Habaru House | House in Hopkins

9.6 (62 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  8 Guests  Stay&Play
Hopkins House | Habaru House

4 Bedroom House in Hopkins

Congratulations! You have found Habaru House on VRBO. VRBO is also showing you “comparable units” to look at. But where are those units are located? How far are the places they suggest staying from the places you want to visit in Belize?
We are in the laid-back village of Hopkins, which is a hub of tourism and adventure for central Belize. Beautiful hiking trails and wildlife preserves are close by. Take a day trip to the Mayan Ruins, or turn towards the sea for snorkelling adventures, scuba diving, fishing and paddle boarding.
Hopkins is a unique, relaxed village that successfully transitioned from a traditional fishing village into one with an eco-tourism theme. Walk the streets, ride one of our bicycles or rent a golf cart to explore the various eateries, shops featuring local wares, and grocery stores. This is a destination for the adventurous to see the real Belize in Hopkins and its surrounding area; if you are jlooking for a cosmopolitan, busy, up-to-the-minute place, Hopkins is not it.
Habaru House is a terrific home base for your Belize adventures. Ideal for families, it is fronted by a gentle, sloping beach with little to no walk-by traffic; we believe we are located on one of the nicest beaches in the country. Enjoy the beautiful ocean from the white sand beach or second floor covered patio with its exotic cane ceiling. Beach chairs, a lazy day hammock, an outside "rinse-off" shower and an outside charcoal grill are all available for your use.
South of Hopkins village proper, Habaru House is a 12-20 minute walk to ten outstanding ocean front restaurants and several roadside eateries.
We are happy to inform you that our accommodation is a Tourism Gold Standard Recognized Accommodation, which means we have implemented strict measures to mitigate any COVID risks for our guests and employees including disinfecting all surfaces, cleaning, and sanitation of all high touch areas. We sparkle!
An emergency cell phone is provided for direct contact with our property managers. Additional minutes can be purchased at the nearby Diversity Cafe.
The Habaru House living area is on the second and third floors (see floor plans in picture area). Local artwork and wall hangings enhance the atmosphere. If you choose to "cook in" you will enjoy the fully-equipped kitchen with mahogany cabinets adjacent to the dining and living areas. Or have our housekeeper prepare one or more meals for you; she is an independent contractor and a fantastic cook!
Habaru House also has a deluxe ground floor apartment for two: Habaru 31G, which is rented separately (please see VRBO listing 9714405). The deluxe one-bedroom unit is connected to the upstairs house via an internal lockable stairwell and may be rented in addition to Habaru House to expand the total capacity of the rental.
The flooring in the living area is Italian marble; bedroom floors are barbajalote; all exterior and interior trims are Belize mahogany; and vaulted ceilings feature a mixture of exotic hardwoods. Doors are hand made from local “poison wood”, known for its outstanding wood grain. The spacious master bedroom suite has exotic cane ceilings and the large master bathroom boasts double sinks, a deep soaker tub and a large separate shower.
Habaru House is centrally located to reach many of Belize’s exciting activities.
Water-based activities include:
Snorkelling trips
Scuba diving
Fishing; drop fishing, trolling, river and lagoon
Fly-fishing
Inland Trips:
Mayflower Waterfall Hike
Mayflower Bocawina waterfall rappelling
Jaguar Preserve in the Cockscomb Basin
Jungle horse back riding
Guided hikes
Cave tubing
Monkey River trip
Xunatunich Mayan Ruins
Southern Ruins trip
Zip lining
Marie Sharp’s factory- HOT sauce
Guided bird watching
Cocoa farm/chocolate tours
Work with our tour partner, Hopkins Kulcha Tours, to plan your stay.
The fishing is wonderful! If fresh lobster and conch are in season and something you are looking for, you have come to the right place! The close-by hotels have the best restaurants in Belize, in our opinion. Or even better, go into the village and eat at one of the local restaurants to enjoy a local, cultural “Garifuna” dish.
This home-away-from-home features all of the comforts of your own home: flat screen TV, all appliances, reading materials and a variety of games, AC in all living areas. You will not be roughing it on this Belize adventure! Check out the photos.
Don’t feel like cleaning, cooking, or doing the laundry on vacation? These services are all available for an additional charge. Make your vacation a true vacation!. Transportation to and from Dangriga airport or from BZE International is also available from Kulcha Tours.
A fantastic crew maintains our property. They rake the beach, arrange for the kayaks, and handle any of your concerns; just ask. They treat guests as family and want you to truly enjoy your vacation.
How to get here: Major airlines fly into Belize International Airport (BZE). From there you have options: rent a car and drive down to Hopkins (about a 2-2.5 hour drive on the beautiful Hummingbird Highway, or slightly less on the newly completed Coastal Highway. Or, take one of the regional carriers (Tropic Air or Maya Air) to the Dangriga Airport; from there it is only a short 20-25 minute taxi ride to the property.
Let us help you have a vacation to remember!
Please note: Individuals/groups looking for a "party house" should look elsewhere: this a quiet beach front area and a family home in which we take pride. We value the relationships we have with our neighbours, so if there are complaints, you will be asked to leave.

