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5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI

Beachfront apartment near Playa Ballenas

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Outdoor dining
On the beach, beach towels
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Las Terrenas, Samana
  • Place, La Iglesia Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Ballenas
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Haitian Caraibes Art Gallery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Las Terrenas

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Las Terrenas apartment, you'll find Playa Ballenas and La Iglesia Beach. Cayos Las Ballenas and Beach Garden Plaza are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • La Iglesia Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Playa Ballenas - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cayos Las Ballenas - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Beach Garden Plaza - 7 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Haitian Caraibes Art Gallery - 9 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Azul Pizzería Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Lugar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Mosquito Art Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Eden Beach Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Etno Beach Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI

BIENVENIDO AL PARAÍSO
PH con vista al mar en Villa Ribera Mar – Las Terrenas, República Dominicana

Abre todos tus sentidos y déjate envolver por la belleza de este moderno penthouse caribeño con vistas espectaculares al mar. Ubicado en la exclusiva residencia privada Bonita Village, con seguridad 24/7, a solo 60 metros de Playa Las Ballenas, una de las más hermosas del Caribe, y a 5 minutos del vibrante Pueblo de los Pescadores, donde te esperan los mejores restaurantes, bares y discotecas de Las Terrenas.

NATURALEZA + ELEGANCIA
Bonita Village se sitúa al final de Playa Las Ballenas, rodeado de un exuberante jardín tropical, una piscina frente al mar de 32 metros, vistas panorámicas a las montañas y un encantador río natural que desemboca justo frente al residencial. Un entorno diseñado para relajarte y reconectar.

UN ESPACIO PARA DISFRUTAR CON TODOS LOS SENTIDOS
Con 170 m² de interiores cuidadosamente diseñados y decorados con mármol italiano, madera de roble y acabados de lujo, este penthouse ofrece una atmósfera cálida, romántica y muy acogedora.

Imagina una tarde soleada o un atardecer caribeño con una copa de vino o una cerveza Presidente, música isleña, frutas frescas… todo desde tu terraza con vista al mar, equipada con jacuzzi privado, zona de picnic y BBQ.

SERVICIOS DE HOTEL 5 ESTRELLAS EN TU ESPACIO PRIVADO
Disfruta de todas las comodidades de un hotel de lujo, pero con la privacidad de tu propio apartamento. Incluye:

Limpieza diaria

Conserjería personalizada: compras, reservas, excursiones, flores, velas, equipaje... ¡lo que necesites!

Seguridad 24/7

Chef privado disponible (US$45 por comida – menú especial del chef, no incluye ingredientes)

DISTRIBUCIÓN & COMODIDADES
2 HABITACIONES
Principal: Cama King, sofá, baño privado y walk-in closet

Secundaria: 2 camas Queen, baño privado y walk-in closet

SALA
Sofás rattan de 3 plazas, butacas, mesa de centro elegante, abanico de techo, equipo de sonido y ventanales de cristal con vistas a las montañas, jardines y al océano

Aire acondicionado central disponible en sala (US$20 por día, bajo solicitud). Aire en las habitaciones incluido sin costo extra.

COMEDOR
Mesa para 8 personas en granito de piedra de río bajo lámpara colgante — ideal para cenas inolvidables

COCINA
Estilo gourmet con despensa, equipada con estufa, horno, microondas, nevera, licuadora, tostadora

Servicio de Chef disponible (US$45 por comida – menú exclusivo)

ÁREAS COMUNES
Piscina de 32 metros con vista directa al mar

Acceso privado a Playa Las Ballenas

Jardines tropicales y áreas verdes preservadas

ACCESO & SERVICIOS ADICIONALES
Estacionamiento privado

Área de lavado con lavadora y tendedero

Transporte disponible desde/ hacia Aeropuerto El Catey (25 min) o Santo Domingo (2h por autopista nueva)

VIVE LO MEJOR DE DOS MUNDOS
Este PH está estratégicamente ubicado para ofrecerte lo mejor de Las Terrenas: la tranquilidad de una zona privada frente al mar y la cercanía al corazón gastronómico y social del pueblo. El diseño moderno y elegante de Villa Ribera Mar, junto a su privilegiada ubicación al final de Playa Las Ballenas, garantiza paz, privacidad y una experiencia tipo hotel boutique… pero con el espacio y libertad de tu hogar caribeño.

