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Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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 manager

Katia Paradis

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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

  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 centre
  • 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

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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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: toys available (mega blocks, legos, jenga, etc.)

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Music strictly at low level only at ALL times.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport 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
Santa Elena, Cayo district

What's nearby

  • San Ignacio Market - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • San Ignacio & Santa Elena House of Culture - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Green Iguana Conservation Project - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Masewal Forest Garden Medicinal Trail - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cahal Pech Mayan Ruins - 9 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • San Ignacio (CYD-Town Airstrip) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ko-Ox Han-Nah - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cozy Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Guava Limb Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tolacca Smokehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hode's - ‬6 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool located?

This family-friendly San Ignacio holiday 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 miles (5 km).

Beautiful contemporary hilltop home with impressive panoramic view and pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TJ U.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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).
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

TJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbie W., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S., Huntington Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Relaxing House
We enjoyed our stay and saw Toucans in the mornings as well as parrots and Kiskadees. The house is well laid out and there was lots of space for our family to either come together or separate off and find interesting nooks and corners to sit, watch the vista or just nap. The view from the veranda is gorgeous. It’s an artistic and creative house with lots of effort going into making it aesthetically pleasing. There are amenities in easy reach and the local bakery on the main road was really fantastic. Consuelo was there to greet us and show us the ropes. A big thank you to Katia and Consuelo.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J., Mount Airy

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Santa Elena
Very nice place with a great view, saw lots of birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation to San Ignacio
We had an amazing experience in San Ignacio. This home is a little away from downtown but that’s what makes it amazing. The views are amazing. Every morning we would watch the sun rise. Consuelo was an amazing cook and hostess for the property. I agree with other reviews-have her cook for you. Katia there property owner was amazing to communicate with and coordinate our stay. She was very responsive to all of our questions and needs. The pool was amazing after a long day of hiking ruins and exploring. You will want to stay here if visiting San Ignacio.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures don’t do it justice. Book your stay NOW.
I can’t even begin to describe how lovely this property and the people renting it, and supporting it are. We showed up a hot mess with a 11-year old who we thought had an ear infection. Drops were not helping, so the owner, Katia helped us find a local Doctor. Then, the manager not only showed us around (more on Consula and the property in a second) she drove to the doctor and helped us navigate the doctor, parking, location. When you drive up you will be wondering if you have been tricked (2-wheel drive works) and might be driving to a hut. You will find it, and turn into a different world. The home is so cool. The wind gives you natural A/C, Consula will make you the most amazing dinners and breakfast (oh my goodness the flour tortillas- I will dream of them) She isn’t on site. The pool is like a slice of heaven. The whole experience is the most relaxing 48 hours I’ve ever had. Go. Go. Now. I can’t even tell you how much you will unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Our family had an amazing stay at Katia's property. She was always very responsive to our questions. We highly recommend a meal prepared by Consuelo. After a long day of travel, we were warmly greeted to a tour of the property and a authentic Belizean meal - such a great way to start our stay in Belize. We enthusiastically can recommend this VRBO!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful second stay!
I love this house and location! I stayed here in 2019 with my family and happily came back in 2022 with some friends. Katia was extremely helpful and communicative and also very accommodating with the cost when we had a person decide not to come on the trip at the last minute. I highly recommend sitting out on the veranda watching the toucans, lounging in the pool with a Belikin, and having Consuelo cook you a delicious Belizean meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Janis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home. Very welcoming!
Semi private. The home is growing a bit tired, but still very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022