This beautiful 3 bedroom/3 Baths Golf Villa was sold yesterday. Located at the Cocotal Golf & Country Club, offering great owner benefits and resort amenities!

Cocotal Golf & Country Club
This active golf community provides many benefits, along with a low monthly fee that includes use of the clubhouse, hotel styled pool, sports facilities and private beach club at select Melia Hotels, and low monthly family membership at the area’s popular 27 -hole golf course.

Listing Link: http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Homes/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal/Agent/Listing_34027276.html 

Call Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate at 809-552-0421 to purchase a Golf Villa at Cocotal Golf & Country Club. If you are looking to sell your home or condo and you list with Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, your residence can be featured on our popular website and property catalogue and you too can be another SOLD by Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate.

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate  |  (809) 552-0421  | www.puntacanalife.com 

Located at the Cocotal Golf & Country Club, Gema Bahia is a resort residential, offering 2 Bedroom golf condos with stunning golf views.

Unit B5 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, SOLD for the price of us$212,000.  The condo has a comfortable distribution of 138m2 (1485 sq ft) with golf views and a terrace that overlooks the golf course. This upper level unit comes fully furnished, and features a spacious combined living/dining area, open kitchen with modern flat stove top and hood range, and an adjacent laundry room with a washer/dryer.  Qualities include marble flooring, dark wood trims, doors and cabinetry.

Cocotal Golf & Country Club

This active golf community provides many benefits, along with a low monthly fee that includes use of the clubhouse, hotel styled pool, sports facilities and private beach club at select Melia Hotels, and low monthly family membership at the area’s popular 27 -hole golf course.

Why should you Purchase with a Title Deed?

Over the years, hundreds of people have invested in Resort properties in the Bavaro-Punta Cana area of the Dominican Republic, many are struggling with many problems ranging from scams where their property has been resold to many buyers at the same time, to loss of rental income and high turn-over rate from tenants, due to condominiums problems as a result of not having established an HOA.

The absence of Title Deed is dangerous, especially now that many developers are struggling financially due to the economic crisis. Purchasing property with a Title Deed adds significant value to a property, which can be mortgaged at any Bank if desired, and it also attracts many more buyers, enabling a resale transaction to proceed in a far more straightforward manner.

The most important factor however, is that Title Deed gives absolute and undisputed ownership of your property.

Property Information:

Gema Bahia, B5

138m2 (1485 sq ft) 2BR/ 2Bth

Upper Level, Golf Views

Condo Fees US$ 80.00

Maintenance Fees: US$ 127.00

Listing Agent: Jocelyn Hernandez

 Listing Link: http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Condos/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal/Agent/Listing_6823529.html

 Call Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate at 809-552-0421 to purchase another great golf condo Cocotal Golf & Country Club. If you are looking to sell your home or condo and you list with Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, your residence can be featured on our popular website and property catalogue and you too can be another SOLD by Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate!

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate  |  (809) 552-0421  | www.puntacanalife.com 

Lot number 145B, which has approximately 1000m2, has SOLD for the price of us$160,000.  It features spectacular golf views and is located at Calle Los Cocos, one of the most sought after streets, reserved exclusively for Single family homes (Vilas), at the Cocotal Golf & Country Club.

Cocotal Golf & Country Club is an active golf community that provides many benefits that includes use of the clubhouse, hotel styled pool, sports facilities and private beach club and access to select Melia Hotels with discounts on Day & Night Passes, and offers a low monthly family golf membership at the area’s popular 27 -hole golf course.

Property Information:

• Home Site 145B
• 1000 m2
• Selling Agent: Jocelyn Hernandez
• Listing Agent: Paola Gil Fernandez

 Listing Link:

http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Lots_and_Land/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal/Agent/Listing_44171406.html

Call Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate at 809-552-0421 to purchase another great Home Site at Cocotal Golf & Country Club.

If you are looking to sell your home or condo and you list with Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, your residence can be featured on our popular website and property catalogue and you too can be another SOLD by Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate!

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate  |  (809) 552-0421  | www.puntacanalife.com

Located at the Cocotal Golf & Country Club, Las Quintas del Hoyo 8 is a resort residential, offering 1,2 and 3 Bedroom condos, with garden or golf views.

Unit 42, a 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, SOLD for the price of us$155,000.  The condo has a comfortable distribution of 111m2 (1176 sq ft) with garden views and a terrace that overlooks the golf course. This upper level unit features a spacious combined living/dining area, open kitchen with modern flat stove top and hood range, and an adjacent laundry room with a washer/dryer connection.  Qualities include marble flooring, dark wood trims, doors and cabinetry.

