator and helpful resource, and the housekeeper, Consuelo, well let's just say I wanted to see if I could convince her to come home with us permanently! She was so kind-hearted and made us the most delectable meal. The views and yard are breathtaking (we saw toucans from the porch most nights!), the pool was a hit with the kids, we enjoyed the multiple hammocks, and the home's overall aesthetics were wonderful. The beds were all very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. We were here during dry season and had no problem getting up the hill without 4 wheel drive, but I bet that would be different during the wet season. The property description clearly says this, but keep in mind that only 1 bedroom has a/c. We happened to be here during a HOT week, and ended up moving a couple of extra mattresses into the bedroom with a/c because sleeping without a/c was next to impossible. The house is designed to have excellent crosswinds coming through which would be more than sufficient to cooling purposes in all but the hottest weather (which we had). All in all, it was a fabulous stay and we already miss the property! ##### Jill H. 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