Discover 7 Luxurious Villas on Belize’s Exclusive Private Island with Unique Overwater Bungalow

Plus, each villa has its own dock stretching into the Caribbean Sea.

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Escape to your own piece of the Caribbean on private island Cayo Espanto in Belize, three miles off the coast of the mainland. The three-acre island has seven bungalow-style villas, each featuring a private pool. Better still, each villa has its own dock — complete with two lounge chairs — stretching out into the sea.

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The property is exceptionally remote, with secluded villas that provide an intimate atmosphere. Consequently, there’s a good chance you may not even see another guest during your stay. Nonetheless, guests are treated to premium services, which include exceptional dining catered to individual tastes and spa treatments ranging from rejuvenating facials to soothing massages.

In addition to relaxing on the dock, pool, or beach, there are numerous activities that can be tailored for every kind of adventurer. Just outside the doors of each bungalow, guests can scuba dive, snorkel, or fish. Furthermore, there are many other area adventures available, such as cave tubing, rainforest visits, helicopter tours, or yacht excursions.

The villas range from 1,100 to 2,600 square feet; there are five one-bedroom and two two-bedroom options. One of the most impressive villas on the island is Casa Ventana, an overwater bungalow that boasts custom-crafted furnishings and sits at the end of a dock, floating 150 feet out to sea.

Cayo Espanto is also available through luxury vacation rental company The Nightfall Group, providing exclusive access to this exceptional destination.