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Welcome To The GECKO BUNGALOW! Stunning POOL FREE Int'l Airport Shuttle!!

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ladyville, Belize
  • Haulover Bridge
    10 min drive
  • Bacab Eco Park
    12 min drive
  • San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Belize City Terminal
    22 min drive
  • Belize City (BZE-Philip S. W. Goldson Intl.)
    11 min drive

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About the area

Ladyville

Lake Gardens stay.A stay at this Lake Gardens vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Belize River and 6 miles (10 km) of Belize Barrier Reef. Bacab Eco Park and Haulover Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Bacab Eco Park - 12 min drive
  • Tourism Village - 19 min drive
  • Old Belize - 19 min drive
  • San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Belize City Terminal - 22 min drive
  • Kukumba Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jet's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Belizemo Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Bze - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sun Garden Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Fix Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome To The GECKO BUNGALOW! Stunning POOL FREE Int'l Airport Shuttle!!

WE ARE GOLD STANDARD CERTIFIED!
You'll LOVE the terrific 'lil 2 bedroom "Gecko Bungalow" Guest House!
Enjoy our addition of a custom designed and built Pool with a swim-up bar, plenty of furniture and loungers, covered outdoor kitchen area with BBQ, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth speaker system, Netflix TV, and refrigerator. Relax and Enjoy!!

Ideally located to be your "Perfect Home Base" for all of your vacation excursions!

The bungalow sleeps 4 comfortably with a queen size bed in each room. Kitchenette with fridge, microwave, coffee pot, small electric cooktop and dishes. If there is anything else you might need, just let us know and we'll have it to you in a jiffy, as we're on property and available most all of the time! (Iron, blow-dryer, just ask!). Super Safe Location. WIFI, Netflix in each bedroom, cold A/C, bathroom amenities, beach towels, etc.

While we do welcome families with older teens, a minimum age requirement of 10+ years for children applies.

Need a rental car? We offer a fully insured Kia Sportage SUV 4wd only for our guests at US$75.00 per day!

FREE Airport pickup and drop-off!

Let us know if you would like to have snacks or refreshments ready and waiting in the fridge for your arrival. All beverage products (Sodas, Ice cold Belikin beers, wonderful Local Wines and Liquor are available), fresh fruits, chips & salsa, cheese, goodies…really anything you can think of, we can have waiting. For your convenience, this will be billed separately at cost plus a US$20.00 fetching fee.

Secure your dates and confirm your reservation! We also accept payment for your incidentals through most of the main sites such as Venmo, Zelle and PayPal. Call us for more info at 208. 285. 7000

New private drive and Free Parking lot for easy guest access

Secure, safe parking out front and use of all of the grounds, patio and gas BBQ. NetflixTV and Free Wi-Fi for your enjoyment!

Make yourself at home! Pour a drink and relax on the patio! We'll probably have one with you! :)

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

Get the Best out of your vacation!!! We're here to help you in anyway we can and to offer Tons of great advice on when and what to do (and what to avoid!) Just Ask!! We have been here nearly 14 years and have loved exploring this beautiful country.

Your Hosts, Michelle and Scott Lyons, relocated from Boise, Idaho will be here to visit with you. We will help you with anything you may need. We are fun, friendly, and energetic and absolutely love it here in Sunny Belize. Come for a while, make some new friends, have a terrific time, and make some really great memories before you have to go back. We're certain you'll return. You really must come and visit! You'll love it here. Call Us or Whats App us for more info at +501, 634, 8010 in Belize.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

The Gecko Bungalow is nestled back off the main drag in a terrific Safe neighborhood area called Lake Gardens! Treat your stay as your very own Home away from Home!

GETTING AROUND:

We are located about 2 miles from the Phillip Goldson International Airport (but you will never hear any planes!) We are happy to provide Free courtesy pick up and drop off for you to and from the Phillip Goldson International Airport. Just send us your flight information before your arrival.

The Gecko Bungalow is about 15 miles from the heart of Belize City, in the town of Ladyville. From here you are 1.5 hours away from Corozal Belize and Chetumal Mexico, just over the border to the North. Three hours to the South, enjoy the sands of Placencia and another hour past that to beautiful Punta Gorda.