Reserva hoy y despierta cada mañana con la brisa del mar y vistas inolvidables.
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WELCOME TO PARADISE
Ocean View Penthouse at Villa Ribera Mar – Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic

Open all your senses and let yourself be captivated by the beauty of this modern Caribbean penthouse with spectacular sea views. Located in the exclusive private residence of Bonita Village, with 24/7 security, just 60 meters from Playa Las Ballenas — one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean — and only 5 minutes from the vibrant Fisherman’s Village, where the best restaurants, bars, and clubs in Las Terrenas await.

NATURE + ELEGANCE
Bonita Village is located at the very end of Playa Las Ballenas, surrounded by lush tropical gardens, a 105-ft (32-meter) oceanfront pool, panoramic mountain views, and a charming natural river that flows directly to the beach. A setting designed for pure relaxation and reconnection with nature.

A SPACE TO ENJOY WITH ALL YOUR SENSES
With 1,830 ft² (170 m²) of thoughtfully designed interiors featuring Italian marble, oak wood, and luxury finishes, this penthouse offers a warm, romantic, and very inviting atmosphere.

Picture a sunny afternoon or a Caribbean sunset with a glass of wine or a cold Presidente beer, some island music, fresh tropical fruit... all from your private ocean-view terrace with Jacuzzi, picnic area, and BBQ grill.

5-STAR HOTEL SERVICES IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE SPACE
Enjoy all the perks of a luxury hotel with the comfort and privacy of your own apartment. Includes:

Daily cleaning

Personalized concierge: grocery shopping, reservations, excursions, flowers, candles, luggage assistance… whatever you need

24/7 security

Private chef available (US$45 per meal – chef's exclusive menu, groceries not included)

LAYOUT & AMENITIES

2 BEDROOMS

Master: King bed, sofa, private bathroom, and walk-in closet

Guest: 2 Queen beds, private bathroom, and walk-in closet

LIVING ROOM
Rattan 3-seat sofas, armchairs, elegant center table, ceiling fan, sound system, and large glass windows with views of the mountains, gardens, and ocean.

Central air conditioning in the living area is available for US$20/day upon request.
A/C in the bedrooms is included at no extra charge.

DINING AREA
A river-stone granite table for 8 under a pendant light — perfect for unforgettable dinners.

KITCHEN
Gourmet-style with pantry, equipped with stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, blender, toaster.

Private chef service available (US$45 per meal – exclusive menu).

COMMON AREAS

105-ft beachfront pool

Private access to Playa Las Ballenas

Preserved green areas and tropical gardens

ACCESS & ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Private parking

Laundry area with washer and drying rack

Transportation available from/to El Catey Airport (25 min) or Santo Domingo (2h via new highway)

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
This penthouse is perfectly located to give you the best of Las Terrenas: the peacefulness of a private beachfront setting, and the proximity to the town’s social and culinary heart. The modern, elegant design of Villa Ribera Mar — along with its prime location at the quiet end of Playa Las Ballenas — offers peace, privacy, and a boutique-hotel experience… with all the space and freedom of your own Caribbean home.

Book today and wake up every morning to the ocean breeze and unforgettable views.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI to the airport?

This apartment is 17 mi (39-min drive) away from the Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is 5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI to downtown Las Terrenas?

This apartment is 1.7 mi away from Las Terrenas.

5 star BEACHVIEW PH W/ ROOFTOP TERRACE &JACUZZI Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Beautiful place. Great location and Alondra and Lourdes were incredible. 2nd I have stayed here and will back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

We are dreaming of returning here again soon!

