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A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!

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En la playa, sillas reclinables de playa, toallas de playa
Marina/club náutico
Restaurantes
Restaurante al aire libre
Interior

Opiniones

9,8 de 10
Excepcional

Casa entera

3 habitaciones2 bañosCapacidad para 6170 m²

Servicios principales

  • Piscina
  • Cocina
  • Lavadora
  • Secadora
  • Acepta mascotas
  • Wifi gratuito

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A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!

  • Exclusive Villa with private pool a few steps from the beach!

    Please checkout our other house, Villa Mango, listing # 3612132.

    This graceful Caribbean property combines elegance and simplicity: this is the perfect escape to a tropical paradise just for you. It’s a must visit, with its precious beach, abundant colorful coral reefs minutes away for snorkeling and with Blue Island's 45 foot catamaran only a 20 minute ride away from the famous Cayo Paraiso, ranked by CNN Travel in May 2013 ¨The 34th most beautiful beach in the world¨.

    Villa Gabi is a great getaway, with its private gated property, exclusive coral sand & crystal water beach a few steps away, 3 bedrooms each with air-conditioning, 2 full bathrooms with water heater, 50”LED TV in living area and 32” TV in main room, cable TV service, wireless internet, private pool, large brick BBQ (Charcoil NOT PROVIDED) , hammock, open terrace and wooden deck, interactive fully equipped kitchen (NO DISHWASHER), washing machine and dryer.

    Please checkout on Instagram and Facebook our brand new Beach Club, just next door to Villa Mango @ Blue Island Punta Rucia.

    Nearby, you can enjoy the culinary art of exquisite French Restaurants as well as typical Dominican food. A few feet away, you have “Paradise Island” a tour operator that offers excursions to tourists visiting Cayo Paraiso. Both Blue Island and Paradise Island offers breakfast, lunch and dinner (dinner on demand) that can be served directly at Villa Gabi's table as if we were part of the restaurants: they also serve drinks to the public. Also at only a 5 minute walk, you can enjoy Lino's Pizza, an authentic Italian that makes an incredible pizza.

    The perfect Dominican spot with one of the country’s least percentile of precipitation (it almost doesn't rain), a great condition to guaranty a wonderful outdoor vacation.

    Personnel included: Our maid is available for daily cleaning and our gardener sleeps on the premises in a hut outside to assure your safety and comfort.

    Punta Rucia is located at 60 km from Puerto Plata city.

    Our driver is always available for airport pick up and drop-off from Puerto Plata or Santiago’s International Airport for a maximum of 4 guests + luggages in our SUV and in our Chevrolet Express van we offer services for up to 8 plus luggages.

    The use of Blue Island's catamaran is available at an extra cost, including an experienced captain and all the necessary equipment.

    Additional Information & FEES:

    We can arrange airport pick up/ drop off: for parties up to 8 people we charge US$250 each way for airport pickup and drop-off from and to the airports mentioned above. This is paid when the service is offered. In the pick up we include one hour waiting at the supermarket, if other stops are required the cost is USD$50 extra per hour or hour fraction. If pick up or drop off are in night time (6:00 pm- 8:00 am) the cost is USD$300 (No supermarket stop after 9:00pm).

    We have a BBQ, but charcoal is not included and is to be bought in the supermarket.

    In Punta Rusia there is only a very small market with the most basic items: eggs, salt, sugar, sodas, beer, tropical fruits and vegetables, generic toilet paper and very fresh seafood.

    We offer complimentary but limited amounts of coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, toilet paper, body soap, shampoo and conditioner. We also supply unlimited drinking water.

    Our maid offers cooking services from USD$20-50 per day depending on how many meals you would like her to prepare (1-3 meals per day). This price includes the cooking service and cleaning the dishes afterwards, all ingredients must be supplied by you. Her specialty is fresh seafood and Dominican food.

    We always recommend our guests the use of mosquito repellent and sunscreen, you can get these at the supermarket.

