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Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, streaming services
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hopkins, Stann Creek District
  • Hopkins Village Beach
    7 min walk
  • Anderson Lagoon
    5 min drive
  • Hopkins Pier
    6 min drive
  • Placencia (PLJ)
    76 min drive

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About the area

Hopkins

Located in Hopkins, this villa is by the ocean, a 1-minute drive from Hopkins Village Beach and 5 minutes from Anderson Lagoon. .This beach villa is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hopkins Pier and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Sittee Point.
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What's nearby

  • Hopkins Village Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anderson Lagoon - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hopkins Pier - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sittee Point - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mayflower Bocawina National Park - 29 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Big Dock Ceviche Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪the paddlehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hopkins Smokey Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock

We are your best choice for and adventure and experience.

Villa Rising Sun is a 6,200 sq. ft. Villa on the beach in Hopkins Belize. Your rental is the entire first floor with private entrances, 3 bedrooms, a queen sleeper in the family room, two baths, your own private palapa beach bar and dock. The perfect place for family and friends to experience the paradise of Hopkins Village in Belize.

Villa Rising Sun is located in the prestigious, safe resort district of Hopkins, Belize. The resort district is a lot quieter and offers a many of the finest bars and restaurants just a short beach walk away. Hopkins Village is less than a mile away.

Whether you want to explore all of Belize, or just stay at the Villa, we have you covered with a host of on-site events that can be safely arranged.

One of the great advantages of staying with us is your personal concierge service. From adventure tours to transportation, local advice on restaurants and what's going on, to personalized services, we go all out to make certain your vacation is worry free!

Villa Rising Sun has achieved the Tourism Health & Safety Gold Standard certification from the Belize Tourism Board and Ministry of Health by implementing procedures to assure new health and safety standards.

Your dock with over-the-water hammock, swings, and seating is perfect for soaking up the sun, sun sets, fishing, manatee sightings, or cocktails.

Your 3 bedroom, two bath rental is beach level and boasts a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and a huge great room area for entertaining or relaxing. The great room also has a comfortable pullout queen size bed. It is equipped with everything you need for your vacation. Regular beach raking and housekeeping assure you can relax and enjoy your stay. We can even arrange a private cook to prepare your arrival dinner and serve you at your beach bar.

The Great Room has a huge mahogany dining room table, two tables for desk or board games, two comfy sofas and chairs for relaxing after a hard day at the beach or exploring. A large smart TV with IPTV with over 8000 channels includes many of your favorites from The States, Canada, and Mexico for all your favorite shows and sporting events. Netflix and other logins are provided as well for additional entertainment.

Open the door and step onto the beach. The property is landscaped with indigenous flora and fauna.

Enjoy your own private thatched beach bar with everything you need to have a great time and is a great spot out of the sun. With seating for fourteen, it’s a perfect place to party or enjoy your meals on the beach. Your private bar features a refrigerator/freezer, sink with filtered water, a fully functional bar. Nice speakers and a blue-tooth amp as well as an IPTV provide entertainment for the entire family.

When you stay at Villa Rising Sun, we will arrange all your travel, tours and adventures within the Country, making your vacation worry free. We offer a large variety of tours, adventures, and private services like a private cook, drumming and more.

Villa Rising Sun is proudly licensed with the Belize Tourism Board.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a safe and a desk.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and a fitness center. This villa also features concierge services and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.

Property manager

Dean Jarnig

Languages

English, Local (Sign language)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only. Ashtrays provided.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: Small celebrations in moderation are welcomed
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 HOT02110

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Rising Sun Beachfront Beach Bar Dock Hopkins
Villa Rising Sun Beachfront Beach Bar Dock
Rising Sun Beachfront Beach Bar Dock Hopkins
Rising Sun Beachfront Beach Bar Dock
Rising Sun front Bar Dock
Villa Rising Sun Beachfront With Beach Bar Dock
Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock Villa

Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had an amazing time at the Villa Rising Sun! There were 7 of us staying. The Villa is clean, spacious and comfortable. Mark, Sabrina, Dean and Blaine were all terrifically kind, helpful and hospitable. They helped us organize the best adventures and food, including flagging down the local bread and veggie vendors and arranging delivery of a fabulous birthday cake. We all really loved swimming at the dock and hanging out at the beach bar. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you Villa crew!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best time ever! Book now!
My family decided on Belize for our vacation and we wanted to pick something epic as our oldest daughter was about to go away to college in the fall. Villa Rising Sun was AMAZING and Dean did an spectacula job ensuring that our time in Belize was as special as possible. Mark and Sabrina were also great as they went shopping for us ahead of time and were checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. We booked almost everything that we could from a service and adventure perspective and took the recommendations of locals and the hosts. Shelley came into the villa and cooked for us 3 different nights and her food was amazing and she was born to cook :-) We also booked a golf cart for the week which I highly recommend because the stores and restaurants in town are great. We recommend Driftwood, Nice Cream, and the Italian place (name?) as they all had great food and service (be patient as food comes out on its own time). With regard to adventures we highly recommend the cook your catch and the waterfall adventure. Cook your catch was our favorite and we tried to book it a second time because we had so much fun. The coral reef on cook your catch and Bread and Butter Island were the highlights of the trip. We also did the monkey tour which was cool as we saw monkeys, crocodiles, and lots of other wildlife. In short, all of the services and adventures were fantastic! I am out of characters- so in summary, the dock, outside bar, and hosts at villa made the trip :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
Our week stay at Villa Rising Sun was perfect for our family of five. Our two kids shared a room and my sister had her own room set off towards the back of the house. The Villa Rising Sun team went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable and relaxing. The home and grounds were clean and well cared for. I loved that cleaners were brought in midway through our week stay. An itinerary with our planned excursions and meal suggestions was provided by the management team. This along with the Villa Rising Sun guest website recommendations made it easier to choose restaurants and activities. We enjoyed most of our time outside at the bar watching the kids play in the ocean. The bar is equipped with an ice maker, wash sink, Bluetooth speaker system, and more. We enjoyed watching the marine life, including two manatees, off the well lite dock at night. We let the management team know what type of excursions we were looking at and they helped us coordinate them. It was so nice to be picked up and dropped off at the Villa for both of our excursions. The golf cart we rented for a day was also dropped to our door and pick up the next day. We look forward to returning one day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen D., Fairbanks

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and Wonderful
Our days at Villa Rising Sun were truly restful, magical and fun. Mark, Sabrina and Dean made themselves available to answer questions, make suggestions and provide information about the community, sharing their passion and love for their adopted home. The accommodations are spacious and clean with plenty of room for large groups (our party of six consisted of one couple, two mothers/mothers-in-laws, and two friends), with ample space for a variety of interests and activities. The Caribbean Sea is in the backyard, offering around-the-clock access to swimming, floating, or just listening to the waves wash ashore. We all hope to return very soon and will recommend VRS to our families and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

margo s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We were a very last minute booking and Mark, Sabrina and Dean bent over backwards to make our stay easy, fun and comfortable. They are around when you need them but not at all overbearing. The house is super clean and comfortable with everything you need and more. We rented golf carts (arranged by dean and delivered within minutes) and it was so fun to cruise around. All of the tours they arranged were fabulous. Hopkins and Sitter River are so great. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Paradise
This was an amazing week! Going back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Just as perfect the second time around
I think that the most reliable recommendation of a property is a return visit. After staying at Villa Rising Sun in 2021, we did not bother looking at other properties when booking our stay in Hopkins in 2024 -- it was just as perfect the second time around. There is no room for improvement -- the interior of the property is amazing, the outdoor tiki bar and beach area is a spectacular space for partying, relaxing, and enjoying the beach and the views. The hosts are wonderful -- they go above and beyond to make sure that your stay is perfect. Perfect suggestions for excursions and dining. Can't say enough good things about Villa Rising Sun -- except that we will book it again when we return to Hopkins.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Such a great stay! Dean and Mark are very knowledgeable about the area and have great recommendations on things to do and places to go. They also set up our excursions and airport transports for us, so everything was so easy and enjoyable. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
This property was amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was beautiful and very spacious. The private bar outside was where we spent the majority of our time because it was absolutely perfect! The hosts were great. I couldn't have asked for a better way to start our Belize vacation. We will 100% be back to Hopkins and this Villa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't look further, book this location before someone else does
This is an incredibly spacious location, directly on the beach, full of extra amenities. Our family of five stayed and thoroughly enjoyed Villa Rising Sun. Outdoors you're directly on the beach. The family enjoyed the swinging and fishing on the dock. You can wade into the water for a good distance and there is marine life to enjoy snorkeling. The outdoor bar location is a unique feature which we used consistently whether it be for socializing, outdoor eating, a quick drink or shade. They also provide beach loungers, chairs and towels for your use. Inside you have a kitchen which is fully stocked with every cooking or baking need you might have. There is also a barbecue available to grill any fresh catch. The bedrooms are spacious with loads of drawer and closet space. Bathrooms are well stocked with toiletries and extra towels. The team managing Villa Rising Sun is phenomenal. Communication occurs early as they proactively reach out to help you plan your trip - excursions, transportation, food, etc. This communication also includes a letter of information to know about Hopkins, weather, packing recommendations. I found this extremely helpful. They remain in constant communication throughout your stay ensuring you have everything you need or to provide any recommendations if you ask. This villa is a gem. We absolutely plan to return and stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nova S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation
Mark, Sabrina, and Dean are amazing hosts. We came as strangers and left as friends! They were extremely helpful and made our family vacation so comfortable and memorable! We will be back and will only stay with them! Their home has everything you could ask for and is beautiful! They were full of wonderful tips and suggestions. Thank you all for making our Belize vacation everything we hoped for and more!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at the Villa Rising Sun!
The property was gorgeous! It is well equipped, great beds, pillows, and linens. The ocean side cabana is beautiful. Dean was a great asset in helping us organize our golf cart, tours and recommendations for restaurants. Mark and Sabrina were great hosts always checking in to see if we needed anything. A place we highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Q., Santa Clarita, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
Villa Rising Sun was a beautiful beachside vacation spot for our family (three teenage boys and a girlfriend) Communication by the the owners, Mark and Sabrina, and property manager, Dean was nothing less than excellent. Since nobody stayed at the property on the previous day, they contacted us to invite us for an early check-in. They all greeted us warmly upon our arrival, with help with our luggage and a tour of the beautiful property. They were all extremely attentive to any need that arose, without being at all intrusive. Dean provided excellent concierge services, not only with excursions, but also with any local restaurant recommendations. The excursions (zip line, rafting, and fishing) and services (spa and chef) that they recommended were all terrific! Overall, it was an amazing stay and we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
Fantastic location and property and wonderful hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M., Helotes, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful paradise in Hopkins, Belize
Wow! If my 13 year old and 16 year old loved it, then it’s really a great place as they can be hard to impress. Nonetheless, we all had a wonderful time at Mark and Sabrina’s property. They literally thought of everything and their property is well appointed. From the amazing private beach in the backyard, to the dock, to the spacious layout of the home, and the AMAZING excursions we can not thank them enough for providing such a wonderful and well needed vacation from all the hustle and bustle. We really enjoyed the snorkeling/catch and cook tour with Meds and Jeff and the cave tubing adventure. Meds caught us a lobster and we saw multiple nurse sharks and stingrays. Book the catch and cook tour you won’t regret it! Dean was amazing as well, always available to us and answered all our questions. You guys really delivered! Hopkins Village was nice, everybody we met was very friendly and accommodating. All the tour guides were excellent. Really can’t thank everybody and the country of Belize for providing a wonderful vacation for our family. Lots of fun memories were created - we’ll be back! The tiki bar was really cool and relaxing, we spent a lot of time out there. Again, 10/10 stars book this place!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness
On The Beach
We had a fantastic stay at the Villa which had every accommodation we could think of. Thanks to Mark, Sabrina and Dean for all the hospitality. We really felt like we were part of the local community and and all of us had a wonderful time. We will definitely book another trip to the Villa soon! Dave & Dee
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam C., Minneapolis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
This property is perfect in every way. The location is ideal. The 3BR are great for a family or group of friends. The tiki bar - we'll be talking about the tiki bar for a LONG TIME. It has everything you need and the attention to detail is impressive. Come ready to unleash your inner-Caribbean Resort Bartender. The hosts are tremendous, handling everything from dinner reservations to excursion bookings. It was like have a personal concierge - you should definitely take advantage of the services offered. There's nothing like getting picked up and dropped off at your place for excursions. We could go on forever, but instead I will echo another review: If this is available for the dates you want to come to Belize, just book it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B., Rathdrum, Idaho, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Excellent facility, fantastic service and great hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

