Velero at Bayahibe is a two-building development by Solaire Properties, a developer based in Bayahibe, a coastal village known for its crystal-clear water, white-sand beaches and boat trips to Saona Island and East National Park. Its 116 apartments fill five floors above a ground level given over to the pool, common areas and parking: studios of about 32 to 52 m², one-bedroom condos of 52 to 75 m², two-bedroom units (including flex layouts) of 98 to 143 m² and, on the top floor, penthouses from studios to two bedrooms, all with a balcony or terrace. The architecture uses soft-edged volumes, generous terraces and plenty of greenery on the facades, with natural light and cross-ventilation. Services are those of a small private resort: a pool with a jacuzzi, bar lounge, restaurant, sun terrace, spa with a Turkish bath, Nordic sauna and shower, gym, minimarket, laundry room, barbecue area, 24/7 reception, parking and a golf-cart shuttle to the beach. Finishes include imported porcelain tile, double-glazed windows, Italian modular kitchens with quartz or porcelain countertops, appliances included (multifunction oven, induction cooktop, refrigerator and range hood), European-brand fixtures, air conditioning in the living room and bedrooms, and a smart lock. The beach is 15 minutes on foot or 6 minutes by shuttle, La Romana 15 minutes away, Punta Cana 45 minutes and Santo Domingo 1 hour 30. Construction began in July 2026 and delivery is scheduled for December 2028. Payment plan: USD 3,000 to reserve, 20% at contract signing, 40% during construction and 40% on delivery.
Location
Dominican Republic
Type
Price
Features
- 116 apartments
- Studios, 1 and 2 bedrooms, penthouses
- Pool and jacuzzi
- Restaurant and bar lounge
- Sun terrace
- Spa with Turkish bath
- Nordic sauna and shower
- Gym
- Minimarket
- 24/7 reception
- Beach shuttle
- Smart locks
- Beach 15 min on foot
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The neighbourhood
Velero at Bayahibe is in the municipal district of Bayahibe, La Altagracia province, on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic. According to the developer, the beach is 15 minutes on foot or 6 minutes on the project's shuttle, La Romana is 15 minutes away, Punta Cana 45 minutes and Santo Domingo 1 hour 30.
Bayahibe is one of the country's most established coastal destinations: crystal-clear water, white-sand beaches and the departure point for boat trips to Saona Island and East National Park. The village has kept its fishing-port feel while offering solid tourism infrastructure and steadily growing international visitor numbers.
Rental potential
Velero is designed as a resort-style residence, with 24/7 reception, a restaurant, spa, minimarket and beach shuttle, the services holiday renters look for. Studios and one-bedroom units suit couples who come for the sea and the excursions, while two-bedroom units and penthouses suit families and small groups.
Short-term rental depends on the condo's rules, which Horizon31 checks with the developer. Income varies by unit and season, and we prepare a personalized, indicative projection during the call.
CONFOTUR tax benefits
CONFOTUR (Consejo de Fomento Turístico) administers Law 158-01 on tourism development. Buyers of a unit in a certified project can be exempt from the 3% property transfer tax on the purchase and from the annual property tax (IPI) for up to 15 years. These benefits are time-limited and tied to each project's certification date.
For Velero at Bayahibe, Horizon31 checks with the developer whether the project is certified and how long any benefits have left to run, before any commitment. We also recommend confirming this with an independent local lawyer or tax advisor.
Buying steps
Discovery call
Clarify your plans with Horizon31: personal use, rental or both, studio, one or two bedrooms.
Choosing a unit
Floor, orientation and layout, from studios to top-floor penthouses, based on the developer's up-to-date inventory.
Reservation
A USD 3,000 deposit paid to the developer reserves the unit.
Contract reviewed by a lawyer
An independent local lawyer reviews the contract and the condo rules before signing.
Staged payments
20% at contract signing, then 40% during construction, on the developer's schedule.
Delivery and certificate of title
The remaining 40% on delivery, scheduled for December 2028, followed by inspection and a certificate of title in your name.
Velero at Bayahibe: frequently asked questions
How many units does Velero at Bayahibe have?
116 apartments in two buildings, on five floors above a ground level with the pool and common areas: studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units (including flex layouts) and penthouses on the top floor.
When will the project be delivered?
According to the developer's schedule, excavation began in July 2026 and delivery is scheduled for December 2028.
What is the payment plan?
USD 3,000 to reserve, 20% at contract signing, 40% during construction and 40% on delivery. The developer offers benefits for early payment, which we can go over during the call.
How far is the beach?
15 minutes on foot, or 6 minutes on the project's golf-cart shuttle, according to the developer.
Does the project qualify for CONFOTUR?
This status is not confirmed in our current information. Horizon31 checks eligibility and how long any benefits have left to run with the developer before any commitment, to be confirmed by an independent local lawyer or tax advisor.
