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Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock

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Villa from the dock
Private beach bar great for dinner and drinks or escaping the sun
Great Room right on the beach
Fully equipped kitchen for large groups
Bedroom 1 King with full bath

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hopkins, Stann Creek District
  • Place, Hopkins Village Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hopkins Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Maya Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Placencia (PLJ)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small celebrations in moderation are welcomed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only. Ashtrays provided.

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
On-site 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 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
Property Registration Number HOT02110

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hopkins

Located in Hopkins, this villa is near a water park and on the beach. Mayflower Bocawina National Park and Hopkins Village Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lebeha Drumming Center and Blue Marlin Dock. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Hopkins, Stann Creek District

What's nearby

  • Hopkins Village Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hopkins Pier - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sittee Point - 11 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Mayflower Bocawina National Park - 32 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Maya Beach - 55 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roast Coffeehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Maxim’s Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪J & J Cool Spot - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$575, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Rising Sun Beachfront with Private Beach Bar & Dock located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hopkins villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hopkins Village Beach, Anderson Lagoon and Sittee Point. Hopkins Pier and Lebeha Drumming Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 118 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The team at Villa Rising Sun is amazing—so welcoming and genuinely helpful throughout our stay. We felt at home from the moment we arrived. The private beach and bar were absolute highlights and made the experience even more special. We would absolutely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and the wonderful review. We had a great time meeting you guys and hope, very much, to see you again in the near future!
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10/10 Excellent

Holli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home set on the perfect beach. Hosts were super helpful and there when you needed them, otherwise it was very private. The private beach bar is key for hanging out (why would you ever want to be inside in Belize?) and the dedicated dock is wonderful for morning coffee and taking in the beautiful Caribbean. Beds were comfortable and the house has everything you need. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here, 10 stars! Thank you to Dean, Mark, Sabrina and the Get To Know Belize Crew, we had a memorable and fantastic time!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2026
We are thrilled you had such a great time, and we truly hope you will come back. You are Hopkins kind of people for sure!!! Awesome pictures too. We miss you guys already. Please send a hug to everyone until next time :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hosts! Great Property, beautiful spot right on the Sea with your own outdoor bar and dock.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Hey guys! Thanks for the review but most importantly for staying with us. It was great to meet you and we all really hope to see you again. You packed a ton of activities in, but there is still plenty more for next time. Have an awesome day and thanks from the entire crew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just got home from 8 wonderful days at Villa Rising Sun. Such outstanding hospitality! The house is very comfortable and more than enough room for just 2 of us. Comfy beds & a well equipped kitchen. You step out right onto the beach and just a few steps from the water. With a private beach bar and dock that goes out into the ocean, it feels very personal and private. Watching the fish swim at night off the end of the dock was a real treat. We were offered personal service every step of the way. We were unfortunate to have a day delay in our arrival because of canceled flights and they arranged to have dinner waiting for us since we arrived late in the evening. They arranged for several outstanding day adventures (Get To Know Belize Adventures...highly recommend). It felt like we were staying with friends! Hopkins is a fun small village with some of the friendliest people I've seen anywhere. We hope to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2026
Thank you for such an amazing review, but mostly for staying with us. It was such a pleasure to have you, and we all hope so much you will come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark, Sabrina and Dean were amazing hosts. They work together well to ensure you are well taken care of. They really know how to make you feel welcome. They stayed up late to greet us, woke up early to say good bye. We received great recommendations from them all. We loved our stay. Watching the fish and manatees at night from the pier was such a highlight and not to mention the incredible bar and fresh coconut water from the coconuts.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
thank you, guys, so much for staying with us on your first visit to Belize. We all really hope you will come many times again in the future, there is just so much to see and do. Thank you again from all of us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Amazing place, great and attentive hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2025
Hello Todd and thanks for staying with us and the review. We look forward to seeing you all again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

warren j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Mark and Sabrina were fantastic hosts. Such a great property. Everything was as expected from the pictures and description on the website. Would love to stay there again.They have a lot of connections and ways to set up excursions which makes it super easy. Love the beach and Tiki bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2025
Thank you, Warren and family, for staying with us and taking time to write a review. We really appreciate it and will look very forward to seeing you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonder Experience for the whole family

Every part of our stay was wonderful. We all plan on return. Mark, Sabrina and Dean made sure we had every we needed to focus on relaxation and exploring. Highly recommended for anyone looking to have beautiful scenery, privacy, and convenience. Excursions are must!! Shout out to Meds and Jeff for helping us make epic fishing memories.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you, Leslie. We miss you guys, and you were the perfect guests. We look very forward to getting to know you even better on your next visit!! We will pass the shout out to Meds and Jeff for sure...those guys can catch some fish and may make the best lunch in the Village!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing month

A great property with on site hosts, concierge, cleaning staff and yard maintenance. Lots of info provided on place to visit, restaurants, bars, etc. The hosts and concierge are super friendly and very concerned about their guests having a great time
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2025
Thank you again Clint, you guys were terrific, and it was our great pleasure to get to know you. We all sincerely hope you will come back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Wonderful, all-inclusive place with exceptionally helpful and nice hosts.