    There are no pharmacies or ATM in town, you can find these at the airport or supermarket in the city you fly into.

    Check in at your arrival is at 2 pm the earliest and check out at your departure is at 11 am the latest. Failing to leave the premises on time will result into a fine of USD$ 100 per hour to be discounted from the security deposit.

    There will be a late check in and early check out (9 pm to 7 am) charge of USD$ 25 each, only if our pick up/ drop off service is not used.

    Maximum capacity is 6 people, including children from 2 years of age and on, if more people were to sleep in the house a fine will apply of USD$ 50 per extra person per night.

Servicios en la propiedad

Playa

  • En la playa
  • Toallas de playa
  • Tumbonas de playa

Piscina/spa

  • Piscina privada

Internet

  • Disponible en la villa: wifi gratis

Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte

  • Las instalaciones cuentan con aparcamiento accesible en silla de ruedas y aparcamiento para furgonetas

Cocina

  • Cafetera y tetera
  • Especias
  • Frigorífico
  • Hervidor eléctrico
  • Horno
  • Licuadora
  • Microondas
  • Papel de cocina
  • Placa de cocina
  • Tostadora
  • Vajilla y utensilios de cocina

Dormitorios

  • 3 dormitorios
  • Se proporcionan sábanas

Baño

  • 2 baños
  • Champú
  • Ducha
  • Jabón
  • Papel higiénico
  • Se proporcionan toallas
  • Secador de pelo

Zonas comunes

  • Sala de estar
  • Zona de comedor independiente

Entretenimiento

  • Reproductor de DVD
  • Televisión LED con canales por cable

Zonas al aire libre

  • Jardín
  • Mobiliario exterior
  • Parrilla de barbacoa
  • Patio
  • Terraza

Servicios de lavandería

  • Lavadora
  • Lavandería

Confort

  • Aire acondicionado
  • Calefacción
  • Ventilador de techo

Mascotas

  • Se aceptan mascotas
  • Solo se admiten perros
  • Hasta 9 kg por mascota

Características especiales/accesibilidad

  • Si tienes algún requisito de accesibilidad en particular, ponte en contacto con el alojamiento con la información que aparece en la confirmación que recibiste al reservar.
  • Aparcamiento con acceso en silla de ruedas
  • Aparcamiento para furgonetas con acceso en silla de ruedas
  • Plaza de aparcamiento accesible
  • Ruta accesible en silla de ruedas
  • Servicios de accesibilidad (para personas con discapacidad) en la habitación
  • Sin ascensor (alojamiento de una planta)
  • Alojamiento libre de humo
  • Nota del propietario: Smoking allowed on the terrace and the yard!

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Caja fuerte
  • Limpieza diaria
  • Plancha o tabla de planchar
  • Servicios de conserjería

Aspectos destacados de la ubicación

  • Cerca del océano
  • En una zona rural
  • Frente al agua

Actividades

  • Barco
  • Bicicletas
  • Equipo para deportes acuáticos
  • Kayak
  • Ciclismo de montaña en las inmediaciones
  • Esnórquel en las inmediaciones
  • Esquí acuático en las inmediaciones
  • Natación en las inmediaciones
  • Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
  • Pesca en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas de senderismo/ciclismo en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas ecológicas en las inmediaciones
  • Submarinismo en las inmediaciones
  • Tubing acuático en las inmediaciones
  • Vela en las inmediaciones
  • Windsurf en las inmediaciones

Medidas de seguridad

  • Detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento)
  • Detector de humo (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
  • Botiquín
  • Extintor
  • Cerradura de seguridad

General

  • Bicicletas
  • Jardín
  • Tamaño de la unidad: 170 metros cuadrados

Propiedades similares

Políticas

Check-in

Hora de inicio del check-in: 15:30
Check-in sin contacto
Edad mínima para hacer el check-in: 25 años

Check-out

Check-out antes de la(s) 11:30

Instrucciones especiales para el check-in

Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.

