We want to invite you to our beautiful home, surrounded by the lush jungle and in-front of the beautiful ocean. This is not just an Airbnb but a place we call home for 6 months of every year. You may notice more personal touches because of this and we hope you can make it your home too for the duration of your stay! MAIN UPPER LEVEL The main floor is located on the upper level of the house, where you will cook, relax, watch nature from all angles, and enjoy the patio or TV in the evenings. We have large open windows showcasing an ocean view and allowing you to get that open air feel along with 5 ceilings fans to keep you extra cool. From the windows, you can watch a wide array of birds, iguanas, monkeys, and sometimes even dolphins in the bay. The main floor also features the master bedroom, which has a comfortable king size memory foam mattress, a ceiling fan to keep you cool at night with 3 speed settings and a large ensuite bathroom with an open-air covered shower. Watch nature go by as you rinse off! Our kitchen is fully stocked with everything needed to cook a great meal. We have a Ninja blender, air-fryer, large fridge, and full stove/oven (NO electric coffee maker, toaster or microwave oven due to solar power). LOWER LEVEL APARTMENT The 1st floor is a studio-style apartment with an open concept. It has 2 queen beds, a small home gym, full bathroom, a patio area, and a covered outdoor shower. This layout provides great privacy for families with older kids or for 2 couples wanting their own space. The 1st floor has a separate locked entrance and contains a home gym with a full set of weights and bars, bench press, cables, and a pull-up machine. The gym is small but has everything you need to get a great workout in! PRIVATE BEACH / SURF SHACK Our private beach is our favorite area of the property. Enjoy the large sandy area, lined with palm trees, beautiful flora and fauna, and views of the bay. Please note there are sometimes small rocks at the entry point to the ocean but easy to avoid. Relax in the hammocks or enjoy a game of ping pong while watching the sunset over the Costa Rican mountains in the distance. Snorkel, swim, or paddle to the nearby reef where you will find a colorful array of coral teeming with all kinds of sea life. Afterwards, rinse off in our outdoor shower before settling in for the evening. The Surf Shack is at your disposal and equipped with: - 2 stand-up paddle boards - Various sizes of surf boards - 1 double person kayak - Snorkel gear + fins - Various balls and beach games - Fishing gear Our house is totally off-grid, self-sustaining and eco-friendly, run 100% by solar energy. Fresh, clean rainwater goes through a multi-filtration system to ensure you get the purest drinking water. Despite being off grid, you can still enjoy the comforts of home, including wifi throughout the house & the beach (100+ mb/s) with our new StarLink satellite, an 80” TV with streaming apps preloaded, and an ultra comfortable couch to relax on in the evening. Guests will be met at the airport if flying in & transportation will be provided to the house. Our property manager will explain the details of the accommodations and is always available to assist you and provide 24 hour security. TAXI FEES & TOURS - Bocas Town: $20 one way or $35 roundtrip (prices may change) - Starfish Beach: Walk 30 minutes or walk to the "T" junction & take a bus $1-$2 per person - Zapatillas: Approx $170-$200 for 4-6 people Our guests will have full private access to our 2-story home and all its amenities, including helping yourself to any of the Papayas, Passion Fruit, Tomatoes, Peppers, Herbs, and Spices growing on the Property. You will have a dedicated parking spot if needed for Quad/Scooter rentals or your personal vehicle. For your safety, security, and assistance, we have an on-site property manager that lives in the casita near the beach in front of the main house. Therefore, some space will be shared with the manager including the driveway and access to the stairway down to the beach. The beach area will be dedicated for your use only, but the property manager will have access for maintenance as needed. Providing privacy is his main goal. Feel free to reach out to the Property Manager for any problems, questions, or ideas for and help on tours, transportation, or general knowledge of the Islands. Bocas del Toro is the province in which we are located, and we are located within the archipelago on the Caribbean coast of Panama. Our house is located on the main island, which is Isla Colon, we are on the very far north side of the island (35 minutes from town) where there is less people and more nature to discover. Bocas Town, the "downtown" of Isla Colon is where you would find numerous bars, restaurants, grocery stores, shops and everything else. Near our house you will find a few beautiful beaches that are all within walking distance, as well as your our own private beach in front of the house. Playa Estrella (Starfish Beach) and Playa Drago are all less than 30 minutes walking distance away. We are located on the opposite side of the island and it takes around 45 minutes to get here, but after that you are amongst beautiful nature. Before you arrive to Bocas Del Toro, our property manager, will be in contact with you to organize when and where you will meet in Bocas Town, take you grocery shopping (there are NO stores near our house so be sure to stock extra) and bring you to the house. Going to and from town after that can be via taxi ($25 one way) or local bus ($2.50 one way). Tours can be taken from town or directly from our private beach via boat. PLEASE READ: Casa Drago is a beautiful home where the jungle meets the sea. While we try to make our home as comfortable as we can, it is more rustic than an Airbnb you would find in the city. We are amongst nature and you will come across some insects/bugs and see geckos cruising in and out of the house, yet they are completely harmless. We are in the jungle with natural beauty and wildlife! Although all guests are welcome it may be worth noting it is not ideal for infants. A few areas of concern are the stairs and the balcony on upper floor. There is a staircase (15 steps) to the upper floor of the main house, as well as long stairway down to the beach (70 steps). We are 100% sustainable which means water and power can run out if not used sparingly, PLEASE be considerate and conscious of what you use & when. If you leave a room or area, please make sure everything is turned off. Anything with an electric heating element (hair dryer, hair straightener, electric coffee machine or electric kettle) uses a very large amount of energy and should not be used. Please keep in mind that tropical oceanfront properties endure much wear and tear. It is a constant job to maintain, clean and repair things around the house. We try our best, but there is always work needed on our house. Please don’t expect a high-end luxury hotel-type experience here, you can think of this more like a beautiful eco-experience. TRANSPORTATION: Guests will be picked up from the airport or a pre-determined location in Bocas Town by our property manager. He will also take you to the grocery stores and shops to complete your shopping. We are a 20-25 minutes drive from town and there are no grocery stores near by. All other transportation including your return to the airport can be organized with our property manager as needed, the island has taxis that cost around $20 one way or $35 round-trip. LIGHT CONSTRUCTION: There is house that being finished next door, more than 100 meters beside us and unfortunately there may be a slight noise throughout the coming months.