A TRADITIONAL SPANISH HACIENDA ON ISLA BOCA BRAVA, IN BOCA CHICA A rare opportunity in the Gulf of Chiriquí on Boca Brava Island, Chiriquí, Panama — one of the most sought-after island destinations on Panama’s Pacific coast. Known for its protected waters, world-class sport fishing, whale watching, and untouched beauty, Boca Brava offers a unique blend of privacy and accessibility just minutes from the mainland and accessible by barge. This exclusive island community attracts investors and luxury home buyers seeking oceanfront real estate, private estates, and high-end vacation properties in a secure and naturally stunning setting. The Hacienda Boca Chica is by far the most charming estate on the island. THE LAND The estate sits on an extraordinary 5-hectare private peninsula on the south side of Boca Brava Island, a premium landholding rarely available on the market. This unique peninsula location delivers both sunrise and sunset views from the home, which was designed to admire the 300 degree view. The property includes direct beach access, lush tropical landscape, and a private infinity pool overlooking the bay — creating a resort-style environment perfect for personal enjoyment or boutique vacation rental potential. The expansive land offers room for additional guest casitas, gardens, or future development, and concrete remains of horse stables remain, ready to be revived and reinhabited. THE HACIENDA At the heart of this exceptional property stands a spacious and luxurious hacienda-style residence featuring 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and separate maid’s quarters, designed for comfort, entertaining, and extended stays. The home is designed with traditional architecture and natural materials, offering a comfort not found in many new builds. The 470 square meters of covered outdoor living space would be ideal for yoga retreats, but currently offers the ideal location for ocean-view dining, sunset gatherings, and relaxed island living year-round, boasting a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The large terrace and shaded lounge areas maximize the coastal breezes and panoramic surroundings. Follow a gravel driveway aligned by massive foxtail palms to reach the cobblestone courtyard of the hacienda, where you will be met with the grand entrance and 5 doors to choose from. The entrance towers above with natural light pouring in, where large glass doors welcome in the view of the archipelago through the covered terrace. Left of the main entrance is the Eastern wing of the home which has the master-bedroom and bathroom, as well as guest suite and office with its own bathroom, the office could easily be reverted to a bedroom as well. The right of the main entrance has the kitchen with stainless steel drawers and cabinets and a large pantry, the kitchen opens up via 2 sliding doors to the seafront veranda where stairs lead to the pool deck. Further West along this veranda leads to a second guest suite as well as the maids room and bathroom. The Western wing of the home has an outdoor kitchen with a stunning view for the gardener and the maid, as well as a third private guest suite with a jacuzzi, facing west. THE DREAM Imagine the dream of island living with road access. Owning a beachfront peninsula home on Boca Brava means watching humpback whales and dolphins from your veranda, it means waking up steps from the sea, enjoying boating and fishing at your doorstep, and reaching mainland services within minutes. This is a rare combination of Panama island real estate, beach access property, and luxury coastal living — ideal as a private residence, healing retreat center, or investment in one of Panama’s most precious waterfront regions. Want to know more?
House for sale with 6 bedrooms - Panama
Villa Papagayo "Villa Papagayo", as this spectacular home is called, sits on a titled lot of 4693.76 square meters (+1 acre) within the gated community of Morrillo Pacific Heights, with views of the Pacific Ocean and direct sunsets. Ideal for families or large groups, the main level of this luxurious, fully furnished home has 390.31 (4,200.64 square feet) of enclosed living space, plus a huge pool and deck. The additional level includes three independent luxury suite-style apartments (1-bedroom efficiencies, each with its own kitchen and bathroom), which share a plunge pool and a spacious terrace overlooking the vast ocean. You and your guests will be greeted with an imposing double-height entrance with wood-encrusted ceiling, leading to an open dining area and butler bar area, seating more than 20 people easily. Interior Layout & Social Areas Living Room & Kitchen: The large enclosed living room with a huge open kitchen features luxury finishes and appliances, including a spacious pantry and two more guest bathrooms. Living Room: It is very spacious (73.21 m2 / 788.00 sq ft), enclosed with air conditioning, with sliding glass windows and doors for open views of the ocean and pool, high-end mahogany wood cladding on walls and doors. It is fully equipped with 2 large comfortable sofas and multiple chairs to seat more than 10 people, plus a huge 48" smart TV and a spacious guest bathroom with high-end finishes. Sliding glass doors are designed to offer the flexibility