Punta Rica ! Jungle Villa for Nature Passionate!
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Imagine…
flying from Panama City, observing the world-famous canal, then lush, green rainforests, finally passing over palm-laden islands rimmed with white sand beaches and surrounded by azure waters. After landing in Bocas del Toro on the main island of Isla Colon, you will be whisked away by water taxi. Glide through crystal-clear waters, greeted by rose-colored giant brain corals as you approach our private dock.
Ascending gently to your vacation villa, you will be greeted by countless tropical plants, flowers and trees, while keeping an eye out for the tiny red frogs that are unique to Bastimentos Island.
Punta Rica Villa is situated on a hilltop surrounded by lush, virgin rain forest on Bastimentos Island in the vicinity of Bastimentos National Park. The villa is a convenient ten-minute water taxi ride to Bocas Town.
Sipping your coffee, hummingbirds dart from flower to flower. Occasionally, see a monkey bounding through the treetop canopy, or perhaps a sloth hanging in a nearby tree. Enjoy the simple pleasures of relaxing in a hammock with a cold beverage, swinging in a gentle breeze.
There are two beautiful reefs within a short swimming distance of our private dock and the most popular snorkeling spot in Bocas, Hospital Point, is just a few minutes away. Be at one with nature while enjoying many gorgeous beaches at close proximity.
Your private vacation rental with four spacious bright and airy 2-story bedroom suites with king size bed, private living rooms wraparound open-air verandas and communal room is perfect for your Bocas del Toro holiday. Enjoy your vacation in comfort with modern amenities including a prime quality mattress and first class linens. The villa can accommodate up to eight guests.
Come and experience a unique tropical holiday vacation in the archipelago of Bocas del Toro at our Eco-Friendly home. Power to the villa is supplied by solar panels with a back-up generator if needed and water is provided by rain catchment. The owners of Punta Rica Villa live on site and are readily available to answer any of your questions or concerns, while respecting your privacy.
There are countless ways to enjoy your vacation time in Bocas del Toro. Punta Rica is the perfect place to read a book in a hammock, watch for birds and other jungle life, as well as relax with a beverage on the spacious verandas, however, there are many other adventurous and exciting things to do while you’re visiting the islands.
Keywords: Private Luxury Eco Retreat, Nature Lovers, House, Villa, Resort, Beach, Jungle, Private, Groups, Special, Event, Comfort, Bastimentos, Panama
Property Type
- Villa
Accommodation Type
- Bed And Breakfast
Meals
- Catering Available
- Breakfast - Included In Price
- Dinner - Included In Price
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
Suitability
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- King size beds (1)
Bathrooms
- 4.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
- Bathroom 4
Kitchen & Dining
- Ice Maker
Amenities
- Towels Provided
- Linens Provided
Entertainment
- Books
- Stereo
- CD Player
Communications
- Internet
- Telephone
- Mobile Phone
- Wireless Internet
- Computer Available
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
- Ocean View
- Beach View
Activities
- Restaurants
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Hiking
- Water Skiing
- Kayaking
- Spelunking
- Swimming
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Boating
- Shelling
- Horseback Riding
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Sailing
- Surfing
Reviews
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FABULOUS
FABULOUS
- Guest Nancy
- Date of stay 09/06/12
- Review Submitted 03/09/13
Punta Rica Lodge is PARADISE. The setting is absolutely beautiful... from your room, the lodge, the gardens and the surrounding trees. Humming birds, monkeys, parakeets, Montezuma oropendola birds are just some of the local wildlife you will encounter. Colette and Richard are wonderful hosts who will make you fill right at home. All of the meals are gourmet and five star. The design and location of the property will allow you to enjoy a bug free stay. You will not find a better place in all of Panama. Recommended and organized by Colette and Richard, take advantage of a day trip to Coral Key and Red Frog beach. Nancy and Bob, Colorado, USARecommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Wow! Best place to stay in Bocas hands down
Wow! Best place to stay in Bocas hands down
- Guest mike426075
- Date of stay 06/17/11
- Review Submitted 07/10/11
We stayed at Punta Rica for two weeks after Aydika spent a week on Careneros Island looking for the best place to stay. Two weeks at Punta Rica with amazing food and the feeling of being family- we have to say it is the best place we found in Bocas. This isn't to say there aren't other "good" places, but Colette made us feel more at home away from home than one would think possible. She got to know our food and wine preferences instantly and served the best cuisine available anywhere in Bocas (no joke). The best eggs benedict (and pineapple flambé) on the planet may very well be from Colette's “French-Canadian with Panama flair”, kitchen. If you’re a foodie, meet Colette. The balcony view overlooking the water, the beautiful sunsets with a glass of wine, the comfy hammock for reading set within the jungle of Bastimentos away from the daily party noise of town made Punta Rica wonderful. We were there as a work-travel experiment so the high speed wireless internet access was critical. I think our only complaint would be the internet access could use an upgrade- seeing how we were working just as we would if we were in the states for several hours a day before walking down to the ocean to snorkel at the reefs just off the main dock. One of the things I loved about Punta Rica was the hummingbirds, they’re crazy. They would buzz through the main room like the owned the place chirping loudly and chasing each other. The sound of monkeys at night added to the reminder we were on the ocean, in the jungle, in rural Panama. Colette even provided us with a local cell phone so we could call up water taxis as needed and communicate with friends we made while visiting. By the time we left, it felt like we were leaving a second home. We also thoroughly enjoyed George (and the rum!) at the Pickled Parrot, which is kayaking distance. Would we go back? Heck yes. I highly recommend anyone visiting Bocas check to see if Punta Rica has availability before looking anywhere else.Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: This comment is very welcomed. We are in progress with the internet supplier in order to increase the speed since it is now available. Thanks to this guess to have pinpoint us to that improvement and to have helped us with his expertise
