House in Bocas del Toro Province
7 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Completed in 2017, we are proud to offer our Casita del Mar, an eco aqua villa built over the Caribbean ocean in Dolphin Bay, on Isla Cristobal in the archipelago of Bocas del Toro, Panama.
It is the sister villa to Casa del Mar which was built in 2012 which is located 3 lots over (150 yards apart) and can accommodate bigger groups of up to 6 guests. Both Villa's can be rented together to accommodate 13 guests total. See listing # 3789183
Both Casita del Mar and Casa del Mar are situated along a mile long coral reef approx. 25 minutes by boat from Bocas town/airport. To get there, you fly to Bocas del Toro Airport on Air Panama and we'll meet you at the airport, your transfer via boat from Bocas town is included as part of your stay.
Our goal is to offer guests an intimate experience with nature where you can relax in comfort while at the same time minimizing the impact on the environment.
The villa is made of local natural building materials offered by the rich resources of the region. The result is a close to nature ambiance. From you're private 30 foot covered terrace or swim deck, you will be able to observe impressive sunsets interrupted only by frolicking dolphins.
Feel immersed in the sounds of nature while lounging on the terrace sipping a drink or watching exotic birds while hiking on the well manicured hiking trails through 80 lush jungle acres located behind the villa. Snorkel the calm protected waters in front of the villa or paddleboard amongst the dolphins during their morning feed in the bay in front of the villa.
Learn how to coexist with the most advanced earth friendly renewable energy systems. Solar panels provide electricity to the house and double filtered rain water catchment supply pristine water.
You can rent the villa and be entirely independent or you can rent it with optional extras such as an authentic local cook (with or without shopping service) masseuse, boat with captain/tour guide and housekeeper.
You will have direct access to miles of great hiking trails by lagoons, on top of mountains, through orchards and secret lookouts.
The villa has 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. There is an outdoor hot shower as well.
The master bedroom is over-sized and setup with a king bed, garden tub, and vanity as well as a reading/working area and separate toilet. The second bedroom has a queen bed and separate toilet with vanity as well as a single sofa bed. There is also a double sofa bed in the lounge to accommodate an additional couple. The downstairs full bathroom features a large walk-in shower, vanity and toilet.
The covered hardwood terrace features inviting hammocks and lounge chairs with coffee table as well as outdoor dining and a BBQ grill. A gentile Caribbean breeze acts as the perfect climate control however there are ceiling fans throughout the villa and outdoor covered decking.
The well stocked open plan kitchen features granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry.
There is unlimited free use of stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and snorkel gear at the villa for guests use. There are beach and bath towels as well as access to laundry.
You will have access to our locally made Panga boat (including captain/tour guide) with roof and bench seating for guests who want to go exploring or customize there own tours (additional charges apply)
Customize tours could include: Zapatilla Islands, Starfish Beach, Red Frog Beach, Hiking, Bat Caves, Chocolate Farm, Zip Lining, Horse Back Riding, Scuba Diving, Sport Fishing, Salt Creek Indian Community tour to name just a few.
Upon arrival, our host will be waiting for you at the airport to take you shopping for provisions, then to the dock where you will enjoy a short 25 minute boat ride across the bay to Casita del Mar. You will be welcomed and given a tour of the property and amenities. Pickup, shopping assistance and drop off are included as part of your stay as well as 1 additional free trip to town to replenish supplies is included for a 5 night stay or longer. Additional trips to town for provisions can be arranged (additional charges apply) The villa has free starlink wireless internet and cell service with a local network provider.
It is the sister villa to Casa del Mar which was built in 2012 which is located 3 lots over (150 yards apart) and can accommodate bigger groups of up to 6 guests. Both Villa's can be rented together to accommodate 13 guests total. See listing # 3789183
Both Casita del Mar and Casa del Mar are situated along a mile long coral reef approx. 25 minutes by boat from Bocas town/airport. To get there, you fly to Bocas del Toro Airport on Air Panama and we'll meet you at the airport, your transfer via boat from Bocas town is included as part of your stay.
Our goal is to offer guests an intimate experience with nature where you can relax in comfort while at the same time minimizing the impact on the environment.
The villa is made of local natural building materials offered by the rich resources of the region. The result is a close to nature ambiance. From you're private 30 foot covered terrace or swim deck, you will be able to observe impressive sunsets interrupted only by frolicking dolphins.
Feel immersed in the sounds of nature while lounging on the terrace sipping a drink or watching exotic birds while hiking on the well manicured hiking trails through 80 lush jungle acres located behind the villa. Snorkel the calm protected waters in front of the villa or paddleboard amongst the dolphins during their morning feed in the bay in front of the villa.
Learn how to coexist with the most advanced earth friendly renewable energy systems. Solar panels provide electricity to the house and double filtered rain water catchment supply pristine water.
You can rent the villa and be entirely independent or you can rent it with optional extras such as an authentic local cook (with or without shopping service) masseuse, boat with captain/tour guide and housekeeper.
