Is 45 Days Enough for Addiction Recovery? Here's What You Need to Know
What does it take to build a place where people come to heal their minds, bodies, and spirits? The answer started with a bold vision—and a little help from Boquete’s most trusted real estate team. When you think of a life-changing recovery retreat, the setting matters as much as the treatment itself. For Serenity Vista, a premier recovery retreat in Boquete, Panama, the journey toward becoming a world-class healing center began long before the first guest ever arrived.
In a recent article by Casa Solution, the full story behind Serenity Vista’s stunning location and heartfelt transformation is brought to life—and we’re honored to share more of that story here.
Founded by John and Jane Derry, Serenity Vista was built with one goal in mind: to create a space for deep, lasting healing from addiction—far from the distractions of everyday life. That meant finding not just a building, but a true sanctuary.
After falling in love with the serene, mountain town of Boquete, John and Jane knew this was the ideal place to bring their vision to life. Boquete’s peaceful energy, lush greenery, and year-round spring-like climate make it a natural match for spiritual and emotional healing.
But finding the right property wasn’t easy.
Turning that vision into a physical reality meant navigating the complexities of buying real estate in Panama—which can be challenging for international buyers. That’s where the team at Casa Solution came in.
Led by Ryan Braasch, Casa Solution helped John and Jane locate the perfect property—one with natural beauty, architectural charm, and the potential to become a restorative retreat center.
From the first showing to the final paperwork, Casa Solution provided expert guidance and peace of mind, allowing the Derrys to focus on what truly mattered: creating a place where lives could be transformed.
“When we saw the property, we just knew it could become something special,” recalls John.
The property that would become Serenity Vista wasn’t ready on day one—it needed vision, work, and love.
What began as a simple house (with an overgrown atrium covered in a tarp) was carefully reimagined into the serene, welcoming space that guests now describe as “life-changing.”
Every element was chosen to support healing—not just for individuals, but for couples and families too.
Beyond the aesthetics, Boquete offers something rare: a true sense of peace.
Guests often arrive feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected. Surrounded by nature—hiking trails, waterfalls, fresh air—many find clarity and inner strength they didn’t know they had. The gentle pace of life here allows for self-reflection and growth.
It’s no surprise that many guests return even after completing their programs—some even bring their families to celebrate milestones of sobriety in the very place their healing began.
Today, Serenity Vista continues to help individuals and families from around the world overcome addiction and reconnect with purpose. But that wouldn’t have been possible without the right space—and the right support to find it.
Casa Solution’s role in helping us secure this sanctuary was more than a transaction—it was a foundational step in what would become a lifelong mission.
We’re deeply grateful for their help, and we invite you to read the full article here to learn more about the journey behind Serenity Vista’s home.
If you or someone you love is seeking a private, holistic recovery retreat in Boquete, Panama, Serenity Vista offers expert care in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Contact us today to learn more.
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