Situated on an old cattle ranch on the verdant shore of Laguna Bocatorito, this newer lodge is a self-styled "Caribbean Dude Ranch," and the only lodge to offer horseback riding among other unique activities. The cabins are spacious and fresh, in pastel-colored hues and decorated with local art, and they come with feather-soft beds. Each room has a deck that overlooks the bay, and comes with a wide hammock; one cabin has a full kitchen. The main building is an open-air, thatched-roof structure used as a dining room and lounge. Another perk here is this lodge's proximity to the bay and the option to paddle out on a kayak and see bottlenose dolphins -- this plus horseback rides make the lodge a kid-pleasing place to stay. (Kids under 10 stay free, too.) Much of the neighboring land is pockmarked with areas of deforestation; however, the owners are letting the area revert to forest, and encouraging their neighbors to do so as well. On a half-day horseback ride, guests will still be able to lope through thick secondary jungle. Rates include breakfast, round-trip transportation from Bocas, and use of kayaks.
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; horseback riding tours and lessons; kayaks; tour desk
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