Bastimento, Bastimento, Bocas del Toro Province

AN EXOTIC BEACH-FRONT ECO LODGE ON THE PRISTINE COAST OF ISLA BASTIMENTOS Al Natural Beach Paradise Eco Lodge spreads over 7.321 ha and 337 m of rare, leeward white-sand beach facing the calm waters of Punta Viejaone of the few swimmable beaches in all of Bocas del Toro. Established in 2001, the lodge blends indigenous craftsmanship, off-grid engineering, and French-inspired cuisine into one of the archipelagos most successful eco-retreats. THE HOME The lodging core comprises seven open-air beach bungalows on stilts (king- and queen-bed configurations, ensuite hot-water baths, silent fans, ocean-view verandas) plus one staff bungalow. A two-storey restaurant & bar seats up to 50 guests, with a commercial kitchen, three storerooms, and a multipurpose upper level for yoga, library, or overflow dining. The beachfront managers house (three bedrooms, two baths, 80 m covered terrace) anchors operations, while a recreation center supplies gear, games, and a newly rebuilt bath. All structures were designed by architect Mauro Terno to hurricane and earthquake standards and finished in weather-resilient materials. THE PROPERTY 7.321 ha total; 5.8 ha in final titling phase (exceptionally rare in Bocas) 337 m protected beach with year-round calm swimming Borders Bastimentos National Marine Park; pristine reef 80 m offshore Private arrival dock (26 m) under long-term maritime concession Staff village & utility compound discreetly tucked in jungle backdrop THE COMMUNITY Punta Vieja is the exclusive, off-grid enclave of Isla Bastimentos30 min by boat from Bocas Town and airport, 10 min to Red Frog Beach, direct line to Zapatilla Islands. Two high-end eco-lodges next door validate the areas luxury market and cooperative conservation ethos. OFF GRID SYSTEMS Seven independent solar arrays (46 panels, 28 batteries, 3 inverters) Rain- and well-water system: 61100 gal tanks + 300/600 gal tower tanks, propane hot-water heaters, dual pumps Back-up generator, tool shop, and secure storage compound EXTRAS Highly trained indigenous staff (willing to remain) 3 motorboats, 5 kayaks, 4 paddleboards, snorkel & dive gear, PADI dive center Active marketing platform, 400 TripAdvisor reviews (300 excellent), avg. 70 % occupancy high season Professional valuation: US $4.25 M Open land behind the lodge suitable for jungle cabanas or manager housing; over-water bungalow expansion possible under concession Sale can include fully titled or Right-of-Possession structure to suit buyer THE DREAM Own one of Bocas del Toros iconic eco-hotels: harvest stellar reviews, add jungle cabanas or over-water suites, or preserve this irreplaceable stretch of calm Caribbean shoreline exactly as it isan authentic, profitable, and sustainable paradise.