Welcome to Casa Hakuna Matata – your serene green retreat in Torio, Veraguas! Just 100 meters from the main road, this sustainable paradise invites you to reconnect with nature. Enjoy a short walk to the beach, explore a nearby river with crystal-clear lagoons, and take a scenic 30-minute hike through the jungle to reach a breathtaking waterfall. Your adventure starts here. The space Your sanctuary, spread across 2000 square meters, offers a tranquil escape for up to four guests. The upper bedroom opens onto the Moondeck, a terrace with cozy loungers—perfect for unwinding under the sky. The open tropical architecture, featuring a green roof, naturally cools the space, while mosquito nets and glass doors create a seamless connection between comfort and nature. High walls promote airflow, gently directing warmth upward to maintain a pleasant indoor climate. Each room enjoys a refreshing breeze thanks to ceiling fans. And with our thoughtfully chosen materials and design, air conditioning is as unnecessary as a snowman in the desert 😝. The open kitchen and living area invite relaxation and connection, embracing the essence of eco-living. Casa Hakuna Matata is built with sustainability in mind, featuring walls and floors crafted from limestone plaster and natural fibers. Experience the unique charm of our bamboo outdoor shower, nestled against a striking shell-stone wall—bringing nature even closer. Your eco-retreat is ready to welcome you! (Please check the house rules before booking.) Guest access You'll have access to every room in the house, except for the green roof and the storage house. Other things to note • Since February 2025, we have installed railings on the lower floor, along the kitchen area, and the staircase, making the space child-friendly. We haven't been able to take photos yet, but they will be available soon. • We offer WiFi! (The mobile networks also function well within the house) • We consistently strive to maintain the house's cleanliness. However, due to its open design, dust may settle quickly on furniture. It's crucial to recognize that in this house, we embrace harmonious living with nature. • The house is situated in a vibrant neighborhood. You may occasionally hear Reggaeton music from the neighbors and trucks from the main road. • In the morning, the roosters from our neighbors across the road crow, as is common throughout Torio.

## Location

Welcome to Casa Hakuna Matata, a peaceful green retreat in Torio, Veraguas. Located just 100 meters from the main road, the property offers an opportunity to reconnect with nature while remaining close to local attractions.

- A short walk from the beach
- Nearby river with crystal-clear lagoons
- Scenic 30-minute jungle hike to a beautiful waterfall

## The Space

Set on 2,000 square meters, Casa Hakuna Matata provides a tranquil escape for up to four guests.

The upper bedroom opens onto the Moondeck, a terrace furnished with comfortable loungers where you can relax beneath the open sky. The home’s open tropical architecture and green roof help keep the interior naturally cool. Glass doors and mosquito nets create a comfortable connection with the surrounding environment.

High walls encourage airflow by directing warm air upward, while ceiling fans provide a refreshing breeze in every room. With carefully selected materials and thoughtful design, air conditioning is unnecessary.

The open-plan kitchen and living area create a welcoming space for relaxation and connection, reflecting the home’s eco-conscious design.

## Sustainability and Design

Casa Hakuna Matata was built with sustainability in mind.

- Walls and floors made from limestone plaster and natural fibers
- Green roof designed to support natural cooling
- Open tropical architecture that promotes airflow
- Bamboo outdoor shower set against a distinctive shell-stone wall

Please review the house rules before booking.

## Guest Access

Guests have access to every room in the house except:

- The green roof
- The storage house

## Additional Information

- Since February 2025, railings have been installed on the lower floor, along the kitchen area, and beside the staircase to make the home more child-friendly. Updated photos will be added soon.
- Wi-Fi is available, and mobile networks also work well inside the house.
- We make every effort to keep the home clean. However, because of its open design, dust may settle quickly on the furniture. Living here means embracing a harmonious relationship with nature.
- The house is located in a lively neighborhood. You may occasionally hear reggaeton music from nearby neighbors and trucks traveling along the main road.
- In the mornings, roosters from the neighbors across the road may crow, as is common throughout Torio.

Eco-designed 1BR retreat for 4 in Torio, Veraguas, with a starlit Moondeck, tropical airflow, and beach, crystal-clear river lagoons, and jungle waterfall hikes nearby.

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2BR house in Torio

Casa °Hakuna Matata°-Ecohouse near beach & river - Houses for Rent in Torio, Provincia de Veraguas, Panama

wonderful house-man lives virtually outside and it is always very pleasant. many great restaurants nearby and beautiful beaches in the area! highly recommended!!

wunderbares haus-man lebt quasi draussen und es ist immer sehr angenehm. viele tolle restaurants in der nähe und wunderschöne strände in der gegend! sehr empfehlenswert!!

The place is very nice. Our stay was perfect. We wanted something that felt secluded, but not completely isolated, and this house was ideal. It has everything you need for the price, and everything was great, including attention.

