
Accommodations: Private luxury villa, 4 Spacious
Bedroom Suites, 5 baths, sleeps 12 - 14,
Note: For big groups, book with our next door
sister, Villa Playamor, for a total capacity of sleeping 28
guests.
Let our spacious new luxury Villa Simply Paradise be
your vacation home. Our 4200 square foot villa is perched on a
gentle hillside overlooking the beautiful mile long Cofresí beach,
one of the finest on the Dominican Republic’s north
shore. Simply Paradise is only a 5 minute walk from the
spectacular new Ocean World marine eco-park.
Simply Paradise is designed for couples, small groups or
large family reunions. Gather with friends and family on the large
terraces overlooking the beach and mountains. Enjoy gorgeous
sunrises, sunsets and the constant cooling trade winds or escape to
the privacy of your air-conditioned bedroom and private
balcony. Simply Paradise can sleep 10 adults in
private bedrooms with private baths. The villa also has the capacity
to sleep another 4 guests on convertible beds in other
rooms.
Small groups and large families will appreciate the family rooms,
porches and terraces. Our dining table seats 12, for true
family style dining. The porches can also be set up for
informal dining. But, if your family is like ours and you would like
a little privacy from time to time, you will also appreciate the
personal space and quiet time afforded by the several smaller living
areas as well as your large bedroom, private bathroom and balcony.
Relax on the porches, catch rays poolside, play and swim at the
beach, or participate in one of the many north shore tours and
attractions that can be arranged for you by our American manager.
When you are ready, Yosi, your housekeeper, will serve you her fresh
pina coladas and tasty snacks poolside or on the porch, then she
will pamper your palates with a dinner that you have chosen from her
extensive culinary repertoire. If you decide to eat out, there are a
number of excellent restaurants within a short walk or ride from
your villa.
Your kids will love the beach and the pool but when it is time to
come in out of the sun they will enjoy the video games and DVDs
that we have provided.
For our handicapped guests, Simply Paradise was
designed with your special needs in mind. The entire main floor and
the pool area is wheelchair accessible. Your private bath is
designed to allow wheelchair access as well. If you need special
assistance, our staff can arrange to have someone available as
needed. And should you need medical care, there is a 24hour medical
clinic only a few hundred yards from your front door.
Simply Paradise shares beautiful Cofresí Beach with two
world class resorts and the new marine eco-park, Ocean World. The
coral sand is cool on the feet and soft to the touch. There is ample
shade provided by swaying palms and lush sea grapes for those who
have had enough sun but still want to enjoy the atmosphere. On one
end of the mile long beach are rocks and coral that invite
snorkelers. There are usually breakers for body surfing in some
areas but then the rest is just right for wading. There are no rip
tides, no dangerous under tows and no jelly fish at Cofresí. The
only sharks that you will see are in the shark habitat at Ocean
World. Quaint Dominican souvenir kiosks are set along the beach area
but you will not be hassled by hawkers on the beach itself, that is
not allowed. Beach chairs and water toys are available at stands up
and down the beach.
For exciting night life, the casinos and Caribbean discos in
Puerto Plata provide an electric atmosphere. Hit the clubs to dance
the night away to the beat of salsa and the meringue, or try your
luck at one of the casinos. Our favorite night life, however, is to
sit on the balcony and enjoy the millions of stars visible above the
rollers on the ocean.
For our golfing friends, you are not left short changed. Some of
the Caribbean’s best courses are in the Dominican Republic. A
fifteen minute drive will put you on the beautiful courses at Playa
Dorado, and a hour long drive through the beautiful Dominican
countryside will put you on the Robert Trent Jones course at Playa
Grande. There will be no fighting for tee times, our staff will make
all the arrangements for you.
Snorkelers and divers will find plenty in the DR to entertain
them. When the wind is right, the snorkeling at Cofresi offers
beautiful coral, rocks and tropical fish. There are also many other
areas a short drive or short boat trip away. North shore diving
trips to reefs and wrecks can also be arranged by our staff.
Although the Dominican Republic is not yet known as a shoppers’
paradise, you will find lots to take home. Locally produced rums and
famous cigars are favorites as are the bright Caribbean paintings.
The DR is the only place in the world that the gem stone larimar is
found and one of the few places in the world that mines amber. These
jewels are readily available as are others from the Amber Museum and
other jewelers in Puerto Plata.
The casual Dominican life-style fits perfectly with a relaxed
vacation. But for those who insist on bringing work with them,
Simply Paradise is wi-fied for internet access, so bring your laptop
if you must. For those who need more business support, there is
internet access with printers and fax at the InterNet
Cafe and a complete business center is available at Sun Village
Resort, a short walk away.