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3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay

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Exterior
Pool
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cabarete, Puerto Plata
  • Place, Cabarete Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Kite Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, El Choco National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay

Welcome to Gnarnia! Relax in luxury in the quiet gated beachside community of Bahia Arena. Stroll down to private ocean access with a cup of coffee in the morning to check the wind and waves, dip into your own private pool to cool off in the afternoon sun, and walk along the Cabarete Bay beach in the evenings to dozens of restaurants and renowned nightlife.

Beautiful light and breezy 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home with well equipped kitchen, bedroom air conditioning units, ceiling fans throughout, high speed internet, a private pool, and access to the best beach-side community space in Cabarete Bay.

Guests will have full access to the home, kitchen, pool, laundry, and neighborhood community spaces including shaded grassy beachside lounge area and bocce ball court. Adjacent tennis/ pickle ball courts are accessible via reservation with Nanny Estates pro shop.

The house manager is the owner of the property who lives in the neighborhood during part of the year. So not only does he have local knowledge, he can help with any issues you may encounter during your stay. The president of the neighborhood Homeowners Association, Albe, is the Spanish and English speaking local contact for any needs that arise during your stay. Gardener, Carlos, will briefly be on site most weekdays to attend to the pool and garden, and our house keeper, Yakayra is scheduled for a couple hours every M, W, F to clean and change sheets and towels.

The neighborhood of Bahia Arena is one of two developments for single family houses on Cabarete Bay (the other is Olas de Oro). It’s a quiet, gated neighborhood mostly occupied by home owners. Bahia has the best private beach area on the bay, an elevated shaded grassy area overlooking the beach. It’s the perfect spot to lounge in the hammock hung in the trees, or rig kites before a session. The community has a kite shop in front of the gated entrance, as well as a wonderful coffee shop that serves out-of-this-world breakfast burritos. Bahia is located directly mid-bay, so it’s not in the wind shadow of the east bay, but away from the craziness of all the beginners at kite beach to the west. Its a 12-15 min walk along the beach to all the bars, restaurants and night life of Cabarete. That makes it far enough from the pumping music of the beachside parties for a peaceful nights rest, but close enough to get there when you’re ready to experience it.

The home has a dedicated parking spot directly in front of the property. That said, the proximity of the house to downtown Cabarete (12-15 mins walking, 1mile/ 2km) and all it’s beachfront dining, nightlife and amenities really make this a walking friendly location. Motoconchos (almost any Domincan on a motorbike) can be waved down on the street for 100 pesos ($2 USD), and there are several excellent taxi services that we would be happy to help arrange.

The house is equipped with a pack and play crib for children, a well stocked kitchen with a wide selection of cookware and utensils, chefs knives, a blender, a microwave, a toaster oven, and a drip coffee maker. Additionally home has high speed internet, excellent hot water and water pressure (not always a given in DR), and a smart TV for all your streaming needs.
Only one car allowed in the designated parking spot in front of the home. Street parking in Bahia Arena neighborhood is strictly prohibited. Additional parking available by the guard house in front of the development. Inquire with the gate attendant when you arrive if needed.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only one car allowed in the designated parking spot in front of the home. Street parking in Bahia Arena neighborhood is strictly prohibited.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cabarete

Located in Sosúa, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cabarete Beach and Sosúa Beach. Laguna SOV and Fun City are also worth visiting.
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Cabarete, Puerto Plata

What's nearby

  • Cabarete Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kite Beach - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • El Choco National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Encuentro Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sosúa Beach - 13 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bayrischer Hof - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gordito's Fresh Mex - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Vagamundo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Serenade Villa Taina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Honey Company - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay on 10 April 2026 start from NZ$329, 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 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 BR villa w private pool in heart of Cabarete bay located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cabarete Beach and Kite Beach. El Choco National Park and Encuentro Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Great Family Home

This is a beautiful, well-maintained property—bright, airy, and perfect for a relaxing holiday. The hosts were responsive and attentive, which made the stay even more enjoyable. The kitchen was well-stocked, there were plenty of linens, and even some games for entertainment. The location is convenient and close to all amenities. A truly wonderful place to unwind. Thank you for sharing your villa with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

First, the good: the house was spacious and in a charming neighborhood close for driving to activities we wanted to do. But unfortunately, it missed the mark when it came to: *Cleanliness: We arrived to find hair all over the bathroom floor, along with black scraps, dirt, & a dead roach that appeared to have been there for some time. The bedsheets had stains, & some dishes in the cabinets still had food stuck on them. *Lack of basic supplies and broken furnishings: The conditioner bottle in the bathroom was empty, the kitchen sponge was heavily used & needed replacing, and there were only 4 bath towels even though we reserved for a family of 6. There were no paper towels anywhere, & the only garbage bag provided was the one already in the trash can. Several outdoor chairs were broken. Indoors, the sofa upholstery felt sticky and sank really low. *Lack of communication: We did not hear from the host after booking or before our trip. We had to reach out ourselves for access info the day before check-in. While we received a prompt response with smart lock instructions, we got no response when we followed up about the cleanliness issues & asked how to obtain additional towels, either during or after our stay. We do not enjoy leaving negative feedback, but we booked based on the sole "exceptional" review. Our stay was far from that description, & we felt it would be unfair to future guests not to share our honest experience. We hope the host addresses these issues going forward.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by James Watkins

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Minnesota based cider-maker and lover of wind and waves. Dad to Bo (6) and Geo (3) and Irish Wolfhound Pancho (11). Husband to Annie. Co-owner of Gnarnia Cabarete with friends Chris and Matt and their two kids Emmet and Josie.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Bahia Arena for its access to the most dynamic kitesurfing bay and community of water sports enthusiasts in the Caribbean.

The gentle shore break is great for playing in the waves with the kids, the short tack out to a reef with remarkably consistent waves for kiting, and the east side of the bay has an en excellent flat water slick for freestyle riding. The mid-beach location is out of the east side wind shadow to make launching and landing a breeze, which helps set up our location as the ideal spot to start a down-winder to Encuentro beach, the DR's most famous surfing beach.

Couple all of that with a grassy rigging area, neighborhood security, great neighbors, walkability to the wonderful dining scene, and enough distance from town to keep the late night music from disrupting a restful night all make Bahia Arena a very special place.

What makes this property unique

There are very few single family homes in Cabarete Bay. Condos and apartments are everywhere, but a stand along villa in Cabarete Bay with direct beach access, a private pool and the accompanying added privacy for families is much harder to find. We rented several times in Cabarete including in the other neighborhood of houses before purchasing our property, so we set it up to answer all of the things our traveling family of kiteboarders looked for in a rental. That included properly equipping the kitchen for cooking and entertaining adding a big dining room table to gathering around for family meals and games, upgrading the utilities for good hot water and water pressure, high speed internet, a smart TV, a gas stove, and a guest accessible washing machine. It also included replacing the bedroom AC units for reliable night time functionality and adding ceiling fans throughout the home so we could open the house up but still be cool while still enjoying the sound, smell and feel of the fresh sea breezes. The three bedroom setup includes two very comfortable rooms for the adults with a third room we setup specifically for the combined 4 kids to share including a great set of bunk beds. The kid's room doubles as a great dormitory style setup for when we host larger groups of our kiting friends. In addition to the amenities, our support staff are friendly & professional available when needed, but distant enough to provide you with privacy for what adds up to a truly memorable visit.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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