El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town

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Entire home

Bungalow - one bedroom, one full bath, kitchenette, seating area.

Main House - two bedrooms, one full bath

Pool - located between main house and bungalow

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6700 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Las Terrenas, Samana

Playa Ballenas1 min walk
Playa Bonita4 min walk
Plaza Rosada Shopping Center9 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - Main House

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main House

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3 - Bungalow

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Villa El Secreto is located just outside the village of Las Terrenas in the Samana Peninsula of the Dominican Republic considered by locals and visitors alike as one of the prettiest and still unspoiled parts of the country.
Situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, the villa is totally private, fenced, and set in 700 sq meters of tropical gardens, coconut trees, and exuberant vegetation. The nearest beach, Las Ballenas, is one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the area and is only 125 meters from the villa. Restaurants, supermarkets, bars, discos, and other conveniences are within a short walking/driving distance of the town.
The main house features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a large kitchen, and a living room opening to the pool area. The guest bungalow is separated from the main house by the pool, and it offers one bedroom with its own kitchenette, bathroom, and seating area. The villa is perfect for families or couples looking to share accommodations but wishing to keep their privacy.
Dream the day away at Las Ballenas, Bonita, Coson, or any of the other beautiful beaches nearby. Take a day trip to Los Haitises National Park or El Limon waterfall. Other activities, day trips, and excursions can be booked with local travel agencies or explored on your own. At the end of the day, walk for dinner to one of the many restaurants in town or stay by the pool, or barbeque, and have a drink in your own little corner of paradise.
**PLEASE READ BELOW TERMS AND CONDITIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY BEFORE BOOKING.**

REGARDLESS OF LENGTH OF STAY, A SHORT-TERM RENTAL CONTRACT, ACCEPTANCE OF HOUSE RULES, A USD$400.00 SECURITY DEPOSIT (THROUGH VRBO), AND A COPY OF THE CURRENT ID OF THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESERVATION ARE REQUIRED. THESE ARE NOT VRBO, BUT OUR OWN REQUIREMENTS. THE PERSON BOOKING THE PROPERTY MUST BE OVER 25 AND ON THE RESERVATION. Active 24-hour security cameras (video & sound) are located in the parking area facing the driveway, bungalow facing the left side of the fence and the garden, bungalow facing the right side of the fence and dining area, main house facing the pool and right side of the garden, main house facing the parking area/entrance, and back of the bungalow facing the service house.
**ELECTRICITY IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL FEE AND MUST BE PAID IN CASH AT CHECK-OUT.
** RESIDENTIAL, VERY QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. STRICTLY SIX PEOPLE CAPACITY AT ALL TIMES, NO VISITORS ALLOWED. PARKING FOR TWO MEDIUM-SIZED VEHICLES INSIDE THE PROPERTY. ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES, SOCIAL EVENTS, OR LARGE BAFFLES ALLOWED. NO LOUD MUSIC AT ANY TIME. QUIET HOURS ARE 10:00 PM TO 8:00 AM INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

WEEKLY/NIGHTLY RATES DO NOT APPLY TO MAJOR HOLIDAYS, PLEASE WRITE FOR EXACT QUOTES. Weekly rates are available for Christmas, New Year's, and Easter weeks.
COVID-19 - The property is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after every stay. The villa and the pool are completely private, and the property is fully fenced. We also provide cleaning supplies for our guests to use during their stay.

Maid service is provided on stays of 7 days or more, after the 7th day. For long-term stays, a guest starter kit is provided.

We are proud to be a Certified Wildlife Habitat.

Property manager

Bibi Betancourt - Jose Morales

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

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

Pool is not fenced

Events

No events allowed

NO PARTIES OR EVENTS, very quiet neighborhood.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

6 people max capacity, no visitors allowed. No parties, reunions, or loud music at any time. Quiet hours are daily from 10:00 pm to 8:00 a.m.

A short-term rental contract, acceptance of house rules, a USD $500.00 security deposit, and valid ID for all adults are required.

