Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds!

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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A wooden interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a ceiling light fixture.
A garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A cozy room with a bed, a television, wooden walls, and a curtain.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with yellow curtains, a sofa with cushions, and a small rug on the floor.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Sleeps 31 bedroom1 bed

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Las Canas, Espaillat Province
  • Place, Cabarete Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Kite Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Encuentro Beach
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds!

I have remodeled the house, and now it's a duplex. This listing is for the entire second floor. Guests will have their own complete apartment and private terrace at their disposal. The lower floor is currently closed, pending renovation. For now, the only people you will encounter on the property is my cohost and friend, Amilcar. There are three cats on the property that pretty much do what they please. Mercutio, Rayas, and Nero remain with the property to keep some of the wildlife at bay. Public transportation is a short walk away, and there is room to park in the driveway. For some people, it's the last paradise. Others may find it too secluded, wild and rustic. I just want to make sure it's the vacation my guests were hoping for. If you're unsure, shoot me an email, and I'd be happy to answer any questions or concerns.

Now, if you're an adventurous soul, are you ready to go someplace where you can relax on the beach all day and fall asleep to the surf pounding on the shore at night? Maybe you're a water sports enthusiast and want to know what it's like to really live Island Life? Wondering if there's anything left unspoiled and beautiful in the Caribbean? Then Casa Costello is where you need to be.

Lie in bed, watching the sea, sip coffee on the terrace with stunning views, spread out in the shade, and enjoy the trades. This place is private and quiet. The yard is all flowers, hammocks, and birds, giving way to the deserted beach you've only imagined in your dreams! (No jellyfish, lots of sand dollars, star fish, and sea-glass.)
Rustic, colorful, and original, you've never stayed at a place like this! We have little red crabs living in the garden, (and occasionally wander into the house by mistake.) There are numerous birds and lizards to watch in the yard all day, and my cats are always on patrol to keep the wildlife at bay.

As for excursions, it's already a kite surfer's paradise, and everything is available at a reasonable distance. Let us know, and we can help you find your favorite adventure! We recycled the original house materials to provide the landscaping. The paths are made from beach stones and bamboo, the shells highlight the garden, the sea glass in the shower...all of it is our recycling of what was originally there, and mother nature continues to provide for our use.

Sustainable ecotourism is important to me. I refuse to put up a giant concrete wall to separate my home from the beach and the people. I like the sound of the sea, I like the locals that help me take care of the place, and I like my salty window screens. I want to feel the sand beneath my feet, taste the fresh fruit and fish. I love being a part of the community in Las Canas.

I pay a price for the close proximity to the sea, sure. Every hinge or latch rusts within days, and I have to replace everything electrical on a regular basis...is it worth the hassle and work? Absolutely! I bought the last piece of paradise, and I'm sharing it with the world. The reviews say it better than I can. Just think....they were reviewing the old house....and now it's all brand new!!!!

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No toilet paper in the toilets. Please feed the cats daily, and lock them outside at night.
Do not hand out money/gifts to the locals in the village. (It's inappropriate/creepy.) If you disobey this rule, you will have no privacy.
No one is allowed on the property without prior approval from the management, for security reasons. No one.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 882299vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Las Canas

Located in Gaspar Hernandez, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cabarete Beach and Kite Beach. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
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Las Canas, Espaillat Province

What's nearby

  • Cabarete Beach - 28 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Kite Beach - 42 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Gri Gri Lagoon - 46 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Encuentro Beach - 51 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Laguna Beach - 57 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilson's Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪D Papio Restaurante - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪D' Balbuena Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds!?

As of 21 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds! on 26 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,000, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Authentic Beachfront Caribbean Hideaway-Crashing Surf, Palms, & Tradewinds! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gaspar Hernandez holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Cabarete Beach, Kite Beach and Playa Magante. Encuentro Beach and El Choco National Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Angie Costello

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I'm Angie Costello, I believe in balancing work and play as equally as possible, and cramming in as much as I can before I get old or die. Travel has always been important to me, and the best part of travel are the people and cultures you encounter along the way. I travel around for various occupations, and I'm not quite ready to retire to paradise.... yet.

It gives me great satisfaction to know my home is waiting for me. I want to share it with folks like me, who can only afford to see this beautiful world on a budget. I can't afford fancy resorts< (hate them anyway,) and I figure there are lots of other folks like me, who would love this place, and if I rent it enough to help take care of it, that's enough for me.

Why they chose this property

I wanted tranquility, beauty, and my own beach. I found it online, and immediately fell in love. The first time I saw it, I knew it was the right place. Maybe the last good place.

Built by a Canadian artist, more than 20 years ago, there is charm in every chip of tile and seashell imbedded in the walls and floor. There is some sort of indescribable magic in this place that calls me home every chance I get. Too good not to share.

What makes this property unique

It's beautiful, natural, and a place to get away from the world and recharge your soul. It couldn't be closer, or more intimate with the sea.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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