Location: Cabarete, Dominican Republic, Caribbean View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Villa
For a vacation on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, the location of our villa is unbeatable. Less than 20 minutes by car from the international airport in Puerto Plata, our villa resides in the lush area of Vista Del Caribe (near Cabarete), a hillside neighborhood full of dramatic ocean views.
The closest beach is Encuentro Beach, perhaps the best SURFING beach in all of the Caribbean. Between our villa and the beach - less than five minutes on foot - there is nothing except ocean views and open fields full of palm trees and free-roaming horses.
If you decide you want to take a break from the tranquil privacy of our villa and find some action, the town of Cabarete is less than five minutes away by car. If you are not familiar with Cabarete, it is a beach town (with no high rise buildings) full of great entertainment: excellent restaurants on the beach, bars on the beach, dancing on the beach, casinos and shopping. Also, Cabarete is considered one of the best places in the world for kite surfing and windsurfing.
In addition to location, the jewel of our villa is the backyard. Just take a look at the pictures - private pool, jacuzzi, multiple areas for sun tanning, thatched-roof gazebo, tropical landscaping and a charcoal BBQ grill. Anywhere you go in the backyard, you can see and hear the ocean.
The inside of our villa is best described as comfortable, stylish and simple. There is a master bedroom with a king bed and bathroom, a guest bedroom with a queen bed and bathroom, and a sitting room on the second floor with a double bed suitable for a couple. Other amenities include: gated community with 24-hour security, daily attendance by a cleaning lady, parking for two cars, fully functional kitchen, washer/dryer in the house, air conditioning, cable TV, DVD player, WIFI and broadband internet connection.
Every guest who has stayed at our villa has given us rave reviews. We hope to hear from you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : All sheets, pillows and towels Included
- Washer : In the unit
- Dryer : In the unit
- Beds
- King Bed : In Master Bedroom
- Queen Bed : In Guest Bedroom
- Double Bed : In Loft
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Gated Community with 24-Hour Security
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Kite Surfing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 16 - Apr 15 ... $1,100/week
Apr 16 - May 31 ... $800/week
Jun 1 - Aug 31 ... $1,100/week
Sep 1 - Dec 15 ... $800/week
Dec 16 - Jan 15 ... $1,500/week
TAXES INCLUDED ON ALL THE ABOVE RATES
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Tropical House, Pool, Garden, Ocean View, Surfing Beach Nearby
Why the Owner Chose Cabarete
It's extremely easy to get to Cabarete from anywhere in North America (one plane ride just a bit further than Florida) and you get an amazing Caribbean vacation without the crazy prices of a place like St. Bart's.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
Tropical, tranquil, privacy, pool relaxation, miles and miles of beach walking, surfing, fantastic restaurants and nightlife.
Owner's Map of Cabarete
My wife and I live in New York City where she works for a travel business and I direct and produce documentary films.
Property Photos
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- Private Pool with Jacuzzi and Gazebo - Cabarete, Vacation Villa - Private Pool; Ocean Views; Broadband Internet
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- Side View of Two Story Villa - Cabarete, Vacation Villa - Private Pool; Ocean Views; Broadband Internet
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- Front View of Villa - Cabarete, Vacation Villa - Private Pool; Ocean Views; Broadband Internet
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- Back View of Villa
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- Pool and Gazebo
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- Living Room and Patio to the Pool
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- Living Room and Dining Area
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- Kitchen
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- Master Bedroom with King Bed and Bathroom
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- Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed and Bathroom
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- Bathroom
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- View from Second Floor of House
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- View from Gazebo to Surfing Beach
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- View from Backyard to Surfing Beach
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- Surfing Beach less than Five Minute Walk from Villa
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- Tropical Gardens
