OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach
OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach
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Overview
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
4 guests
Minimum stay varies
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House Rental
Enjoy our Orange House on the outskirst of Bocas Town in the local neighbourhood of Saigon Bay. Saigon bay is located a short 15 minutes walk or a $1 taxi ride to town.
The Orange house is located on a property which consists of 5 rental houses, all build over the water and connected by wooden walkways. The Orange house is located to the front of the other houses and so enjoys unobstructed views from both the top and bottom terrace across the Bay toward the mainland of Panama and Costa Rica, perfect for sunsets.
Downstairs we have a spacious bathroom, fully furnished and equipped kitchen with full size fridge and cooker and dining area leading to the relaxation deck with outdoor lounge, dining table, sun loungers and hammok . Upstairs There are two bedrooms, with the front bedroom wit...
House Rules
Pets not allowedNot suitable for childrenSmoking allowed
We request that all guests consider recycling in order to help us reduce garbage. The islands resources are limited, so using power and water conservatively is most welcome. We do live in a local neighbourhood and so we requests that guests respect other guests as well as local families by not making noise late at night.
No parties on the property
No loud music after midnight
No smoking in the house - only on the outdoor deck
Bedrooms
1 Super King
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
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markinoc
13 contributions
Great Place to Stay
I stayed in this unit during September 2010 with my girlfriend. (This was our second visit to Bocas) The owner and her family live in their house next door, and they are great. The house is over the water, and it is like having your own house in Bocas, for the price for a crappy-decent room, since the unit has a full kitchen and separate bedroom. The owner, Claudia, is respectful of privacy but very often available with a yell over to her dock for information about the town or tours or Bocas in general.
Staying here is like staying in the guest house of your cool friends that live in paradise.
Visited September 2010 Travelled as a couple
Written 9 October 2010. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LSEverroad
Columbus, IN1 contribution
A wonderful place to stay...Loved it!
My husband and I rented the one bedroom house for just over a month during December/January.
It was our 2nd stay in Bocas and we were familiar with the Saigon area. The owners of Over The Water Rentals, Claudia and Marlin could not have been nicer as I had been communicating with Claudia for months before our stay.
Everything was just right when we got there. It is just like having your own place right over the water in a very calm bay. Claudia lives next door and was very helpful with any questions we had. The whole atmosphere was great. We had a good time meeting the other renters in the cabins behind us. We are looking forward to a return trip!
Visited December 2010 Travelled as a couple
Written 12 April 2011. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LSEverroad
Columbus, IN1 contribution
Loved this placed!
My husband and I were recently in the Orange House for a week...what a tremendous time we had! The house has everything you need, is close to the beach and is close enough to town, but far enough away. We enjoyed Claudia's recommendations for restaurants and activities. Claudia is a great host. Thanks for a great time!
Suzanne
Visited January 2012
Written 20 January 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LSEverroad
Columbus, IN1 contribution
Our Home away From Home
Two of us spent a week in The Orange House. Claudia (the owner) met us at the airport and provided the taxi ride to the house. From the moment we walked through the door we loved the place. There was a view of the water from almost every window. The kitchen / living room is bright and sunny. The house was very clean and has a great large bathroom. The bed was very comfortable and we woke to a view of the water each day. The deck was our favorite spot. We looked forward to coming home (after our days of adventures) to a cocktail and the wonderful sunsets from our comfy adirondack chairs. The house is located about a 10 minute walk from town. I would recommend walking the side road closest to the water to avoid the taxi traffic. There is a large grocery store less then 2 blocks away that has just about everything you may need. Claudia lives next door and is always available to answer any questions you may have. Another great source of informatiom was our taxi driver Marlin. He can pick you up and drop you off right at your door. He also has good advice about where to eat and places to see. This was a great place to hang your hat and relax to the sound of the lapping water all around. Hope to come back...
Visited March 2012
Written 4 April 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LSEverroad
Columbus, IN1 contribution
beautiful time, lovely lodging!
Once I found the purple house in Saigon, I have never stayed anywhere else. I always feel so at home! The amenities are unparalleled: comfortable bedrooms replete with aC, table lamp, and walk in-closet; a true kitchen; lots of windows/light; a porch with sofa and hammock...everything you need to make your home-away-from-home is at arm's reach - you can experience true living. The hospitality is wonderful; your run on the beach is two minutes away. There's also a fantastic balance between living in the community and having your own private space -- this is a rarity in Bocas. If you want to truly vacation while feeling immersed in Panama, this is your spot!
Visited April 2012
Written 13 June 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
andread61
Saint Paul, MN4 contributions
Peaceful Retreat
I really enjoyed my stay at the Orange House. It had everything I needed, great WIfI, 2 decks to hang out on over the water!! A nice king size bed, air conditioning if you needed. I felt safe, and comfortable there. The hosts were next door, available and helpful, but not intrusive. The location was alittle outside of the town, but easy walking distance, or a quick cheap taxi trip. Grocery store a block away. Thank you Claudia!!
Visited April 2012
Written 9 July 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
andread61
Saint Paul, MN4 contributions
Best Vacation Ever
My wife Melody and I spent a fabulous week in the Orange house. From the first day, Claudia was the perfect host. She met us at the airport and provided great recommendations on what to do for the week, from the La Buga dive shop to wonderful restaurants, it was incredible.
