Beautiful Caribbean"Green" Home on Private Beach Reduced Rates Bocas del Toro Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 193291

Casa Manana

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Location: Bocas del Toro, Colon Island, Bocas del Toro, Panama, Central America (about 15 miles from the airport( partial dirt road))

Accommodations:  House, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)

GREEN ENERGY CARRIBEAN BEACHFRONT HOUSE FOR RENT

This pristine, 3000 sq. ft., 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom house is the perfect place to take your next vacation. The Mediterranean home has a master bedroom with king sized bed and private bathroom, and a second bedroom with two double beds. The house sleeps six comfortably and features a covered porch that extends around the entire house. The front porch is home to a beautiful and large wood table (seats 10), hammocks and other comfortable seating options. It’s the perfect place to sit back and relax to enjoy the view, play games, read a book, and have big dinners.

The house is located on property in Boca del Drago, 45 minutes out of the town of Bocas del Toro on Isla Colon in Panama. The house looks over 700 feet of very private beachfront and a direct view of Isla Pajaro or “Bird Island” (a bird sanctuary with Booby nesting grounds and Tropix birds). The beach is completely private and is great for laying out, swimming and snorkeling.(seasonal) There are a few hammocks by the beach for optimal relaxation. The rest of the property is on 7 hectares of beautiful land, covered with native flowers and fruit trees.

Beyond the beautiful view and great beach – there is much to do and see in this private location. Howler monkeys, sloths, parrots, and hummingbirds are among the animals that live and play near the house. Additionally, the surrounding area provides ample opportunity for great jungle hikes, long beach walks (where you will see starfish), kayaking, snorkeling, bird-watching and horse back riding. The best seafood restaurant on Bocas del Toro is only a 10 minute drive away – or if you are feeling adventurous – a 40+ minute walk away.

It the perfect spot for those looking for rest and relaxation, nature and solitude, and/or a private vacation with family and/or friends. Because it is about 45 minutes away from Bocas town – this home is probably not the best vacation spot for those looking to be entertained by the Bocas nightlife. Additionally, the house is entirely “green.” It uses sun and rain for energy and water and we may only ask you to use electricity responsibly when energy is low. We usually do not use blow dryers, curling irons or anything with a heating coil, as they use large amounts of energy,but we have never run out yet.

Two side notes:
(1) The owner and two very friendly dogs live on the premises, in the Studio apartment above the house ( seperate units, same house)That way we are better able to assist you.
We are also willing to provide meals for you,with a bit of advance notice.


House Rental 3 days min. 4 persons $120 per night,
Each add. person $10
weekly $600 for 4
each add.person $50
monthly $1700 for 4
each add. person $75 up to 6 persons

Special prices if we are not rented, give us a call!!!!
50% down is required to secure your reservation prior to your arrival, as well as a $200 security deposit.
Contact: By phone, (see number listed below) or via internet (please be patient, it may take a day or two to get back to you)

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Shared with Owner, please buy your own laundry soap
  • Linens Provided: Initial set up,one change provided
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Double Bed: 2 double Beds for the second Bedroom
• Entertainment
  • TV (No Cable/Satellite): only for DVD
  • DVD
  • Video Library: About 80 DVDs to Select from
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator: Propane
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill: Please buy your own charcoal
  • Deck/Patio: 10 ft x 50 ft front, 4 x 60 ft side and 8 x 50 ft back covered porch
• View/Location
  • Beachfront: Very Private, Two Sandy Beaches, Great Snorkeling in Calm Seas(Dry Season) 200 ft from House on Private Property
  • Oceanfront
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Prior arrangements and under certain conditions
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Downstairs
  • Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Allowed: on outside porches
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Horseback Riding

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House 3 days min @$120 per night for 4,ea.add. $10 up to 6 total
House wk. $600 for 4 ea. add. $50, up to 6 total
$1700/month for 4, each add. $75 up to 6 total
Apartment also available

