About 6km down a passable dirt road from the main highway, just on the other side of the Rio Chavón from the marina for the Casa de Campo mega-resort, sits this serene, holistic retreat named for the Taíno expression 'birthplace of the earth spirit.' The three rooms and seven oceanfront tents, all designed in pastel-hues, make for a dreamy escape for all comers.
The vibe, bohemian-chic combined with an authentic commitment to the local and sustainable, is created by owners Simon and Kira. Both are UK expats and immediately likable Kira, who is a certified homeopathic doctor, spent part of her childhood across the way in Casa de Campo. Guests can simply chill on the lovely waterfront property or there's yoga, spa treatments (running the gamut from mud cleansing and Ayurvedic massage to reflexology and detoxification; medicinal herbs are grown on premises), and delicious mostly vegetarian meals, served on request (from US$12). Or take on an initial consultation with Kira (US$120) and have her plan your wellness getaway.
