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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom74.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$416
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe

Welcome to this charming cabin in Belize City. This superb property features 2 cozy bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a twin bed. The bathroom is equipped with a refreshing shower. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like an iron, hair dryer, washing machine, and WiFi during your stay. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at our place.

Property manager

Shanna Williams

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
Belize City

What's nearby

  • Bacab Eco Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Old Belize - 29 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Kukumba Beach - 29 min drive - 30.6 km
  • San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Belize City Terminal - 32 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Tourism Village - 33 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Belize City (BZE-Philip S. W. Goldson Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iguana Stop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪NANS Sports Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪PoKoNoBwai Restaurant And Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cherry's Good Food - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe?

As of 25 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe on 3 Dec 2024 start from AU$415.86, 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.

Is Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe located?

Situated in Burrell Boom, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Belize River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bacab Eco Park and Belize Central Prison. San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Belize City Terminal and Haulover Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Howler House Amazing Tree House by the river with bikes and canoe Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem!
I found this property looking for a layover spot. The more I looked at the listing the more appealing it became so I added an extra night. So glad I did!! I rented a car at BZE and drive and it was unbelievably easy to find/get to. The location gives you the impression you’re very far from a city. It’s quiet and private. There is currently construction going on to add new houses, which was not an issue AT ALL. I am very happy for the owners and managers for the added revenue (and there will be a pool!) but I can say that it will be a little less private when they are booking. Nonetheless our stay was incredible and the workers were so considerate. Kenny stopped by with his daughters and they are all so wonderful! We spent only one full day so we hung out with the howler monkeys and visited the Belize zoo and wildlife education center, which is only a very easy 30 minute drive and worth a visit. The monkeys on the property were soooo cool. There is currently an adolescent who is quite curious about people and LOVES to show off. He came right up on the porch to show us his yoga moves. That said, remember they are wild animals - don’t touch or feed them and latch the doors when you leave. The crocodile only made her appearance when we were out but she’s there! Just searching for her and watching the monkeys is activity in itself! There’s a good kitchen and a restaurant about a 3 minute drive away (black orchid, where you are allowed access to the pool - great food and service!).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
We LOVED the Howler House. Shanna was an excellent host. She communicated early about transportation and helped us get a tour booked to see the Mayan Ruins and a Ziplining tour. Without her our traveling experience would have been challenging. We loved being in the jungle and seeing the howler monkeys right off the deck was such a cool experience. We were concerned about the bugs but that was not an issue as long as you keep the house doors closed. The bikes were a huge plus to explore the small town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle Gem
My young adult son, myself and our little dog loved our stay here: To relax and dream, hammock rocked on the wraparound deck to soothing jungle sounds and meditate on the amazing wildlife while overlooking the Belize River was a heavenly respite, a true gem, cozy and quaint, in the jungle. A bevy of fans keep you cool. As Shanna and Kenny were under the weather, a driver named Ernesto picked us up at the airport, took us out for a delicious roadside lunch, grocery shopping and then to the Howler House. Shanna is excellent at communicating and arranging tours and a flight via Tropic Air to Placencia, our next stop. Ernesto drove us to our tours: We loved the Baboon Sanctuary and the cave tubing we ventured on was exciting and relaxing. Ernesto is friendly, helpful, professional and informative. The highlight of the Howler House is how secluded it is in the jungle. However, 3 other homes are being built on the property. The homes are spaced far enough apart to keep some privacy, but the seclusion will be lost. The other special feature of the Howler House: an incredible canoe ride. No crowd of homes alongside the River. Just wild jungle. We were greeted by a luminous green flying object come dusk on the deck: a glowing click beetle. So enchanting. We had never seen one before. And as we awoke to leave on our too short 2 night stay, 4 Howler Monkeys came onto the deck! One ate from our hands. Note: they love bananas not grapes.This was the best goodbye gift!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shelby F.

