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Questions, answered
What airport do I fly into?
Fly into Philip S. W. Goldson International (BZE) in Belize City, then take the fifteen-minute domestic hop to San Pedro (SPR) on Tropic Air or Maya Island Air — the reef views are worth a window seat. Book a 1.5–2 hour layover. A 90-minute water ferry from the city is the scenic alternative.
How do we get from San Pedro to the villa?
Everaldo meets you at the San Pedro airport and guides you to the villa. The drive to Secret Beach takes about forty minutes by golf cart — paved, with a final stretch of sand and crushed coral that’s all part of the arrival. Prefer not to drive? The Secret Beach water ferry crosses from San Pedro — we’ll meet you at the drop-off and guide you over to the villa.
Do we need a golf cart — and where do we rent one?
We strongly recommend one; the island runs on them. The villa doesn’t provide a cart — guests rent their own — roughly $35–75 USD a day depending on the time of year, valid driver’s license required. We recommend MTK (+501 608-6336); mention Black Orchid Oasis for the best rate. Secure parking on the villa grounds.
How does dining work?
Daily chef-prepared breakfast is included. Optional family-style lunches and dinners — plus handcrafted cocktails from the bar — are served by Delma and Everaldo and billed separately. Meals are arranged via our dining form at least seven days before arrival so the team can acquire groceries — and onsite ordering stays available once you’re here, because plans change. Vegetarian and vegan alternatives exist for every dish, and the kitchen is always yours for self-catering at no charge.
What do meals and drinks cost?
Lunch mains run $14–24 and dinners $15–68, with kid-friendly plates — pizza, nuggets, burgers, hot dogs — at $15. Craft cocktails run $15–19, mocktails and smoothies $9–10 (all USD), plus 12.5% GST and a 24.5% service fee — everything is itemized on the dining form before you pay, with no surprises at checkout.
What’s included with the villa?
Daily breakfast by your private chef; the saltwater pool, private dock, paddleboards, kayaks, and pool floats; cornhole and bocce on the sand; a dedicated workspace; AC, ceiling fans, custom blackout drapes, cooling gel memory-foam mattresses, and Egyptian-cotton sateen bedding in every suite; 75″ and 50″ Samsung smart TVs ready for your streaming logins; oversized Turkish beach towels, plush cotton bath sets, hair dryers, and an in-room safe. Every tap pours filtered, UV-treated rainwater — safe to drink. No hidden fees.
Are kids welcome?
All ages. The water out front is famously calm, clear, and shallow, and the bunk room — two queens and two twins with its own TV and en-suite — was built for kids and crews. Kid favorites like pizza, nuggets, and hot dogs are on every menu. Note: registered guests only, no parties, and no pets.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out by 10:00 AM — earlier or later when housekeeping allows, by request. Quiet hours run 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, in keeping with Belize’s quiet-hours law.
Is the beach really sargassum-free?
Yes. The villa sits on the west-facing shore of Ambergris Caye, where the seagrass never lands — the water stays clear and swimmable year-round, while the east side of the island deals with seasonal sargassum. The one exception: an occasional strong storm can push some sea grass onto the west shore for a short spell.
Can I work from the villa?
Comfortably. The villa runs Starlink internet, backed by solar power, battery reserve, and a backup generator — you stay online and powered independent of the island grid — with a dedicated workspace that keeps the sea in view. One honest note: the connection is only as reliable as Starlink itself — excellent, though nothing on an island is ever perfectly guaranteed. Longer stays are welcome.
How do I book?
The villa books through our Airbnb Luxe listing — live availability, pricing, and instant confirmation. For questions, special occasions, or longer stays, WhatsApp the villa and we’ll take care of you.