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 11/17/09
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  mel , Pinson, Alabama
  • I can not say enough good things about this home. It is a vacation full of adventure, beauty, and peace, all contained within one property. Just far enough from town to ensure privacy and tranquility- not too far to out to plan a meal out, obtain supplies or take an excursion. The private beach is phenomenal, and the view of Bird Island is gorgeous and unique. This place was a slice of heaven, and made for a phenomenal getaway. Thanks to the homeowners Gundula and Dave... whose great attitudes, knowledge, and multi-lingual skills made everything so simple. Casa Manana truly has everything- well done!
• 11/15/09
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  Sam , Birmingham Alabama
  • What a amazing place! We stayed here just a few weeks ago and thought we were on fantasy island! You never have to leave this property. It has all you need...snorkel on sight...private sandy beach with lots of palm trees and other amazing plants and flowers. Gundula and Dave were the most wonderful and helpful host. Always there when you need them and have a knowledge of boca that exceeded all my expectations. If you are looking for a magical getaway..this is the place to be!!!
• 11/13/09
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  Deana Jackson , Birmingham, AL
  • We ended up at Casa Manana after 6 months of extensive research about the Boca Del Toro and Drago area. We did not know anyone that had ever been there. We were trying to find someplace to celebrate my 40th birthday. We knew exactly what we wanted peace, privacy, a place to reflect and totally get away from the hustle and bustle of life. We chose Casa manana after looking at MANY houses. Gundula kept in contact with us and answered all our questions. Once we were there Gundula made it easy for us to get our SUPPLIES. The drive to the house was 45min but Drago is only 20 min. (down very bumpy road). We didnt mind the drive because the scenery was beautiful. Once we got to the house we were all speechless the beauty was undescribable.The smell of all the flowers, the colors, and the sound of the beach.The house is open and airy with a great front porch. The walk to the beach was something we looked forward to. The property is very tropical full of life and color. The beach was sandy blue green with a front row seat to bird island..very very private. That week we kayaked through the mangroves at Star Fish Beach which is in Drago, took a boat excursion to Zapatillas Key, Bastimentos (ate at a great thia place, I belive called Top of Island. it was a hike but worth it), snorkeled at Crawl Kay and hiked the jungle. We were also able to catch the boat at Drago. Also great restaurant at Drago(it has a pay phone buy a calling card cell phones do not work). Next time we go we will probably stay on property most of the time except for supplies. The beach at the house is beautiful with great snorkeling,plenty of hiking and adventure, kayaking and tons of privacy. I could never say enough good things anout Gundula and Dave. They were informative, helpful and friendly, relaxed and laid back. I could not have found a better place to celebrate turning 40. Peace and serenity were abundant. It exceeded ALL my expectations many times over. We will definatley go back except this time with our 9 and 12 yr olds.
• 04/05/09
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  Gail & Tom ,
  • We stayed at here at the end of March. The property was beautiful and the house was lovely. Played on the private beach, took hikes through the jungle and just relaxed on the porch. Gundula and Dave were great hosts and our kids loved spending time with them and the dogs. Although the house is "off the grid", there was so much to see and do. We highly recommend staying here.
• 01/28/09
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  • This is a fantastic rental property! We, and our children, ages 11, 15, 17 roamed everywhere, sighted howler monkeys, sloths and green parrots, tasted yucca, plaintains and guavas for the first time, learned how to call crocodiles, went horseback riding with an Indian clearing the jungle with a machete ahead of the horses, surfed, snorkeled over coral reefs, collected shells, cut and drank coconuts with help from another Indian and his machete, and picked up live hand size star fish in the ocean. All of this was within walking distance or arranged by the hosts without us ever having to go into Bocas Town (other than to grocery shop). This place is off the beaten path; its own piece of paradise. We played cards, read books, swayed in the hammocks and looked out over the ocean. We'd go back in a second and, until then, learn a litte Spanish!

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