This active golf community provides many benefits, along with a low monthly fee that includes use of the clubhouse, hotel styled pool, sports facilities and private beach club at select Melia Hotels, and low monthly family membership at the area’s popular 27 -hole golf course.

Property Information:

Las Quintas del Hoyo 8, Unit 42

111m2, 2 BR/ 2 Bth, Upper Level

Condo Fees US$ 80.00

Maintenance Fees: US$ 127.00

Selling Agent: Paola Gil Fernandez

Listing Link: http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Condos/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal/Agent/Listing_33678307.html

Call Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate at 809-552-0421 to purchase another great golf condo at Las Quintas del Hoyo 8, or any other community at Cocotal Golf & Country Club. If you are looking to sell your home or condo and you list with Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, your residence can be featured on our popular website and property catalogue and you too can be another SOLD by Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate!

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate  |  (809) 552-0421  | www.puntacanalife.com

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Luxury Villa & Condo Rentals in Bavaro & Punta Cana

Finally live the life you've always wanted with Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate. Browse our select inventory of luxury vacation rentals. Professional Rental Specialists who have intimate knowledge of all our vacation homes will guide you in the selection of your perfect home. Treat yourself to an extra special holiday and our Agent will take care of all the extra details, from arranging car rentals, to booking that relaxing spa experience or exciting excursion. We're here to make your vacation inspired. Welcome to Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate!

Check out our property videos at: http://www.youtube.com/puntacanalifestyle

We invite you to learn about the unique experiences available in our featured vacation rentals, and unlike many area rentals- our rates include cable and electric!

Visit our website at http://vacation.puntacanalife.com where you'll be able to explore some of our offerings, and obtain information on dining, shopping, spas and sports.

A Journey to Paradise

Punta Cana, with her turquoise waters, warming sun and enchanting retreats, is paradise on Earth.  Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate fully embraces the opulence of this paradise and shares these tantalizing options with the affluent vacationer. We provide our discerning clientele with an engaging trove of information sure to inspire and facilitate an unforgettable Caribbean vacation.

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate has offices in Bavaro – Punta Cana, at Plaza Arenal Caribe No.5, and their website is at www.puntacanalife.com

If you're thinking about living in or purchasing a home in Dominican Republic, be sure to read our Buyer's Guide to help you find out about the legal process and the local real estate market. Link: http://buyer.puntacanalife.com

Buying Real Estate in Dominican Republic

If you are considering buying real estate in the Dominican Republic, be sure to hire a lawyer, and do not sign any contracts without investigation.

Attorneys and Real Estate Agents

If you are considering buying real estate in the Dominican Republic, be sure to hire a reputable lawyer. You should hire a lawyer to give you legal advice, and to assist you with the process of buying real estate in the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic has a reputation for unregulated matters in its real estate market, so you should have a lawyer to help investigate factors for your best interest.

A real estate agent can be helpful, but is not necessary- but why wouldn't you use the help of an agent who knows the area, the market and the language?  Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate offers some of the best properties in the Bavaro - Punta Cana areas- all with titles and effective on-site condo management.  Take a look at some of the best offers here: http://sale.puntacanalife.com

Rules, Regulations and Restrictions

There are no restrictions against the foreign ownership of property in the Dominican Republic. You are subject to the same laws as the local citizens.

General Process

First, you should settle on a property, and make an offer to the seller. Then a Reservation Contract should be drawn up, which is a contract of sale. You will put down a deposit, and the property will be off the market for a few weeks. Your lawyer should then review the contract, and do further investigations to make sure everything is legally sound. The property should be surveyed, and all of the taxes by the seller must be paid. Your lawyer can help you with this process.

If everything clears, you will need to sign the Final Contract of Sale/Title Deed. You will need to pay the rest of the balance to the seller, as well as necessary fees and taxes. You must register your new property with the Land Registry of the Dominican Republic.

For more information on the Bavaro - Punta Cana Real Estate market, contact Jocelyn Hernandez Irizarry at (809) 552-0421 or visit www.puntacanalife.com

Jocelyn Hernandez Irizarry

Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate

Plaza Arenal Caribe No. 5, Bavaro

(809) 552-0421

jocelyn@puntacanalife.com

www.puntacanalife.com

Villa Sevilla offers 3 spacious bedrooms, all with en-suite baths, and a large separate kitchen with open dining and living areas overlooking the lush tropical landscape of this popular Caribbean golf course.  This amazing home is distributed over 300 m2 (3228 sq. feet) of living space and boasts impressive features such as marble flooring, high ceilings, large roofed terrace and private pool.

