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[Guest Comments: 7 positive, 0 negative]
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| 07/22/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
7 months ago Paul
I just stayed at starfish reef about a week ago and it was great. I dont even have words to describe its beauty. I would recomend the stay to anyone. Thanks Jack. Paul
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Paul
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| 07/21/09 |
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| Starfish reef is one of the most rememberable visits of all time. There is so much things to do, theres swimming in the ocean and seeing the colorful reefs, to taking a hike and seeing the many cacao trees. There is always something to do with the family, there was never a moment where either the kids or the parents were bored. We always were busy. One of our favorite moments was snorkeling in the reef. There were such colorful reefs and one of the most amazing collection of starfish. Not only were there many things to do but the people on the island were great! Jungle Jack and Coconut Kelly really made it enjoyable, and a memorable visit. Oh, and can forget the great Salty the sea dog!(we love him!) Us kids had such a great time and thank you for such a great hospitality. |
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Fabiola , Panama city |
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Homeowner Response:
This was a family of 7 with kids up to 15. We really enjoyed the whole family. Their laughter was contagious. Thank you for your comments.
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| 07/10/09 |
Positive
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PARADISE FOUND!!
Starfish Reef is truly "Paradise Found!!" My husband and I have spent 2 months living at Starfish Reef Resort. What an experience. The views from every room in our Villa are breathtaking. The sunsets over the water in the morning can be seen from our bedroom window and we enjoy the relaxing sunset from our beautiful screened porch. Jack and Kelly ( the owners) out did themselves in the thought that it took to construct these beautiful Villas. Everything that you could possibly want is here for the asking. The property has great hiking paths for exploring the island and an incredible protected pool to splash around in. The snorkeling here is fantastic and right outside your door!!! There are numerous other activities to partake: paddle boat, kayaking w/ cayuko, swimming, skiing, fishing, etc...
We have stayed at several other hotels in Bocas Town but nothing compares to Starfish Reef. Jack and Kelly have put their hearts into this resort and it shows!! They are fantastic hosts and by the time you leave here, you will call them your friends. |
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Dolly, Houston, Texas
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Homeowner Response:
Thank you Dolly for your wonderful comments. We are going to miss you two and your puppies. Dolly is a wonderful photographer. You can see many of her photos on our website or our Facebook page.
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| 06/12/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
“Peaceful, tranquil, tropical paradise, great back and snorkeling.”
Starfish Reef Resort
fiberjane 1 contribution
Texas
Jun 12, 2009 I only spent a weekend Friday through Sunday but, I felt like I had been there
for along time as I was so relaxed and did alot in that short amount of time!
The beach is so nice, I loved the fact you can sit in a lounge chair put on your fins and snorkel on and just take off swimming over the sand pool right onto the reef. When I was there the tide was exceptionally high and Kelly and Jack the owners said we got to snorkel and see reef beds they had never gotten to see before it was beautiful.
This is a great place for large famlies to come and rent a couple of houses, or a group of friends,bascially have an island to themselves. I enjoyed the company of Kelly and Jack and had my meals with them, Kelly is a great cook and we had a variety of things, becuase I was the only guest at the time they really looked after me and made sure I was doing okay. I met several of their friends who came by, people are very friendly. In the evenings the stars were incredable. This is off the beaten path and well worth the visit as it is pristine and the houses they have built are super comfortable and have all the luxeries of a house in the states. I really enjoyed the fresh coconuts opened up and rum added to them! I will come back and next time with a friend or two.
My ratings for this hotel
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Service
Date of stay November 2008
Visit was for Leisure
Traveled with Solo Traveler
Age group 50_64
Member since yesterday
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Jane
San Antonio, TX
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| 06/08/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
“Awesome family vacation!”
