Fodor's Expert Review Sirmoor Hill Farm Bed and Breakfast

In a restored century-old colonial home on a 775-acre farm near Punta Gorda, this bed-and-breakfast is among the most appealing small lodgings in Belize, but it's more like visiting a friend's home in the country than a hotel. The two-story, white-wood home enjoys a gorgeous site on a low knoll, cooled by natural breezes and ceiling fans and surrounded by several acres of lawn, flowering trees, and wildflowers. You enter the grounds via a graceful winding driveway lined by royal palms, passing the remains of a rum factory. You'll feel like a houseguest of the owners, enjoying access to the home's elegant living room and lovely swimming pool. You'll sleep in one of two charming bedrooms, both with hardwood floors and 12-foot ceilings. They share a bath, making this ideal for a family or group needing a two-room suite. A full breakfast is included.