After a vacation last winter in the lovely, freezing Montreal, we, our two sons, 16 and 23 opted for something warmer, which led us to look at the Dominican Republic, specifically the Samana Peninsula, for this years winter get away. A little bit of goggling led me to find Las Terrenas, an old fishing village -- with beautiful beaches, that retains its local culture and charm with so many delicious dining choices and adventurous outdoor activities. On HomeAway, the photos and description for this clean, contemporary, well appointed, quiet 2 bedroom PH villa with private deck/Jacuzzi are exactly what you get and gives you so much more. Once we reserved with Emma, who communicated with us promptly, she answered every question we had, gave us suggestions on travel, local information in and around Las Terrenas, plus the many options that come with the rental, Emma was so supportive and thoughtful, she made us feel so well taken care of right up to the very day of our trip. Stephany, is the villa’s cheerful and generously kind concierge/hostess - she was very forthcoming and helpful in getting any and all of our vacation needs set up. The travel from NYC is relatively easy with a short, nonstop flight from JFK to SDQ plus a 2-hour ride up past rice farms, small villages and over the mountains to the villa. TIP: While we had reserved a rental car, once we arrived at SDQ, we discovered that there were NONE to be had anywhere. Luckily, we were able to secure a taxi at the airport to bring us to Ribera Mar. In hindsight, I should have asked Stephany to get a car to pick us up instead, which would have been less stressful. The cost for the taxi ride is 190 US (9,500 pesos - at 50 pesos to 1 US$) each way, plus a 10% tip (the general amount suggested) that is always appreciated. TIP: the banks in DR only allow a daily withdrawal of $200 US (10,000 pesos), only the Scotia bank (one is at the markets: Super Pola, other at Super Linda) allows you to draw out more funds. We had $1500 USD with us, which was not enough since credit cards are only accepted at some restaurants. Having now been here, I would totally suggest bringing the full amount of US dollars to cover your trip. The unit has a very secure safe, the Bonita Village is fully gated with guards and completely safe. FYI it is easy to exchange US dollars in town, but honestly, everyone accepts US cash. We were happy to discover that while called a ‘resort town’, Las Terrenas itself is low key, quiet,
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a beautiful apartment with even better staff. Thank you Maria, Dani, and Guirito!

No doubt we’ll be returning for a third time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vishal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in the Dominican Republic

Great property and friendly people. Everything was as advertised. A few minutes from a family friendly beach. The people working there (house keeping, private chefs, office manager) were all so welcoming. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Lovely but remote

Pretty and clean apartment. Comfortable but low to floor bed, room darkening shades in bedroom. Small but nice bathrooms. Hair dryer and clean towels provided. Beach towels provided. Washer but no dryer. Recommend renting a golf cart because very far from everything. Otherwise, you must call for a taxi. Worth upgrading to central air conditioning. They do provide bellhop and daily maid service. The kitchen is well-equipped. Very nice and convenient to use the chef service. Little to zero shade by the pool. No drink or food services on site other than in-unit chef services. Lots of concrete stairs and a steep hill. This property is not mobility-friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall nice experience

Nice location, clean property. Bathrooms are very small and have a poor design. Listing needs to be clarified: Chef breakfast is included, but they charge you cash for the groceries and only give you 2 options (Dominican or American breakfast)— great for a couple days, but if you are staying longer like we did, then more options would be helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 stars +++

Just spectacular, both in terms of location & overall accommodations. While we did not take advantage of all the services that were offered, we found Lourdes place to be spot on as described and staff very attentive to our requests. This place will NOT disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Island Honeymoon

My wife and I were here for our honeymoon after a destination wedding in Colorado in August. This was our second time visiting Las Terrenas and it won’t be our last. The penthouse was beautiful! We loved the design and attention to detail! The view is amazing and the ocean breezes were fantastic with the sliding glass windows all opened up. Some guests in other units had some crazy loud music outside for a few nights but as long as you like island music it was ok and couldn’t really hear from the bedroom. The chef was great for dinner our first night and the breakfasts were delicious each morning. I’m sure additional evening meals would’ve been just as delicious but we enjoy exploring the local cuisine and meeting the people. Some of our favorites are Ilnido, Portos, and the new Italian place down near center of town that Maria recommended. The beach right down from the condo is amazing and as good or better than any of the other beaches we visited with our quad while we were there. Maria and the rest of the staff took wonderful care of us while we were there. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