El lugar es muy bonito. Nuestra estadía fue perfecta. Queríamos algo que se sintiera apartado, pero sin estar completamente aislados, y esta casa fue ideal. Tiene todo lo necesario por el precio, y todo fue excelente, incluida la atención.

This place is amazing! The light in the morning is so beautiful and the sounds of birds & waves ease you into that relaxation state. The hamacas were the perfect addition as well.

The place exceeded my expectations. It is a place of rest and very idyllic. The cooking area is open and has a high quality gas stove. In the morning you can hear local animals and at the same time the sea rushing in the distance. The beds are very comfortable and everything is stylishly designed and in very good condition. In the garden we were allowed to harvest a ripe pineapple and the rain shower in the outdoor area has warm water and is fantastically beautifully designed. In the trees we could see hummingbirds. Within walking distance is the sea and a waterfall for swimming. In the street are several restaurants, of which we were in two and ate well. The place was a highlight of our trip and communication with the hosts excellent! I 100% recommend it! Five ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Die Unterkunft hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen. Sie ist ein Ort der Ruhe und sehr idyllisch. Der Kochbereich ist offen und verfügt über einen hochwertigen Gasherd. Morgens hört man einheimische Tiere und gleichzeitig das Meer in der Ferne rauschen. Die Betten sind sehr bequem und alles ist stilvoll gestaltet und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Im Garten durften wir eine reife Ananas ernten und die Regendusche im Außenbereich verfügt über warmes Wasser und ist traumhaft schön gestaltet. In den Bäumen konnten wir Kolibris beobachten. Fußläufig ist das Meer und ein Wasserfall zum Baden erreichbar. In der Straße sind mehrere Restaurants, von denen wir in Zweien waren und gut gegessen haben. Die Unterkunft war ein Highlight unserer Reise und die Kommunikation mit den Gastgebern hervorragend! Ich kann es zu 100% nur empfehlen! Fünf ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We had an amazing stay. We were 3 surferfriends and the place felt like home for us. Beautiful nature, good vibes and very lovely people in town and area. Amy always replied very fast and was happy to help us anytime. Thank you for this beautiful stay, we all realy appreciated it.

Beautiful open house—quiet and close to good restaurants, great hikes, and the beach. Amy and Ryan are very friendly and responsive hosts. We had a wonderful stay.

The house is very nice. It has everything you need for a friendly weekend. is located in a central place, close to the beach and the river. the communication with manu, it was very simple , always ready to answer our doubts.

La casa esta muy bonita. Tiene todo lo que necesitas para pasar un fin de semana agradable. esta ubicada en un lugar centrico , cerca de la playa y del rio. la comuncacion con manu, fue muy sencilla , siempre dispuesto a resolver nuestras dudas.

The house is really special. It is completely open but the bedrooms are lockable. However, not suitable for small children. We had quite bad luck with the weather, it rained more or less continuously on 4 out of 6 days, but it didn't rain in the house despite the missing walls and you could sit out the rain well in the hammock. We were surprised that there were no insects. Amenities are good, but everything you need is no longer brand new due to the tropical weather. Amy and Ryan were great hosts, with tips and always easily accessible.

Das Haus ist wirklich speziell. Es ist völlig offen aber die Schlafzimmer sind abschließbar. Für kleine Kinder allerdings nicht geeignet. Wir hatten zwar ziemlich Pech mit dem Wetter, es regnete an 4 von 6 Tagen mehr oder weniger ununterbrochen, aber in das Haus regnete es trotz fehlender Wände nicht rein und man konnte den Regen gut in der Hängematte aussitzen. Überrascht waren wir, das es keine Insekten gab. Ausstattung ist gut, alles da, was man braucht allerdings durch die tropische Witterung nicht mehr nagelneu. Amy und Ryan waren super Gastgeber, mit Tips und immer gut erreichbar.

A house that gave us a real immersion in nature.

Uma casa que nos proporcionou uma verdadeira imersão no meio da natureza.

Nice eco-friendly place. Great for disconnecting from city life. Amy and Ryan are super friendly and helpful.  Not toddler friendly though.

Thank you, Manuel, for your honest feedback! We're glad you enjoyed our eco-friendly house. We take your comment about child safety seriously—installing railings is already planned for January, as we have young children ourselves.

The house is unique- better than the photos, it is part of the natural surroundings. We loved the split levels and that we always felt part if nature even when working remotely. The area is incredible- even during the rainy season- there are rolling hills, a waterfall, incredible natural beaches, wonderful restaurants, gorgeous beaches and the horseback riding with Katia that Amy recommended was one of the best we've ever taken and we have been riding all over the world. It is very difficult not to fall in love with Torio and give up your life to move there- it's easy to understand why so many ex-pats make it home.