Traveler Reviews (15)
Our Favorite Vacation
Guest: The Coconuts
(New York)
Date of Stay: 05/30/10
Review Submitted: 05/10/11
We had such a truly wonderful time here. The house, yard and pool are absolutely lovely, the view of the road and the lush tropical trees and fields to the beach: beautiful, the beach itself felt like a private beach for locals and surfers... I can't say enough. If staying in a gorgeous home off the beaten path and away from tourists and cheesy over manicured holiday vacation type places is your thing, this is it. Cabarete is only ten minutes away and there you have all the beach side bars, restaurants and souvenir shops you could want. The guards on the property with the guns was a little disarming at first but they are very sweet people and I felt nothing dangerous about the area besides the fact that you have to watch your purses and wallets but that is very true in NYC where we live any way. Rosa came every day and cleaned the whole house!!!! I could not believe it and it made me feel a bit guilty. She was so great with our girls and has such a warm spirit. Joso the gardener and pool guy came every day too to make sure everything was just right. Sitting in the cabana that looks out over the pool at sundown, sipping the good rum and coke while watching the free roaming horses being brought back to their stable every evening with my girls chomping on fresh mangos and my man grilling up pork ribs and roasting peppers etc....man, does it get better? My only problem with writing this review is that I am afraid everyone will try and flock to this place and make it hard to reserve time here. Muchos Muchos Gracias for the great memories!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Paradise off the beaten track
Guest: SZQ
(Sunnyside, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/13/11
Review Submitted: 03/07/11
My boyfriend and I just returned from a wonderful week in this fabulous house. I normally am not a big review person, but we enjoyed ourselves so much I just wanted to put a good word in! The house was spotless and very well maintained. It has a really bright airy feel with plenty of space. The pool in the backyard is amazing...especially for lounging and afternoon drinks - if you don't feel like making the short walk down to the beach. The beach is great as well - especially if you're a surfer - and even if you're not. Its not a wide, suntanning beach but that doesn't really matter. It does the trick. And if you feel like a stroll you can walk down the beach a ways to a restaurant/bar (which also has a driving range for those who want to practice their swings.) Its a little but out of the main town but that's alright as long as you rent a car...and makes it much more private. All in all a great spot!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
A Sunny Slice of Paradise
Guest: Billy
(Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/20/09
Review Submitted: 03/01/11
I enjoyed one of my most memorable Christmas vacations at this beautiful house which is just a few minutes walk to an amazing surf break and only a few minutes drive from the beach bars, restaurants and amenities of charming Cabarete. The house was immaculate and kept that way during our entire stay by the friendly housekeeper Rosa, who was always smiling. Whether you are looking to surf in the morning, relax by the pool for the afternoon, fire up the barbecue for an evening meal, or lie on the hammock in the gazebo and enjoy the stars at night, I highly recommend this property for a relaxing, restful and fun vacation. This property had everything we wanted... I will be back.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Vacation
Guest: Jordan McCall
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/09/09
Review Submitted: 02/26/11
We loved our time at this private villa. The views of the ocean are magnificent and the pool is a perfect place to spend the day.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Muy Bueno
Guest: Ian
(Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 02/28/10
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
Great place! 5min walk to a very beautiful undeveloped beach with great surfing. Mostly we did our own thing hanging out at the house by the pool, and having back yard BBQ's. This is a quiet, relatively undeveloped area, so there aren't a lot of services (bars, restaurants, etc) close by, so you should consider a rental car. Cabarete has lots of great beach bars/restaurants and it's only about 5 mins away by car. The maid Rosa was very friendly although her English wasn't very good...she kept the place very clean. The owner Gordon (or Jordon?) was easy to deal with and very responsive to our questions. Tip: It's a beautiful walk (approx 1hr at a leisurely pace) along the beach to downtown Cabarete...good for exercise and sightseeing.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Private Paradise!!
