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# Carmelita Gardens, Belize

A Sustainable Off-Grid Development

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## Posts

- [Volunteering Community](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/volunteering-community/) - Living in Carmelita Gardens means being part of the greater community of Santa Familia. This small Belizean village embodies the nation’s hardworking, joyful spirit, where people strive for financial stability and family well-being. While impoverished by first-world standards, these welcoming Belizeans fully embrace life, always ready with a smile and a helping hand for their
- [Land Ownership in Belize for Foreigners](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/land-ownership-in-belize-for-foreigners/) - Foreigners can own land in Belize, and there are no restrictions on foreign ownership of property. The foreigner can own land Absolute Title
- [How to get to Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/how-to-get-to-belize/) - There are at least ten international airlines flying to Belize, with departures from cities across the U.S., Canada, and Central America.
- [Your Helpful Guide to Grocery Shopping In Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/guide-to-grocery-shopping-in-belize/) - We will explore the cost of living in Belize and provide insights into the common grocery items and their prices, allowing you to plan your budget
- [a Virtual Welcome Reception at one of our neighbors’ homes](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/a-virtual-welcome-reception/) - Does Carmelita Gardens suit your interests and budget? One of the best ways to know if a place is right for you is to meet the neighbors. Since Carmelita Gardens’ founding in 2010, we have hosted countless tours, both Virtual and In-person. Through those tours many good folks have made the decision to purchase properties,
- [Santa Familia still One of the Worlds Best Villages](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/santa-familia-still-one-of-the-worlds-best-villages/) - Santa Familia lies at the confluence of the two major rivers in Cayo, where the Rivers Mopan and Macal join to become the mighty Belize River.
- [Living in a Family-Friendly Community in Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/living-in-a-family-friendly-community-in-belize/) - Moving to a new country with a family comes with a unique set of challenges, and families must consider several factors when exploring new territories, such as education options, activities for children, safety concerns, future development opportunities, and cost of living. Family-friendly community in Belize
- [Growing Pains. We are booming in Carmelita Gardens. Over the past two years we have seen unprecedented growth and it keeps increasing](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/growing-pains/) - A brief history and plans for the future from Phil Hahn, the Developer of Carmelita Gardens.
- [Cohune Palm is an amazing source for many different proposes](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/cohune-palm/) - The Cohune palm Attalea cohune is on the top of my plant list for the forest garden project. It is native to Mexico and south America.
- [From our Gardeners ](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/from-our-gardeners/) - “The first supermarket supposedly appeared on the American landscape in 1946. That is not very long ago. Until then, where was all the food?
- [THINGS HAVE BEEN BUSY IN THE GARDEN...](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/things-have-been-busy-in-the-garden/) - We are freedom loving and self-reliant. We cherish our homes and gardens, enjoy hobbies and pastimes, engage in occupations and avocations, and appreciate our rest and relaxation. We greet each other during our morning and evening walks, entertain and unwind on our porches, gather in the community gardens and at the river, and are ready to help when someone needs a hand.
- [FROM RESOLUTION TO RESIDENT](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/from-resolution-to-resident/) - Building a community and building homes is first and foremost about the people. Chris clearly understands and has a construction crew that is arguably the best in all of Belize. His Foreman, Gerson, has been involved in every building in Carmelita Gardens and always takes great pride in the workmanship and timeliness of his crew. The crew has been together for many years; in fact, they are mostly family and friends who work beautifully together. They have built most of the houses in Carmelita Gardens, so their experience is second to none.
- [Row & Mac Creighton Trip To Belize 2021](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/row-mac-creighton-trip-to-belize-2021/) - pon arrival in Belize, the incredibly friendly people helped us through each line, directing us to the appropriate places. We handed over our negative test results (holding our breath). "Move along," we were told. No one even asked to see the health app QR code!
- ["Belize Is Calling", by one of our Residents](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/belize-is-calling/) - “I’ll tell you something else about Belize,” said Fr. Smalls to the congregation gathered at Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church in Independence, Louisiana. With a sly grin he added, “Sometimes we eat monkeys.” More than a few children made ‘yuck’ faces in response. Looking back on my introduction to Belize, I’m pretty sure Fr. Smalls
- [Top 6 Reasons Belize is YOUR Best Escape in 2022](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/top-6-reasons-belize-is-your-best-escape-in-2022/) - BELIZE: The best escape from a chaotic world. The craziness we see unfolding everyday when we turn on the TV is causing anxiety to me and so many others. Shipping lines clogged, supply lines broken, food prices skyrocketing, the very process of our elections called into question. We even have protests on the streets.
- [Costs of Living in Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/costs-of-living-in-belize/) - My approximate monthly expenses are about BZ$1,175 (US$588). That’s less than half of my Social Security benefit. To give you an idea of how affordable it can be to live here, my monthly expenses for one person include:
- [Why You Should Consider Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/why-you-should-consider-belize/) - The prolific author, and lay theologian, C.S. Lewis once said, Hardships often prepare ordinary people, for an extraordinary destiny. In a time of uncertainty and unexpected hardships, it is important to continue to look to the future and focus on realizing our own “extraordinary destiny”. For so many that destiny leads to places they may have