We had a little bit of trouble finding the property as we were driving. Google map apartamento Bonita village is absolutely key info to know…the private chef and his staff is absolutely luxurious necessity! So good! We found the food outside of the chef experience not very good anywhere else. The condo is in a perfect location on what we found to be one of the best beaches after exploring the peninsula quite a bit. The pool and grounds are very well kept. The hot tub got very hot which was awesome. Had some issues with showers but they did get fixed. Overall I believe it was one of the best VRBO places I’ve stayed in the world. The beaches are just stunning and the people friendly. The condo was as close to perfection as one can get and a perfect place to relax after adventuring out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation Overdue

My husband and I had a wonderful time. The concierge Maria, the manager of the cleaning staff Teresa, the cleaning staff Plácida, Carolina, and the lovely gentleman who cleaned the jacuzzi everyday were outstanding. Thereafter, nothing else is worth mentioning.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place and staff

This property is absolutely beautiful and I can’t wait to come back. Maria and Lourdes were extremely helpful
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elba H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectations

We had the most amazing time, the views were even better than the pictures, the staff was accommodating throughout our stay. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HA-6QTLDG R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We were at this property for 3 weeks and loved it. We would consider going back to the same property. The attention to detail is incredible.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A slice of Heaven for the Holidays!

Heaven! The photos are accurate, what is hard to feel is just how open, bright and spacious this unit is. This was our second winter break stay in this fabulous penthouse, to our delight, it was just as wonderful as our first year there (reviewed Dec 2018. Learning from last year’s mistake of relying on obtaining our reserved rental car, we asked Betania to order a taxi to pick us up at the airport. Once in Las Terrenas, we couldn’t wait to get into the apartment, open all those fabulous ceiling to floor windows and let the warm breezes waft in while we enjoyed the incredible view. Knowing how delicious the dinners and breakfasts Chef Danny and Lenny prepared, we booked them for the entire 9 days and even got to look forward to having our favorite 1 or 2 dishes a second time. Danny will get any additional food or drink items you request, which, if you are not shopping, is a great time saver. Having breakfast with a variety of fresh cut fruit prepared every morning was such a treat, no doing dishes either! We also decided to eliminate the stress of the previous year, getting cash from the local ATMs and brought enough US$ and Dominican pesos for the entire vacation. With three laptops, the WIFI worked fine, though we did have to reboot it once in a while. The AC in the bedrooms is key for night sleeping, during the day we needed nothing. We enjoyed renting the units ATV’s (thank you Betania) to visit the different beaches, do quick food shopping in town or just discover the local neighborhood area. We enjoyed the upstairs hot tub late in the afternoon before dinner, the quiet peace of the waves in the distance as the sun set, leaving such beautiful colors in the sky. We did reserve our chaises with Leo at Sol y Mar (great pina coladas) the days we stayed on Las Ballenas beach. It was fun making friends with the three adorable dogs that live in the area. The water was an even 84 degrees every day. For New Year’s our 18 and 24-year-old went off to town to meet friends they made on the beach. My hubby and I picked one of the beach bars ordered a crisp mojito and sat on the beach as bonfire started and local fireworks bloomed just over our heads, just as beautiful as any NYC firework display! Having visited Los Haitises, horseback rode to the El Limon waterfalls (don’t walk!), and ATV’d the back areas of Las Terrenas (all with Henry at Peninsula Tours), this year we enjoyed the Catamaran/snorkeling/Cayo Levantado trip with Flora Tours. Check out with
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Condo in las Terrenas

