Casa Sam

The day seems to go on forever as soon as you walk through the palms of Casa de Campo—salt in the breeze, birdsong in the gardens, and Casa Sam opening up ahead in modern, clean lines that breathe with the tropics.

The villa’s interior reads like a study in contemporary Caribbean ease: cool Coralina underfoot, dramatic smart lighting that changes from sun-bright to candle-soft, and an unseen network of Wi-Fi and surround sound that makes every gathering feel carefully planned without drawing attention to itself. The distinction between indoors and outdoors is reduced to a suggestion when the glass is moved aside, transforming the house into a single, open plane from salon to terrace. The heart of Casa Sam is revealed here, between shade and sunlight: an 18-meter pool with built-in umbrellas for midday peace and a twelve-seat jacuzzi that warms with the evening breeze, the waterline catching the last light as conversations continue.

At Casa Sam, life is meant to flow. With coffee in hand and a glassy pool, mornings begin peacefully on the terrace. By late morning, loungers fill up, children take over the shallow steps, and playlists blend into the sound of palms. The villa adopts its entertainer’s pace when hunger takes over. A private chef can set up a tasting menu in two well-equipped kitchens as easily as you would stretch dough by hand for a late lunch in the wood-fired pizza oven; circulation is simple, prep and refrigeration areas are exactly where they should be, and service finds its way to the appropriate table without anyone asking how.

The bar becomes a waypoint rather than a destination as the sun tilts, doors remain open to the garden air, and the lighting drops to that cinematic hush for which the smart-home system was designed. In person, what appears to be visually arresting design—balanced proportions, honest materials, and technology that vanishes as soon as it’s finished—feels effortless.

The same thoughtful tranquility permeates bedrooms. With quiet climate control, dark-out options, and luggage-swallowing storage, suites are designed for true relaxation. By day two, the rooms feel like yours. Sightlines draw you back toward water and green, baths are spa-bright and practical rather than fussy, and linens stay cool against sun-warmed skin.

The villa was designed with families and friends who enjoy traveling together in mind. It has areas where they can congregate without feeling crowded and nooks where they can curl up with a book or a call in the evening when things get quiet. Casa Sam is unique among Casa de Campo villas in that it maintains the laid-back vibe you came for while combining a resort-length pool terrace, a truly party-ready culinary core, and completely contemporary controls.

Perfect days are anchored by three nearby pleasures: swim at Minitas Beach in the morning and then have espresso at the beachfront café; explore the stone lanes of Altos de Chavón for galleries, river views, and a long lunch on the plaza; and end the day with a sunset cruise from the Marina and a late dip under the stars back at the villa.

Planning is kept honest and door-to-door by distances and travel times: Minitas Beach is about 5 to 10 minutes away by car or golf cart; the Teeth of the Dog clubhouse and spa is about 5 to 10 minutes away; restaurants and charters at the Marina are about 10 to 15 minutes away; the Racquet Center and equestrian facilities are about 10 to 15 minutes away; and Altos de Chavón and Dye Fore are about 15 to 20 minutes above the Río Chavón canyon. Depending on traffic, it usually takes 10 to 15 minutes to get to the villa from La Romana International Airport (LRM), 50 to 60 minutes from Punta Cana International (PUJ), and 75 to 90 minutes from Santo Domingo’s Las Américas (SDQ).

From each airport to the resort gates, the roads are completely paved, and the final one to two kilometers inside Casa de Campo follow level, well-maintained lanes that are suitable for any kind of vehicle. The easiest way to get there is by SUV or chauffeured transfer, and once you’re settled, a golf cart is perfect for beach, tennis, and marina hops. Consider the south-shore residential belt of Casa de Campo, which is located close to Minitas at roughly 18.41° N, 68.91° W, for map orientation.

The combination of an 18-meter pool with a twelve-seat jacuzzi and a dual-kitchen, pizza-oven entertaining core—wrapped in smart-home ambiance and seamless indoor-outdoor architecture—is what ultimately sets Casa Sam apart. It creates a private, design-forward haven that feels purpose-built for creating memories in one of the most prestigious enclaves in the Caribbean.

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