Welcome to our Hilltop Refuge

Ocean View Homes 

 If you are looking to rent a fully equipped upscale home at a moderate price, then MONTE PLACIDO is the place for you! As the name suggests, we are a "placid" mountaintop residence that is calm and peaceful, gated and safe, We are NOT a hotel. We are not open to the public.

Monte Placido is a way from the hustle bustle and noise of Las Terrenas.Yet, we are only a 15 minute drive town. SELECT THE PERFECT ACCOMMODATION! Our homes sleep from 1 to 8 guests. We have a home to suit your needs. We encourage LONG TERM stays and give considerable discounts for over 30 days.

A Tropical Mountain Paradise

~Infinity Pool~

The beautiful pool gives the illusion of water cascading into the ocean. The shallow area makes it enjoyable for children. It's the perfect place for everyone to cool off and take a swim.

​The comfortable pool area includes two separate spaces for relaxing and socializing. There is a Bar-B-Q grill, dining area and  lounge chairs for sunbathing.The pool and outdoor lounge/dining are common spaces accessible to all our paying guests. As our guest, if you wish to reserve the pool area for a special party, please present your request to us in writing at [email protected]

~​Peaceful Natural Beauty ~

Monte Placido is a hilltop refuge. We care about the environment and value the beauty and abundance of nature. As a result, our botanical gardens burst with color and over 250 tropical plants, making a true bird watchers paradise! ​

-Independent Power and Water-

Monte Placido is ECO FRIENDLY using mainly SOLAR POWER with both city power and a large generator for back up. We are seldom without electricity which allows digital nomads to keep working during city power outages. WE HAVE OUR OWN WELL and unlike the city of Las Terrenas, we are never without water!

-Internet and Digital Nomads-

OUR INTERNET IS FIBER OPTIC CABLE which is very stable and sufficient for average internet consumption such as emails, zoom meetings and television streaming. Each home with it's own WiFi router with a private access code. We host many digital nomads and they have been very satisfied with the internet. However, if your work requires high internet usage and a lot of bandwith, we suggest your travel with your own Starlink or other portable service.

-Shiva's Cave for Exercise and Special Events-

Shiva's Cave has a large wooden workout deck and an interior cave chamber. It can be used for your own personal workout and meditation or rented for special events.

-Outdoor Gym-

Wake up to exercise in nature at the outdoor gym and fitness circuit. We offer a Pull-up Bar, a Park Bench, a Double Bar and a Low Bar.

-Onsite Services-

Monte Placido offers many on-site services such as a shuttle van to Las Terrenas, massage, hiking in the hills, and fishing with a local fisherman. Meals and groceries can be delivered. We are in walking distance to Yerba Buena Restaurant.

-Conveniently Located- 

  • It is a five minute drive from the spectacular El Portillo beach, where Mosquito Bar is located, perfect for a sunset cocktail or meal by the ocean.
  • The nearby town of Las Terrenas is a fifteen minute drive from the grounds. Admire the scenery and ocean view along the way to this diverse and friendly town, with its international influence and great local community. ​This hidden gem has an active nightlife, with many shops and restaurants by the beach, and plenty to explore within its limits.
  • We are close to the absolutely stunning Waterfalls in El Limon and perfectly located within range of all Samana excursions.

-Samana Beaches-

​Monte Placido is centrally located to explore the 12 unique beaches along the coastline of Samana. El Portillo beach is only five minutes away and is a popular location for locals and visitors.
​Each beach has its own charm and personality, ranging from the  liveliness of Punta Poppy lined with bars and restaurants, to the beautiful and peacefully quiet Coson beach.

-Easy Access-

Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) is the main hub for international flights, it is located two and a half hours away. The roads are new and in excellent condition. We suggest you download the driving directions to your device. It is best not to depend on GPS or assume a taxi driver from Santo Domingo knows his way around Las Terrenas. 
We are a 40 minute drive from the nearest airport - El Catey in Samana (AZS).

~Your Hosts-
Monte Placido is the dream come true of property owners Don and Diana, who created and built this hilltop refuge outside of Las Terrenas in 2003. Originally designed for private and family use, they began to offer vacation home rentals to the public in 2010. They live on-site and are available to assist you, or share their experience and knowledge of the area.