We returned to this condo after a year hiatus. The property is extremely well cared for and furnishings up to date. It’s a 5 minute walk to the quiet end of the beach which is tranquil enough to swim in most of the time and another 10 to the beach bar section. Betania the local concierge was both attentive and responsive to our questions and needs. Danny, the private chef, is highly skilled and his menu items feature local fresh ingredients. Combined with the stunning beach view, this was a wonderful 10 days in the DR.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

liza v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and property

The penthouse and location were absolutely amazing. Pros: The Chef service: Danny and Leny were outstanding! He was more of an onsite manager for us as he contacted the staff when they forgot to replenish toilet paper, towels, trash bags, and checkout list. The food was delicious and I would certainly recommend anyone staying here get this service. The villa is spacious and very comfortable. The view from the top floor is amazing!! We got massages up there and it was perfect! Check out was easy; we just paid for "extras" and left. No one from property mgt was there during check out. Tony was great at fixing what needed to be done and Franco also great with bags and hot tub maintenance. The place is very secure and have a great pool on site. The closeness to the beach was also a plus. Cons: We were surprised by the extra $20/day for air-conditioning in the living area but we needed it during the time as it was very hot and humid . I missed it online and it was not mentioned during check in. We had noisy neighbors and had to contact the concierge twice which proved to be difficult at times since the wi-fi was not consistent and we communicated through WhatsApp. Cleaning crew forgot to replenish some essentials even though we were the only customers at times but did a great job keeping the place spotless. Overall its a great villa in a great location. I would recommend renting a car; the drive is on a good road but get pesos since there are tolls. If you don't have a car, a taxi ride to the supermarket will cost you $20USD. Las Terrenas is a beautiful town and I can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Corby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June in Paradise

The property was just as advertised. Very clean and nice accommodations. It is located in a gated community with security checking all people coming in. Very safe. We were met by a bell person to show us where to park and he took all our bags up to the pentohouse. Oscar met us and welcomed us and answered any questions we had. The cooks Danny and Lenny were great. We asked for a traditional Dominican meal when we arrived and they delivered! Danny cooked breakfast each morning and it was delicious. The rooms were beautiful, clean and comfortable. The views were awesome. From the kitchen table you can just see the beach and ocean in clear view. The windows open up all around the living area and kitchen which was awesome. The top deck had spectacular views with hot tub and bbq and patio furniture. I would give overall 5 stars but the hot tub wouldn’t heat up for 2 days of our stay. So that was kind of sad as we’d hoped to use it more in the evenings to relax. Overall our experience was great, the communication was done well and we would return. Btw, this area end of May /early June was not crowded at all. We maybe saw 20 other people on the beach. We rented scooters for 2 days and cruises around. Many great restaurants right on the paved road (Diego’s was great for authentic wood fired pizza and calzones).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Incredible. Cannot wait to return!

Las Terrenas is an old fishing village that retains its local culture, charm with many great dining and outdoor activities. The description for this clean, contemporary, quiet 2 bedroom PH villa with deck/Jacuzzi was more stunning than we expected. Emma, who communicated with us promptly, answered every question, gave us suggestions on local travel and information in and around Las Terrenas. Stephany, the villa’s cheerful and thoughtful concierge/hostess made us feel well taken care of from the beginning. We reserved a rental car, in SDQ, once there we discovered that there were NONE to be had. We were able to secure a taxi but in hindsight, I should have asked Stephany to get a car to pick us up instead, which would have been less stressful. The 2 hour taxi ride is 190 US plus a 10% tip that is always appreciated. Banks in DR allow a daily withdrawal of $200 US, only the Scotia bank at Super Pola or Super Linda, allow you to draw out more cash. Having now been here, I suggest bringing the full amount of US dollars to cover your trip. The unit has a very secure safe, Bonita Village is fully gated with guards. It is easy to exchange US dollars in town but everyone accepts US cash. Stephany made sure we had everything we needed once we were checked in, staying in touch with Whatsapp. The unit has a water cooler/heater, all that's needed are bottles of water for your day needs and ice. The kitchen is fully stocked if you want to cook. Chef Danny and Lenny cooked our first dinner of fresh red snapper in a coconut sauce. After that, we asked them to cook for us every night. For $35 + ingredients, the portions are a nice size, we often had leftovers for our lunch the next day. We loved the squid calamari, grilled lobster, seafood kebab and the chicken with mushrooms. Chef Lenny made a delicious chocolate fondant anytime and our 16 year old asked for it every night. The bedrooms have AC, ceiling fans and the beds are comfy. Soaps, conditioners, shampoos in the bathrooms are replaced daily. Nothing I say can describe the view! Opening all the windows and doors, brings in the most incredible breezes. I still miss the incredible light and open feeling of the villa. The upstairs deck is a gift, eating breakfast in the am and at the end of the day, relaxing on the lounges or sitting in the delicious hot tub. We voted this best vacation, it was so very hard to leave such a paradise. Thank you Emma, Stephany, Chef Danny and Lenny and staff! See you again soon,
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10/10 Excellent