Quaint Retreat
Very quaint and cute house by the river. During our stay we saw several parrots, howler monkeys, and the resident iguana. The screened in porch was amazing for relaxation and tuning in to the sounds of the jungle. Shanna was wonderful to work with and helped us with tours and transportation, and she took us to several shops and stores to pick out groceries before our stay. 10/10 would recommend her services!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely AMAZING Little Piece of Belize Jungle Heaven!!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay at Howler House!! This was an epic girls trip for three of us to celebrate a birthday!! Nothing about Howler House disappointed us. This is a rustic, but clean, adorable, and comfortable little cabin on stilts! There were two twin beds and a double bed that were all cozy and comfortable. Tiny, but fully functional bathroom and shower that all worked perfectly well. The screened in porches were delightful to sit on and hear the sounds of nature during dusk when the mosquitoes were out (but not really that bad at all with a little bug spray) and the two hammocks were such welcoming respites after a long day of incredible adventures! The wildlife all around was the best part of the house. The howler monkey troops adorable and fun to watch swinging around the trees. They were curious and loved to watch us too! The cute baby crocodile in the pond out front was still and relaxed as he soaked in the Belizean sun. There was also the charming tweets of the birds and the song of nature all around, but not so disturbing that you couldn’t enjoy a good nights sleep or a siesta! Now onto the FUN part of our stay!! We opted to partake in a few of the KenShan tours, boy did that prove to be one is the best decisions of our trip! Ask for Ernesto as your guide. He will take excellent care of you! HIGHLY rec Green Acres Ranch Horse back riding tour, beautiful landscape, friendly hosts, & very calm well cared for horses!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
We loved our stay at the Howler house! The covered patio was great to sit and listen to the wild life, and keep the bugs off. Got to see the monkeys on the deck, lots of birds, and a few lizards. Hope to be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Quiet get away
We had a wonderful stay at Howler house! Shanna was great and so helpful planning our excursions. We epecially had fun with the cave tubing and the guide she set us up with. We saw a lot of howler monkeys, the little croc guarding the bridge, and we even saw a tapir visiting the house. This was a very nice and different get away and I look foreward to coming back for a visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucy m., Eaton usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Tree house stay
Our stay was short but wonderful. The owners helped us so much with our transportation problems and made sure that our stay was great. Beautiful surroundings in the jungle area, the river view from deck, listening to native birds, and howler monkeys made our trip very special.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Susie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Way to short
The Howler House and personal cave tubing tour was the perfect way to finish off our Belize trip! The location set in the tree tops with birds, frogs , iguanas and yes howler monkeys!! Shanna and Kenny were amazing and knowledgable, even arranging pick up to take us to the water taxi to get to Caye caulker which was our first destination. We would have loved to stay longer (but as they are building 3 more unit's on the property, and a little construction happening we were glad we booked the relaxing cave tubing during the day ) The new units look amazing so we may just have to return someday ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place in the jungle.
The hosts of this property are very friendly.They helped us with every aspect of our time with them. We went on a baboon sactuary tour which was amazing. Overall the property was perfect. Quiet and peaceful. We got a visit from an iguana and the howler monkeys were off in a distance. We had toucans right at the property. Beds were comfortable and we all slept like babies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle tree house with the family.
We had a wonderful stay at the Howler House. The hosts Kenny and Shanna are wonderful and quick to reply to any messages. We came during the shoulder season so we did get two days of rain but we expected that might happen. We had to cancel the Zoo tour we had booked (hiding animals are no fun for kids) and Shanna tried to find a time to make it work for us but was very understanding when it didn’t work out. The place is fairly remote which we wanted. We arranged a second grocery trip with Kenny when our Zoo plans fell through. The pool at the local resort was a hit with the kids. There is currently construction on site but it didn’t bother us much. Our first morning we had a wonderful encounter with the Howler monkeys, saw the Iguana, and even a tarantula. I think this would be a lovely stay for a couple wanting to stay longer with a rental car, there are several areas to lounge and even work with great wifi!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ward-and-Andrea ..

