| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 5 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/17/09 |
Positive
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| I can not say enough good things about this home. It is a vacation full of adventure, beauty, and peace, all contained within one property. Just far enough from town to ensure privacy and tranquility- not too far to out to plan a meal out, obtain supplies or take an excursion. The private beach is phenomenal, and the view of Bird Island is gorgeous and unique. This place was a slice of heaven, and made for a phenomenal getaway. Thanks to the homeowners Gundula and Dave... whose great attitudes, knowledge, and multi-lingual skills made everything so simple. Casa Manana truly has everything- well done! |
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mel, Pinson, Alabama |
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| 11/15/09 |
Positive
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| What a amazing place! We stayed here just a few weeks ago and thought we were on fantasy island! You never have to leave this property. It has all you need...snorkel on sight...private sandy beach with lots of palm trees and other amazing plants and flowers. Gundula and Dave were the most wonderful and helpful host. Always there when you need them and have a knowledge of boca that exceeded all my expectations. If you are looking for a magical getaway..this is the place to be!!! |
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Sam, Birmingham Alabama
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| 11/13/09 |
Positive
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| We ended up at Casa Manana after 6 months of extensive research about the Boca Del Toro and Drago area. We did not know anyone that had ever been there. We were trying to find someplace to celebrate my 40th birthday. We knew exactly what we wanted peace, privacy, a place to reflect and totally get away from the hustle and bustle of life. We chose Casa manana after looking at MANY houses. Gundula kept in contact with us and answered all our questions. Once we were there Gundula made it easy for us to get our SUPPLIES. The drive to the house was 45min but Drago is only 20 min. (down very bumpy road). We didnt mind the drive because the scenery was beautiful. Once we got to the house we were all speechless the beauty was undescribable.The smell of all the flowers, the colors, and the sound of the beach.The house is open and airy with a great front porch. The walk to the beach was something we looked forward to. The property is very tropical full of life and color. The beach was sandy blue green with a front row seat to bird island..very very private. That week we kayaked through the mangroves at Star Fish Beach which is in Drago, took a boat excursion to Zapatillas Key, Bastimentos (ate at a great thia place, I belive called Top of Island. it was a hike but worth it), snorkeled at Crawl Kay and hiked the jungle. We were also able to catch the boat at Drago. Also great restaurant at Drago(it has a pay phone buy a calling card cell phones do not work). Next time we go we will probably stay on property most of the time except for supplies. The beach at the house is beautiful with great snorkeling,plenty of hiking and adventure, kayaking and tons of privacy. I could never say enough good things anout Gundula and Dave. They were informative, helpful and friendly, relaxed and laid back. I could not have found a better place to celebrate turning 40. Peace and serenity were abundant. It exceeded ALL my expectations many times over. We will definatley go back except this time with our 9 and 12 yr olds. |
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Deana Jackson, Birmingham, AL
2052015573 |
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| 04/05/09 |
Positive
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We stayed at here at the end of March. The
property was beautiful and the house was lovely.
Played on the private beach, took hikes through the
jungle and just relaxed on the porch.
Gundula and Dave were great hosts and our kids
loved spending time with them and the dogs.
Although the house is "off the grid", there was so
much to see and do. We highly recommend staying
here. |
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Gail & Tom
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| 01/28/09 |
Positive
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| This is a fantastic rental property! We, and our children, ages 11, 15, 17 roamed everywhere, sighted howler monkeys, sloths and green parrots, tasted yucca, plaintains and guavas for the first time, learned how to call crocodiles, went horseback riding with an Indian clearing the jungle with a machete ahead of the horses, surfed, snorkeled over coral reefs, collected shells, cut and drank coconuts with help from another Indian and his machete, and picked up live hand size star fish in the ocean. All of this was within walking distance or arranged by the hosts without us ever having to go into Bocas Town (other than to grocery shop). This place is off the beaten path; its own piece of paradise. We played cards, read books, swayed in the hammocks and looked out over the ocean. We'd go back in a second and, until then, learn a litte Spanish! |
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