#Villas to own at Amanera Residences │ Dominican Republic **Owning an Aman Residence will give you full access to all of the resort's amenities, and offer a perfect escape from day-to-day life. Lounge by your own private pool or explore the stunning nature and surrounding landmarks of the Dominican Republic from your own Amanera Villa. At a glance, a clifftop perch above the Dominican Republic's most beautiful beach. A curved sweep of gold backed by tropical forest and a world-renowned golf course, Playa Grande is one of the most pristine beaches in the Caribbean – and one of its most inspiring ocean viewpoints. A secluded coastal sanctuary offering unparalleled privacy. The four-to-six bedroom Villas are contained in a private enclave beside Amanera, affording their owners the convenience of the resort and the privilege of unbroken seclusion.** **Bringing the outside in, designed to make the most of the light, warmth and wonder of the Caribbean, each Residence is interwoven into the tropical backdrop, with commanding views over the Playa Grande golf course to the ocean horizon. Seamless open-plan layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows and verdant roof gardens provide the best of indoor​/​outdoor living. Customised design, luxury villas are designed in collaboration with owners by architect John Heah, ensuring they are personally tailored, structurally impeccable and visually magnificent.** **Beside the perfect, powder-soft sands of Playa Grande, Amanera (‘peaceful water’) is a clifftop resort on the Dominican Republic’s northern coast adjacent to the exclusive Playa Grande Golf Course & Ocean Club, promising a lush mountain backdrop. Surrounded by lush gardens, Amanera’s two-bedroom Bay View Casa offers guests an accommodation in a prime position on the Playa Grande coastline. At the heart of the casa, a private swimming pool, terrace dining area and expansive sundeck form a central space to gather and enjoy the Caribbean outdoor lifestyle, ideal for entertaining surrounded by panoramic ocean views. To ensure a seamless stay, the casa has a personal host on hand to tend to every need. In line with the resort’s nature-inspired ethos, four tranquil ponds also surround the casa, for moments of private reflection.** **** ***_Experiences_*** Tropical jungle, the ocean and golden sands. Amanera’s position at the meeting point of jungle and ocean provides endless possibilities for exploration. Engage in watersports such as surfing, kayaking or paddle boarding; discover island wildlife on guided jungle nature walks and hikes, or make enriching cultural connections exploring colonial architecture and local fishing villages near Playa Grande. **** ***_Dining_*** Open to guests and non-residents alike, Amanera’s dining venues showcase seasonal and sustainable local ingredients from the Dominican Republic combined with international techniques. Surveying the sea from the clifftop, Casa Grande caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, complemented by a laid-back lunch spot at the Beach Club down on the sand. *Casa Grande*. With a terrace overlooking Playa Grande and floor-to-ceiling windows bringing in the beauty of the ocean vista, Amanera’s main restaurant treats diners to a spectacular panorama from very table. *Beach Club*. Down on the beach, tucked into a sandy cove on Playa Grande beach, the Beach Club provides feet-in-the-sand dining with a spectacular backdrop, conjuring local recipes and the classic dishes of Latin and South America for lunch, private-dining events and special-occasion dinners. *Lounge Bar*. On the top floor of Casa Grande, Amanera’s all-day Lounge is perfectly positioned to take in the spectacle of the ocean vista – a panoramic backdrop to complimentary afternoon teas, evening sundowners and expert-led rum tastings. **** ***_Wellness_*** Inspired by the shamanic healing traditions of the Taínos, the jungle-cocooned clifftop spa combines Caribbean plants and herbs with enriching natural blends from the Aman Skincare range. Amanera’s holistic approach encompasses a menu of massages, facials, scrubs and wraps, as well as transformative signature Spa Journeys. **** ***_Celebrations & Events_*** Host the perfect event, each Aman tells a story, interwoven with the culture it is immersed within and the convivial spirit of its venues. At Amanera – backed by mountainous jungle and fronted by the Caribbean Sea – guests are invited to imbue their special occasions with a sense of island flair, while taking advantage of Aman’s exemplary hospitality and the resort’s breathtaking location, whether gathering with friends in a spacious private villa or hosting a grand family wedding for 150 guests on the shores of Playa Grande, the resort’s pristine indoor and outdoor settings make for an unforgettable experience that perfectly captures the spirit of any occasion. ****