Equipped with beautiful views of the golf course, large open areas and luxury finishing, this Villa creates the kind of soothing, modern space we know that many of our clients yearn for.  Uninterrupted tranquility and undisturbed views make this the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Amenities and Services

Located in Bavaro’s gated community-“Palma Real Villas”- a Resort Development built around a 27 hole golf course, offering 24 hour security and exclusive Owner Benefits such as access to 5 star hotels, use of pools, sports facilities and private beach club.  Contact us for more information on this community and its benefits!

This is another quality listing, marketed by Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, SRL under exclusive terms.  Contact us at (809) 552-0421 or visit our office at Plaza Arenal Caribe Nº5, in Bavaro.  Our office hours are between 10am to 3pm.  For this or other exclusive listings visit us at www.puntacanalife.com

Listing link

http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Homes/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal_Golf__Country_Club/Agent/Listing_34027276.html

Reference number: Nº 01-H447

After witnessing the changes in the infrastructure and increased area development in the Bavaro-Punta Cana area during the past 5 years, James and Eileen Foster were confident this would be the right place -and the right time- to invest in their future retirement property.  

All this, and the current market conditions, they knew this would be the perfect time to make the move.  They wanted a property that would generate rental income to offset all expenses, in a quiet and gated community with hotel styled amenities.  

Having traveled the world, looking for that special place, they chose Bavaro – Punta Cana- the perfect place away from the hustle and bustle of their home back in the States.   After two days of reviewing the best properties on the market, we found the perfect property to suit their needs.  At us$240,000, the Fosters settled on a spacious (143.6m2 / 1550 sq feet) 2 bedroom condo with panoramic Golf views at Las Quintas del Hoyo 8.

Las Quintas del Hoyo 8 is located at the Palma Real Villas community, built among the Cocotal Golf & Country Club in Bavaro.  A residential apartment complex is made up of 2 and 3 bedroom units with garden and golf views, it features marble flooring, treated wood trims and excellent quality for the value.  Their efficient on-site staff takes care of all maintenance issues and repairs, while enrolled in their profitable “Rental Pool” program.  

Ownership at Las Quintas del Hoyo 8, provides exclusive beach access through the Melia Hotels, located just across the golf course.  Owners enjoy access to the hotels and discounts on day and night all-inclusive passes, and an opportunity to learn to play Golf at a discount!

A smart move!
Lately, I’ve had more and more clients looking for a home for future retirement, despite the fact that there is no wrinkle or gray hair in sigh!  What’s going on?

These 40-somethings are planning ahead.  Buying a second home now may not only help them duck against future higher real estate values but perhaps more importantly, they are building an equity cushion for their retirement years.

Here’s how it works.  The buyer purchases a property now that can be rented out for an amount that will cover the mortgage, property taxes, insurance and any other assumed costs of owning the property.  

Buying a Vacation Home & Future Retirement Home
Buying a vacation home that doubles as a future retirement home requires thorough investigation.  You may want to settle on a desired location and then look for the least expensive house in the best possible area -but buying a future retirement property demands additional consideration, especially in Bavaro – Punta Cana.  

Since the purchase of Vacation & Future Retirement Home may be one of the most important and financial rewarding decisions you make, simply, the decision comes down to establishing a conservative financial boundary, drawing up a wish list and employing a real estate agency to find a property that will serve your needs now and in years to come.

Agency:  Consider an honest and knowledgeable agency.  The area is full of properties that have no titles and have no effective, on-site management- some have poor quality and construction.  You need a reputable company to help you through and avoid a future financial nightmare.

Rental Income:  A factor to consider is whether your vacation property can provide rental income before it becomes your full-time retirement home.  If so, you would be able to deduct a portion of your mortgage interest payments, taxes and maintenance costs against the rental income.  In other words, it is a great way to build equity and create additional cash flow.  It should come as no surprise that an increasing number of people have taken advantage of this strategy.  Take a look at our Property Management information.

Wish List:  After defining your financial boundaries, it's time now to come up with your wish list.  
•    What do you want in a home?
•    How many bedrooms and baths?
•    Do you want to live in a private gated community or out in the country?
•    Does it have potential as a rental property?
In addition, the right location should be established to ensure that all aspects of your vacation home experience are amenable to your current and future retirement lifestyle.  For example,
•    Are there reliable property management services to protect your investment while you are away?
•    What about local conveniences such as transportation, shopping
•    Healthcare facilities?
•    Beach and Golf Access?
Remember, this is your vacation and future retirement home.

With a bit of good luck, buying a vacation and retirement home can yield some interesting financial benefits including long term capital appreciation and additional cash flows.  Thorough planning can help mitigate future uncertainties and make the property buying process into a truly rewarding experience.

