If you require comforts like A/c and hot water, supermarkets and restaurants and western convenience this is not the place for you and the mainland is a better option then the island.If you arrive with the attitude of camping you will be pleasantly surprised.We are remote and not so easy to reach, but that's what makes it special and once your here you wont want to leave. Time stands still here.So much untouched beauty and marine life and numerous guests have extended their stays time and time again.The Cabin is located atop a hill, 50ft above and 100ft away from the main house on our property Casa Tortuga (Turtle House) The 2 hectares of our land around the cabin is full with fruit trees and plants, birds and butterflies.The Cabin sits facing SW and with the islands central mountain peak in the distance,and undisturbed land in-between, at night the sky is filled with stars and in the day birds and butterflies. With a sea view behind the cabin it is just a 5 minute walk from the small fishing village, and even less to the sea. The Cabin was once wood but nature ate that and so we have now replaced it with more block then wood.With a large patio/balcony out front to relax with hammocks, chairs and tables.The central bedroom has 2 double beds in and each bed has a small cabinet and drawers beside it. Running entirely of solar, but with a generator for emergencies the cabin has both a standing fan and wall fan dedicated to each bed. Mosquito nets are available also and water bottle is beside each bed.Down 3 steps through a doorway takes you into the next room where to the left there is basic kitchen and small freezer that works as a fridge, and a large window hatch that enables you to pass food and drink to the patio outside. In the center a small table and another bunk bed against the wall.To the right a door leading into the bathroom and shower.There is no water heater but a hot water shower can be had upon request in the outdoor shower if it's a sunny day.
The space
If you require comforts like A/c and hot water, supermarkets and restaurants and western convenience this is not the place for you.
The Cabin is located atop a hill, 50ft above and 100ft away from the main house on our property Casa Tortuga (Turtle House)
The 2 hectares of our land around the cabin is full with fruit trees and plants, birds and butterflies.
The Cabin sits facing SW and with the islands central mountain peak in the distance and undisturbed land in-between, at night the sky is filled with stars and in the day birds and butterflies. With a sea view behind the cabin it is just a 5 minute walk from the small fishing village, and even less to the sea.
The Cabin was once wood but nature ate that and so we have now replaced it with more block then wood.
With a large patio/balcony out front to relax with hammocks, chairs and tables.
The central bedroom has 2 double beds in and each bed has a small cabinet and drawers beside it.
Running entirely of solar, but with a generator for emergencies the cabin has both a standing fan and wall fan dedicated to each bed. Mosquito nets are available also and water bottle is beside each bed.
Down 3 steps through a doorway takes you into the next room where to the left there is basic kitchen and small freezer that works as a fridge, and a large window hatch that enables you to pass food and drink to the patio outside. In the center a small table and another bunk bed against the wall.
To the right a door leading into the bathroom and shower.
There is no water heater but a hot water shower can be had upon request in the outdoor shower if it's a sunny day.
The kitchen
The Kitchen is Vegetarian.and is quite basic but effective.
There is a sink in the corner with shelves for storage underneath and above.
A small chest freezer works as a fridge as it automatically turns off at night or when the sun is away and the batteries get too low.
A blender that can be used in
the daytime and a gas stove with 6 ring burner.
All the kitchen pots and pans and cutlery were bought new and dedicated to the cabin so have been kept totally free of any contamination of meat products.
There is also another set available for Vegans free of ever being used with animal products.
We are hoping to build an Adobe style pizza wood oven outside in the near future but for now have a barbeque area close by fire pit for slow cooking things like beans and pulses etc
We do not have other electric toys as we run on solar power (but do have a generator for emergencies or special occasions).
The water comes from the island well and is pumped up from 150ft below the islands bedrock to the village tank and then every other day is sent ( as long as the village solar pump gets enough sun)
up our hill into the tanks that combined hold 2500 gallons of water and then gravity fed to the kitchen.
The water is clean as it's basically mineral water but in the kitchen there is still a water filter on one tap for the extra peace of mind of our guests.
Other things to note
You will need to pay for boat to reach the island.
The price will vary depending on how many people, boats coming and going anyway that day and time of day. Toy
A private boat with up to 6 people costs
$70 The price can be shared if others are crossing also.
Accommodates: 5
Bathrooms: 1.5 Shared Baths
Bedrooms: 1
Check In: Flexible check in time
Property type: Cabin
Room Type: Private Room
Kitchen Type: Vegetarian
Beds
Double: 2
Bunk bed: 1
Type not specified: 1
Living room
Garden
Kitchen
Library
Laundry – washer
Meditation / yoga space
Balcony
Porch
Backyard
Beach access
Scenic views
Hiking trails
Waterfront
Mountain views
Refrigerator
Oven
Stove
Blender
Coffee / tea
Vegan snacks
Cookware
Closet / drawers
Large salad bowls
Desk / workspace
Essentials (towels, sheets, soap, toilet paper and pillows)
Companion animals allowed
Smoking allowed
Long-term stays allowed
Vegetarian cooking / food storage allowed
Clean as you go :) Respect the environment
Meal Preparation
Transportation
Tour Guide
Other
While the Kitchen is Self service. The small store on the island offers very little in the way of food. We advise bringing your food with you if you want to cook for yourself. Especially fresh veggies. Some tinned goods, snacks and powders can be purchased at the house. Tea & Coffee, Salt & Pepper and other basics are free. As well as any fruit growing on the trees in the garden. With advanced warning a meal package can also be arranged at a very reasonable price. Any day trips, Diving or Whale Watching includes food and equipment. For more infomation on packages and tours you can also visit TheOtherPanama.com
Moderate
Cancel up to 5 days before your trip and get a full refund minus service fees back.
First aid kit
Lock on bedroom door
3 nights minimum stay
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Panama . Joined in March 2018
Born in London, England. I left as a teenager to dive and travel the world in 2002. Best move ever. I work with Parley for the Oceans in cleaning our beaches and Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in protecting marine life. I am the founder of TheOtherPanama.com and the author of the book, TheDetour-TurningTheTide. I am a junk food Vegan and a lover of good rum and cold beer.
Ben's property is located in Isla Gobernadora, Montijo, PA
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