This 4 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. This House is less than 2 km from Hopkins, and gives visitors the opportunity to explore it. The rental House has 4 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Hopkins. Enjoy your stay in Hopkins at this House.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings;maximum event attendees: 25
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: shallow, gentle sloping beach ideal for youngsters
Pet Policy 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) note from host: all service dogs welcome. cleaning fee req'd pets allowed welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25 property registration number 720376185 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
Hopkins, Belize

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Mar 29, 2025 06:49:09 AM
Summary: Nice quiet location. Amazing property. The hospitality is great, people are friendly. We considered an all inclusive, but decided on the house for the space and privacy. Gillian is a great host, and Anthony and Dana keep the place very clean and in great order. This was our first time to Belize and this was what we were looking for. There is a house being built next door, but it was inconsequential to us. We walked to nearby restaurants few nights, but you'll want a car or cab to get to the closest convenience store. We used the kayaks and paddleboards a few times, and there are bikes available. Plenty of towels, some pantry and personal care items are available. We over packed because we weren't sure if we could get some of those things. A lot of rentals have cheap everything and nothing extra, but the house is well furnished and very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again and have no complaints about the property, location, amenities, or the gracious folks that share this home with travelers like me. Thanks!
Jason D. Jason D.
Mar 23, 2025 10:58:30 PM
Summary: Great stay, plenty of kayaks and paddle boards to use
Neil V. Neil V.
Dec 30, 2024 10:38:05 AM
Summary: This a beautiful and spacious home on the beach. Hosts could not have been more accommodating and thoughtful. Kayaks and bikes were available. Kitchen was well-stocked and had everything we needed and more.
Charles Charles
Dec 26, 2024 08:22:30 AM
Summary: This rental has everything you could need- A/C in every room , spectacular water view, beach towels and a kitchen stocked with everything needed to cook. Very accurate description on the VRBO website and location is at the quiet end of town. Located near grocery stores and gift shops, very clean and Gillian was always responsive to our questions!
Jen M. Jen M.
Jun 19, 2024 02:00:19 AM
Summary: Gillian's house is an incredible getaway. We were a family of 8 across three generations, and everyone loved this gem in Hopkins. Gillian, Anthony, and Dana were all extremely helpful and we loved Dana's cooking! Thank you all for an unforgettable trip.
Pelle J. Pelle J.
Jan 3, 2024 01:26:48 AM
Summary: We had the best stay @ Habaru House. It was tremendously clean and comfy and was stocked with all the things we needed. I loved that they also provided sunscreen, bug spray, water and laundry detergent. The property managers were so helpful and came 2x during our stay to see if we needed anything. The multiple AC wall until were perfect allowing us to adjust our bedrooms to fit individual needs. The house is equipped with kayaks and bikes. Loved having the option for in house chef too. Proximity to all the locals and restaurants made us feel apart of the community, which was our favorite part. House sigs Will definitely stay here again.
Peggy G. Peggy G.
Dec 27, 2023 10:08:40 AM
Summary: We had a little bit of a rough start, but Anthony (the property manager) was there to help us through - when the water stopped running after a power outage, when the airline lost my luggage, when the beach needed some trash clean-up. And Gillian (the owner) was always reachable and very responsive with any/all questions we had (before and during our stay). The house was clean, comfortable, and roomy. The view was gorgeous (although not located for direct sunrise or sunset viewing). It was great to have access to the bikes and kayaks. The bikes would have been especially helpful if we didn't have a car, to get to the restaurants in the village. The bugs were there - but that is to be expected in Belize. Overall - Habaru House was a great place for us to stay and have a great time with our family.
Sara P. Sara P.
Jun 21, 2023 04:53:02 AM
Summary: The house was beautiful and clean, the kitchen well-stocked with utensils and gadgets, and the property and view were gorgeous. The covered patio was my favorite spot. The house is located fairly close to the village which was convenient. Only one of the days allowed for kayaking off the beach, but those that went got to see manatees. The host and property manager answered questions very promptly. I do recommend that the procedure to re-start the water pump following a power outage be added to the guest book, but we had no issues getting it resolved quickly with the property manager's assistance. Overall, we all had a really great visit and would definitely stay here again.
Amanda J. Amanda J.
Feb 28, 2023 05:53:02 AM
Summary: The Habaru House is beautiful! And perfect for groups. Clean, spacious, right on the beach, and with four bathrooms! Everyone loved it. We’d also recommend hiring Dana for catering a few meals at the house. Her cooking was wonderful. The sea grass as others have mentioned can build up on the beach some days, and other days it’s more clear. This is no fault of the Habaru House since it is dependent on the tides and larger sea grass patterns, and we communicated with Anthony when the beach needed to be raked. Several people in our group swam in the ocean every morning. We would stay here again.
Sara A. Sara A.
Jan 4, 2023 10:01:15 AM
Summary: We had a wonderful family vacation. The house is larger than we expected. Very large rooms. The large kitchen was great for everyone being able to help cook. The location is close to restaurants and village. However the deck with ocean views was the best.
Barbara B. Barbara B.

FAQ's

Is this Habaru House pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Habaru House have a swimming pool?

No, this Habaru House does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Habaru House?

Best-rates for the Habaru House starts from $558 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, View, Guest Services, Internet, Laundry, Pet Friendly, TV, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Security/Safety, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Habaru House a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Habaru House wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Habaru House has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Habaru House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Habaru House indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Habaru House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Habaru House are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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