Starfish Reef Resort
tiotormenta
Dominical
Jun 8, 2009 | Trip type: Family I spent a week at Starfish Reef with my wife and three boys and two other friends of ours. Man, what a cool place. It's like having your own private island. And yes! There's lot's of starfish. My kids thought they were great. There's also a paddle boat, snorkeling gear, waterskiing, day trips into Isla Colon, bonfires on the beach and a beautiful house with all the comforts one expects when going on a nice vaction. Your hosts Jack and Kelly have done a really nice thing there!
-Storm and Amy Zbel
My ratings for this hotel
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Service
Date of stay May 2009
Visit was for Leisure
Traveled with Family with Young Children
Member since June 08, 2009
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Storm and Amy Zbel
Dominical, Costa Rica
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| 04/16/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
“first class all the way”
Starfish Reef Resort
skinnydipper_9 1 contribution
tennessee
Apr 16, 2009 | Trip type: Family Jack and Kelly are first class all the way. My family and I met them while we were looking to move down there. Their dream was still in its first stages, we walked and dreamed with them and now it is amazing what they have done. You will not meet a better couple. After visiting 27 different countries I picked that very spot on earth as my interpretation of the garden of eden.
My ratings for this hotel
Value Rooms Location Cleanliness Service
Date of stay September 2007
Visit was for Leisure
Traveled with Family with Young Children
Member since April 16, 2009
Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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| 01/14/09 |
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My friends from Switzerland couldn't have chosen a better place for our annual holiday. We just loved it. Great house with stunning view, amazing trees, great snorkelling and wonderful hosts. We could really feel how much you love this place and yow much care you take of it.
I'll never forget the waterskiing lesson - I still brag how I managed to get up on the skis the first lesson of my life. Thanks Jack, for the wonderful driving, Kelly for your "skin" and your great outboard!
We hope to drop our anchor in front of your propery soon!
Nicole and John |
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Nicole and John, Sailors |
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Nicole & John. We hope to see you in a few days:). You guys are alot of FUN!
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| 11/03/08 |
Positive
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| These folks (Jack n' Kelly) are down to earth. Great place to stay and make you feel right at home. When ever I get some time will do it again. Make sure you try Jack's punch! |
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Cesar
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Cesar! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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| 07/30/08 |
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| hope anyone that feels the need to get away from the every day blues that life sends your way, will visit jack and kelly and starfishreef to get away from it all.these folks make you feel like you now live on the island full time as soon as you step on shore. hope you have as much fun as we did,jay and bonnie wilson |
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jay wilson, galveston teaxs |
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks for your comments Jay and Bonnie.
Yall were laid back great guests and a pleasure to be around. We hope you will come back soon!
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| 04/25/08 |
Positive
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| A beautiful island and wonderfully designed villa. An excellent place to read, hike, bird watch and just kick back. Jack and Kelly are the perfect hosts. We made one trip to Almirante to food shop and another to a chocolate farm and small island to horseback ride (though were rained out) and eat lunch in the resturant. We do recommend bringing an ample supply of food if you plan to do your own cooking as you may not want to waste a day shopping. Jack and Kelly are there to make every thing you want to do happen! We loved the peace of Starfish Reef and hope to return. |
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Christina & Catherine, Eugene, Oregon
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Homeowner Response:
Christina and Catherine were the perfect guests. They seemed to be here to enjoy nature and we think they did just that. Thanks for your comments.
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| 04/14/08 |
Positive
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We stayed for 4 nights in this quite Villa on Shepard Island. Nice hiking trails, lots of birds. We did a boat trip to Dolpin Bay & Red Frog Beach which where great day trip. It is a good hike from water to Villa.. They have a mule (ATV) for you & luggage.
Jack & Kelly Have a great place away from it all. We will be back again.
Barry Gustafson |
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Barry gustafson, Loveland Colorado
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Homeowner Response:
Thanks Barry for adding your comments. We enjoyed having you, Lynn, Terry, and Gail as our first guests in that particular Villa which is Villa Brisa, the highest of all the villas. We hope to see you again soon.
Jack and Kelly
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