## Pages

- [Escape to a Peaceful, Safe, and Free Paradise in Belize](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/) - We are building a New Town Together. An Off - Grid Riverfront Community in the tropical Cayo District of Belize, the “Breadbasket of the Caribbean”.
- [VISIT US](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/visit-us/) - Property Tour To ensure a valuable experience and gain deeper insight into our vibrant community, we highly recommend scheduling a property tour before your arrival. 4-day – 3-night Discovery Tour​ Tour Dates: April 24–27 August 28–31 Come see what life is really like in Carmelita Gardens—our off-grid, sustainable community. Meet the people who live here,
- [Contact Us](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/contact-us/) - CONTACT US email: info@carmelitagardens.com Phone: +1 850-980-5544 WhatsApp 110 Carmelita Gardens, Santa Familia Village, Cayo, Belize, Central America CONTACT US
- [OWN HERE](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/own-here/) - OWN HERE Lots for Sale Foreigners can own land in Belize, and there are no restrictions on foreign ownership of property. The foreigner can own land outright and have the same property rights as a Belizean citizen. CONTACT US Here are a few examples of the available lots we have. Feel free to contact us
- [Homes in Belize for Sale](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/for-sale/) - Enjoy a friendly community, spacious screen porch, and the convenience of a furnished “turn-key” home.
- [privacy-policy](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/privacy-policy-3/) - Effective Date: June 28, 2025 At Carmelita Gardens, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us. 1. Information We Collect We may collect the following information when you interact with us: Your name, email address,
- [Videos](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/videos/) - OUR VIDEOS Introduction Videos of Carmelita Gardens, Belize​ We made these videos to share more about the vision and life in Carmelita Gardens with you! A Walk Through with Matt and Rhonda Discovery Tour Cayo – Market, Food, People A Golden Ribbon & a Warm Welcome Party Kelly’s Beautiful Off-Grid Dream Home Gardening & Permaculture
- [Belize Real Estate Guide](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/belize-real-estate-guide/) - Click here
- [About Us](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/about-us/) - Our History 2010 2015 2025 Carmelita Gardens is in the Belize River Valley, an area with a rich Maya history. The nearby Maya Archaeological Site of El Pilar was renowned for it’s Forest Gardeners and to this day agrarian life is a vital part of the fabric of society in the surrounding towns and villages.
- [Family Villa in Belize for Sale](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/family-villa-in-belize-for-sale/) - Off-Grid Family Villa at Carmelita Gardens, Santa Familia Village, Cayo, Belize US$450,000 3 Bed / 2 Bath Interior = 1,713 SF Porches = 313 SF Total Living Area = 2,026 SF Ground Floor Parking / Recreation = 1,804 SF Total Under Roof = 3,850 SF Bella Vista, “Beautiful View”, overlooks the Historic Belize River, home
- [Villa in Belize for Sale](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/villa-for-sale-in-belize/) - Enjoy a friendly community, spacious screen porch, and the convenience of a furnished “turn-key” home.