Amy and Ryan are nice and helpful hosts. The house is nice, especially the outdoor shower. Unfortunately, the kitchen equipment was very worn, the cleanliness left something to be desired. During the day, very noisy construction vehicles regularly pass by the house.

Amy und Ryan sind nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Das Haus ist schön, besonders die Außendusche. Leider war die Küchenausstattung sehr abgenutzt, die Sauberkeit ließ zu wünschen übrig. Tagsüber fahren regelmäßig sehr laute Baufahrzeuge am Haus vorbei.

Thank you for your feedback, Linda. We’re truly sorry that you were not satisfied with the cleanliness and kitchen utensils. To ensure a more enjoyable experience for our future guests, we’re committed to continuous improvement. It would be very helpful if you could provide us with a more detailed description of the issues. This way, we can guide our cleaning staff more precisely and know which utensils need replacing. We hope you enjoyed Torio and Panama, and we appreciate that you stayed with us.

The place is very cozy, surrounded by nature, the open areas that one connects to nature, which we are not used to, but it is worth it. The place was very clean and tidy, fresh and even though it was open, we felt safe. The area is nice, the beautiful landscapes, the beach is close by and so is the river. We loved it! We're thinking of coming back. Amy and Manuel, always quick to respond and friendly. Thanks!

El lugar es muy acogedor, rodeado de naturaleza, las áreas abiertas que uno se conecte con la naturaleza, cosa que no estamos acostumbrados, pero vale la pena. El lugar muy limpio y ordenado, fresco y a pesar de que es abierto nos sentíamos seguros. El área es agradable, los paisajes preciosos, la playa está cerca y también el rio. Nos encanto! Estamos pensando regresar. Amy y Manuel, siempre atentos rápidos en contestar y amables. Muchas gracias!

Where to start, first time in Torio and I already want to come back, Amy and her husband where excellent hosts, always helpful, always right on when we needed them. The house, no words to describe it, beautiful surroundings, the open concept new to us but most welcome just the thing we needed. I would say if you are planing to know Torio and all Mariato beaches; Amy’s house is the one to stay in and get the whole experience. 10/10

I liked the openess of the house.  Also liked the outdoor shower.  I didn't find a corkscrew or a coffemaker.  It was bug free, which surprised me, because it is so open.  Rained hard one night and the floors got wet and slippery.  Outside appearance is excellent.

The house feels quite unique and is perfect for a short stay in Torio. Amy was very helpful and responsive

Torio is a little pearl. A great corner for great adventures in jungle and on the beach. And every night a brilliant house awaits the adventurers. We had 5 very nice days with everything you could ask for. From rain to sunshine, everything you need here has enjoyed it with everything you need.

Torio ist eine kleine Perle. Eine super Ecke für tolle Abenteuer in Urwald und am Strand. Und jeden Abend wartet ein geniales Haus auf die Abenteurer. Wir hatte 5 sehr schöne Tage mit allem was man sich wünschen kann. Von Platzregen bis Sonnenschein hat hier alles Freude bereitet mit allem was man so braucht

Four of us visited for a one-night stay, and we had a good time. The house is completely equipped, it's private, it's spacious, clean, close to restaurants, and surrounded by nature. We'd like to return for a longer stay.

Nice open living home. Location is great for walking to restaurants, beach and waterfalls. The outdoor bathroom and moon deck are big pluses. Make sure to visit Ole Tex Mex restaurant and the nearby waterfalls. Cascadas de Torio was favorite waterfall. It is about a 30 minute walk/hike to get to it.

Very nice stay! the river is close by (3mins walk) and beautiful to relax in hot days. the Beach of Torio is about 10/15minutes walk away. we loved the outdoor shower!

I liked the concept of the house, the location, the garden, very nice! To mention some improvement, it would be better equipment in the kitchen and BBQ.

Me gustó el concepto de la casa, la ubicación, el jardín, muy lindo! De mencionar alguna mejora, sería mejor equipamiento en la cocina y barbacoa.

We loved staying at Amy's beautiful open air home. It had everything we needed and it is in such a beautiful location with gorgeous plants. Her husband met us when we arrived and showed us around and answered all our questions. I will definitely be bringing other visitors here!

The place was felt in the middle of the jungle. Due to the open concept, you were virtually connected to nature. Bugs or other insects were included :). As a result, the house was a very special experience, which we will not forget. In the bedrooms, however, there were mosquito nets everywhere, so the sleep was undisturbed and restful. Especially the outdoor shower was very nice. Thanks to Amy and Ryan for the great and flexible communication and helpful tips.

