La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts

Welcome to Villa La Palapa. This villa includes a butler, daily housekeeping, and an on-site villa manager. When you stay at La Palapa, you’ll enjoy a host of exclusive 5-star services and access to some of the Caribbean’s finest amenities including Corales & La Cana oceanside golf courses, pristine beaches, restaurants & bars, tennis, equestrian center, and more. Experience an unforgettable Caribbean getaway filled with everything your heart desires! LOCATION: Villa La Palapa is located at the exclusive Puntacana Resort & Club in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic. The villa is located at La Cana golf course (Hacienda). Puntacana Resort & Club is a gated resort & residential community with 24-hour gated entrance and security. This is one of the premier resorts in the Dominican Republic and a favorite luxury destination for discerning travelers and celebrities worldwide. Puntacana Resort & Club, with its unwavering commitment to luxury, sustainability, and guest satisfaction, invites travelers to indulge in the finest that the Caribbean has to offer! The resort is home to 2 oceanside golf courses (Corales by Tom Fazio and La Cana by P.B. Dye), luxury hotels, The Spa, the Oscar de la Rental tennis center (tennis, paddle, and pickleball courts), an equestrian center & polo club, pristine beaches and beach clubs, nature trails and freshwater lagoons, fantastic restaurants, and more. If you want to go off property to explore the local area, the Puntacana Shopping Village and Blue Mall Puntacana are located just outside the resort. Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) is located right next to the resort - 1 kilometer or less than 1 mile from the resort’s entrance, and Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) is about a 3-hour drive away. NOTE: You’ll have two golf touring carts included with the villa rental for transportation around the resort. THE SPACE: Villa La Palapa is a contemporary, 5-bedroom, 5 1/2 bath, 8,000 sq. ft., 2-story villa with a private backyard, lawn area, pool, and basketball half-court. Blending European elegance with Caribbean flair, the contemporary design of this villa creates a delightful indoor-outdoor living experience. Stepping through the expansive front door, you’re greeted with a warm and inviting tropical ambiance. La Palapa is centered around a stunning garden, complete with palm trees and white stone pathways, creating a serene and Zen-like atmosphere. The villa’s open design flows seamlessly from the front entrance to the spacious terrace, pool area, and garden. The terrace and garden provide an expansive area ideal for lounging, dining, relaxing, and entertaining. Tucked neatly on one side of the villa, you’ll find an outdoor basketball half-court with one hoop. The backyard offers a great green oasis with a lawn, trees, and palm trees. If you’re traveling with children, this is a great and comfortable place for them to play. The living room is a beautiful space with floor-to-ceiling windows, comfortable sofas, chairs, a TV, assorted books, air-conditioning, and ceiling fan. The dining room is located right next to the kitchen and features a large dining table where you can enjoy your meals with a view of the pool and backyard. If you prefer to dine outdoors, the villa also has a nice outdoor dining area on the covered terrace. The modern kitchen with an island is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare delicious meals during your vacation. You can also hire a professional chef if you don’t want to cook during your vacation ($). Enjoy the private pool, soak up the sun on one of the sun loungers, or relax on one of the outdoor sofas, and let the Caribbean breeze carry you away… THE BEDROOMS: La Palapa has 5 bedrooms, including a fantastic primary suite with a balcony. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs and 3 bedrooms upstairs. Bedroom 1 (upstairs): The primary bedroom with 1 King bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, TV, closet, ensuite bathroom with shower and tub, and a private balcony overlooking the pool/backyard/golf course. Bedroom 2 (upstairs) with 1 King bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, a desk and chair, closet, and ensuite bathroom with shower. Bedroom 3 (upstairs) with 2 Queen beds, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, and ensuite bathroom with shower. Bedroom 4 (downstairs) with 1 Queen bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, ensuite bathroom with shower, and a private terrace. Bedroom 5 (downstairs) with 4 Twin beds, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, desk and chairs, and ensuite bathroom with shower. Total beds available 9 (sleeps 10) 2 King 3 Queen 4 Twin VILLA AMENITIES: When you stay at La Palapa, you can enjoy the following villa amenities: Access to areas/facilities and amenities of Puntacana Resort & Club Air-conditioning & ceiling fans Electricity Flat-screen TV Two (2) golf touring carts for easy transportation inside the resort Swimming pool Basketball half court Towels & linens Wi-Fi PUNTACANA RESORT & CLUB: There is currently no resort fee, but separate fees do apply for the use of the following facilities and amenities at the resort: CORALES oceanside golf course (18 holes) LA CANA oceanside golf course (27 holes) Equestrian center Los Tres Ojos ecological reserve and lagoons Marina Oscar de la Renta Tennis Center Playa Blanca Beach Club Playa Serena beach Restaurants & bars The Spa Water sports ... and more NOTE: Separate fees apply for use of resort facilities/amenities, food & beverages at restaurants/bars, sports activities, lessons, etc. Additional fees are not included in the villa rental. VILLA STAFF: Butler: The Spanish-speaking butler can serve drinks, and food, and generally helps around the house. The butler may reside on the property in a separate living area. Housekeeper: The Spanish-speaking housekeeper will clean the villa, make the beds, and wash towels and linens (usually every 3rd day). We do not offer personal laundry service. The housekeeper may reside on the property in a separate living area. Villa Manager: You’ll also have an English/Spanish-speaking villa manager available during your stay. This is your go-to person for any questions or if you need any services that you haven’t booked before your arrival. The villa manager will greet you when you arrive at the villa, check you in, and will be available daily throughout your entire stay. ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Enhance your vacation with one or more of our add-on services! Once you book the villa, our in-house concierge will be available to assist you with planning the following services ($): Airport transfers from Santo Domingo, and Punta Cana Airports All-inclusive meal plans for food & beverages consumed in the villa Boat & yacht rentals Chef service Excursions and tours Golf touring cart rental Golf tee time reservations with shared transportation Grocery shopping Spa treatments and in-villa massages Transportation services …and more NOTE: All add-on services are subject to availability and extra charges apply. Add-on services are not included in the villa rental price ($). PLEASE NOTE: A separate rental agreement with house rules must be signed to complete the booking process. All villa guests must be registered with Puntacana Resort & Club before arrival. No outside guests are allowed.