HOW FAR IS THE VILLA FROM THE AIRPORT?
The villa is about a 25 minute drive from Puerto Plata airport, transport can be arranged to pick you up for an additional fee. Please let us know when making the booking.
SHOULD we RENT A CAR?
We do recommend a car rental as although the villa is walking distance to the beach it can get very hot. A rental car is also a great idea to be able to explore the area, as there are lots of activities and sites to keep you busy during your stay.
IS THE BEACH close to the villa?
Cofresi beach is just under ten minutes walk, this is down a road with a slight slope thus if small children are in your group I recommend driving, especially when it is sunny and hot! Sun loungers are available to rent on the beach for a fee of approximately 100/150 pesos per lounger (equivalent to around $2).
The beach has some great little restaurants and is very peaceful, a perfect spot for a morning coffee, afternoon beer or a relaxing evening meal.
IS FOOD INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL?
Our villa rental does not include a fully stocked fridge. Several large supermarkets are situated in the centre of Puerto Plata and they offer a great selection of produce. (If you would like a list of all the local supermarkets I can email this to you) If you require a meal upon arrival we can supply this for an additional fee. Often our guests will go to the supermarket with Santa our villa manager as she will be the person you arrange your meals with.
DO we NEED TO DO ALL OF THE COOKING?
Goodness no! A cook is provided with the booking and is available from 8am to 3pm every day. It is customary to prepare the main meal for lunch time, if you would like to eat a hot meal in the evening the cook can leave this prepared for you. A menu is provided which features a mixture of American, English and Dominican cuisine. Vegetarian requirements can be catered for, and what you eat really depends on what you buy from the local supermarket!
iS THE VILLA FULLY STAFFED?
Bentley Villa has wonderful staff who will do their best to ensure you have a relaxing and stress-free vacation. Santa is our villa manager, she is really friendly, speaks English and is also a great cook. She has lovely and hard-working locally employed staff to help her during your stay. Carlos is our on-site handyman, you will see him most days ensuring a smooth running of the villa.
Our staff are very professional and discreet. Your rooms will be cleaned daily, laundry will be washed for you, please leave any dirty towels and clothes in the baskets provided. Bathrooms are supplied with towels, washcloths, soaps, toilet paper and a hair dryer if needed.
DOes the villa have WIFI?
We do have WiFi in the villa which is strongest on the ground floor, closest to the router. We also have a bluetooth speaker located in the main living area, please feel free to use this whether you want to have a boogie in the living room or just relax by the pool.
ARE THE BEDROOMS EN-SUITE?
All of the bedrooms have queen or king size beds, ceiling fans, air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms.
what about SECURITY?
Our priority is our guest’s safety. Santiago is our professional night watchman who arrives every evening and guards the premises. We also have security cameras at the front of the villa for extra safety. There is a safe in the main bedroom on the ground floor if you need to lock up any valuables. We do ask that you lock all windows and doors when you are away from the villa and at night, as you would in your own home.
is the villa adults only?
Children are always welcome! The villa has an indoor and outdoor staircase that leads down to the pool area and gym so please do bear this is mind when booking with small children. If you need a cot or crib please email us in advance and we can arrange this for you.
WHAT IF IT RAINS during our stay?
Unfortunately we cannot control the weather! Unlike the other villas in Puerto Plata Bentley has a gym, private cinema room and hot tub. The cinema has a varied selection of films and is the perfect time to try out the popcorn machine! If foosball and/or the pool table don't take your fancy we have a selection of books on the first floor of the villa and some board games and puzzles for both children and adults.
We have a massage table downstairs by the gym which is generally used by our amazingly talented masseuse Raquel, who also does the best manicures and pedicures. Santa can show you her treatment/price list and book a time for her to visit the villa that is convenient for you.
Here at Bentley Villa we do our best to ensure that you are still entertained even if the weather is not perfect (which isn't often to be honest!)
are additional guests permitted?
Guests are welcome but we do have a strict guest policy. Occasional guests are permitted but if you intend on meetings guests locally and inviting them to the villa for the entirety of your stay then they will need to be booked in along with your group reservation via Airbnb.
We have a one-off payment to cover the occasional guest during your stay. This will need to paid in cash upon arrival to Santa. Please email me for a guest quote.
The area of Cofresi is a peaceful place so we ask for your discretion and to ensure that guests treat the villa with respect as you would your own home.
We do have a strict guest policy and our night watchman will not allow any guests to enter the premises if the guest fee has not been paid. Any guests found to be staying on more than an occasional basis will be asked to leave.
CAN WE USE BENTLEY VILLA FOR AN EVENT, PHOTOSHOOT or FILMING LOCATION?
Bentley Villa is an ideal location for photoshoots, filming and special events. Please do email me with any questions regarding this as there may be an additional fee.
DO I NEED TO LEAVE A TIP?
Please note it is customary to tip the staff $7 per guest per day. The amount you tip is discretionary of course, but remember the staff work extra hard to make sure you have a perfect holiday :)
is the villa wheelchair accessible?
Bentley Villa has ground floor access from the road but unfortunately the pool, gym and cinema are accessible by a staircase only.