Guest: Erocka
(Vancouver, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/17/10
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
We are a couple in our early 30's who love to do our own thing and independently explore new places so this house was our first choice over a tacky all inclusive resort. As you can see from the pictures the house is immaculate, everything is super clean and tastefully decorated (no towel-swans or psychedelic bedspreads here!). Our favorite part of the house is the backyard from which you can literally see the beach and hear the waves crashing on to the shore! Suntanning in the pool on one of the backyard's float-able bean bag chairs is the ultimate!! We cherished our time cooking up food and hanging out with a cold one back there! Cruise down to the beach (which is like 2 seconds away) and it's hipster-surfer mecca! There are lots of little surf schools and places to grab fresh juice and stuff. Its not super out of control though, there is plenty of space to lay down a blanket and chill out. In the evenings we went into Cabarete pretty much every night. Its such a cute town!!!! There are a bunch of restaurants & bars which open out onto the sandy beach. The caliber and creativity of the food and drinks at some of the restaurants is outstanding. It was breathtaking dining on the freshest seafood watching the sun set on the ocean. If your tired after dinner your quaint and comfy home is just a short cab ride away. We, however, spent many late nights partying it up, there is no shortage of vibrant nightlife in Cabarete!!! We had a great time, Cabarete is awesome. This place is perfect. If you love to surf than staying here is a no-brainer. Happy Vacationing!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Paradise Vacation
Guest: l'il T
(New York, New York USA)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
This is the perfect place for a sunny get-away! If you're looking for a vacation off the beaten path, with all the amenities but with the freedom and adventure of staying in your own place, then this is it! You'll love the house and the location. We were lucky enough to spend nearly two weeks in this paradise, and we can't wait to get back. The house is clean, well-equipped, stylish and comfy, with a nice kitchen, two lovely bedrooms, a great lounge area and an awesome screened-in room on the second level (great for breezy naps - and has a view of the ocean!) However, as nice as all that is, you'll most likely spend all of your time in the backyard sunning and relaxing-- that's what we did! There's a grill, a huge pool, chaise lounges, a jacuzzi and an amazing gazebo with a hammock- it's the perfect place to spend lazy days in the sun with a tropical drink... The location is also super great-- so close to a super local-feeling beach (5 minute walk), and just about a ten minute drive to the vibrant little town of Cabarete, which is full of cute little cafes and bars on the ocean. We had a great time bar-hopping along the beach. If you want to be more productive, there's tons of stuff to do in the area - we recommend taking a paddle boarding lessons from Maui Bob and driving up the coast to discover hidden beaches. We were a little hesitant initially to take this trip, but the owner was so helpful and informative... the instructions to get to the house were super clear and everything was ready for us when we arrived. The owner was also super informed about the area- you could tell he knew his stuff. He answered all of our questions prior to our arrival - from where to get cheap groceries to where the best places to surf or where to get breakfast. Thanks for a great trip! We can't wait to go back!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
A Great Experience!
Guest: Rue
(Bay Area, California)
Date of Stay: 04/30/09
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
Hi Judy, Greetings and I hope all is well with you and your family! I just wanted to follow up with you now that we have returned home and again mention to you how much Michael and I enjoyed our stay at your Ocean Winds Villa. I hope you can forward this message to the villa owners. From our arrival at Ocean Winds everything was a class act. Your visit during our arrival answering all questions we had and pointing out features of the villa got us off to a great start. The villa was everything and more that was represented in the ad on the internet. The entire villa was very clean and we felt very comfortable there throughout our stay. The housekeeping service we received from Rosa could not have been any better. If I was a owner there Rosa would be the idea type of person I would like to have onboard as part of my staff. We could have not have felt more safe with the security staff we had. At random times through the nights we could view the staff patrolling the grounds front and back. We would also see a gentlemen attending to the pool at different times cleaning out leaves and starting the circulation etc. Michael and I spoke about the satisfaction we had with the villa and when we return in the future we will not want to stay anywhere else. We will also highly recommend Ocean Winds to friends visiting Cabarete. Thanks for making this a great vacation for us and we look forward to returning. Regards, Scott
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
surfing encuentro beach, horses all over the place, walks on beach, amazing backyard gazebo
Guest: chicoman
(Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/16/11
Review Submitted: 02/20/11
lounging in the hammock, surfing every morning, reading up in the screened in loft, walking the beach to Cabarete then taking a moto concho home, we really enjoyed staying at the villa. I would recommend to anyone that has any interest in learning to surf or to advanced levels to stay in this villa. i looked around while staying here and found nothing comparable. i hope to return again next year. don't book my week!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Excellent Dominican rental property !
Guest: barber
(ottawa, ontario CANADA)
Date of Stay: 02/05/11
Review Submitted: 02/18/11
We just got back from Cabarete and stayed in this fabulous house. It had it all ! It was absolutely gorgeous. The rooms were huge and clean. The pool and backyard were a dream with lots of privacy and a great outdoor grill. The beach was excellent and very close. The house was immaculate, well equipped with everything you need when you go away on vacation. Made life simple. I recommend this property and will absolutely be returning!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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