Nearby adventures include Altun Ha Mayan ruins with fantastic photo opportunities at the top of ancient structures. Also, take a tour to the awesome Lamani Mayan ruins. After an easy drive, you'll hop on a boat and tour down the river, Jumanji style until you land at one of our larger Mayan ruin villages, Lamani. Enjoy an included, served picnic lunch and take a guided tour. About 30 minutes from the Gecko Bungalow you can visit the incredible Zoo (more of a Rescue Sanctuary) to see virtually all of the wild animals of Belize. Plan your day right and enjoy a mainland "must-do" Cave Tubing adventure and an exhilarating zip line excursion! A short drive to the city and you can hop a boat to one of our islands for a day trip, or take a backpack and spend the night so that you can snorkel at the Hol Chan Nature reserve and Shark Ray Alley! For our nature lovers, take a drive to the Botanical Gardens at Cockscomb Nature Preserve or explore the jungles in San Ignacio....So much to see and do, let us help you plan your itinerary!

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

You'll definitely want a rental car unless you want to tackle the local bus system or use shuttle companies which can get expensive. If you ever wondered where the old school buses in the states go to die, it's here! They're not real comfortable and make frequent stops.

Because of this, we can offer For rent at $75.00usd per day and exclusively to our guests an insured Kia Sportage 4WD for you're use. We don't charge any hidden fees the other guys charge do!

AFTER YOUR STAY:

We Hope that you had a Terrific Time with tons of Great Memories. We kindly ask that you leave us a 5/10 Star Review (depending on your booking site) as those are Super Important to us and our page ranking. We will surely leave you back a 5/10 Star review! If anything did not go as expected, please let us know so that we can fix it for you and our other highly valued guests. THANK YOU!!

Property manager

Michelle Lyons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Allowed outside only. Please empty your Ashtrays.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We do accept guests with supervised kids age 10+