Comfortable and right on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay Carol. You and Randy were fantastic and it was great to get to know you. We hope you will come back for a visit sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SLICE OF PARADISE.This was an absolutely perfect stay at Villa Rising Sun. Mark and Sabrina are great hosts and a big shout out to Dean for his expert concierge services. All three of them would check in from time to time to make sure that we had everything we needed. The house is large, comfortable and very clean. The private tiki bar with a sound system was a great place to hang out. We loved being right on the beach and spent a lot of time in the gorgeous water. In the evening, it was fun to watch the fish from the edge of the dock. Shelly cooked an amazing lobster tail dinner, and we also had massages at the house, which both were highlights of the trip. The location of the house is perfect. It is close to so many good restaurants. Hopkins is a special place. I am looking forward to returning to Villa Rising Sun.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us and the terrific review. The pleasure was all our and we can't wait to have you back. We will roll out the red carpet and have the hugs ready. Thank you again, Your New Belize Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

Fantastic location and property and wonderful hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us Jennifer and let us know if you end up buying one of those two places. We would love to have you guys as neighbors!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations and recommendations

Mark and Sabrina are generous hosts that provide a clean and well kept home. They have quick communication for any questions prior to arrival. Dean has many recommendations for excursions and local places for food and fun. The dock, swings and private bar creates many memories for our vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2024
Thank you, Kari, for staying with us. It’s guests like you that make this the most rewarding job in the world. We all so much hope you guys will come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2024
Thank you so much Katie. We are glad you had a great time and got to truly enjoy Belize.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend Villa Rising Sun. Mark and Sabrina were both interested in everything we did, but also to make sure we had no needs or issues (which we didn’t). The listing is very accurate as the house. Very clean and well-located to Hopkins. We rented a golf cart and that was all you really need unless you want to venture further away.Great things about the place - the dock has a regular flow of manatee. We saw several. Also, the tarpon and yellow jacks at night are a blast to watch. Dean did a terrific job hooking us up with tours and we were really pleased with them (see Get To Know Belize Adventures). Dean was also there to make sure everything we needed was met.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Todd, thank you so much for the great review and for staying with us. It was great meeting your family and the family at Get To Know Belize also fell in love with you guys. Please come back and visit anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Excellent facility, fantastic service and great hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2023
Thank you guys so much for the review, and for staying with us. We really getting to know your wonderful family and hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hopkins Getaway

Loved staying at Villa of the Rising Sun! Such a great place in a great village, was super sad we had to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Thank you for your review and for staying with us. We are happy you enjoyed our beautiful little village and Villa Rising Sun for your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were met in the driveway by our gracious hosts and given a full tour of the property and house. Fresh fruit on the table, AC cranked, beach lapping on the shore outside. MmmmmmI caught fish off the dock, jammed at the beach bar with local talent WA-WA, and sipped the evenings away. Mark and neighbor Dean were very helpful with info and directions and arrangements and anything else we needed. Wonderful time. Rent a golf cart and cruise to local bars. Watch out for the speed bumps! Thank you Mark and Sabrina and Dean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
You guys were one of our very favorite guests! Thank you for the great review and for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2022
We absolutely love you guys and miss you already. We are very much hoping to see you all again for a wedding ;)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

duane h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You better Belize it.

Amazing hosts and everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Dec 2022
Thank you, Duane, for your review and for staying with us. It was absolutely our pleasure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Fantastic stay! Will absolutely consider this villa again! Thank you, Mark, Sabrina and Dean
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2022
Thank you Kristen for your review and for staying with us. We truly enjoyed having you and hope you will come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2022
Josh, we were so honored to have you stay with us. You entire group was absolutely amazing and it was terrific that you were able to bring family to celebrate a BIG birthday. We would love to have you back ANY time. Please send our love to everyone and thank you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Rising Sun = Amazing

The property listed was simply amazing!! The whole process from check in to check out was as smooth as could be!! Mirko, Sabrina, and Mark were always available and made us feel at home. Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much. We all enjoyed getting to know everyone and would love to have you guys back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a fun vacation

Mark, Sabrina and Dean did a fantastic job of helping us with things to do, memorable experiences and great dining. Very friendly and all fun to be around. The Villa was great with a fantastic beach and we enjoyed the outdoor bar almost every night! I would highly recommend Villa Of the Rising Sun to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for staying with us. You were the perfect guests and we can’t wait to have you back.
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2023
It was all our pleasure having you stay with us. You guys are wonderful people and we miss you already. I hope the rest of your trip is magical!

About the host

Hosted by Dean Jarnig

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Why they chose this property

One of the great advantages of staying with us is your personal concierge service. From adventure tours to transportation, local advise on restaurants and what's going on, to personalized services like a private cook, we go all out to make certain your vacation is worry free! We also have a ton of events that can be arranged right at the property, from local drummers, to meal and grocery delivery, to fun games for those just wanting to relax on the beach and not venture out.

Read our reviews for first hand experiences from travelers just like you.

What makes this property unique

We will help plan and book all of your travel and tours within Belize making your vacation worry free. We have a wonderful fully functional private beach bar right on the Caribbean and a beautiful dock for sunbathing, manatee watching, and fishing.

Enjoy business-class Internet throughout the property from a fast, reliable fiber-optic connection, and make the palapa your new office.

Languages:

English, Local (sign language)

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