House in Las Terrenas, Samaná

Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool

Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool

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Exterior living room with ocean view
View from the main bedroom
Evening view from the main bedroom
Pool deck
Hammock in front of the main bedroom

Overview of Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool

5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Las Terrenas, Samaná
  • Popular LocationPlaya Ballenas4 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Bonita5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCoson Beach14 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool

The villa Estrella del Mar is our family hideaway and beach front home, our little ocean front piece of heaven with a mind-blowing view of the Playa Bonita Bay and direct access to the beach. The villa is surrounded by 1,700 m2 of private tropical gardens and is located in a quiet residential area.

The house features 4 bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, for a maximum of 9 guests. 3 kingsize bedrooms with and 1 bedroom with 3 single beds. All bedrooms are air-conditioned, equipped with a ceiling fan, mosquito nets and safety box (king bedrooms only). Both rooms at the back of the house have their own private terrace surrounded by a wonderful tropical garden.

The open living area has two sections. The first section consists of the entrance, the living room and the kitchen. This section can be closed and secured by sliding doors. During the day it is typically open and forms a large unit with the second section on the Veranda. The Veranda consists of the dining area, a small and a larger living area and the most popular hammock corner. All of the above is protected by the thatched roof which extends to the entire house. If there is rain or wind, we have a rain and wind protection curtain on the veranda which keeps most of it outside.

The ocean side of the garden is a perfect place to work on your suntan, play frisbee, badminton or soccer. To cool down, the pool with ocean view is integrated in the outdoor living area. Guests like to rock the hammock, read a book and sip a cocktail while overseeing the children play in the pool. And so do we. On the other side of the house, the garden is a colorful dense tropical heaven making the two back-of-the-house verandas a cocooning place to relax.

We won't be in Las Terrenas during your stay, but we will organize everything for you and can assist before and during your stay through whatsapp or phone. We can help with transfers, excursions, car and motorbike rental, grocery shopping for the arrival day, emergencies (hopefully not), etc.

Bina, our wonderful maid and great cook, works Mon to Sat from 8am to 4pm, she cleans the house, prepares breakfast (grocery expenses not included) and washes the linen twice a week. For lunch service an extra charge applies (grocery expenses not included). On Sundays we have another person working half day and preparing breakfast. Bina knows Las Terrenas and all the people we work with perfectly well and can help organising. She only speaks Spanish, but the communication with our guests still works very well. Online translators are helpful. Bina also mixes a couple of devine tropical cocktails like Cuba Libre, Santo Libre, Piña Colada, Caipirinha, Mojito, Daiquiri or Margarita. A private chef can be hired for dinner.

Mimio takes care of the garden for more than 20 years. He is a lovely person and part of the Estrella del Mar family. You will appreciate him for taking care of the pool, cleaning the grill after usage and for skillfully opening coconuts just harvested from the trees for you to enjoy the water and the meat. He also helps in many other ways. Mimio works from Monday to Saturday noon and stays in an independent room next to the house.

Playa Bonita is a quiet and residential area with private homes and small hotels. It's close to the charming and lively village of Las Terrenas where you can find restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, french bakeries and grocery stores. Some nice restaurants are just next door at Playa Bonita as well. You can get to the village by taxi, motorbike-taxi or rent a car, motorbike or 4-wheel quad. The rented vehicles are delivered to the house. We are happy to help with organised excursions such as whale watching (jan-march only) jeep safaris, National Park los Haitises by boat, Coffee and Cacao fields by squad, fishing, diving, etc.




Property manager

Nicole Glur

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only in the garden
We have a strict no illegal drug use policy. The Dominican law is very strict. Unruly behavior will unfortunately result in you being asked to leave.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Las Terrenas

Located on the beach, this villa is in Playa Bonita, a neighbourhood in Las Terrenas. Cayos Las Ballenas and Samana Zipline are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Plaza Rosada Shopping Center and Beach Garden Plaza. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Playa Ballenas - 4 min walk
  • Playa Bonita - 5 min walk
  • Plaza Rosada Shopping Center - 8 min drive
  • Coson Beach - 14 min drive
  • Punta Popy Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Mosquito Art Bar - 12 min drive
  • Mediterrenas - 12 min drive
  • Bar Restaurant Sol y Mar - 17 min drive
  • Cayuco En Bonita - 3 min walk
  • Fusion - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Tropical Villa with Private Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Playa Bonita villa is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Ballenas and Playa Bonita. La Iglesia Beach and Punta Popy Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Joyana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
We had a fantastic stay! The owners were great to work with and helped plan our stay. Bina and Mimio were super helpful and the house, pool and beach were beautiful. Great places to eat and drink are right within walking distance. I recommend having Chef Simon come to the house to cook some evening. That was a great experience with great food. Don't forget to bring bug spray and sunscreen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mireille B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Juste parfait
Ce que l’on voit sur les photos est exactement ce que l’on trouve à l’arrivée. Nicole est une hôtesse exceptionnelle par ses précieux conseils et sa disponibilité hors pair. Plages accessibles pour tous les goûts. Location de quads pour la semaine ( +ou- 50 us par jour ) un must pour se déplacer . Très bon service avec Ovidio Rent a car. Bina et Mimio sont sur place ; discrets et agréables . Endroit très propre et tout fonctionne très bien.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

