A rare find!!! I loved it here. I truly felt like Villa Wynona was my own exclusive villa with full-sized pool right on the beach. I never believed I could afford something like this. It was so private and quiet, I stayed for almost 2 weeks. It includes your room and the full outdoor area on the lower level. The vegetation, gardens, birds, and butterflies were beautiful. The chanting of the howler monkeys in the distance and the quiet roll of the ocean peaceful. Under-the-stars dips in the pool before bed each night added to the dreamlike environment.
All this, and it’s in a practical and convenient location. I am a woman and traveled on my own. I felt safe at all times. It was easy to get into town I just walked out to the road and flagged a taxi $2 each way – easy/safe/fast, town is just a short distance away. There’s a lot to do on the islands, with many good restaurants. I chose a quiet holiday and spent most of my time at my villa relaxing. The large covered outdoor living area was spacious, comfortable, and cool. The bedroom was also comfortable and had air-conditioning. There was a large smart TV for entertainment if you wanted, I rarely felt the need. I cooked up some great meals.
A nice convenience was the delivery service - BocasTakeOut - it has numerous restaurants to order from for delivery to the villa. It was reasonable and easy, I just ordered and paid online, I even ordered wine. Pleasant to have a nice restaurant meal at home overlooking my pool and ocean. I also found out that I could call the ‘Supper Gourmet’ put in a full order and have it delivered. This is a deli and grocery store, that has organic fruit and veg and many items for special diets. I didn’t use the delivery service, I just went there by cab. I also got groceries at Tony’s it’s just a bike ride away and it has everything.
Had a private day tour on the boat with Wes – enjoyable – went snorkeling at Cayos Zapatilla – good time.
The Cottrell’s were always available and friendly if I needed help or information, but generally I rarely saw them or heard them, thus the private, quiet, feel.
Villa Wynona’s large accommodation sleeps just 2 people (queen bed). The Cottrell’s also have ‘Villa Paraiso Las Casitas’ next door that accommodate 6 people. It is completely separate with its own pool. I thought it would be a great option to book both properties for a trip with my extended-family. FYI - I never heard the people staying in the Casitas
I'll be back!!!!! bb Ont. Canada