johnandjohnnette@yahoo.com R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reeds in Hopkins Belize!
Great 3 brm, 2 bath, nice beach and dock, with a great personal tiki bar and sound system! Owners and managers are great people. Ask for Shelly to do your cooking. Her food is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P., Monticello, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous, Relaxing, Peaceful Stay
We sought a location to relax and reconnect as family and Villa Rising Sun providedus with the perfect location to enjoy the beauty of the local environment and and reconnect with the beauty of eachother as family. From adventure tours to relaxing in the sun to swinging on the dock to swimming in the water the stay felt magical. We also loved experiencing the village of Hopkins and enjoyed Mass at Holy Family down the road on Sunday and enjoyed bonding with our tour driver Dirk. Seeing the beauty of the coral and fish and sealife felt expansive. Who knew that this vibrant world underwater could provide such enjoyment and peace. We are grateful for our time. Villa Rising Sun hosts were incredibly helpful all along the way. We feel deep gratitude for the excellent communication and help navigating Hopkins and other experiences in Belize. We do hope to return in the future and highly recommend this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

duane h.

Liked: Cleanliness
You better Belize it.
Amazing hosts and everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We had the most amazing stay at Villa Rising Sun and would highly recommend to everyone!! Mark and Sabrina made everything so easy for arrival to check in, to helping provide some basic food items before we arrived, and just everyday suggestions. This was extremely helpful since we were traveling with2 small children. Dean, the property manager, was such an amazing help as well with booking excursions or for ideas of places to go in town! Shelley, the cook, was such a nice treat as well when we needed some home-cooked meals as everything she made was delicious! The location was beautiful: water, dock, boat pick-ups, palapa (bar), amenities, all made the trip so memorable, especially for the kids! Looking forward to coming back soon! The Stephens Family
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P., Sitka, AK

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleased!
We were so beyond pleased with Villa Rising Sun. Everything from the location to the accommodations and the on-site help with excursions and dining was top-notch! We would recommend to anyone looking for a laid back village vibe!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mashelle Z., San Marcos, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
Everything we needed, wanted. They took care of it from the first inquiry to the last goodbye. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

josh s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
Highly recommend staying here with Mark & Sabrina! Dean does a great job helping you plan your adventures. The place is perfect, they are helpful, and you can’t ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022