Instrucciones de check-out

El anfitrión exige que realices lo siguiente antes del check-out:
Quitar los artículos personales
Devolver las llaves
Si no sigues todas estas instrucciones, podrías recibir una opinión negativa por parte del anfitrión.

Mascotas

Se aceptan mascotas
Se aceptan perros únicamente
1 como máximo (hasta 9 kg por mascota)
Se aplican restricciones: para obtener más información, comunícate con la propiedad al número que figura en la confirmación de la reservación.

Niños y camas adicionales

Los niños son bienvenidos.
Nota del anfitrión: This a family friendly house!
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.

Información importante

Importante

Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen extintor de incendios, botiquín de primeros auxilios y cerradura de alta seguridad
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.

Información de la zona

Esta villa se encuentra en el campo, en la playa, en Villa Isabela. Templo de Las Américas es un lugar emblemático local, y la belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Playa de Punta Rucia y Parque Central de Punta Rucia. En la zona puedes practicar actividades como buceo y snorkel, o disfrutar del aire libre mientras haces caminatas o ciclismo en senderos y bici de montaña. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Punta Rucia
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Punta Rucia, Puerto Plata

Puntos de interés

  • Playa de La Ensenada
    Playa de La Ensenada
    8 min en auto - 4.3 km
  • Playa de Punta Rucia
    5 min a pie - 0.5 km
  • Parque Central de Punta Rucia
    5 min a pie - 0.5 km
  • Playa El Castillo
    52 min en auto - 38.5 km
  • Fricolandia
    59 min en auto - 42.0 km

Opciones de transporte

  • A. Internacional Gregorio Luperón (POP): 158 minutos en auto

Restaurantes

  • Restaurant Martires
    7 min a pie
  • Doña Niulka Restaurante
    4 min en auto
  • Restaurant Damarys
    6 min a pie
  • Por ahi
    18 min en auto
  • Damaris Restaurante
    6 min a pie

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Hay piscina en A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!?

Sí, hay piscina en la propiedad.

¿A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia! acepta mascotas?

Sí, esta propiedad acepta perros (límite de 1) con un peso máximo de 9 kg por animal. Es posible que se apliquen algunas restricciones. Comunícate con la propiedad para obtener más detalles.

¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!?

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 15:30.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!?

Check-out: 11:30.

¿Dónde se encuentra A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!?

En la playa, esta villa de Villa Isabela se encuentra a 10 minutos a pie de Playa de Punta Rucia y Parque Central de Punta Rucia. Playa de La Ensenada se encuentra a 2,8 km.

Opiniones de A Few Steps From The Gorgeous Beach Of Punta Rucia!

Opiniones

Excepcional

Todas las opiniones que se muestran provienen de experiencias de huéspedes reales. Solo las personas que han reservado una estadía con nosotros pueden enviar su opinión. Verificamos las opiniones con base en nuestras pautas y las publicamos todas, tanto positivas como negativas.
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Evaluación: 10 - Excelente. 42 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 8 - Bueno. 3 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 6 - Aceptable. 1 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 4 - Mediocre. 0 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 2 - Terrible. 1 de 47 opiniones

9,8

Limpieza

9,4

Ubicación

10

Estado de la propiedad e instalaciones

Opiniones

Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Ginny J.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Where memories are made

Great experience, wonderful people, a beautiful beach.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2022
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Kiara

Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones, comunicación
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful villa. We really appreciated how clean and safe everything was and how seamless check-in was. The whole staff, from the property managers to the restaurant staff across the street were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend staying here.
Se hospedó 2 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Judy W.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Wonderful and quiet place

The water was beautiful Not a lot of tourists Everything was very nice Owners responsive and helpful
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Catiana V.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Just what we needed

We had a wonderful stay. Everything is as described except the overall environment is even better. Disconnect from the generic vacation and visit paradise. Next time I’ll bring groceries & stay longer
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Cliente verificado