The house was great. Waking up in the morning and stepping out on the porch to enjoy a cup of coffee, feeling breeze off the bay was wonderful. We had everything we needed. There is an aC in the bedroom but we really never needed it. Just open the windows and doors to the beautiful bay breeze.
Melody and I would recommend overthewaterrentals and Bocas Town without exception. we loved it and plan to return.
Visited September 2012
Written 23 September 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
thanks mark. i appreciate your feedback. you guys were really cool too. how was the rafting by the way ?
hope we see again :-)
claudia
Written 9 October 2010. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Helen D
Budapest, Hungary2 contributions
absolutely perfect!!!
my partner and me were looking for a peaceful and comfortable house at the sea and we found exactly what we were looking for. we stayed at the orange house and had an amazing time. the owners live right next to the house and they are super friendly and helpful. you are well taken care of. everything is perfectly clean, the kitchen fully equipped and we had some wonderful dinners on the balcony overlooking the bay. it is quiet and not too far away from the busy town centre. we did a 3-week spanish course at the habla ya language school. from the house, we could easily walk to the school within 10 minutes. we looked through so many accommodations before deciding on this one and we also asked our fellow students about their accommodation during our stay. and we truly believe we hit the jackpot. :) thanks, claudi, for the amazing time and for being so kind and helpful.
Visited September 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 8 October 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
.... cheers girl ! thanks again for staying with us :-)
i hope we see again SOON :-)
Written 8 October 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Marcel_Gonzalez_C
1 contribution
Confortable, Acogedor y Super Completo !
Claudia, Gracias por las atenciones, el lugar tiene una muy buena ubicación, silencio puro lo único que escuchas es el sonido de las olas, todo esta cerca puedes ir caminando o en taxi, el lugar tiene dos fabulosos balcones con sillas donde puedes tener una tarde romántica o recibir el amanecer al despertar o el anochecer con una buena botella de vino y quesos, es un lugar donde volvería a ir sin lugar a duda, tiene una cocina súper equipada, pude preparar un Flan Casero sin problemas... The Orange HOuse esta decorada con Caracoles el cual le da un tremendo toque y estilo. Volvereeeee
Visited November 2012 Travelled with family
Written 6 November 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
gracias marcel - lo esperamos aca siempre ! saludos a la familia !
Written 6 November 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Detlef H
9 contributions
Terrific place you'll love it here.
My wife and myself stayed here for 4 days and really enjoyed the 'Orange House.' Close to Bocas town but in a quieter area with a gorgeous view from the deck. The house has everything you would need and is esthetically very pleasing in decor and layout.. A great spot to feel part of the community in a tranquil setting with a Caribbean vibe. Highly recommended.
Visited November 2012 Travelled as a couple
Written 17 December 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
gracias marcel - lo esperamos aca siempre ! saludos a la familia !
Written 6 November 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
What this rental offers
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Patio
- Deck
Property features
- Ceiling Fans
Location features
- Waterfront location
Entertainment
- Television
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Additional amenities
- Boat available
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Watersports
Scenic views
- Waterfront views
- Ocean views
Bathroom and laundry
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
Location info
- Beachfront/Lakeside
Indoor amenities
- Air conditioning
- Cable television
- Internet access
Kitchen and dining
- Cooker
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Toaster
Map
Getting there
Bocas Del Toro Airport
5 min
Changuinola Airport
24.8 km
Restaurants
Octo Caribbean Grill
14 min
Alberto's - Pizzeria & Restaurante
14 min
Coquitos Beach
14 min
JJ's @ Bocas Blended
13 min
Attractions
Lil' Spa Shop by the Sea
11 min • Spas
Isla Carenero
14 min • Islands
About the neighbourhood
the lively little neighborhood developed in the past 5 years. life takes place on a small sidewalk threw the community that leads right to the beach. you gonna get offered a snow cone or raspadura get the chance to buy lotterie tickets, meet people, or just watch the kids fish or play in the bay.
sitting on your porch you get to watch the dolphins swim by, buy fish or lobster from local divers paddling by in their dugouts, or simply enjoy your sundowner as the sun dips in the ocean ;-)
taxis are quiet cheap out to saigon 0.50cents per person or a short walk from main street about 10-15 min.
there are little stores on the corner, laundromats close by, and all along the beach you´ll find good local restaurants &bars.
short: it is the perfect location to your vacation ;-))))
Getting around
Taxi's, bicycles and by foot are the most popular transportation methods on the main island. If you are looking to visit the other islands, there are water taxi depots available in town, but we can also arrange for boat tours right from our very own dock. We can arrange bike rental for our guests.
Access
Car not needed
How to get there
The easiest way to our property is by taxi. We are located a 20 minute walk from the center of town in a neighborhood called Saigon Bay. Taxi from town costs $1 per person and from the airport it costs $2 per person.
Just tell the driver to drop you off at 'Saigon Adentro, segunda entrada, la casa de Claudia'. Our houses are behind a brightly painted wooden fence with a red surfboard out front with Over The Water Rentals on it.
As our houses are located over the water, there is limited parking outside the property in the neighborhood. Contact us beforehand to discuss the parking options before booking.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableWatersports
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Frequently Asked Questions about OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach
- OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach is able to accommodate up to 4 guests. See all property details.
- OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach has one bathroom available. See all property details.
- OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach has one bedroom available. See all property details.
- Stays at OVER THE WATER RENTALS - footsteps from the beach must last at least 2 nights. See all property details.