Creekside Oasis

One of Belize's best kept secrets! Located in a quiet area in the rain forest and along a river, you cannot beat the location of this gem. It is a place where you can soak in the natural beauty and wonders of Belize, while also being an easy drive into Punta Gorda and a great jumping off point for exploring the rest of Toledo. Nate and Telmo were great to work with as we planned our trip and made it all easy. As a group of thirteen (9 high school students and 4 adult chaperones), some of us stayed in the lodge rooms and others in the casitas. All of the rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable. Telmo and the amazing staff were extremely accommodating to our group's dietary restrictions, with some people needing gluten-free and dairy-free options. The food was amazing and our group was able to try many of the different cultural dishes of Belize during our stay. We just can't wait to return!

We have just returned from a three-night visit at Chaab'il B'e where we stayed in one of the thatched roof casitas in the beautiful garden of the property. Our room had a comfortable queen bed as well as a set of bunkbeds, both draped with mosquito netting---though we never noticed any insects. Despite the heat, the ceiling and floor fans kept us comfortable--after all, the Mayans designed these structures to tolerate the heat. At night we fell asleep listening to sounds of the jungle, and we were fortunate enough to be awakened to howler monkeys nearby. Sheila is an amazing cook, and our meals were extraordinary. Good coffee greeted us each morning, and breakfast began with a lavish display of fresh fruits and included abundant pancakes, eggs, waffles, and beans. For dinner we enjoyed fresh salads, soup, perfectly roasted chicken, pureed cauliflower, and a pasta and vegetable dish. Dessert was copious quantities of mango crumble with ice cream. Sheila and Rusty are friendly and welcoming, eager to share their knowledge of the birds and all of nature that inhabit their property. We are most grateful for our time spent at their home.

This property is clean and well-kept with many well-maintained trails through the jungle for bird watching or fun, also has a great swimming hole. The room was clean spacious and well lit. The hosts were extremely helpful in recommending and scheduling both cocoa and snorkeling tours, great restaurants and just neat stuff to check out in the area. Sheila pointed out several different bird species that we would have missed. This place is my favorite of the 5 we stayed in all over Belize both in the jungle and on the beach.

The beds and accommodations were a bit tired, and the location is next to a lumber mill, so it can be noisy in the day, but the hosts are anxious to please and if you have meals there, they will be terrific. It's a good home-base location to head a few different directions to explore and see authentic Maya culture.

Stayed here for 6 nights. Grounds were beautiful. Sets off the road which helped to create a quiet and serene setting. Breakfast and dinner were delicious. The owners, Sheila and Rusty were beyond hospitable. They were a wealth of knowledge regarding the people and culture of the surrounding area. I felt most welcomed. Would not hesitate to return again.

Incredible hospitality and a beautiful piece of property. I came here on a school trip this past January and it was fantastic. The lodging is very comfortable and clean. Food is fantastic as we were served different types of meals from the different ethnic backgrounds in Belize. The area itself is hidden gem if your looking for a great place in the tropics. Overall, a fantastic stay and everyone in our group loved it. You will experience animals on the property and they make noise but it is five time better than hearing horns and sirens like you would hear in a crowded city.