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Gladden Private Island
Placencia, Stann Creek, Belize · Independent · Grand Luxury
A one-villa coral islet on the Belize Barrier Reef near Placencia: two to four guests live in a 3,000-square-foot house while staff and plant occupy a second, smaller island next door. A privacy-meter light warns when anyone is approaching. Helicopter or boat in.
- 1 rooms
- Opened 2017
About Gladden Private Island
- Opened in 2017 as a single-villa island on the Belize Barrier Reef, developed by Private Islands Inc.
- Staff and infrastructure occupy a second, smaller island so the guest villa stays empty of back-of-house.
- A privacy-meter light system signals when staff are approaching the villa.
- Capacity is two to four guests in a single villa; staff live and work on a separate island so the guest cay stays empty of back-of-house.
- Opened in 2017 as a previously untouched coral islet on the Belize Barrier Reef near Placencia.
History
Developed by Chris Krolow and David Keener of Private Islands Inc., Gladden Private Island opened in 2017 on a previously untouched coral islet along the Belize Barrier Reef. The property utilizes a unique two-island setup where guests reside in a 3,000-square-foot villa on the main island while all staff and infrastructure are discreetly located on a smaller adjacent island. A signature 'privacy meter' system uses indicator lights to alert guests when staff are approaching, ensuring an unparalleled level of seclusion.
The setting
5-minute walk to Seine Bight Beach.
Experiences
- Diving along the Belize barrier reef — Guests dove along the Belize barrier reef, seeing a reef wall, hard corals, a nurse shark, lionfish, lobster, snapper and moray eels.
- Snorkeling with rays — Snorkeling among vibrant rays, mentioned by guests as part of planned excursions.
- Kayaking — Kayaking in pristine waters, mentioned by guests.
- Massages — Rejuvenating massages mentioned by a guest.
Amenities
- Private infinity pool and sun deck
- All-inclusive gourmet dining with private chef
- PADI scuba diving and snorkeling excursions
- Unlimited spa treatments (massages, facials, manicures)
- Round-trip helicopter or boat transfers from Belize City/Placencia
- Personal concierge and butler service
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