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Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine

Villa in Las Terrenas with private pool and kitchen

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Exterior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 124000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Las Terrenas, Samana
  • Place, Playa El Anclón
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Ballenas
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Bonita
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Las Terrenas

Located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Playa El Anclón, this villa is within a 15-minute drive of Natural Pool of El Limon. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Playa El Anclón - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • La Iglesia Beach - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Haitian Caraibes Art Gallery - 15 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Playa Ballenas - 16 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Playa Bonita - 22 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oriental Restaurante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rodizio - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Portofino Restaurante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flamboyan Pool Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boulangerie Francaise - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine

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Insta #villaarboleda

Eco villa (mostly) powered by solar and fed by rain water, drained by septic. Stay in a lovely low impact house.

Here are the questions we are asked most often: *** Max 12 people - 8 adults 4 kids in bunk beds. Nearest beach is five minutes drive, Las Terrenas is 15 mins drive. Santo Domingo 2 hours drive. Nearest airport el Catey. Best airport -Santo Domingo. you need car. Chef services contracted separately MAX 12 PEOPLE. We won't accept more than 8 adults so, please, don't ask. air conditioning in every room.*** commercial use (photo shoots, movies, etc) x2 standard rate. Housekeeper on WEEKDAYS included

An elegant hill-top refuge, Villa Arboleda offers a stunning visual experience of the Dominican Republic’s Samana Peninsula. Nestled high in the luxuriant tropical hills of the beach-side resort town of Las Terrenas, this spectacular home was inspired by the style of Le Corbusier's Villa Savoye. Beautifully designed, with five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and expansive outdoor space, Villa Arboleda can be your ideal vacation get-away in the jungle.

Solar power to deal with DR power cuts. Starlink internet means reliable connection.

Relax in the infinity pool, contemplate the ocean from your private balcony, or sunbathe on the roof-top patio – Villa Arboleda was designed to provide the comforts of a luxury property while complementing the natural beauty of the area
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

There is a noise meter. Noise over 90db for more than 10 minutes will trigger an alarm and will mean deposit is not returned; same if meter removed
Pets must be disclosed and agreed or deposit will not be returned.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this villa?

This villa is located in Las Terrenas, close to Punta Popy Beach, El Salto del Limon, and Playa Ballenas. You'll also find La Iglesia Beach and Playa El Anclón within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this villa?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool and access to a chef in each villa with some featuring ocean views.

Does Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.

Does this villa offer breakfast?

This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Does this villa have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.

What is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.), which is 20.3 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine?

Yes, every villa at Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper, featured in Dwell Magazine comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or mountain views.

⚡Unique Hilltop Eco Villa, Las Terrenas w/Housekeeper⚡ Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perry L., fort worth tx

Liked: Cleanliness

nice property with incredible views

we enjoyed out week at this property.The views were beautiful.The beds were comfortable.good internet.The lady that ran the property was absolutely amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue P.

Very nice

We had a great time in the villa. It has a very beautiful view of the coast and sorounding nature is amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

Beautiful views and warm ocean breezes!!

Beautiful views and warm ocean breezes are just two of the wonderful features of this villa. We stayed for one week and wish we had booked to stay longer. The setting is stunning and very private which made our stay completely relaxing. Noella, the property manager, was wonderful - she was very friendly and discrete and arranged to have the fridge stocked with requested items before we arrived. The owners were very responsive to questions before our arrival which made finding the villa very straight forward. Villa Arboleda is very close to Las Terrenas and it is also easy to get to Samana for whale watching and to Las Galeras for the beautiful beach there. We would highly recommend this villa and hope to return again.

4/10 Poor

Tia M., Las Vegas, NV

Not What We Expected

I decided to book this property based on the wonderful reviews and pictures of the home. To my surprise, my overall experience was less than ideal And would have definitely chosen another property to stay at in Las Terrenas. For the record, getting the property was by far the biggest hassle. To say it was intimidating is an understatement. We opted to have s personal driving service during our stay so that we wouldn't have to rely on directions in an foreign country. Upon arriving, our flight was delayed and we ended up arriving at the home at night. The community is pitch black with no lighting. Navigating in the dark was terrifying. There was a total of 5 adults on our vacation. Our driver in abmercedes Benz sprinter could not make it up the hill. We had to haul all of our luggage up to the house in mid 80s humid weather. Finally arriving we enter the house to find Noelia the house attended waiting for us. She speaks absolutely no English. Thank God for our billengual speaking driver who was able to translate. The house first off has no air conditioning. This isn't advertised granted, but considering how humid the DR is was disappointing...especially after hauling our luggage up a steep hill for 15 minutes. The house did look like the pictures but I imagined it to be bigger. We were all totally exhausted and decided to sleep the night off. Noelia left her cell number and wifi password. No grand tour, no options for excursions, no overall satisfying hospitality you'd expect in a luxury villa. Fortunately I planned all the activities myself. Noelia did have a chef come the next morning and throughout our stay which was great. The property has fans inside the home to keep air circulating and open wall doors to let air in however this is completely impossible to do at night because there are so many moths, mosquitos and jungle bugs. None of the doors had screens on them so it was impossible to let air in, which means we all just suffered during the night with no ventilation. The first couple of days were aggravating. I will say the view is absolutely spectacular. To sum everything up. There's is no garbage deposal, so you literally have to pick food out with your hand which was gross, and made the kitchen smell really bad. the wifi was terrible, so bad they changed it out at the very end of our stay so we weren't really able have efficient use. There was a random dog that came on property several times after requesting not to have the dog on property. We cou

10/10 Excellent

Mette H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place overlooking the sea

The house was absolutely gorgeous. Inside and out. The housekeeper, Virginia, made our trip perfect. She is the most amazing woman and nothing is impossible if you ask.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Francoise M.

Belle villa contemporaine avec une vue imprenable

Nous avons passé un agréable séjour à la villa Arboleda. La villa est belle, très isolée en pleine nature avec une magnifique vue sur la végétation et la mer au loin. La maison correspond exactement aux photos. Nous avons apprécié la conception et le design de la villa ainsi que le calme et l'intimité qui y règnent. Quelques petites choses sont à améliorer toutefois : la villa nécessiterait un petit rafraichissement général ( peinture, terrasse, forte odeur humidité dans la cuisine, ampoules défectueuses, robinetterie douches à revoir). Il faudrait faire un gros tri dans la vaisselle (poèles et casseroles sont irrécupérables). Pour le standing de la villa il manque quelques prestations : Des distributeurs savons seraient appreciables ainsi qu'un distributeur d'eau en bonbonne ( il faut de grosses quantités d'eau pour boire et cuisiner). Certaines chambres disposent de moustiquaires fiables et d'autres pas ( panneaux coulissants mais avec des joints ouverts sur les côtés). Les draps sur les lits etaient propres mais absolument pas repassés et très chiffonnés. Cela ne donne pas une bonne impression à l'arrivée. Beaucoup de produits de base périmés ou entamés et peu appétissants dans la cuisine qu'il faudrait jeter (sauces diverses, huile de friture sale etc. Pas de climatisation ce qui est regrettable pour cette categorie de maison. Nous avons également demandé le prix pour avoir un cuisinier à domicile et nous avons été surpris du montant de 180 dollars par jour sans la nourriture...c'est à notre avis un peu cher pour le pays (salaire moyen en Republique Dominicaine est d'environ 200 dollars/mois). Pour environ 20 dollars vous pouvez manger tres bien dans un bon restaurant à Las Terrenas. Un grand merci à l'employée de maison Noélia qui est très gentille et serviable. Elle nous avait apporté un petit kit de base ( boissons fraiches etc).
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2017