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- Guest Antonio & Sylvia
- Date of stay 01/01/11
- Review Submitted 04/17/11
Punta Rica jungle villa es espectacular. Richard y Collette son una maravilla tratando a sus huespedes. Son tan solo 4 habitaciones muy bonitas muy espaciosas, la cama es enorme y de muy buena calidad así como la ropa de cama y mas detalles como el jabón de coco que hacen ellos y una toallas de calidad.Te vence el sueño con el sonido espectacular de la jungla. Menudas cenas las que preparan y como cuidan los pequeños detalles.Gracias por todo Collette y richard. Antonio y Silvia from SpainDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Elliott and Nikki
- Date of stay 01/01/11
- Review Submitted 04/15/11
Dear Colette and Richard, Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. The setting was picture perfect. You were so helpful in arranging tours and taxis. The food was outstanding. We will always remember New Year Eve in the jungle. Elliott, Nikki, Mikaela and Simon, Winnipeg, CanadaDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest SHKSF- San Francisco, CA
- Date of stay 12/31/10
- Review Submitted 04/15/11
Punta Rica is much more than a hotel, it is a home away from home. Richard and Collette’s hospitality will make you feel like family- from the welcome drink at your arrival, to the engaging conversation over a glass of wine. With four spacious bi-level guest rooms, you will relax in a private and comfortable lodging, while a beautifully decorated common area is available for playing cards, reading books, or enjoying the natural environment. Each suite includes a private bathroom, comfortable king bed, and balcony overlooking the jungle. The hosts will help you organize outings for the day, and you will look forward to returning home for an exquisite meal prepared by two of the best chefs in Bocas. The resort is situated on a forested hill above a small beach, a quick 10 minute boat-ride to Bocas town. The location could not be more ideal for those who want to get away from it all, but have easy access to activities. Our experience was magical, and after a week, our only complaint was that the trip was far too short!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest Vivek and Sherin
- Date of stay 12/31/10
- Review Submitted 04/15/11
Colette and Richard, We can't thank you enough for such a wonderful stay in Bocas. Echoing others appreciation of food, comfort and fun wouldn't do justice to what was most memorable about Punta Rica... both of you. Rarely do people encounter others that are so generous, so sincere and so welcoming. Not to mention your friends Natatouche and Elena were amazing to set the stage for perfect morning breakfasts and evening dinners. Despite heavy rains and only moments of sun, we always felt totally relaxed at your place. Wish you all the best for 2011 and many, many more years to come! Vivek and Sherin, Washington, D.C., USADid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Julie et Gregory
- Date of stay 09/16/10
- Review Submitted 04/15/11
Chers Colette et Richard, Tout d'abord chapeau pour la réalisation de ce magnifique projet qui vous représente si bien. Punta Rica dans son cadre paradisiaque a une âme si accueillante qu'il fait bon vivre. Merci du fond du coeur pour votre si grande générosité. Vous avez fait de notre séjour parmi vous un moment inoubliable. Merci également pour avoir partagé votre amour de Bocas, de nous avoir donné envie d'y revenir et d'y rester. Julie, Gregory et LoukaDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Zack & Anna
- Date of stay 12/29/10
- Review Submitted 04/15/11
Colette and Richard, Thank you so much for creating the perfect paradise for us here in Bocas. Colette, the attention to detail with every aspect of teh villa truly makes for a special place. Richard, thank you for always keeping the beer cold. For this I can never thank you enough. We never felt like clients. We felt like a part of your family wich was the most memorable part. We promise to come back and visit. Oh, and the food..QUE RICO!!! The best we ever had. Love, Zack & Anna , San diegoDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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good times
good times
- Guest billy
- Date of stay 03/01/09
- Review Submitted 01/16/11
Ive visited Punta Rica on 2 occasions and have some stunning pictures to remind me of how beautiful it wa. We fell upon some stunning flora and fauna and were treated to some back-home hospitality set to a tropical background. The hosts are incredibly welcoming and were very helpful with directing us to the daily activity of our choice, be it wet, sunny or both! An ideal vacation for those seeking the serenity of the tropics with the luxury and comfort of home.Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
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Spectacular!! Raw luxury, Nature lovers dreams!!
Spectacular!! Raw luxury, Nature lovers dreams!!
- Guest Emma
- Date of stay 11/15/09
- Review Submitted 11/14/10
Just when you thought you couldn't possibly discover anything else on Bocas Del Toro an-other gem appears on the tip of Bastimentos island: Punta Rica Beach and Jungle villa (www.puntaricabocas.com) : This is the type of resort best suited for those looking to get away from it all. Punta Rica is very exclusive, it has only 4 accommodations— 4 Casonas. You will sleep with the sound of the famous red frogs and all the wild jungle species you can imagine (the best sleep I ever had of my life!). Rooms are very spacious and comfortable, great mattress, 400 tread count sheets and quality towels. Room amenities include owners property fresh coconut hand made soap! Service is great with host Richard and Colette! Enjoy!!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$225 | |||||
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 2009
About the owner: Colette and Richard will be your hosts during your stay at Punta Rica!
Contact us
- Primary: +507 65056802 (Panama)
- Secondary: +1 5149964511
Links to more information:
- CLICK HERE - Our Punta Rica web page
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Photos
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Our Pristine Private Beach at Punta Rica!
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Simple Luxury- Rest with the Sounds of the Birds and Monkeys!
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One of Isla Bastimentos Pristine Untouched Beaches
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East Side of the Villa at Punta Rica
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Our Guests Can Enjoy Diner, Games, or a Sunset Cocktail in Our Villa Living Room
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