FAQs

Hideaway Beach is located on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, between Cabarete and Encuentro — about 10 minutes from Cabarete town center and 45 minutes from Puerto Plata International Airport (POP).

Yes. The Hideaway Beach beachfront is exclusively for residents and guests of the community. Unlike the public beaches in Cabarete, you'll find it uncrowded, well-maintained, and peaceful.

The reef break at Hideaway Beach is considered one of the best on the North Coast. It handles swells from different directions and works across a range of skill levels. The warm Caribbean water means you can surf year-round.

Send us a message through the Contact page or the Rentals page, and our team will respond within 24 hours with availability, rates, and any details you need. We can also arrange a video call to show you the property.

All rentals include access to the private beach, shared pool, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and parking. Rates are per night; weekly and monthly discounts are available — just ask.

Yes, fully. The Dominican Republic offers one of the most foreigner-friendly property ownership frameworks in the Caribbean. Foreigners have the same property rights as Dominican citizens. Read our full guide for more detail.

In general terms: you identify a property, sign a purchase agreement (promise of sale), conduct due diligence with a local attorney, and complete the transaction at the Title Registry. We recommend working with a bilingual Dominican attorney. We are happy to guide you through the entire process and connect you with the right professionals.

Yes. Typical additional costs include: transfer tax (3% of the property value), legal fees (1–1.5%), and title registration fees. Annual property tax applies to properties valued over a certain threshold. Our team will walk you through all of this before you make any commitment.

Yes. We offer full design and construction services for buyers who purchase a lot and want to build their own home within the community. We have a team of experienced local architects and builders who understand both the environment and international quality standards.

Yes. The community has controlled access and on-site security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Puerto Plata International Airport (POP / Gregorio Luperón) is approximately 45 minutes by road. Santiago International Airport (STI) is about 90 minutes. Both airports have regular connections to major US, Canadian, and European cities.