You will have direct access to miles of great hiking trails by lagoons, on top of mountains, through orchards and secret lookouts.
The villa has 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. There is an outdoor hot shower as well.
The master bedroom is over-sized and setup with a king bed, garden tub, and vanity as well as a reading/working area and separate toilet. The second bedroom has a queen bed and separate toilet with vanity as well as a single sofa bed. There is also a double sofa bed in the lounge to accommodate an additional couple. The downstairs full bathroom features a large walk-in shower, vanity and toilet.
The covered hardwood terrace features inviting hammocks and lounge chairs with coffee table as well as outdoor dining and a BBQ grill. A gentile Caribbean breeze acts as the perfect climate control however there are ceiling fans throughout the villa and outdoor covered decking.
The well stocked open plan kitchen features granite counter-tops, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry.
There is unlimited free use of stand-up paddle boards, kayaks and snorkel gear at the villa for guests use. There are beach and bath towels as well as access to laundry.
You will have access to our locally made Panga boat (including captain/tour guide) with roof and bench seating for guests who want to go exploring or customize there own tours (additional charges apply)
Customize tours could include: Zapatilla Islands, Starfish Beach, Red Frog Beach, Hiking, Bat Caves, Chocolate Farm, Zip Lining, Horse Back Riding, Scuba Diving, Sport Fishing, Salt Creek Indian Community tour to name just a few.
Upon arrival, our host will be waiting for you at the airport to take you shopping for provisions, then to the dock where you will enjoy a short 25 minute boat ride across the bay to Casita del Mar. You will be welcomed and given a tour of the property and amenities. Pickup, shopping assistance and drop off are included as part of your stay as well as 1 additional free trip to town to replenish supplies is included for a 5 night stay or longer. Additional trips to town for provisions can be arranged (additional charges apply) The villa has free starlink wireless internet and cell service with a local network provider.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Bocas del Toro Province
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests praised the property for its stunning views, tranquil atmosphere, and diverse activities including snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking. They appreciated the friendly staff, delicious meals cooked by the chef, and the well-equipped amenities.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
This had to be one of my favorite vacations! It is truly a bit of paradise. All of the people that help out were wonderful. The building and surrounding property were beautiful. We took several hikes, visited the chocolate farm on the island and saw 6 sloths pretty close thanks to the owners daughter who joined our tour . Really recommend this tour.We snorkelled right in front of the place along with a few other places. Very nice!The best thing is the pace of life you become part of here.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Casita del Mar was nothing short of spectacular. This house was absolutely stunning and everything we were looking for. It's only accessible by boat but once you book the house Julia's crew helps you ever step of the way getting to and from and enjoying all the local spots. She has made this vacation for us so enjoyable and seamless. The house is located away from Bocas del toro and so quiet and calm. The reef in front of the house is out of this world with starfish everywhere and the coral is the most amazing colors of blue, purple, green and yellow. Captain Jose, Katrin and Erika are all so amazing and made this vacation so memorable for my family. We highly recommend this place if you are a nature enthusiast then this is exactly what you are looking for. She provides all the water toys such as kayaks, paddleboards, boogie boards for Red Frog Beach, snorkel gear, beach towels, etc. Wash and dryer are also provided and well maintained. Kitchen has all the supplies. You just need to get need to stock up on groceries since there is not a store nearby. Beds were extremely comfortable. We are looking forward to renting again in the near future!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
This was a wonderful house, good location, great amenities, comfy beds, but the best part was the family/team who acts as host. Everyone was so helpful and kind. Highly recommend!
6 / 10Average·May 2026
The house was lovely - well built, clean and with a well equipped kitchen - which is important since you have to eat in! Jose is a wonderful cook though! The host family is very attentive and quick to respond. The reef off the deck has colorful corals, sponges, urchins and starfish among eel grass. The water is shallow off the deck (about 2 feet) so no jumping in! The water is calm at dawn and dusk, so easy to paddle around the mangroves. The view is lovely across the water. Hiking behind the house we saw howler monkeys and assorted tropical flora. If you travel in the dry season, this would be a fantastic place. We did not (late May) and thunderstorms limited the snorkeling and kayaking, and rain showers made boat trips to other spots undesirable. The house relies on solar power, and when overcast the batteries take a full day to charge, meaning that you need to be very careful and miserly with power in order to have enough to run the fans at night and make coffee in the morning. When raining the caretaker will come to run the gas generator to charge the batteries. There was never enough power available to use the washer and dryer. The no see ums are a very real issue. I wasn’t bothered by them but others were eaten alive, no matter the preventive measures (oil, coverups) taken. Lastly, like in any isolated community, getting materials to replace broken things takes time - we didn’t have a working indoor shower for our stay since they were waiting on a replacement parts.
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10Outstanding
(65 Ratings)
Guests praised the property for its stunning views, tranquil atmosphere, and diverse activities including snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking. They appreciated the friendly staff, delicious meals cooked by the chef, and the well-equipped amenities.
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