10/10 Excellent
Timothy B.
11 January 2024
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Relaxing getaway w/beautiful beach!
Timothy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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Villa w/Cook! Sandy beach 150 meter walk / Wi-Fi
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Check-in time
4:00 PM
Check-out time
10:00 AM
Explore the area
El Limón, Samaná
- La Iglesia Beach4 min drive
- Punta Popy Beach4 min drive
- Playa Ballenas10 min drive
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Relaxing stop over at this lovely home with a beautiful, private beach a short walk from the house. Included a cook and ...
Timothy B.
Jan 11, 2024
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Bathroom 3
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Villa w/Cook! Sandy beach 150 meter walk / Wi-Fi
Property manager
Christian Klueg
Languages
English
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view
Exceptional sea view - VILLA JEROME 2 private pools (12 people)
Exceptional sea view - VILLA JEROME 2 private pools (12 people)
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
9.8 out of 10, (26 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
About the area
Las Terrenas
Located in Las Terrenas, this holiday home is near the beach. Beach Garden Plaza and Plaza Rosada Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa Bonita and La Iglesia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Cayos Las Ballenas and Samana Zipline. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
El Limón, Samaná
What's nearby
- La Iglesia Beach - 4 min drive
- Punta Popy Beach - 4 min drive
- Plaza Rosada Shopping Center - 9 min drive
- Playa Ballenas - 10 min drive
- Playa Bonita - 25 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oriental Restaurante - 12 min walk
- El Portillo Beach Club - 12 min walk
- Rodizio - 12 min walk
- Flamboyan Pool Bar - 12 min walk
- Portofino Restaurante - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Christian Klueg
In 1998 when I was 17 years old my Dad had to speak at a conference in Puerto Plata D.R. My Mom was going with him so my parents pulled me out of school and brought me down. My neighbor, Barbara Weaver, owned a vacation home just a few hour drive from Puerto Plata and told my parents to take an extra few days and stay at her Portillo House. She didn’t have to ask twice, we were in. At 17 this trip became my first real international experience and my love for the D.R. was started. Over the next 6 years I traveled many times to different parts of the D.R. for a mission trip with our church and interning one summer outside Santo Domingo.
In 2005, Meg and I spent our honeymoon at the Portillo house. Meg and I spent a week at the house that I fell in love with in 1999.
From 2005 to 2015 life happened. Busy at work, not much travel money in the budget and kids. My heart was calling me back to the D.R. Meg and I did a quick Punta Cana trip for a weekend with no kids. It re-ignited my love for the D.R. The next year I found the “Portillo House” on VRBO. I said “Meg we have to rent this house and take the kids”. We did just that. Over the next few years we vacationed multiple times at the house. Covid shut us down in 2020 but by spring of 2021 we were back in El Portillo at the beach. While there, Meg and I made the jump. We made an offer on the house. Five months later I was able to spend my 40th birthday weekend at the house before the upcoming closing. I did not have cold feet or second guesses, I was only excited to share this place with others, just as it had been shared with me.
We are excited for you to enjoy this slice of heaven that has been such a big part of our lives.
In 2005, Meg and I spent our honeymoon at the Portillo house. Meg and I spent a week at the house that I fell in love with in 1999.
From 2005 to 2015 life happened. Busy at work, not much travel money in the budget and kids. My heart was calling me back to the D.R. Meg and I did a quick Punta Cana trip for a weekend with no kids. It re-ignited my love for the D.R. The next year I found the “Portillo House” on VRBO. I said “Meg we have to rent this house and take the kids”. We did just that. Over the next few years we vacationed multiple times at the house. Covid shut us down in 2020 but by spring of 2021 we were back in El Portillo at the beach. While there, Meg and I made the jump. We made an offer on the house. Five months later I was able to spend my 40th birthday weekend at the house before the upcoming closing. I did not have cold feet or second guesses, I was only excited to share this place with others, just as it had been shared with me.
We are excited for you to enjoy this slice of heaven that has been such a big part of our lives.
Why they chose this property
The close proximity to the beach and gated community makes it great for families and for couples looking for a quiet getaway. We love the fact that it is a single family home with its own yard. There is so much to do in the area as well. We love to mountain bike, hike to the waterfall, zipline, surf or just drive around and find remote beaches. Las Terrenas is close and gives plenty of opportunity to go out and enjoy the night life and shopping.
What makes this property unique
One of the biggest if not the #1 feature of the house is the full time cook and housekeeper. Yisel is the soul of the house and will make your vacation one to remember. You won't need to cook or clean. Just sit back and enjoy yourself and Yisel will take care of the rest!
Languages:
English
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