Die Unterkunft war gefühlter maßen mitten im Dschungel. Durch das offene Konzept war man quasi mit der Natur verbunden. Käfer oder andere Insekten gehörten dazu :). Dadurch war das Haus ein ganz besonders Erlebnis, welches wir nicht vergessen werden. In den Schlafzimmern gab es aber überall Moskitonetze, sodass der Schlaf ungestört und erholsam war. Besonders auch die Außendusche war sehr schön. Vielen Dank an Amy und Ryan für die tolle und flexible Kommunikation und hilfreichen Tipps.

Super the place close to the beach and the river...

Super el lugar cerca de la playa y el río...

Gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra que hayas disfrutado tu estancia. Tomamos nota de tu comentario privado sobre la falta de colchones adicionales. Ten en cuenta que nuestra casa tiene una capacidad máxima de 4 personas. Nos sorprendió el tamaño de tu grupo y esperábamos que los huéspedes adicionales encontraran alojamiento en otro lugar. Gracias por tu comprensión!

My second stay in Casa Hakuna Matata! Amazin

The place is very nice, very clean... the location is accessible in any car, and very central to everything, 10/10

El lugar es muy lindo, muy limpio.. la ubicación es accesible en cualquier auto, y muy céntrico de todo,10/10

We had a very nice time with our family at Ami's. A very nice house. open to the outdoor environment, in a peaceful area. That was great!

Nous avons passé en famille un très bon moment chez Ami. Une très jolie maison. ouverte sur l'environnement extérieur, dan un quartier paisible. C'était top !

We had a lovely stay. The home is very creatively and sustainably belt. You feel like you are in the outdoors, it was clean and well taken care of.

I really enjoyed the stay. The house is beautiful and brings peace with the nature sounds. I recommend it for Torio visits.

I was picked up by the hosts of Santiago and had a very informative ride through a beautiful landscape, for a small extra charge. The Casa was brightly lit for me and I was warmly welcomed by Amy. In the beautiful garden, on a hill in the middle of Torio. I love the open construction, which gives you full nature experience. The bedrooms are very nicely equipped, a quiet lockable retreat. Kitchen and living room are well-equipped, with warm water and basic amenities. Short distances to the river and beach, lots of restaurants with organic food, and a small shop nearby. A beautiful waterfall where I was led by two friendly dogs 😉 was a magical place where I could cool off. A community of colorful and helpful people, very friendly locals and beautiful nature, I will be back again! Thanks Amy and Ryan I felt very comfortable at the Casa! 💚

Ich wurde von den Gastgeber von Santiago abgeholt und hatte eine sehr informative Fahrt durch eine wunderschöne Landschaft, für kleinem Aufpreis. Die Casa hat hell beleuchtet auf mich gewartet und ich wurde von Amy herzlichst willkommen. Im wunderschönem Garten, auf einem Hügel inmitten von Torio. Ich liebe die offene Bauweise, wodurch man hat volles Natur Erlebnis. Die Schlafzimmer sind sehr schön ausgestattet, ein ruhiges abschließbare Rückzugsort. Die Küche und Wohnraum gut ausgestattet, mit warmen Wasser und Grundausstattung. Kurze Wege zum Fluss und Strand, viele Restaurants mit organischen Essen, und ein kleines Geschäft in der Nähe. Ein wunderschönes Wasserfall, wo ich von zwei freundlichen Hunden hingeführt wurde 😉 war ein magisches Ort wo ich mich abkühlen konnte. Eine community von buntem und hilfsbereiten Leuten, sehr freundlichen Einheimischen Bewohnern und wunderschöne Natur, ich werde wieder kommen! Danke Amy und Ryan fühlte ich mich sehr wohl in der Casa! 💚

A beautiful place to rest and reconnect with nature, in addition to several things to do in the area. Highly recommended.

Hermoso lugar para descansar y reconectar con la naturaleza, ademas de varias cosas que hacer en el área. Super recomendado.

Original accommodation completely open to the exterior with beautiful volumes, garden tb. We recommend hiking to the waterfall 👍👍

Logement original completement ouvert sur lexterieur avec beaux volumes, tb jardin. Nous recommandons la randonnee jusqu'a la cascada 👍👍

We had a great time in Torio. I've been to some Airbnb's in a variety of countries, which is my new # 1! The open way construction is absolutely exceptional and a real experience. In addition, both the owner Manuel and the hosts on site are Amy&Ryan totally sweet and helpful. So everything was explained to us about the area and it was nice to exchange ideas. We will definitely be back!

Wir hatten eine großartige Zeit in Torio. Ich war schon in einigen Airbnbs in verschiedensten Ländern - das ist meine neue Nr. 1! Die offene Bauweise ist absolut außergewöhnlich und ein echtes Erlebnis. Zusätzlich sind sowohl der Inhaber Manuel als auch die Hosts vor Ort Amy&Ryan total lieb und hilfsbereit. So wurde uns alles zu der Gegend erklärt und es war schön sich auszutauschen. Wir kommen definitiv wieder!

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