This is the perfect house in the best location of Las Terrenas in the best area of the Samana Peninsula. My husband and I were met by the managers, who helped us feel comfortable and gave us loads of information (and were available to answer any question at all). The villa is huge and gorgeous, the pictures don’t do it justice. Big kitchen with everything you could want at your fingertips: blender, gas stove, microwave and full size fridge (drinking water dispenser with new full size bottles available for USD$1.25!). Full bathrooms on the first and second floors, big dining and living rooms, 3 bedrooms, washing machine and abundant storage space. Did I mention there’s wifi? We spent almost all of our time at home on the enormous deck/porch at the full size table, looking out over our gorgeously landscaped backyard (with lawn chairs), listening to the birds chirp in the morning and evening – divine! I was surprised how cool the house stayed even on the hottest days – we never turned the A/C on. The complex is all beautiful and very secure, but the star of Las Terrenas is the beach or, as I should say, the beaches.

I am beach nut and extremely picky, and the beach right at the foot of your road (300 metres) is amazing, a massive sweeping beauty! We would often swim right here, 2 minutes from your house, it’s turquoise with gradual depth – perfect for kids AND serious swimmers. You can rent chairs, though we usually just sat on our towels. Most days, we walked to the right a bit, to the point (Punta Popy) to swim, sun and play all day. If you take five more steps to look past the point…there is another massive palm tree backed beach, but this one untouched! It doesn’t get any better than this, honestly! We ventured to other beaches and this one is tops (I do recommend a day trip to Rincon, though).

We also went humpback whale watching and were blown away – make sure you go with Whale Samana to get the scientist guides (usually the owner Kim herself) and a proper boat. We heard of others getting either sunburnt or rained on; trust me, you want Kim. Las Terrenas is a happening place, with a big modern supermarket, banks, endless bars and restaurants, and plenty of stores for the shopper.

Please note that you are getting a fantastic deal with this villa – it really is luxurious. It is big, too, so why not invite along a couple of friends and get it for a steal? Lucky you for finding this place, do yourself a favour and book now!