to leave the space open to cool morning or evening breezes. Kitchen: It is open to the living room and is very spacious (16.85 m2 / 181.34 sq ft) with views of the ocean and pool, beautiful granite countertops and high quality hardwood cabinetry. It is fully equipped with high-end appliances (gas stove, full-size oven, full-size refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, etc.) and includes a massive granite bar and chairs that can seat up to 8 people. Pantry: Conveniently located behind the kitchen, it is very spacious (7.38 m2 / 79.45 sq ft) with hardwood cabinets and shelving and a large freezer for additional storage. Dining and Service Areas: Dining: The massive dining room (103.50 m2 / 1114.0647 sq ft) is located at the main entrance, with double-height ceilings with hardwood paneling. It's an extensive outdoor dining area with a hardwood table for groups of up to 20 people, a full guest bathroom, and a butler cocktail bar. It is completely covered but open to the ocean breeze. Laundry room: Very spacious, air-conditioned, equipped with washing machine, dryer and sink. Adjacent is a small bedroom with a bunk bed for 2 service staff (or children) who can use the shared full bathroom in the dining area. Garage: Very spacious (40.2 m2 / 432.71 sq ft), with a new aluminum automatic door (American quality) and an access door to the outside patio. Master Bedrooms Master Bedroom: Very large (45.5 m2 / 489.76 sq ft), furnished with king size bed, desk and large sliding glass doors overlooking the ocean. Includes dressing room (9.55 m2) with custom mahogany furniture. The en-suite bathroom (15 m2) includes double sinks, a large ceramic bathtub and a separate oversized shower. Second Bedroom: Very spacious (22 m2 / 236.81 sq ft), with king size bed, desk, double height ceilings, split air conditioning, walk-in closet and large bathroom with tub plus separate shower. Guest Suite Apartments On the ground floor, below the pool terrace, there are three independent, fully furnished and air-conditioned suite apartments: Each has its own full luxury kitchen, spacious bathroom and closet. They share a small plunge pool and a large open terrace overlooking the ocean. They have independent side access and a private laundry room. Dimensions: Suite 1 (39.56 m2), Suite 2 (39.58 m2), Suite 3 (41.75 m2). Construction Specifications and Total Areas The total built area of the house is 1250 square meters (13,454.88 square feet), broken down as follows: Enclosed space on the upper floor: 500 m2. Open but covered space: 170 m2. Open space: 575 m2. Construction Details: Concrete block walls and cast concrete columns. Fiber cement ceiling (Panalit) with ceilings decorated with hardwood. Double pane PVC windows and sliding doors. Stainless steel exterior railings. Location, Access & Environment Location: Within the gated community of Morrillo Pacific Heights. The property offers 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and sunsets. It is only 1 km from Playa Mata Oscura, allowing you to hear the waves from the house. Access: New and paved road from the Pan-American Highway in Santiago to the community. From Panama City: 5 hours total trip. Flights: You can fly from Albrook to Santiago by charter flight. Nearby Beaches and Activities: Playa Mata Oscura (1 km): Turtle nesting and sport fishing in Puerto Nance. Playa Morrillo (10 km): Famous for world-class surfing. Playa Torio and Playa Reina: 20-40 minutes away. Nature: Proximity to Cerro Hoya National Park, waterfalls, whale watching and islands such as Cebaco and Coiba. Services, Shopping & Health Shopping: Bramador Supermarket 9 km away. In Mariato (main town) there are banks, hardware stores, hospital and government offices. Health: Emergency center in Mariato (30-40 min). Largest hospitals in Santiago (1.5-2 hours) and world-class facilities in Panama City. Education: Local public schools in the area. Most expats use online homeschooling. Utilities and Monthly Electricity Expenses: $0.22/kWh (independent meters). Water: Communal spring water well ($10/month). Backup: Propane gas generator (Generac) and fiber optic internet. Taxes: Exempt from property taxes (zero taxes). Summary of Monthly Expenses (Estimated +/- $1200): Electricity: $250-$500 Internet: $51.53 Water: $10 HOA Maintenance: $105 House, Pool and Garden Maintenance: Approximately $370 Cleaning: $300 (3 days per week) Fixed Annual Expenses: +/- $1700 / Total Annual Expenses (Fixed + Variable): +/- $13,700 Property Description in English: Villa Papagayo "Villa Papagayo," as this spectacular home is named, sits on a titled lot of 4,693.76 square meters (+1 acre) within the gated community of Morrillo Pacific Heights, featuring views of the Pacific Ocean and direct sunsets. Ideal for large families or groups, the main level of this fully furnished luxury home has 390.31 square meters (4,200.64 sq. ft.) of enclosed living space, plus a massive pool and terrace. The additional level includes three independent luxury guest suites (1-bedroom efficiencies, each with its own kitchen and bathroom), which share a plunge pool and a spacious terrace overlooking the vast ocean. You and your guests will be greeted by an imposing double-height entrance with wood-inlaid ceilings, leading to an