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
The Howler House was so relaxing. It has all you need to unwind and enjoy nature. The monkeys came each day, we saw iguanas and so many birds. Kenny and Shanna made sure we knew where everything was and how to get around the town. The tours we booked with them were amazing, very personalized. My husband has some mobility issues from a stroke, we had no problem doing the zipline, cave tubing, horseback riding. They were willing to accommodate with an easy pace and we had great guides on each tour! The Mayan chocolate tour is excellent! Hands on and yummy tasting. We would definitely recommend this property and tours they offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure with ease
I love to go off-grid when traveling, to be in the middle of nature, and to meet interesting people. Howler house ticks all those boxes! Communication with Kenny and Shanna was easy, and they took such good care of us, setting up a trip to the Belize zoo (exceeded expectations), a cave tubing adventure, and a zip-lining adventure. The positive experiences started when their staff picked us up from the airport and took us to a roadside stand for delicious rice, beans and stew chicken. Howler house is spacious, with a wraparound porch that looks out over the river. There is also a screened porch with a comfy couch and a hammock. When we were not out on an adventure, we swung in the hammocks at the house, with breezes from the many fans in the house. One afternoon, we were amazed to observe playful howler monkeys swinging from a nearby tree. The kitchen is well-equipped (including with drinking water), and there is pretty tile-work in the bathroom. One evening, Kenny drove us to nearby Black Orchid, where we had delicious ceviche for dinner. Kenny and Shanna are special, kind friends, and I hope to see them again at Howler House!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

RaeAnn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Riverside Romantic Retreat
Where do I begin, first if you're looking around this area just stop looking & book this little gem now! We seen Howler monkeys on our first evening upon arrival, even a baby! Seen the little croc too! We loved everything about this stay, but what really set it apart from our other stays during our vacation in Belize was Shaunna and Kenny! Wow we took a trip booked through them to the ATM cave and loved it so much we booked the half day snorkeling tour the following day!!! I highly recommended both and if we would have stayed longer we would have done even more! Kenny knows so much about Belize, Shauna is so attentive and checked in on us so much, I am so grateful we booked with them!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney C., Huntington, WV, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
River Fun!
We loved staying at this house! There was abundant wildlife and we saw lots of howler monkeys! There are plenty fans for the hot summer nights. There are bikes to ride and the canoe was so much fun to take out early morning. The kitchen was stocked with cookware and the porch is so awesome to relax on in the evening. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle Oasis
The Howler house exceeded our expectations. The location is amazing: the river right behind you, surrounded by trees. There was a toucan living in a knot in the tree out by the stairs- it was a smaller variety with a black and white beak! Every morning we woke up to bird sounds that sounded like a movie soundtrack. We saw the monkeys a few times and listening to them was amazing. We took the canoe out a few times and also walked around Burrell Boom. The house has screened in porches on 2 sides and a back porch along the back so plenty of places to sit and read or listen to the sounds around you. We had cell service at the house, if that is a concern for you. The kitchen had everything we needed. The furniture was comfortable and overall the place looked like a comfy cabin with colorful seat cushions and some items from the owner's world travels. A BIG bonus to this stay are Kenny and Shanna, the managers. I highly recommend using them for transportation/guides if you don't want to rent a car. They are wonderful people and have lived in Belize their whole lives so can tell you lots of interesting info. We booked a tour to Lamanai through them- highly recommend it!- and they picked us up from the airport and drove us to the ferry terminal at the end of our stay. I am mostly an introvert but Kenny and Shanna are so easy to be around. Their company really added to our trip. Cannot recommend them enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Howlers, Toucans and Dragons on the Belize River!
Wonderful stay! During the six days there, we enjoyed the Howler monkeys coming down to the deck, the two youngest (the Twin Tornados) enjoyed our bananas and provided great entertainment and pics. From the trees came the Fiery-billed Toucans, fly catchers, basilisks and iguanas. Wonderful place! Erika's African and Argentinian artwork decorate the walls and shelves and give the Howler House a gallery atmosphere! Thanks, Shaanna! (the manager), And for the Jeep to get to Coracal, and for the trip back to the airpost. You made it all so easy! Thanks again, Richard.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and adventurous
The Howler House is the perfect way to experience the jungle and the villages of Belize. The house is very clean and peaceful and feels like your own jungle escape. Watching the monkeys in the trees come by the house and listening to the birds at all times of the day was magical. Kenny and Shanna will take you anywhere you’d like to go! From picking you up at the airport to dropping you off to the ferry to go to one of the islands. They will connect you with wonderful tour guides/give you ideas for exploring. We had the best time there and getting to know Kenny and Shanna. From the day we booked our stay, we’ve been in touch and letting them know what all we would like to do and what their recommendations are. They are so knowledgeable on who the best tours are and the days you should go! I highly recommend staying at the Howler House and we hope to come back one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildlife Photography!
Greeted at the airport by Kenny, we were off to Howler House. As promised, a troop of Black Howler monkeys peered down at us from the trees as we arrived!. Howler House is a rustic, but well appointed cottage in the tiny town over-looking the Belize river. The property managers, Kenny and his wife Shana were excellent hosts. They arranged all of our excursions for cave tubing, Mayan ruins, monkey reserve, and a tour to San Ignacio. All tours included transportation, personal guide, and lunch. If you are interested in seeing Belize as it's residents live it, this is your ticket. The cottage had everything we needed, and we loved that we were surrounded by porches, both screened and unscreened, to view our wild neighbors. Toucans, parrots, Coati, Howlers, we saw them all. Tho prepared for mosquitos, it has been dry, and they were blessedly absent. The cottage is exactly as pictured, and included reliable WiFi, in case you want to stay connected.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkeys!!!!!
What an awesome experience!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L., Geneva, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature Lovers Alert!
Going to Belize and staying at Howler House was a trip of a lifetime. A true jungle experience awaits you in this secluded jungle house. During my one month stay, I saw and heard many birds, many iguanas, and dozens of butterflies. Not to mention seeing or hearing the howler monkeys almost every day. A peccary also made an appearance a few times. You fall asleep every night to jungle sounds. Overlooking the Belize River, it was a peaceful, tranquil experience. I walked around town every day, being greeted by the friendly Belizeans. I occasionally rode the bicycle or walked over the the excellent restaurant at Black Orchid Resort, although Howler House has a fully equipped kitchen. The local food was delicious and very flavorful. The housecarers, Kenny and Shanna were very attentive and took very good care of me. They are also available for day trips should one desire to see outside Burrell Boom. I would recommend this place for anyone who wants to experience real jungle living. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy God's creation.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., Lake Lure

