We spent five nights at Jungle Jeanie's in February and felt the price tag was a bit steep for what was lacking ($550 US). The property is isolated and is a solid 15--20 minute walk into "town"--and the road is a dustbowl, busy with cars and resort shuttles weaving around the endless potholes.
The Sea Chalet is indeed oceanfront, but it is also adjacent to the dog's compound. As mentioned in previous reviews, there are four German Shepherds that live at Jungle Jeanie's, and they are definitely on high-alert. Even when they become familiar with your voice and presence, they will still bark when they first see you. If you are fearful of dogs, their presence would be difficult to avoid as they are central to all the cabanas, and the oldest shepherd is often in the reception area. They are walked (on leash) on the beach several times a day and do go for frequent swims (off-leash), nearby. I am a mad dog lover, and they are friendly after introduction, but, this would not be an advisable stay if you feel any anxiousness towards dogs.
The Sea Chalet itself is spacious with a queen and double bed. There's ample shelving to unpack, cupboards in the bathroom and an open closet. The fridge has no freezer, and filtered water isn't provided in the rooms. It can be purchased at the restaurant (on-site), in addition to beer (4BZ), soda and spirits. There is a coffee maker in the chalet, but no mugs or spoons unless you request them from the kitchen. Without a hot plate you are limited in prepping breakfasts and lunches, but you can make reservations by noon with Jeannie for dinner on site (around 25BZ), or order breakfast. Dinner is usually fresh fish or chops, served at a communal table.
We opted to wander down to the posh Beaches & Dreams for happy hour rum drinks, blackened barracuda bites and a pizza that was lunch the next day. In Hopkins Village, the coconut-crusted snapper was sensational (40BZ) at Iris' Sunnyside Restaurant. Love on the Rocks specializes in fresh grouper or snapper, cooked in a minute on hot stones at your table. Served with a trio of basil pesto and sweet habanero hot sauces. The conch ceviche is outstanding.
Hopkins Village itself is a stretch of less than a kilometer with a few grocers, two fruit stands and Kate's Bakery (go for the generous pumpkin muffins and whole wheat rolls). Most restos are closed Mondays and Tuesdays, and few take Visa. And, there is no ATM machine in Hopkins Village. However, we did see a woman do a cash advance at a grocery store and Jeanie was willing to offer this service as well, if need be.
Jeanie's does have a book exchange, wi-fi, a beach firepit and yoga classes three nights a week. Bikes can be rented, as well as golf carts (expect to pay $50US for a 24 hour golf cart rental). The staff are immensely helpful and considerate, eager to hear about any concerns and make transport arrangements.
Getting to (and out of) Hopkins Village itself is a challenge. The public bus is cheap, but it only swings through the village twice a day (6:30am and 10:30am). Otherwise, you must catch the bus from the main highway 4 miles from Jeanie's.
If you are looking for a quiet sanctuary, privacy and have a vehicle, Jeanie's would be ideal. The cabana verandas offer stellar views (but the wooden loungers could use cushions with more oomph). The hot water is very intermittent in the showers, but, this is Central America, and some expectations we have to leave at home.
Tours to Cockscomb, ziplining, snorkeling and local cave expeditions can also be arranged through Jeanie.