Since The 1970s
Our story
A legacy of Galapagos hospitality, built lavarock by lavarock.
A House With A Past
The story of Jean's Home
Our guest house was named in memory of Jean Blaha, an American from New York who settled on the Galapagos Islands in the early 70s. Jean built the original house with her own hands, lavarock by lavarock.
Throughout the years, the settlers on Punta Estrada have helped each other in times of need. As Jean had no family on the islands, she left her house and land to Gundi Schreyer, a neighbor and friend who was born on the islands.
Gundi's parents came to the Galapagos in 1951 after the war in Germany. She grew up to become one of the first naturalist guides on the islands and continues to share her deep knowledge and love for the Galapagos with every guest.
Through The Years
Our timeline
The Schreyers arrive
Gundi's parents arrive in the Galapagos from Germany, becoming one of the first settler families.
Jean builds her home
Jean Blaha, an American from New York, builds the original house on Punta Estrada, lavarock by lavarock.
A legacy passed on
Jean leaves her beloved house to Gundi Schreyer, her neighbor and friend born on the islands.
Continuing the tradition
Gundi, one of the first naturalist guides, welcomes guests and shares stories of early island life.
The Next Chapter
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