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 75
Note from host: With Owner Permission. Add'l Fee's may apply.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75. Note from host: With Owner Permission. Add'l Fee's may apply. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Welcome To The GECKO BUNGALOW! Stunning POOL FREE Int'l Airport Shuttle!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish we stayed more than one night
A little oasis in a busy city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natisha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Bungalow
The Gecko Bungalow is an amazing property! The location is quiet, yet not too far from the airport. We stayed 1 night in the two bedroom bungalow. The bungalow had everything you could think of and everything you forgot at home. Both bedrooms had a/c and there were fans in every room so we were very cool and comfortable. The beds were comfortable and cozy. The bungalow felt like a home. It was fully stocked with everything. Michelle picked us up and dropped us off at the airport. Michelle is attentive and went out of her way and made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Michelle also set up transportation for us to dinner. I would also recommend dinner at the Shrimp Farm. Dinner was amazing. The grounds at the Gecko Bungalow are absolutely stunning! You feel like you are away in your own private jungle oasis. I can't say enough about this property. You really have to experience it for yourself! We would definitely recommend staying at the Gecko Bungalow and we will be returning for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
little oasis
Listing is just as described. Beautiful property, comfy bed, the pool was just what we needed at the end of the day. Michelle had great restaurant recommendations. Michelle and Scott treated us like family. I wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Belize Adventure
Our family of four had an amazing stay at Gecko Bungalow. It had all the comforts of being at home, however with an amazing tropical paradise backyard. The hosts, Michelle and Scott, treated you like old friends from the get go of our airport pick up and supported us with our adventure plannings for our 3 day stay. We definitely will be back at the Gecko Bungalow to further explore main land Belize.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiquila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to end the day!
I am glad I was able to end my vacation at the gecko bungalow. Michelle made sure that everything was taken care of with the multiple shuttles to and from the airport. The bungalow was an oasis and I was very glad to get to experience it with my first trip to Belize. Michelle and Scott made it feel like another home away from home. Definitely looking forward to coming back! 😀
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to unwind and enjoy. Owners have thought of everything to ensure a delightful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kendra k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent
It was way more than the pictures. The landscape was as if you were experiencing an oasis in the desert. Michelle and Scott were the best hosts and beyond accommodating. I'll definitely be returning to utilize the entire compound.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bill k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!!!!
This place is amazing, great pool, great gardens and amazing hosts. The propert is super clean. We will be staying here again on our next belize vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing guest house
This was an absolutely fantastic guest house with phenomenal hosts. The pool was amazing for a quick night swim before bed. The decor was fun and everything had great attention to detail. My 11-yo son rated this as the best hotel he’s ever stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C., Mandan, North Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
We had so much fun staying at the Gecko Bungalow. The adult kids loved the pool and the whole resort vibe of the pool area, outdoor sitting space and all the plants. We "older" people just enjoyed hanging at the pool and outdoor kitchen soaking in the Caribbean air. At night the place lit up and transformed into a completely different place. We had so much fun. We will be back and we will tell all our friends. Thank you so much Michelle and Scott. You both rock!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great gem by the airport
The Gecko is an amazing little oasis carved out near the airport. They have done such a fantastic job building out this special place. Michelle and Scott, the owners, are delightful people and extremely hospitable. There was some confusion on my end when booking, and they were very accommodating in helping to resolve it. I cannot recommend this enough for a little stay before or after your trip in Belize.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joseph k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladyville Paradise
Perfect location and refuge in the middle of the city. Thank you very much. Pool addition makes a great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great last night in Belize
Cozy bungalow close to the airport. We had an early flight out and wanted to avoid the drive in from Belize City. This was a perfect option for us. The bedrooms were comfortable and the AC was great. We enjoyed our last evening by the pool. Communication was great. Would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelizable
We had the best time there and can’t wait until we come back. The host was amazing and just had a lot of fun
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iniah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was like staying with your favorite relatives
Disclaimer: This is my experience and does not guarantee the same for your stay.* I am a law student who decided I needed to escape California for spring break at the last minute. I did not have ANYTHING planned, and I traveled solo. Staying at the Gecko house made my spontaneous trip feel like I went to visit my aunt and uncle! Not only was I picked up from the airport, but Scott also introduced me to his friends on the island, and they accompanied me out for my first dinner in Belize. The next day I was able to catch some great tours (also set up by Scott and Michelle) by renting their vehicle, and Scott even let me borrow cash for my trip until I could find an atm (whaaaatttttt!!!) When it was time for me to leave, Michelle set up my ride to the water taxi and showed me how to purchase my tickets. They took control of all the planning so I could study and unwind. This was BY FAR the best experience I've had at an air b &b, and I look forward to staying with them again!! Michelle, you were lovely, but Scott, this one goes out to you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are amazing people and the property is captivating! Whether you just lounge around the pool and tiki bar or go out on day trips it’s an amazing place to relax and explore.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you travel to Belize stay here!!!
What CANT we say? Superior service and attention to detail and friendly assistance whenever and as many times as you can think of anything. We enjoyed our stay very much and especially the help with our itinerary so we made the most of our visit. The pool area did not disappoint! And the best part was Chase, Juicy and Lincoln! Michelle and Scott both go above and beyond to make your visit the best ever
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to sit and relax by the pool! Quiet and comfortable oasis close to the airport. Our excellent host went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed! Hope to return again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like staying with friends
The listing is exactly as described. We chose it for the proximity to the airport for our final night in Belize. It was not only practical for that reason but such a peaceful, relaxing end to our trip before a full day of flying home. Scott and Michelle felt like new friends with their great stories and information.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness
I was a pleasure to stay here
The hosts are amazing and the facilities are great. Highly recommend thie stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd Honeymoon & Eric's Birthday Celebration!
We had the best experience! Hosts are fantastic! Property was fabulous & we can't wait to go back! Already looking at dates for our return to the Gecko Bungalow!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mashelle Z., San Marcos, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional hospitality
Great place. Very tropical. Comfortable and clean. Hosts went above and beyond! Car rental was a super plus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area. Lots of thought and effort went into creating pool area. Great place to be in the morning with all the tropical birds around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.,

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful pool & landscaping, great hosts!
Perfect spot for us & our dogs. Beautiful pool & landscaping that will serve as your outdoor living room. Friendly & accommodating hosts (we are always hesitant to stay where owners are onsite -- but Scott & Michelle were super laid back and truly great hosts!). No full stove/oven but does have electric burners, toaster & microwave so it was easy to make breakfast before heading out for the day. This is now our go-to spot when we need to spend time in Belize City (already booked our next stay!). Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022