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1. Is the house one big vacation rental home or several apartments? Answer: Both. When the house's 3 levels are combined, it is one large vacation rental home, which offers 11 individual beds ranging from single to king size with 16 person capacity. During high season the levels 2 and 3 are usually rented together to form a 4+ bedroom, 3.5 bath house. Often the 1st level studio is rented separately but can be rented with the upper levels to form a 5+-bedroom house. All bedroom can be connected interiorly by an inside stairs. 2. I am traveling alone and on a budget. All I need is a simple room. Do you have anything for me? Yes, the 1st floor studio rate starts at $60 for one person/low season. It is attractive although not as luxurious as the upper levels. Also during times of low season and last minute vacancies several level 2 or 3 rooms may rented alone. All have room sinks. Most offer a refrigerator and microwave or full kitchen. View single room options. 3. Where is the house located? In Harbor Place, Placencia Village. It is just southwest of Atlantic Bank, 0.25 miles from the Caribbean Sea and 1/3 mile from a major grocery store. View Maps . 4. How many bicycles will I have when I rent an apartment? There are six bicycles available, technically 2 for each level/unit. 5. When is rainy season? Belize does not experience a season with continuous rain, such as Monsoon. However, late summer and early fall have frequent rain and are at greatest risk of hurricane. Because Placencia is south of the most likely areas for hurricanes, it has only experienced 1 hurricane in the last 60 years, Hurricane Iris in 2001. 6. How often is maid service? There is maid service once mid -week during for stays of 1 week. Monthly rentals are self-catering except for linen provided. 7. Is there a laundry? The laundry is primarily for staff use. Midweek maid service includes complimentary laundry service. A laundry tub, laundry soap and clothes line are avaiable at all times for guests use. 8. Will anyone else be at the house? For security reasons a house-sitter or manager occupies the manager's quarters on the 1st floor. If you reserved the Entire House (5 bedrooms), no other guests will be booked during your stay. 9. Is the swimming at the house safe? Yes, the north side waters are safe for swimming. It is a bit less salty and much calmer than the ocean. Parents can relax on the dock while watching children swim. Child size life jackets are provided. 10. Are pets permitted at the house? Decked Out House permits mature pets on its 1st floor only. No puppies are permitted. Guests are expected not to leave their pet locked inside all day. There is a $35 extra exit cleaning fee for pets. 11. Is there a crib and other accessories for a baby? Yes, there is a crib. The house has a regular bath tub on its 3rd level. Although there are no building codes regarding deck safety standards in Belize, all of Decked Out House's decks were built to US safety standards. The house offers child and infant life-jacket. The kayaks are Old Town Otters with openings large enough for one adult and a small child. 12. Is it possible to rent a private boat? In Belize, laws protecting of the barrier reef are strictly enforced. Boats can not be rented without a captain that is a licenced tour guide. Private trips for a group/family can be arranged. 13. How does one get to Placencia? Usually by road or local plane company: Maya Island Air or Tropic Air. Very often groups of 3 or more, rent a car at Belize City airport and drive. It is approximately a 4-hour drive to Placencia Village. A vehicle affords guests an opportunity to view the beautiful Hummingbird Highway, which is the road between Belmopan and Dangriga. Directly in route is the Belize Zoo and Blue Hole National Park which offers guests a sample of Belize's lush interior. 14. When is check-out and check- in time? Check-in time is 3PM. If the house is ready sooner, guests may check in sooner. Please inform us ahead of time of your anticipated time of arrival. Check-out time is 11:00. If you would like to check out later than 11pm please inform the house manager. 15. Is there anything regarding Belize laws that we should know? Yes, if arrested in Belize, you can be prevented from leaving the country for a long time. The Belizean justice system can be slow. If you want to post bail, a Belizean person must vouch for you. The most common offense that tourists are charged with is procession of illicit drugs, particularly marijuana. No such use is permitted at Decked Out House. Use of illegal drug can result in eviction without refund and/or arrest. Please respect all Belize laws. 15.What should I bring with me? 1. Photocopy of you passport, which is kept in a separate place from passport and pass port kept separately from each other. 2. Off with high deet content, particularly during wet season, Mid -August - Nov 1. 3. Benadryl clear Gel in clear bottle or ointment. 4.Light weight long pants and shoes with good walking soles. Long sleeve shirt. 5. Financial resources : US money, Visa or Master Cards, ATM card and /or Travelers checks. US personal checks are not accepted at Decked Out House, other merchants or Belize banks. Visa is accepted at most merchants but there are some, especially grocery stores that do not. There is no need to exchange your US dollars for Belize ones. Us dollars are accepted everywhere. 7. Extra supply of medication, if it is vital medication. Not all medication that are available in other countries are available in Belize. Guests should refrigerate any medications that deteriorate in higher temperatures. 8. A beach towel. Decked Out House supplies some beach towels but appreciates guest bringing one of their own. 9. Sunglasses with UV protection 10. Sun Screen 11.Snorkel gear. It can also be rented or is supplies when taking tours. It is suggested for children as they might want them for in front of the house swimming. 12. Shoes with non-slip soles that can be worn on jungle walks. 13. if you are planning on taking novice scuba lessons and have any significant medical history or are on routine medications, bring a PADI medical form completed by your physician. 14. Small backpack which you will need for tours. 15. Very light jacket or long sleave shirt to wear during the occasional cool evenings. 16. Flashlight What should I not bring. 1. Expensive jewelery
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