- [wFAQs 2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/faqs-2/) - Questions & Answers Write us an e-mail via the form, or just send us an e-mail directly at. CONTACT US .elementor-317 .elementor-element.elementor-element-7acb3ea{margin:-30px -30px -30px -30px;}.elementor-317 .elementor-element.elementor-element-20a13b1 > .elementor-element-populated{padding:30px 30px 15px 40px;}.elementor-317 .elementor-element.elementor-element-a6ff6ff:not(.elementor-motion-effects-element-type-background) > .elementor-column-wrap, .elementor-317 .elementor-element.elementor-element-a6ff6ff > .elementor-column-wrap > .elementor-motion-effects-container > .elementor-motion-effects-layer{background-color:#333333;}.elementor-317 .elementor-element.elementor-element-a6ff6ff > .elementor-element-populated{transition:background 0.3s, border 0.3s, border-radius 0.3s, box-shadow 0.3s;padding:30px 30px 30px 30px;}.elementor-317
- [wFAQs](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/faqs/) - SHOPPING INFORMATION Delivery charges for orders from the Online Shop? A placerat ac vestibulum integer vehicula suspendisse nostra aptent fermentum tempor a magna erat ligula parturient curae sem conubia vestibulum ac inceptos sodales condimentum cursus nunc mi consectetur condimentum. Tristique parturient nulla ullamcorper at ullamcorper non orci iaculis neque augue. How long will delivery take?
- [Off-Grid Living: Inspiring Design of Self-Sufficient Homes](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/off-grid-homes/) - OFF-GRID HOMES Off-Grid Homes All the homes in Carmelita Gardens are built using quality materials and methods. Owners can choose from any of our Model Home Designs, modify the Model Home Designs, or Custom Design a Home. Any home can be designed to be built of wood, concrete, or a combination. Homes feature functional designs, solid
- [Gallery](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/gallery/) - All CARMELITA GARDENS COMMUNITY FAMILIES OUR HOMES LOTS DISCOVERY TOURS
- [BLOG](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/blog/) - BLOG SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST!
- [Testimonials](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/testimonials/) - Mary Arnold: «Found My Heaven – This is For Me» I have always dreamed of retiring in Central of South America. I searched a few countries but was attracted to Belize when I realized the native language was English and they use the English Common Law for all legal transactions, simplifying the process. The added
- [Booking system](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/booking-system/) - Subtitle text example Заголовок Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. pulvinar dapibus leo. pulvinar dapibus leo. pulvinar dapibus leo. pulvinar dapibus leo. Subtitle text example Заголовок подводящий под бронирование [booking_package id=2]
- [ABOUT BELIZE](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/about-belize/) - ABOUT BELIZE Belize Flag Coat of arms Capital Belmopan The name derives from the union of two words: “Belize” and “Mopan”. After the devastating Hurricane Hattie destroyed the former capital, Belize City, in 1961, the government was shifted to Belmopan in 1970. Of. language English Belize is the only Central American Country where English is
- [Custom-404-2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/custom-404-2/) - PAGE NOT FOUND This is somewhat embarrassing, isn’t it? It looks like nothing was found at this location. Maybe try a search? Search
- [Gradients](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/gradients/) - GRADIENTS Linear TOP – BOTTOM Linear LEFT – RIGHT Radial circle CENTER – CENTER Radial circle LEFT – BOTTOM Radial ellipse CENTER – BOTTOM Radial ellipse SECTION VIGNETTING Linear SECTION SMOOTH TRANSITION