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Little Gem

This place was excellent. Nelson, Maria, Kleiby, and his family were the best people we found during our vacation. They treated us like their family. We felt at home. We loved the place, the food, the Blue Island restaurant, and the trip to Cayo Arena, Mangrove, and the attention from all of them made our vacation unforgettable.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Ariel D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

We could t find a better location to stay in Punta Rucia

When we arrived our host was already expecting us. He arranged for us to go and drove us to Punta Arena. He was always there when we needed him. Made us feel right at home.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Adeli L.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Amazing location and great service

I stayed here with my husband and some friends that had kids. This place was perfect. Right next to the beach and a restaurant. We took an excursion to cayo arena with the same staff and it was absolutely worth it. Maria Esther was the cleaning lady who also cooks and her dishes were so delicious. The villa itself is comfortable and clean and the hot tub is an added plus. The only thing was that staff were allowed to enter at anytime during the day which was odd but overall it was a great experience
Se hospedó 2 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Tracey F.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Spectacular Paradise Beach Retreat

Natalie & Carl-Philippe were the most accommodating hosts. Their team is amazing - anything and everything catered if one requires. The house is beautiful. The beach is amazing. The locals are friendly. The catamaran blew my mind! If you are looking for white beaches and super blue sea and sky then this is for you. We couldn't have asked for more. Spectacular and so amazing!!! Massive love to Blue Island xx
Se hospedó 6 noches en marzo de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Doina A.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Amazing home and location

If you’re looking for a place where you can feel like you are in paradise with all the comforts of home then look no further! With all the amenities you need (and didn’t know you needed), fully stocked kitchen (all you need is food), bedrooms and bathrooms and great attention to detail this is the place to be! Natalie and Carl Phillip are always available and very attentive, the restaurant is so close and convenient and just steps from the crystal clear beach! Do yourself a favor and take the trip to Cayo arena if it’s available you will not regret it! I have already recommended it and will continue to do so. I will be coming back very soon! Thank you!
Opinión verificada

6/10 Aceptable

Felix F.

Le gustó: Limpieza, comunicación
No le gustó: Check-in, veracidad del anuncio

Privacy alert

Place is comfortable, clean and well equipped. The beach is right across the street and so is a restaurant. We arrived on time for check in, but had to wait an hour and a half because the cleaning staff was late. I went with my wife for a romantic “private” getaway only to find that first, the “pool” was a large, in-ground jacuzzi type of structure. Also, they have a shed in front of the house with a washing machine where numerous times, workers would come in and out to do laundry. On the mornings we were there, my wife wanted to be outside in the front, but men would be in the property tending to the “pool” brushing sand which was unused without notice. One night, we came home from dining outside and the entrance to the driveway was open. No privacy at this place. Workers come in and out of the property as they please. Just sharing in case you are not comfortable with that. I didn’t like it. Too expensive for what you get there.
Se hospedó 3 noches en diciembre de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Sandra S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Relaxing stay

Beautiful beach, lots of solitude, relaxing, great hosts and staff.
Se hospedó 8 noches en marzo de 2022
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Melissa P.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Best.Family.Vacation.Ever.

Across a small dirt road is a beach club on a pristine beach w Adirondack chairs for the house. Private dip pool w/ a hammock beside it at home is pretty clutch w a kid(s). Everyone we met went above and beyond. Ani, the house keeper, cooked amazing Dominican meals, definitely recommend AND the trip to the island and mangroves is worth getting up early. The house was beautiful and clean but really the owners and staff went above and beyond every time and were very very welcoming and friendly. Can’t wait to go back!!
Se hospedó 11 noches en febrero de 2022
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Eric L.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Amazing as always

Another lovely stay in Punta Rucia. I'm grateful for the amazing people in this location that make every stay so special.
Se hospedó 5 noches en julio de 2021
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Doris D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Amazing

