Bali Seven

The soundtrack softens to the sound of water and breeze as you follow the lane lined with palm trees toward Minitas. Bali Seven then emerges, two tranquil zen pools bookending a contemporary entryway made of stone and teak that opens to the sky, palms, and the quiet of a typical day.

This seven-bedroom retreat was designed for those seeking hotel-level elegance with the serene rhythm of a private home, just a few barefoot minutes from the white sand and turquoise shallows of Minitas Beach. With floor-to-ceiling glass sliding away, timber ceilings raising the light, and the great room drifting into gardens and the pool so effortlessly that breakfast seems to happen in the breeze, indoors and out are one conversation. It’s the harmony that discriminating tourists seek in the best Casa de Campo villas—privacy without distance, modern lines softened by nature, and every area calibrated to slow you down just enough.

A full house never feels crowded because bedrooms are set up like little havens. The composition is anchored by two large primary suites, each with an outdoor shower that exchanges four walls for sky and vegetation, a spa-bright bathroom, and a private courtyard. One of these primaries features internal access to a nearby room, which is a considerate feature for young travelers who wish to sleep close by. To help friends and family settle into their own rhythm, three guest suites along the central axis maintain the same standard: quiet climate control, spacious closets, and light that flattens every hour.

With glass on three sides, indoor/outdoor lounges, and steps that land directly in soft grass or at the water’s edge, the two recently added master suites by the pool and along the garden stand out the most. Nights end with starlight and the soft murmur of the sea from just down the path; mornings start with the first light peeking through the palms.

Life at Bali Seven flows on its own. A pergola frames late-afternoon reading as the garden gathers gold; the pool is long and level next to a wide deck where sun and shade maintain an honest balance; and when the day warms, the whirl of conversation moves beneath deep overhangs. With its professional appliances, sensible prep areas, and refrigeration that can accommodate a full day’s worth of beach appetites, the kitchen is truly cook-friendly. It can accommodate both family pancakes after an early swim and a private chef’s tasting.

The living room gathers the last stories of the day without raising its voice, bedroom courtyards catch the last breeze so sleep comes naturally, and alfresco tables hold court while lanterns push back the darkness. In person, what appears to be sleek minimalism feels cozy, a hallmark of a villa built for vacationers.

The best aspects of the resort are kept at a distance without interfering with the tranquility of the house. Altos de Chavón and the Dye Fore course are fifteen to twenty minutes above the Río Chavón canyon when golden hour demands stone lanes and gallery light; Minitas Beach is actually three to six minutes on foot, depending on your pace; the Teeth of the Dog clubhouse and spa is about five to ten minutes by car or golf cart; the Marina’s restaurants, shops, and yacht charters are roughly ten to fifteen minutes away.

Banks and larger grocery stores in La Romana town take fifteen to twenty minutes, while the Marina minimarket and pharmacy counters take ten to fifteen minutes for necessities. Bali Seven is located at roughly 18.41° N, 68.91° W in the central coastal belt of Casa de Campo, close to Minitas. On fully paved roads, arrivals are simple: Depending on traffic, it usually takes ten to fifteen minutes to get to La Romana International Airport (LRM), fifty to sixty minutes to get to Punta Cana (PUJ), and seventy-five to ninety minutes to get to Santo Domingo’s Las Américas (SDQ). Once you are settled in, a golf cart is perfect for beach, tennis, and marina hops.

The final one to two kilometers of the resort follow level, well-marked lanes that are comfortable for any kind of vehicle. A private SUV transfer is the simplest way to get started.

Bali Seven’s unique combination of a true walk-to-Minitas address and seven-suite flexibility—with two new master suites facing the pool and garden and zen water features—is what ultimately sets it apart from other Casa de Campo villas. It offers modern tranquility and family-first ease in one subtly opulent composition.

Three things to do in the area
• Play a front-nine at Teeth of the Dog, then stay for a long lunch overlooking the sea; • Meet in the morning with a swim at Minitas Beach and espresso at the beachfront café; • At sunset, explore Altos de Chavón for galleries, river views, and dinner on the plaza.

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