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- [Expatsi Guide](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=expatsi-guide) - Get the Belize Real Estate Guide
- [Mailing List 2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=mailing-list-2) - Join our Mailing list! Follow our journey and see what life is like in our Belize community.
- [Disc tour](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=disc-tour) - discovery tour reservation Please select tour type SINGLE or DOUBLE and the month you would like to attend.
- [Property Tour 2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=property-tour-2) - Schedule property tour Let us know what day and time you would like to have a tour, and we will be in touch shortly.
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- [Rental Request](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=rental-request) - Rental Availability Our rates start at US$105 Daily, US$490 Weekly and US$910 Monthly
- [Rental](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=rental) - Rental Availability Our rates start at US$105 Daily, US$490 Weekly and US$900 Monthly
- [Button Contact 2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=button-contact-2) - WOULD LIKE TO LEARN MORE? Let Us Know One of our team Members will Contact you Shortly
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- [!popup](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=popup) - Cottages 605 sq. ft.430 Indoor/175 Outdoor1 Bed, 1 Bath, Loft The Cottage is reminiscent of a bygone era when people had less house and more home. Featuring a large front porch and cozy interior, this simple home is functional and elegant. The Cottage is an ideal home for those considering a “Tiny House” but need something
- [Popup house](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=popup-house) - Bungalow 1280 sq. ft.618 Indoor/662 Outdoor1 Bed / 1 Bath Starting at US $180 000 ASK A QUESTION Your Name Your Email Phone Number Your Message
- [btn](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=btn) - ROUTE THROUGH SAN IGNACIO ROUTE THROUGH SPANISH LOOKOUT
- [bl-icon](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=bl-icon) - Carmelita Gardens Sample Itinerary DAY-1 – Pick Up at The Airport – Accommodation – Dinner DAY-2 -Breakfast – Carmelita Gardens Tour – Lunch – Home Tour – Community BBQ DAY-3 – Breakfast – San Ignacio Town – Lunch – Spanish Lookout – Dinner DAY-4 – Breakfast – Meet Your Neighbors
- [Tours](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=tours) - Tours Live Q & A’s Live Q & A’s are a great way to learn about Carmelita Gardens, see the grounds, and ask our team questions. These sessions will have a 20-25 minute tour and will cover and highlight the entire community. We will also go live in Carmelita Gardens with Tim. At that point, we
- [blog-i](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=blog-i) - Why You Should Consider Belize February 2022 In a time of uncertainty and unexpected hardships, it is important to continue to look to the future and focus on realizing our own “extraordinary destiny”. For so many… BELIZE: The best escape from a chaotic world. December 2021 Shipping lines clogged, supply lines broken, food prices skyrocketing,
- [77](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=77) - 7 Step Process Turning Dreams into Reality 1. Choose a Home Site 2. Choose a Home Design 3. Building Quote 4. BUILDING CONTRACT 1. Choose a Home Site 2. Choose a Home Design 3. Building Quote 4. BUILDING CONTRACT 5.Building Permit 6. Construction Process 5.Building Permit 6. Construction Process WELCOME HOME 1. Choose a Home
- [sh1](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=sh1) - Purchasing Process Simple Steps to Ownership and Living in Carmelita Gardens 01 DISCOVERING Learn about Carmelita Gardens and Belize through our website, newsletters, social media, and emails DISCUSSING Speak with a Carmelita Gardens Specialist about your specific interests and schedule a Virtual Tour. 02 02 DISCUSSING Speak with a Carmelita Gardens Specialist about your specific
- [7-3](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=7-3) - WELCOME HOME
- [7-2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=7-2) - 5.Building Permit 6. Construction Process
- [7-1](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=7-1) - 1. Choose a Home Site 2. Choose a Home Design 3. Building Quote 4. BUILDING CONTRACT
- [prim-2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=prim-2) - The Serafina 800 sq. ft.560 Indoor/240 Outdoor1 Bed, 1 Bath, Loft The La Sombra 1234 sq. ft.615 Indoor/619 Outdoor1 Bed, 1 Bath, Loft The Belita 1502 sq. ft.1150 Indoor/352 Outdoor2 Bed, 2 Bath, Loft
- [primer-domov](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=primer-domov) - Cottages 605 sq. ft.430 Indoor/175 Outdoor1 Bed, 1 Bath, Loft The Tortuga 2036 sq. ft.686 Indoor/1350 Outdoor2 Bed, 2 Bath The Casa Carmelita 3164 sq. ft.1060 Indoor/2104 Outdoor2 Bed, 1 Bath
- [fly title](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=fly-title) - Get to know The Residents &Life in Carmelita Gardens READ MORE GALLERY
- [test-2](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=test-2) - Dave Carlson: «Worth the ride? YES! Go for it!» Overwhelming at times… Amazing at times… Frustrating at times… Interesting at times… Astounding at times… Emotional at times… I could go on and on, but I want to say that it was quite an experience from that first shovel overturned to the last bit of cement
- [test-1](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/?elementor_library=test-1) - Dianne Dodson: «The home for my heart, mind and soul»I was looking for a place to retire that would be come “the home for my heart, mind, and soul.” That is important for me-after all I’ll be spending my retirement years in that place. I wanted, of course, to be close enough to visit my

## Portfolio

- [Lots](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/portfolio/lots/)
- [Lifestyle](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/portfolio/lifestyle/)
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- [Cayo District](https://www.carmelitagardens.com/portfolio/cayo-district/)
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## Categories

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