Eco-friendly 4BR home near Panama’s cloud forest offers stunning forest views, an infinity pool, rivers, and wildlife, perfect for nature lovers seeking a peaceful, immersive retreat.
The Space
This modern, eco-friendly house is thoughtfully designed to blend harmoniously with nature. It offers a peaceful retreat and serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area, located near a cloud forest national park in a beautiful region of Panama. The property spans 17 acres of forest and includes rivers suitable for swimming.
The spacious home accommodates up to 12 guests across four bedrooms, each featuring a private terrace. At the heart of the house is an infinity saltwater swimming pool that overlooks the forest, equipped with floodlights for evening relaxation. The property borders a river with secluded swimming spots, deep pools, and small waterfalls, providing a tranquil environment free from crowds.
Inside, there is a large open kitchen, a barbecue area, and a fire pit for enjoying meals outdoors. The property also has chickens that provide fresh eggs and friendly dogs for company.
The house benefits from natural energy, enhanced by the flowing river, gentle breezes, sunrises, and starry nights, offering a pure eco-therapy experience.
Location
Situated just three hours from Panama City, the house is nestled in a forest reserve within the mountains. It overlooks stunning landscapes with the soothing sound of nearby rivers. The area is rich in natural beauty and wildlife, making it ideal for nature lovers.
Bedrooms and Guest Access
- Master bedroom: 36 square meters with an ensuite bathroom and a private covered terrace.
- Second bedroom: Two double beds.
- Third bedroom: Three single beds; shares a bathroom with the second bedroom. Both have doors opening directly to the surrounding forest.
- Fourth bedroom: One double bed and a sofa bed, located on a corner with views of the pool and mountains; has an adjacent bathroom.
The house includes a gas water heater to provide hot showers.
Amenities and Features
- Infinity saltwater swimming pool with floodlights
- Large open kitchen
- Barbecue area
- Fire pit
- Fresh eggs from on-site chickens
- Friendly dogs on the property
- Natural ventilation—no air conditioning, designed to maximize airflow
- Constructed using materials from historic U.S. military bases in Panama City
Activities and Experiences
Guests can use the house as a base to explore this lesser-known part of Panama. The host can assist in organizing itineraries ranging from one to ten days, including:
- Hiking in the cloud forest and to waterfalls
- Agro-tourism experiences
- Ecological tours
- Artisanal coffee production visits
- White water rafting
- Meals prepared by a renowned local eco-chef
The property has also hosted retreats focused on yoga, cooking, kids’ camps, and family reunions. It is well suited for families and groups of friends seeking a relaxing getaway.
Additional Notes
As the house is located within a forest reserve, wildlife is common, and occasional visits from creatures such as bats may occur. This property is ideal for those who appreciate and enjoy being immersed in nature.
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Recent Reviews
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Nicole
2 years ago
We loved our stay at Vistas Cope! The location was beautiful- definitely out of the way, but that added to the charm. Priscilla was responsive and helpful, as was Miguel, the on-site caretaker. The surrounding area is also fantastic-- we loved our hike in Omar Torrijas NP with Macedonio! The dogs, Daisy and Bobby, were also such a joy to be around. Would recommend to anyone looking for an off the beaten track getaway!
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Priscilla
2 years ago
My husband and I enjoyed this peaceful paradise! The home is a work of art and the views are breathtaking.
5
Claudelle
2 years ago
Priscilla's place truly is an oasis, offering the perfect retreat to disconnect and immerse yourself in nature. The house is spacious, comfortably accommodating a large family or a group of friends. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, the property is just a few minutes away from the breathtaking Omar Torrijos National Park, where endless waterfalls await your discovery. This stay is a must for those looking to enjoy tranquility and the great outdoors.
5
Ottoniel
2 years ago
Una casa muy acogedora, la pasamos muy bien.
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Tamara
2 years ago
Traveling with 4 adults and 4 kids, we were excited to stay at Vistas Cope. Everything about our stay in El Cope exceeded our expectations. The house is set up beautifully and is located in a fantastic location for exploring. Miguel, the caretaker, was very friendly, helpful and available when needed. Priscilla was an amazing host and was available for questions and recommendations before and during our trip. The view is unbeatable and the location is perfect for those wanting to hike or relax. Priscilla connected us with an amazing guide (Samuel) for a few hikes. If you plan to hike El Avion to the plane, a guide is a must and Samuel was fantastic. Explore the grounds to the river, there is so much to see and do on the property. The kids had a blast. This house is perfect for those who are seeking adventure, peace and quiet and for those who are nature lovers. We truly enjoyed our stay and didn't want to leave! Thank you Priscilla and Miguel.
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Maureen
2 years ago
We spent four extremely relaxing days at Priscilla’s nature retreat. Enjoyed the pool and swims in the river. It was such a treat to get off the beaten path!
5
Hannah
2 years ago
Utterly stunning location, we were quite overwhelmed by the house and scenery. I can not stress how beautiful Priscilla’s home is. Everything you might needs is provided for. Priscilla is an excellent host. She gave us all the information we needed to find the house and there’s also lots of info once you arrive on what to see and do. Definitely one of the best homes we have stayed in. If you are looking to escape the hullabaloo of life, there is no better place. We can’t wait to come back. Thank you Priscilla.
5
Evgenia
2 years ago
I've been meaning to stay at this place for a few years now, so happy that we could finally make it. Lovely breeze coming through the house, which was very welcome as we had some unusually hot few days. Miguel the caretaker was helpful and friendly and the views of course were incredible. We were unlucky to have a power outage just as we arrived, so it would be handy to have some extra tealights especially as we were in the middle of cooking dinner and had just arrived, but it can happen and added to the off the grid feeling. We were also grateful to have an extra crib to use in the living area and a mini baby chair for meals. We particularly enjoyed the pintao hat and coffee making workshop in a nearby community although the adjoining hike to el tigrero was a little longer and harder than expected (with a baby and older person). All in all, a memorable stay, thanks for having us!
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Aimee
2 years ago
This is our second time staying at Vistas Cope. It's as beautiful as the last. Miguel the caretaker is so friendly, and Priscilla the host was lovely as always. We feel right at home in their space.! The view is unbeatable and the location is perfect for those wanting to hike off into Parque Nacional General Omar Torrijos (4x4 required). The best feature of this house is the view & the river. Explore the grounds you'll be pleasantly surprised at what can be found on the property. This house is perfect for those who are seeking adventure, peace and quiet and for those who are nature lovers. Mornings were spent drinking coffee and listening to the nearby Toucans. Didn't see any this time but they were definitely there.
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Burkhard
2 years ago
This is a special place surrounded by nature with great privacy. Playground for nature lovers. One of our group is a Zonian and could appreciate the inclusion of of metal and wood salvaged from the former US military bases/buildings. The architecture is intriguing and form/function as well as eco-friendly. Going to the onsite rivers is an added bonus and swimming in river or house pool a definite plus. Hope to be back whenever need more relaxation!
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