The Banks is an expansion of the award winning Sleeping Giant property, which now features the Rainforest Lodge, The Banks, and private homes spread over more than 500 acres of beautiful rainforest landscape. Tucked away in the Maya Mountains and along the Sibun River, the Sleeping Giant property is a true oasis for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil getaway. Experience Belize - its history, its people, its food, its drink, its wildlife - all in a place that was once the center of the Mayan Empire.Â
At The Banks you will step into a world of hospitality and enjoy the convenience of concierge services, an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a swimming pool. The Sleeping Giant property also features two additional restaurants, a second pool, hiking trails, rope bridges, a treehouse, a river deck, bikes, kayaks and more. You can also plan offsite excursions and enjoy hiking, snorkeling, Mayan ruins, caves...the list is almost endless!
The Schumm Villa is located right along the scenic banks of the Sibun River and offers seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces, beautiful landscaping, natural light-filled indoor spaces, a private courtyard with pool, and a private river deck. Perched on the foothills of the Maya Mountains, where cedar trees rise from the jungle floor and the river meanders by, you can relax in luxury and enjoy the beauty and adventure of Belize!
Size: 1,700 sq. ft. with free wi-fi and air conditioning.
3 bedrooms: Master bedroom - 1 king bed. 2nd bedroom - 1 queen bed. Upstairs bedroom - 1 queen bed. Each bedroom has a TV.
Each bedroom has a bathroom with a shower. Plus, the Villa has 2 additional outdoor showers.
Open concept living/kitchen/dining area with TV, kitchen appliances, and tableware.
A private courtyard area off of the 2nd bedroom.
30' x 15' private pool.
15' x 12' private river deck with hammocks.
Some handicap accessible features, such as zero step main entry, gap-free tiling in the courtyards, safety rails in master bath and shower, and a shower bench in the master bathroom shower.
Three onsite restaurants: Humo @ the Banks, The Grove House @ Rainforest Lodge, and Don Tonito's Pizzeria @ Rainforest Lodge.
The Sleeping Giant property offers numerous Onsite Activities, including onsite Spa Services.
Offsite excursions around Belize and Guatemala can be scheduled at The Banks.
Check The Banks website for details regarding rental options.
The Banks does offer Vacation Packages, as well as Special Offers throughout the year.
There are currently two 3-bedroom Villas at The Banks. You can request the Schumm Villa specifically, but availability may be limited. To book the Schumm Villa, you can book online and add "Schumm Villa Banks 31" in the reservation notes or email reservations@thebelizecollection.com and include your desired dates and that you wish to book "Schumm Villa Banks 31". There are small variations between units based on owner preferences.