Description Bonita Waters: Las Terrenas

Sitting within a gated community on Playa Bonita, this villa delivers the kind of tropical escape where the ocean is a constant presence – visible from the pool, the main bathroom's bathtub, and the alfresco dining terrace where ceiling fans stir the warm air. A living atrium anchors the stone-walled interior, while outside you'll find a putting green, a sand football pitch, and direct access to one of Las Terrenas' finest stretches of coastline. Dedicated staff – including a chef, bartender, and around-the-clock concierge – mean the hardest decision is whether to stay poolside or head for the beach.

Home truths:
* Due to this home's location, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay.
* Housekeeping, a villa manager, laundry assistants, bartender, maintenance team, and security services are included at this home.
* Your host asks you not to use indoor furniture while wet or wearing wet bathing suits.
* A tip of five per cent of the total rental amount is suggested for the villa's staff – worth factoring into your budget when planning your trip.