natalie R.

Fantastic place to stay!

We traveled from Seattle, WA to this beautiful place. The journey was long, but well worth it. From the start, communications with Emma were very clear and well executed. She helped book your taxi service from the airport to the Penthouse. Trying to get it scheduled on my own was not so easy. I'm so happy she could help us with the logistics to get here, to and from the airport in Santo Domingo! It is a 2.5 hour car drive from the airport. Emma was available to answer our questions along the way from booking to preparing for our arrival. Upon arrival, Stephany took over and provided continuous service to help make our stay as pleasant as possible. She greeted us upon our arrival and was available daily for questions, suggestions, booking excursions or scheduling Danny, the wonderful Chef that was available to us for the duration of our visit. To have such great service available to you for a very reasonable cost was worth every penny. Danny would procure the groceries for you and come and cook what you requested. You only needed to pay for the cost of the groceries and the added cost for Danny to cook your meal, anything outside of cooking breakfast was extra. The cost to hire Danny was an additional $35usd. He and Lenny were FANTASTIC! The best way to get around is either by bicylce (which they have available) or to rent a scooter or ATV. Understand the roads before you decide to drive yourself. Otherwise, the next best means of transportation are the Motorbike Taxi's, guys on motorcycles. From the Condo to the town, the cost is $2usd. Dom. Pesos are best to use, as some of the locals don't know the exchange rate and think you are not paying them enough. For the beach seating, you can either pay for a chair, or if it's connected to a beach hut bar, just ordering drinks provides you chairs for free. The locals are friendly and helpful. Restaurants in town were wonderful. Food and atmosphere is great. I highly recommend anyone considering vacationing here to book this location and this Penthouse. It was a wonderful trip, great memories made and we look forward to our visit again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

leila v.

Appartement magnifique et vue époustouflante

L'appartement est magnifique avec une vue incroyable entre mer et forêt luxuriante! l'appartement est spacieux et la décoration soignée. Personnel très gentil !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Srinivas V.

Simply amazing...

Las Terrenas itself is a very unique place- a fishing village situated on the Atlantic where many tourists and citizens alike get around on ATV's, mopeds, and other 4 wheelers. Numerous small restaurants along the beach will serve you drinks and snacks but also just a short drive into town for a true Dominican, Italian, French dinner and many other cuisines. I can see this destination getting more and more popular every year. This property however is something else... a great view of the beach with large retractable windows to allow a cross breeze during the day. A fully stocked kitchen if you're one who likes to prepare your meals on vacation, otherwise plenty of space for your chef for hire to make his delicious meals (Chef Danny specifically who cooked us every breakfast and several dinners- every one of those meals fantastic). When you want to explore, Stephanie, your concierge, will arrange a tour (we used Flora tours for everything, another great company) or two or even recommend restaurants or beaches and arrange the taxi ride for you. Really felt we were treated like VIP's by those two as well as the rest of the staff. The air conditioned bedrooms here are well appointed with roomy showers and very comfortable beds and the jacuzzi on the top floor worked perfect for us after a long day and Wi Fi was more than adequate for streaming. All in all a great location, property and most of all customer service. Will stay here again when we get the chance!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Wonderful