Liked: Cleanliness
HOWLER HOUSE was amazing for photographing Howlers right from our back porch
We stayed for 3 nights on the front end of a dive trip in Amergris Caye. There is no AC, but plenty of fans to keep you cool at night. If you are adventurous and NOT high maintenance, you will love Howler House. It is very small and best for 2 people or 3 with the 3rd being a kid. It was a great location for doing tours, and Shanna, the property manager set up all 4 of our tours. We did ATM spelunking, Caves Branch Tubing through caves and visited the Howler Monkey sanctuary. On our last day we went with Wentworth to the Mayan ruins, before dropping us off at the airport for the quick flight over to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye and he was a phenomenal guide. All these trips can be pre-arranged by yourself, online, or you can do what we did and have Shanna book them for you. She was excellent and worth the extra price of not having to worry about anything and the guides that SHE hires are phenomenal. Special shout out to Wentworth, who was incredibly knowledgeable, kind and so friendly and giving of his time and knowledge.....he was also our guide for the Caves Branch tubing adventure. You may choose to save about 20% by booking things yourself, but for us, Shanna was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clyde D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Howler House is AMAZING
If you need air conditioning and crowds then this isn't for you.. If you want seclusion relaxation and nature then book now. The howler family made an appearance the first day and was a joy to watch. Evenings spent on the back porch listening to the sounds of the jungle were well spent and so relaxing. So many nice people we met along our travels made the journey much easier than it could have been. Shout out to Kenny and Shana. They do a great job maintaining the property. Hindsight being 20-20 we would have booked tours through them and taken some of the stress out of driving ourselves. The Howler house was a hit and we would definitely return. Although we didn't meet Shana Kenny is a knowledgeable and resourseful young man. *****
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Loved the howler house, bring your bug spray! But lovely place to enjoy nature and village life in belize!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty close to a jungle experience
We stayed for two nights. Bugs will be something to account for, and the second single bed doesn’t have a bug net. Shanna was our guide — she was lovely; she set up some tours for us. The guide who took us on those tours, Wentworth, was nice and friendly as well. The stay was not luxurious, but it did feel close to the jungle and it was an interesting experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022