open dining area and butler's bar area, easily accommodating over 20 people. Interior Layout and Social Areas Living Room and Kitchen: The large enclosed living room with a massive open kitchen features luxury finishes and appliances, including a spacious pantry and two additional guest bathrooms. Living Room: Very spacious (73.21 m2 / 788.00 sq. ft.), enclosed with air conditioning, featuring glass windows and sliding doors for open views of the ocean and pool. It features high-end mahogany wood paneling on walls and doors, and is fully equipped with 2 large comfortable sofas and multiple chairs to seat over 10 people, plus a huge 48" smart TV and a spacious guest bathroom with high-end finishes. The sliding glass doors are designed to offer the flexibility of leaving the space open to fresh morning or evening breezes. Kitchen: Open to the living room and very spacious (16.85 m2 / 181.34 sq. ft.) with ocean and pool views, beautiful granite countertops, and high-quality hardwood cabinets custom-made by master craftsmen. It is fully equipped with high-end appliances (full-size gas stove, full-size oven, large refrigerator, full-size microwave, dishwasher, etc.) and includes a massive granite bar with seating for 8 people. Pantry: Conveniently located behind the kitchen, it is very spacious (7.38 m2 / 79.45 sq. ft.) with custom hardwood cabinets and shelving, featuring a large freezer for additional storage. Dining and Service Areas: Dining Room: The massive dining area (103.50 m2 / 1,114.06 sq. ft.) is located at the main entrance, featuring masterfully crafted hardwood paneled double-height ceilings. It is an extensive outdoor dining area with a massive hardwood table to seat groups of 20 or more, a full guest bathroom, and a high-end butler's cocktail bar. It is completely covered but open to the ocean breeze. Laundry Room: Very spacious, air-conditioned, fully equipped with washer, dryer, sink, and storage cabinets. Adjacent is a small bedroom with a bunk bed for 2 service staff (or children) who can use the shared full bathroom in the dining area. Garage: Very spacious (40.2 m2 / 432.71 sq. ft.), with a new high-end automatic vertical sliding aluminum garage door and an access door to the side yard. Main Bedrooms Master Bedroom: Very large (45.5 m2 / 489.76 sq. ft.) and spacious, fully furnished with a king-size bed, desk, and large sliding glass doors offering a spectacular ocean view. It includes a large walk-in closet (9.55 m2) with custom high-end hardwood cabinetry. The large en-suite bathroom (15 m2) includes high-end double sinks with granite countertops, a luxury ceramic bathtub, and a separate oversized shower. Second Bedroom: Very spacious (22 m2 / 236.81 sq. ft.), with a king-size bed, desk, double-height ceilings, split A/C, a large walk-in closet, and a large bathroom with granite countertops, a bathtub, and a separate shower. Guest Suites On the ground floor, below the pool terrace, there are three very spacious and comfortable independent guest suites, fully furnished and air-conditioned: Each has its own full luxury kitchen (fully equipped), spacious bathroom, and closet. They share a small plunge pool and a large open terrace with unobstructed ocean views. They have independent side access and a private laundry room. Dimensions: Suite 1 (39.56 m2), Suite 2 (39.58 m2), Suite 3 (41.75 m2). Construction Specifications and Total Areas The total built area of the house is 1,250 square meters (13,454.88 sq. ft.) , broken down as follows: Enclosed living area on top floor: 500 m2. Open but roofed space: 170 m2. Open space: 575 m2. Construction Details: Concrete block walls and poured concrete columns. Fiber cement roof (Panalit) with hardwood decorated ceilings. PVC double-pane windows and sliding doors. Stainless steel exterior railings for the pool area. Location, Access, and Surroundings Location: Located within the gated community of Morrillo Pacific Heights. The property offers 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and sunsets. It is only about 1 km from Playa Mata Oscura, close enough to hear the waves crashing on the shore. Access: The road is perfectly new and fully paved from the Pan-American Highway in Santiago to the community gate. From Panama City: 5 hours total travel time. Flights: Private charter flights are available from Albrook to Santiago. Beaches and Activities: Playa Mata Oscura (1 km): Famous for turtle nesting and sport fishing at "Puerto Nance." Playa Morrillo (10 km): World-famous for its incredible surfing waves. Nearby Nature: Proximity to Cerro Hoya National Park, waterfalls, whale watching (July-Nov), and islands such as Cebaco and Coiba. Utilities and Monthly Expenses Electricity: $0.22/kWh (independent meters). Water: Provided by a communal well using underground spring water ($10/mo). Backup: Backup propane gas power generator (Generac) and high-speed fiber optic internet. Taxes: Property tax exempt (zero property taxes). Estimated Monthly Expenses (+/- $1,200): Electricity: $250-$500 Internet: $51.53 Water: $10 HOA Maintenance Fee: $105 House, pool, and garden maintenance: Approx. $370 Cleaning lady: $300 (3 days per week) Fixed Annual Expenses: +/- $1,700 / Total Annual Expenses (Fixed + Variable): +/- $13,700 Want to know more?