Sweet Bocas

Bocas Del Toro, Panama

Overview

Located on an exclusive 15-acre private island on Panama’s sparkling Caribbean coast, Sweet Bocas is one of the most remarkable stilted homes in the world. With sustainability and culture at its heart, this property boasts 13 bedrooms in total and offers a luxury escape surrounded by the untouched beauty of nature. Delight in adventure and relaxation in unmatched privacy with renowned surf breaks, world-class wellness and exquisite cuisine.

Key Features

  • 13 bedrooms including 7 in the main villa, four in the guest house, and two master suites overlooking the lake
  • Large indoor and outdoor lounge areas
  • Direct ocean access
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court and fully equipped gym
  • Fully staffed
  • Private organic garden
  • Private yacht available for expeditions around the Bocas del Toro Archipelago
  • Watersports include wakeboarding, tubing, kayaking, sailing, surfing, fishing, paddle boarding, snorkelling, and scuba diving
  • Nature activities include hiking, mangrove kayaking, bat cave exploration
  • Excellent activity and surfing guides

Perched over pristine jade waters filled with turtles and dolphins, surrounded by a jungle brimmed with mango trees and an immense freshwater lake, the beautiful Sweet Bocas villa is a haven of exclusivity. The property’s interior boasts colourful décor, artisan textiles, and vibrant patterns. Each of the bedrooms are immaculately furnished and feature a large king-sized bed and rain showers. The indoor and outdoor lounge areas offer endless space to relax with breath-taking vistas from every angle.

The island boasts a wide variety of environments to explore, from direct ocean access to the floating pontoon that sits on a freshwater lake and the beautiful garden pergola. With a private tennis court, large pool and separate fitness centre, the island is a hidden oasis to enjoy. Permaculture is an essential part of dining at Sweet Bocas, and you will delve into a true farm to table experience with a private chef bringing organic, natural ingredients together in harmony to create an unforgettable culinary vision.

A renowned surfing destination, days at Sweet Bocas can be spent out on the ocean exploring the best wave breaks with a world champion surf instructor and not another person in sight. After a morning of coaching, the estate’s 30-ft yacht will bring you back to the villa for a restorative massage and delicious lunch. If surfing isn’t for you, the estate offers a realm of other experiences from water-skiing and scuba diving to nature hiking, mangrove kayaking and visiting local communities; there truly is something for everyone. Alternatively, take your days at a slower place, relaxing in the tropical climate and indulging in spa treatments or personalised yoga sessions. Each evening at Sweet Bocas offers a mini celebration; with the team full of surprises, every night will look a little different.

Sustainability

Sweet Bocas operates as a fully functional permaculture farm focused on regenerating and coexisting harmoniously with the local ecosystem. It upholds a commitment to environmental stewardship in all its activities and offers a sustainable farm-to-table dining experience. Additionally, Sweet Bocas supports Give & Surf, an organization dedicated to providing education and community development for local indigenous tribes.

Why we love it

Sweet Bocas is a rare find that strikes a perfect balance between luxury and social impact. It will certainly leave a lasting impression through the incredible experiences, sustainable ethos, and cultural exchanges on offer.

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