At the time of making any investment decision, also get well informed about all the risks factors associated with it.  See Guzman Ariza Attorneys at Law’s web page at www.drlawyer.com for important information on taxes and the buying process in the Dominican Republic.

To see this listing visit: http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/La_Altagracia/Condos/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal_Golf__Country_Club/Agent/Listing_33686888.html

Jocelyn Hernandez Irizarry
Sales, Rentals and Property Management
Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, S.R.L.
Office:    (809) 552 0421 |  USA:     (305) 600 4852  |  Skype:   puntacanalifestyles
Fax:         (305) 428 2722 | Email:    jocelyn@puntacanalife.com  |  Web:    www.puntacanalife.com

We knew this listing would not last long on our list.  Villa 237 is one of the finest properties within the exclusive gated community named Palma Real Villas, built within the 27 hole golf course of the Cocotal Golf & Country Club.

This private, single family home features 3-bedroom, 3.5 baths, large open living area access the large, lushly landscaped yard with outdoor Jacuzzi, pool with swim up bar, and gazebo with lounge area for great outdoor entertaining. 

Ownership at the Palma Real Villas community provides exclusive beach access through the Melia Hotels, located just across the golf course.  Owners enjoy access to the hotels and discounts on day and night all-inclusive passes, and an opportunity to learn to play Golf at a discount!

The Palma Real Villas residential complex, was conceived and developed entirely by Sol Developments, S.A., a company created in the Dominican Republic as part of Meliá Inversiones Americanas (Melia American Investments) owned 100% by Sol Meliá Hotels and Resorts.

For many years, Sol Meliá has been considered one of the leading hotel chains in the service and tourism industry, it is the ninth largest chain in the world, third largest in Europe. Listed in the major stock exchanges, Sol Meliá is property of a group of Spanish investors, headed by natives of Palma de Mallorca in the Balearic Islands.

Despite slower market conditions and fewer buyers, the Bavaro – Punta Cana area remains a top researched Real Estate destination.  We continue to receive leads and visits to tour our select properties.  Visit our website at www.puntacanalife.com to see how we can help you Find your Dream Home today!

View this listing at:
http://www.puntacanalife.com/Bvaro/La_Altagracia/Homes/Bavaro_Punta_Cana/Cocotal_Golf__Country_Club/Agent/Listing_29562849.html

Jocelyn Hernandez Irizarry
Sales, Rentals and Property Management
Punta Cana Lifestyle Real Estate, S.R.L.
Office:    (809) 552 0421 |  USA:     (305) 600 4852  |  Skype:   puntacanalifestyles
Fax:         (305) 428 2722 | Email:    jocelyn@puntacanalife.com  |  Web:    www.puntacanalife.com

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.- Mira Fine Art Gallery is launching its exhibition of Paintings, Sculptures and Photographs, "12 Artists" on Wednesday, February 24 at 7 p.m., with works on show by artists Alexander Polanco, Daniel Infante, Jonathan

Schmidt, Mark Lineweaver, Martín Cruz, Mauro Masi, Miguel Pumarejo, Nathalie Ramirez, Pablo Masi, Pedro Guzmán, Pilar Londoño, Solange Rodríguez and Tiano Solana.

Mira Fine Art is located in the Amstar Business Center, Unit 501, Carretera Bávaro km. 2.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.- Mira Fine Art Gallery is launching its exhibition of Paintings, Sculptures and Photographs, "12 Artists" on Wednesday, February 24 at 7 p.m., with works on show by artists Alexander Polanco, Daniel Infante, Jonathan

Schmidt, Mark Lineweaver, Martín Cruz, Mauro Masi, Miguel Pumarejo, Nathalie Ramirez, Pablo Masi, Pedro Guzmán, Pilar Londoño, Solange Rodríguez and Tiano Solana.

Mira Fine Art is located in the Amstar Business Center, Unit 501, Carretera Bávaro km. 2.

Punta Cana.– JetBlue will begin offering daily nonstop flights, year round, between Punta Cana and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, making golf vacations that much more convenient.

On May 8, the company will begin offering nonstop, Saturday flights between Punta Cana and Boston’s Logan International Airport.

To celebrate the new routes, JetBlue is offering these flights at $99 each way if booked by February 1 for travel between May 8 and June 12.

Punta Cana.– The British newspaper The Mirror in its online edition has named the greatest escapes for tourist in 2010, among which is Punta Cana as one of the most captivating places in the Caribbean.

According to the Web site, British Airways has launched a twice-weekly scheduled service to Punta Cana´s glorious beaches, with an all-inclusive week starting at £799.

The list also includes South Africa, Barbados, Lebanon, Romania and Istanbul, among other countries.