We had a wonderful stay at Ribera Mar. The unit is as beautiful as the pictures, and everyone was very welcoming. Emma was great with answers to all of our pre-arrival questions. Danny cooked for us twice, and he makes enough food for at least two meals. He's also a super nice guy. Stephanie was terrific, as she really tries to make your vacation trouble-free and memorable. The location is really nice, with an easy walk to the nearest beach and a very convenient pool option. The food and drink at the nearest food spot, Sol y Mar, far exceeded our expectations. For adventures further up the beach the two-person ATVs were a lot of fun . For slightly longer trips (town or Playa Bonita for surfing lessons!) Stephanie was able to have a taxi at our door within minutes of our request. Special thanks to our most frequent driver, Guirito, for his friendship and his willingness to talk all things baseball. None of us wanted to come home. Thanks to all.
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10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Beautiful property, exactly as advertised!

beautiful, well-appointed condo. Playa Ballenas was about a two-minute walk and was pleasantly uncrowded with nice sand, warm water, and food and drink service from the small cafe across the road - ideal. Everything worked as expected - kitchen was well-equipped, A/C in th bedrooms worked great, bathrooms and bedrooms were very nice. Did a good amount of cooking (didn’t try the “House chef”) and had everything we needed. Stephanie, Tony and Franco were all very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Pure paradise - a must for your bucket list!

Absolutely loved it! We spent 7 glorious days in this gorgeous property's luxury penthouse with every amenity you could possibly need at your fingertips. The penthouse is clean, well maintained and beautifully decorated with stunning views of the ocean. The view from the villa and the roof top with a private hot tub is one of the most beautiful that we have ever seen. And Stephany the coordinator was absolutely amazing! She is friendly, helpful, knows the area well and offers up great tips on places to eat (La Thalassa and Pizzeria Italiano de Diego were favourites) and things to do. Stephany truly made our holiday very memorable and unique. Gracias!
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

WE ARE GOING BACK!!!!!!

Let me start by saying thank you to all the people that make our stay unforgettable and always leaving us with the desire of going back. Emma, always try to accommodate me with the availability and keeping a constant communication. Stephanie, always available for whatever we need and making sure we spent a pleasant vacation. Franco, is very attentive and always available if you need him and never upset or angry, always smiling. Maribel and the maintenance crew always making sure that our place is spotless. We always have clean towels, never run out of drinking water, toilet paper or hand/dishwasher soap. Pool always clean and whenever it had tree leaves, Franco will bring the nest and clean it. They have ATV’s available for rent, which is very convenient if have to go out to the town and you don’t want to drive your rental vehicle as the streets are a little narrow in certain areas and that's where the ATV’s comes handy. We use the chef in our first trip to Ribera Mar and it was outstanding, but we decided to go to the supermercado Pola and buy groceries instead. You should to go to Las Palmeras Restaurante and ask for Rene (Owner), to make the story short this was our second time in Ribera Mar and we ate everyday in Las Palmeras, because we were treated like family and food is delicious. Tell Rene that Carlos send you and that you want to try the “CHUPITOS” and the “CHILLO AL COCO” you will not be disappointed. Don’t get me wrong the cost of the chef is not bad, because he/she will cook 3 meals for you for a reasonable price, except you have to buy the food he will cook for you. You should book a ZipLine adventure and you will not regret it. Security is paramount to me and my family, and Bonita Village is a very secure place. There are armed security guards all around the perimeter of the village from the main gate to the community pool. We felt very secure in the village. Keep in mind that if security guard doesn’t have your name or your visitors on his list, you are not getting inside the village. To conclude, I would like to see privacy glass and window screen in all the bathrooms, because we stayed on the Duplex and the Penthouse and there was none. Also, update some cooking equipment such as pans, coffee maker and utensils. Maybe a washer and dryer, instead of washer only. Add the TV that was on the Penthouse living room, like it was the first time. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR, JUST BOOK YOUR VACATION!!!!!!!!