Electricity is not included in the rental and must be paid at check-out.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: NO PARTIES OR EVENTS, very quiet neighborhood.

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Las Terrenas

Located in Las Terrenas, this villa is in the city centre and on the beach. Plaza Rosada Shopping Center and Beach Garden Plaza 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 Playa Ballenas. Cayos Las Ballenas and Samana Zipline are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Las Terrenas, Samana

What's nearby

Playa Ballenas - 1 min walk
Playa Bonita - 4 min walk
Plaza Rosada Shopping Center - 9 min drive
Punta Popy Beach - 31 min drive
Coson Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

El Mosquito Art Bar - 6 min drive
Bar Restaurant Sol y Mar - 1 min walk
Cayuco En Bonita - 17 min drive
El Lugar - 5 min drive
Restaurante Casa Grande - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town located?

Located in Las Terrenas, this beachfront villa is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Playa Ballenas and Playa Bonita. La Iglesia Beach and Cayos Las Ballenas are also within 15 minutes.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Maray. p.

14 August 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay with Family

Me and my family enjoyed the villa. Beautiful place to be and very relaxing

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

16 July 2023

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

Even better the second time around!

This was our second stay at El Secreto, and while we have stayed in other places when El Secreto was already booked, I can say without a doubt that this is our favorite place to stay in Las Terrenas. It feels like coming home. It is quiet, safe, clean, and well maintained. All of which resulted in an amazingly relaxing vacation. On this visit, Bibi connected us with a local artisan who uses plants and herbs to make soaps, bath salts, and skin serums. Annabelle gave us a tour of her workshop and shared her experience of learning about botanicals native to the Dominican Republic. It was fun to get a chance to connect to the community and learn more about the beautiful area we were visiting. El Secreto is a quick walk to the beach and a number of restaurant choices. We had a car and were able to easily navigate the town and neighboring beaches. Bibi is an awesome communicator, and the property manager, Kelvin, did a great job making us feel welcome. There are a lot of nice places in Las Terrenas, but I think what makes this one of the best experiences are the people who own and manage El Secreto. My recommendation.... Book it! You will not regret it.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dahiana M.

8 June 2023

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

Am

Amazing as always. Love the communication with the host. This place is just incredible.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

3 May 2023

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

Nice place to stay

No complaints all was good

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

herbert h.

16 April 2023

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

Vacations 2023

Good times

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bibi Betancourt - Jose Morales

We fell in love with Las Terrenas the first time we visited and after searching for a beach house in many places in Central and South America.
Beautiful mountains, breathtaking beaches, great weather, and a village where people still know each other are part of why we choose Las Terrenas. When we bought Villa El Secreto, the property was in terrible shape; we have spent much time and effort repairing it and adding all the details that make it a much-loved home.
Originally, we visited the house on holidays, and as friends and family joined us, we were encouraged to offer the property for others to enjoy the house and the beauty and people of Las Terrenas. We are glad we did as we very much like having guests from all over the world!!!
Our home in Las Terrenas is still our favorite place to get away; we visit as much as our work permits, maintain it as if we were there, and enjoy many happy memories while waiting for the next time to return.
We hope you too enjoy our home and Las Terrenas as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Villa El Secreto has been consistently rated as one of the top rentals in Las Terrenas and reviewed by guests for outstanding guest service and value for a private villa. We offer a great location outside the village but close enough to all amenities. Las Ballenas beach, one of the most beautiful and calm beaches in the area is a five-minute walk from the property. The villa is located in a quiet, residential area with mostly year-long residents. The property is fenced in all sides and the pool is exclusively for the use of guests.

What makes this property unique

The villa is located in a quiet, residential area, a short walk to Las Ballenas beach, and a walking distance or short drive to town. The living room and kitchen are open to the pool and beautiful mature gardens. Property is fenced on all sides and set back from main roads. Bungalow allows for families and couples to share time but maintain privacy.