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

On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
4.8
Outstanding(53 Reviews)

Villa in Las Terrenas

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsSki in / Ski out, Garden, Pool and more
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About this villa rental

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.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Ski in / Ski out
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Las Terrenas

Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(53 Reviews)
4.8
Aug 2023
Me and my family enjoyed the villa. Beautiful place to be and very relaxing
4.8
May 2023
No complaints all was good
4.8
Apr 2023
Good times
4.8
Apr 2023
The place is so lovely and peaceful. Away from all the noise. Perfect for family. The only thing is that electricity was a bit too much. Other than that, the host is amicable and you will fall in love with that little paradise. So clean, you will feel like home. This villa was exactly what my family needed. Thank you
4.8
Mar 2023
The property was as exactly described. Very well equipped. the beach and ocean was ony a five minute walk away. Lots of eclectic places to eat on the main strip. We felt very secure as we were off of the main street and not a lot of traffic came down the road to the property. Very quiet at night.
4.8
Apr 2022
Nous sommes restés 3 semaines à la villa et notre séjour fut agréable. Le quartier est tranquille et c'est ce que nous recherchions. La villa est confortable et nous avons apprécié la terrasse et la piscine. Cependant la salle de bain du petit bungalow mériterait une rénovation, la douche était envahie de mosquitos systématiquement tous les jours! Aussi nous aurions aimé avoir à notre disposition des produits de nettoyage, il n'y en avait tout simplement pas. Le ménage est fait une fois la semaine et ce fut très bien mais nous aurions apprécié avoir le nécessaire pour effectuer des retouches surtout aux salles de bain et il y aurait eu certainement moins de mosquitos! Par deux fois nous avons dû demander le papier de toilette, au contrat il est mentionné qu'il est fourni mais il n'y en a tout simplement pas en réserve. Au niveau de l'équipement, le BBQ est à changer. Nous avons manqué de gaz propane, il y a bien 2 bonbonnes de gaz mais la 2ième était vide. L'accueil n'a pas été à la hauteur, en fait il n'y en a pas eu. Nous sommes arrivés au début de l'après-midi mais la villa n'était pas prête - check in à 4:00hres. Nous avons laissé nos valises et quand nous sommes revenus, vers 4:hres, il n'y avait plus personne. Mais somme toute, nous sommes très satisfait de notre séjour!
4.8
Mar 2022
Beautiful and comfortable vacation spot for our family in Las Terranas! We loved the pool and the location close to the beach.
4.8
Feb 2022
Villa El Secreto has been one of my favorite VRBOs EVER! Bibi was awesome about communicating with us; including giving me a heads up that the day of arrival was a national holiday, so we should be prepared for beach traffic. (There was traffic!) But, then we turned down this little side street and all the hustle and bustle faded away. The pictures of the property are lovely, but they don't quite capture the vibe of being there. Drinking coffee every morning on the terrace, is an amazing way to start your day. We had rented a small SUV to get from Punta Cana to Las Terrenas (via Santo Domingo for a day). While driving took some initial adjustments, I'm glad we did, as we were able to do day trips outside of Las Terrenas and hall around our groceries. There was plenty of space for the vehicle in the car port. That being said, two of the days we spent in Las Terrenas, we just walked down the street to Las Bellenas beach and that was all we needed. Getting to town would be a little bit of a hike, but you could walk down to the beach road and easily catch a moto for about 100$ pesos per person. You can tell that Jose and Bibi have very high standards for their home. It was appreciated. The kitchen was well equipped and we were able to cook many of our meals at home. Besides the mosquitos (which Bibi warned us were prevalent), we didn't encounter any creepy, crawly critters. We did have an issue with the a/c in the smaller house (pretty sure it was user error) and they sent Kelvin over right away to deal with it. And, because it was January, we hardly even used it. If you have never been to the Dominican Republic before, I encourage you to get out and explore the region. My daughter is living and working in Samana, so we meandered our way through the mountains and went whale watching in Samana Bay. Hump back whales migrate to Samana Bay between January 15 and the end of March. I highly recommend using Whale Samana as the guides. The owner, Kim, is a researcher so when you are out on the boat you learn a lot about hump back whales and she is extremely conscientious about not interfering with their natural environment/patterns. (We noticed some of the other tour boats kind of following Kim's boat around so they could site the whales as well.) I can't say enough about our trip and our stay at Villa El Secreto. Can't wait to go back!

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Las Terrenas?

The average price for a rental in Las Terrenas is $256 per night. This rental is $16 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town. Enjoy the water!

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

Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at El Secreto-charming, private villa walking distance to Las Ballenas beach & town?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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