Pelicans Pouch South Water Caye - Belize

Pelican Pouch Beach Resorts has facilities in 2 locations on the island both of which are flavored with Belizean history.

The Pelican’s University is located near the center of the island with full facilities for student groups. The University building was originally a farm house built in the 1930’s and towed out to the island in sections in the early 70’s to build the dorms and dining facilities. The Frangipani House (or “Grey House”) is the oldest structure on the island and is rumored to have a friendly ghost the Grey Lady in residence.

On the southern end of the island the Pelican’s Pouch - the main lodge, was originally built as a convent for the Sisters of Mercy in the 1940’s and used as a secluded retreat. Connected to the convent via a wooden walkway was a separate building known as the “Bishop’s house” was a separate building connected to the convent via wooden walkway. Then, the second floor of the lodge was one large dormitory style room with two rows of single beds, nightstand, and kneeler. At that time, the order still wore voluminous black and white habits and while the nuns were in residence, island residents and local fishermen would attend daily Mass and stay away from the south beach (known then as "Sister’s Point") while they had their afternoon swim.