I cannot give enough stars for this property!!! We stayed with another couple for a week and had an AMAZING time!!
OWNERS- The Cottrell family are amazing hosts!! From the greeting, to property explanation, availability, craftsmanship of the property, etc. the place is absolutely wonderful!! The groundskeeper even provided us with some fresh coconuts and had wood piled up on the beach so we could have a bonfire once night. We even invited Steve and Angie (owners) tom come over one night to join us and they brought some great dessert!
PROPERTY- The two casitas provided a perfect complement of being able to hang out with our friends but also had the feel of your own private residence. The grounds were manicured beautifully and provided privacy. You are literally steps from the ocean! The pool door leads right out onto your own private beach which was wonderful! All the necessities are provided i.e. A/C, ceiling fans, coffee maker, refrigerator, kitchenette/blender in the pool area, beautiful shower/bathroom etc. You truly felt like you had your own private property on the beach!
ACTIVITIES- We rented ATV's from Flying Pirates for the week and would highly recommend it! . We did some wonderful site seeing in the jungle, hung out on a secluded beach for an afternoon, saw howling monkeys and utilized them to drive into town to get groceries and go out for dinner. Bocas Town is a low key surfer town and you will see hikers backpacking throughout Panama. The people are very nice and there are plenty of dining/bars in town and right on the water. There are also plenty of tour operators running daily excursions i.e. dolphin watching, snorkeling, private beaches etc. The Cottrell's son actually has his own boat right next door and will take you out on customized private excursions, you don't even have to leave the property to get picked up!
FOOD- The food was great!! We actually ate at two Indian restaurants and they were really good! We also had food catered in...yes, Chris (the chef) prepared several meals and brought them right to our door. He did a wonderful job with ribs, seafood, pasta etc. It was definitely worth it after a long day on the beach or out in the jungle!
I sincerely can't say enough about this place and we will be back! I'm sure I have forgotten some positive things so PLEASE contact me and I will answer any questions!!
Thanks again Cottrell family and we look forward to visiting you again!!
Curt W.