This house is everything you can dream of! I highly recommend it. The attention to detail was great. Nelson the person who welcome us was GREAT! The pool the rooms and the bathroom everything was beautiful. Enough space for a family. I went with two little ones and this house was perfect. I do have to say watch out for mosquitos but that’s all over the country. The AC the laundry and fridge everything worked great. More than enough towels which is always a plus and I didn’t have to worry about shampoo or soap another huge plus. Literally steps away from one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever been on. Super child friendly and we walked from our house to the beach barefoot that’s how close it is. AGAIN, highly recommend this house.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Joan S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Excelente!!! 😃👌

I’ll make it short. AMAZING!!!! Have a great time. The beach is just steps away, the food at the restaurant across the street is an easy 10 out of 10. The crew was super helpful always making sure our stay was Pleasant. I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! 👍
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Amber R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, veracidad del anuncio

Very Authentic Dominican experience

My husband and I just spent a week at Punta Rucia. We loved everyone involved with this property and Blue island. They are friendly, warm, and helpful. The food at Blue Island is fantastic. The beach of Punta Rusia is beautiful and very un touristy. The only thing that I didn’t love, probably because I live in a quiet suburb, was the fact that the property is sandwiched between two parking lots for 2 smaller resorts. The noise from motorcycles etc made some of the relaxation hard to come by while at the home. That being said, you have access the the Blue Island resort which is very quiet and peaceful and has amazing views of the ocean and beach.
Se hospedó 6 noches en enero de 2020
Opinión verificada

8/10 Buena

Alexandre G.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Punta Rucia aout 2019

La villa est en parfait êtat et très agréable. La plage magnifique est à 1 minute donc un accès très facile, le restaurant géré par Carl Philippe est très agréable on y mange très bien, pour une famille de 4 comptez dans les 40 euros environ...
Se hospedó 15 noches en julio de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Janna A.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Beautiful

This home was beautiful and very comfortable for our family of four. The service was impeccable both at the home and at the restaurant next door. Everything we needed was at our fingertips. Meals next door were incredible and our adventure to the island was top notch. Our host greeted us at our arrival and even helped us to exchange our currency so we would have cash on hand for the first leg of our trip. The gardener even rinsed off our rental car before we departed. A beautiful stay.
Se hospedó 7 noches en febrero de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Karen p.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Paradise

Very comfortable property for a family. Kids loved the pool. Adjacent restaurant very good. Owner and staff very helpful. Great beach. Trip to cayo arena awesome
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Richard B.

It was an increadible time in Punta Rucia.

The house was great but even better were the people. Carl was wonderful in working within our goals. We rented his catamaran for the day for an amazing adventure. Klaivey was fun guiding us, driving, and making sure we were happy. Carl’s restraunt the blue island had awesome food at reasonable prices. We also had the maid cook to dinner meals for us. It was a beautiful time. Thank You.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Enrique S.

Amazing house, amazing host amazing location

This is my second time staying un Punta Rucia and it wont be my last. I love the relaxing atmosphere and the closeness this house has to the beach - it's a 2 minute walk. The house is in front fo Blue Island Beach Club which has great food. The hosts, Nathalie and Carl were extremely warm and welcoming. If you are looking to a beach location to relax this is your home.
Se hospedó 3 noches en marzo de 2019
Opinión verificada

8/10 Buena

betty b.

Great place to Relax

We walked and drove the area, and we feel we had made the best choice for our stay. Very quiet and private, and CLEAN. I like to cook, the kitchen was well stocked with high quality pots, pans, gadgets, appliances and lots of dishes. Short walk across the road to the beach. Felt very safe in this small village. Everything you need or want to see is offered by the hosts. We drove to Ensanada Beach for the day, resteraunts there, beautiful beach, great for kids. Trip to Paradise Island is a must do. A walk to Lino's pizzeria for authentic Italian pizza, delicious. Pool was very relaxing. Only suggestion I would make is a small table for 4 on the patio. We like to play games and cards, The dining table was too large for that purpose, and we would rather be outside anyway. Would highly recommend!
Se hospedó 5 noches en febrero de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Laura B.