margie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful villa
We enjoyed everything about our stay and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every box checked off!
Estella Del Mar is a beautiful villa from its location steps away from the water, to it’s impeccable architectural and interior design. We were a group of seven adult world travelers with very high expectations, and from the second we arrived at the front door to the welcoming smile and nurturing warmth of Bina, we felt right at home as she filled our glasses with iced champagne and showed us around the villa. We communicated mostly through google translation and had absolutely no problem in making our needs known. In the weeks prior to our arrival the communication with Nicole was ongoing, as he truly ensured that every need, desire and concern was addressed and fulfilled. Before our arrival Nicole sent me a 16-page brochure (PDF) with detailed information regarding the staff, Wi-Fi, airport transportation, local beaches, restaurants, amenities, shopping, cigar shopping, and literally anything and everything needed to make our stay wonderful. Nicole scheduled massages on the terrace for us that were so tranquil and soothing, some of the best massages we have ever experienced. Nicole referred us to Rancho Playa for horseback riding on the beach and that was one of the highlights of our trip. Most of us had no experience with horses but we soon felt at ease due to detailed guidance and instructions from the owner and the guides, which made our adventure fun and so memorable. Every day after our early morning walks on Playa Bonita beach, Bina greeted us with fresh coffee, expresso and a delicious, bountiful breakfast of fresh fruits, pastries, breads, eggs, bacon and pancakes. Our choices were endless. We also planned for Bina to prepare lunch on a few occasions, and I am telling you, OMG, the fish she cooked was mouthwatering. We only ate at the local restaurants a few times as we preferred to eat Bina’s cooking, although Beluga, the restaurant next door was great and their mojitos were almost as good as Bina’s… almost. To celebrate my birthday, Simon, a local chef prepared lobster and made a beautiful and delicious birthday cake. Mimio, our pleasant grounds keeper, got us fresh coconuts to drink and made sure everything outside was perfect for us and the pool man came almost daily to ensure the beautiful pool stayed sparkling. There is absolutely nothing negative to be said about Villa Estrella Del Mar. We had a 5-star experience and are looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Carine f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un séjour 10 étoiles
Depuis la réservation jusqu’à notre départ, tout fût parfait. Avant le départ, notre hôte, Nicole, répondait à toutes mes questions plutôt nombreuses et a organisé notre arrivée : courses, taxis, réservations de toutes sortes. Nous fûmes accueillis par Bina et Mimio, nos merveilleux gouvernante et jardinier, pour rendre notre séjour encore plus agréable. La maison, totalement conforme au descriptif est admirablement bien placée. En face de la plage agitée pour ceux qui aiment les vagues et le surf mais à 300 mètres de 2 autres plages beaucoup plus tranquilles . Les restaurants tout proches permettent un choix varié pour le dîner même si nous avons préféré les repas à la maison avec le chef Simon qui assurait ce service à la perfection. Merci à Nicole et sa famille de nous avoir permis de partager leur coin de paradis.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Glur

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We are a Swiss Dominican couple with 5 children living in Santo Domingo. My wife and I met in Mexico working for the same hotel chain and moved to Santo Domingo together. We spend as much time as we can in Las Terrenas and love traveling.

Why they chose this property

When we spent our first family vacation in Las Terrenas in 2004, we knew this was our place. We checked many buying options and found our "Estrella del Mar" during Christmas holidays 2005. The owners were Swiss too and coming from the same small Swiss village than my wive's father. This house was meant to be ours.

What makes this property unique

La Estrella del Mar, a beautiful tropical ocean front villa, designed by a French architect, is the perfect family hideaway. The private pool, big terrace, integrated kitchen with ocean view and the waves in front of the house for surfing and boogie boarding are definitely worth a stay. The calm beaches with no waves are only 5 walking minutes away.

The fisherman village Las Terrenas is very different from many Caribbean and Dominican destinations. It existed already long before tourism started in this area of the island. You will find a combination of Dominican happiness, European gastronomy and beautiful nature. Playa Bonita is just next to the village but very quiet and residential. You have great waves for surfers in the center of the bay and no waves walking 5 minutes to the right or to the left. You can take long beach walks to Coson (next beach) where you find some very nice restaurants.

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