Traumhafte Lage und tolle Vermieter

Da kommen wir gerne wieder hin. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Toller Familienaufenthalt. Ist zwar etwas weit weg und in dem Dorf ist nichts los, aber zur Erholung sehr gut geeignet. Toller Strand.
Se hospedó 7 noches en diciembre de 2018
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Anabelle R.

Better than the pictures...wonderful secluded stay!

Had the opportunity to stay at the property and loved it! It was simple, elegant, and charming. The outside decor and high fences around the property made it seem like our own secluded resort. While the beautiful beach is only a very short walk (it is literally across the street), the pool was a great addition to break up the day, and keep cool in a more private atmosphere. Bedrooms and bathrooms were in great condition, and the maid service does a great job in ensuring everything stays clean, especially considering all the sand that we can track in the house after a day at the beach. Beds were very comfortable, however we would recommend spending a bit extra for the air conditioning at night, particularly if you are normally from a cool climate. Also be sure to bring high intensity sunscreen insect repellent is a must (you can ask the driver to stop at the local store to get some - we recommend Nivea for sunscreen). As in any tropical location, mosquitoes and UV rays love tourists and you will want to be prepared Seclusion is the idea when you come to Punta Rucia, so there is not much at all in terms of shops, stores, or restaurants anywhere nearby. While there is a good restaurant only a few steps away, we would very strongly recommend the maid Annie to double as your chef during your stay for the extra fee. She cooks amazing food and can fetch you fresh fish, lobster, and chicken as well as some great authentic Dominican breakfast. Be sure to speak with the owners Natalie and Carl-Phillipe to help you organize this beforehand, you will not be disappointed! The rest of the staff is extremely pleasant and welcoming - just be advised that most people do not speak English. However they do understand some and will try their best to please and normally gets it right the first time. The chauffeur for the property also doubles as a boat captain who took us to Cayo Arena (Paradise Island) and a boat tour of the mangroves nearby, which is something not to miss while here! As our last day of our vacation neared, we left bittersweet - sad to know that we were leaving (we told Annie that we already missed her before she left :) ) but happy to know of this place and the opportunity to soon make plans to return. Thanks to Natalie, Carl-Phillipe for allowing us to stay at their gorgeous property, and to the staff to helping us feel like we were home!
Se hospedó 5 noches en julio de 2018
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10/10 Excelente

Shauna F.

Hidden paradise!

I recently traveled to Punta Rucia with 3 of my friends. We have NEVER had such an amazing vacation! The house is beautiful just as pictured. The owners are very sweet and quick to respond with any questions. All inclusive resorts are overrated, this is how you should vacation! The water is beautiful. Punta Rucia is a peace of heaven the rest of the world has not yet found. The locals are the friendliest people we have ever met. We felt safe walking around town even at night. There are several places to eat in town including pizza, French, American, and a resort close by. If you drink or eat at either Paradise Island or Gogonza Beach you can sit in their lounge chairs all day for free. We did this several days. Cayo Arena is a must! Kleiby makes the vacation! You are missing out if you don’t let him take you to Cayo Arena. If you are American and have never driven in the DR, we HIGHLY suggest not driving. Pay for the shuttle (also Kleiby if flying into Puerto Plata) it is worth every penny. Lena was our housekeeper and she is precious! Alfonzo is great and lives right across the street. We always felt very safe. Tips: take plenty of sunscreen and bug spray. The mosquitos aren’t bad but they are present. Buy groceries at the supermarket, including paper towels. Know that English is not widely spoken. Knowing some Spanish or French or having an app is helpful. Ask for “Pinky” at Paradise Island if you need someone who speaks fluent English. He is also adorably awesome. We have left a peace of our hearts in Punta Rucia and made some unforgettable friends. We are already planning our next trips back. Until next time our new favorite place! Truly a slice of heaven.
Se hospedó 6 noches en febrero de 2018