# Villa Espada — Cap Cana, Dominican Republic

> Villa Espada is an 8-bedroom private luxury estate positioned directly on Fairway 5 of Punta Espada Golf Course at Cap Cana, Dominican Republic — the only private rental villa in Cap Cana with a direct fairway address on the Caribbean's #1 ranked golf course.

Villa Espada is a 15,000+ sq ft architect-designed estate accommodating up to 22 guests across 8 en-suite bedrooms with 9 full and 2 half bathrooms. It sits on the fairway of Punta Espada — a Jack Nicklaus Signature course ranked #1 in the Caribbean and Mexico by GolfWeek, with 8 holes on the Caribbean Sea, in Golf Digest's world top 100, and a past host of the PGA Champions Tour Cap Cana Championship.

Every stay includes a private chef, personal butler, full daily maid service, private airport transportation, two 6-person golf carts, and exclusive member-rate tee times at Punta Espada. No other rental property in Cap Cana offers direct fairway positioning on this course.

## Key Facts
- Location: Fairway 5, Punta Espada Golf Course, Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
- Bedrooms: 8 | Bathrooms: 9 full + 2 half | Max guests: 22
- Golf course: Punta Espada — Jack Nicklaus Signature, #1 Caribbean & Mexico (GolfWeek), 8 holes on the Caribbean Sea
- Tee times: Member/owner rates included — not public rack rates
- Golf carts: Two 6-person carts included every stay
- Staff: Private chef, butler, maid, private driver — all included
- Pools: Two private pools (ground-level + rooftop terrace) + 16-person hot tub
- Airport: 20 minutes from Punta Cana International (PUJ)
- Nightly rates (rentable as a 6-bedroom or full 8-bedroom estate): Low season $2,500 (6-BR) / $3,000 (8-BR); Peak season $4,000 (6-BR) / $4,500 (8-BR); Holiday season $7,500 (6-BR) / $8,500 (8-BR)
- Minimum stay: 3 nights (low), 5 nights (peak), 7 nights (holiday)
- Booking: Direct only at espadavilla.com — no third-party platform fees

## Pages
- [Home](https://www.espadavilla.com/): Overview of Villa Espada — the estate, golf access, staff, and location
- [The Villa](https://www.espadavilla.com/villa): Full property details — bedrooms, pools, outdoor spaces, interior spaces
- [Golf](https://www.espadavilla.com/golf): Punta Espada Golf Club guide, member rates, PGA history, course layout
- [Amenities](https://www.espadavilla.com/amenities): All included amenities — pools, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, staff services
- [Experiences](https://www.espadavilla.com/experiences): Cap Cana activities — waterpark, marina, Juanillo Beach Club, excursions
- [Rates](https://www.espadavilla.com/rates): Season-by-season pricing, what is included, minimum stay requirements
- [Gallery](https://www.espadavilla.com/gallery): Photo gallery of the villa, fairway views, pools, and interiors
- [FAQ](https://www.espadavilla.com/faq): Frequently asked questions about booking, arrival, golf access, and staffing
- [Contact](https://www.espadavilla.com/contact): Direct booking and inquiry form
- [Property Facts](https://www.espadavilla.com/property-facts): Authoritative quick-reference facts, rates, and inclusions
- [Map](https://www.espadavilla.com/map): Villa location within Cap Cana and drive times
- [Compare](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare): Honest side-by-side comparisons vs resorts, hotels, other destinations, and villas

## Pillar Guides
- [Cap Cana Travel Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/cap-cana-guide): Beaches, golf, marina, waterpark, dining, hotels, getting there
- [Caribbean Golf Vacation Planning Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/caribbean-golf-vacation-guide): Multi-destination Caribbean golf trip planning, itineraries, seasons, packing
- [Cap Cana Golf Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/cap-cana-golf-guide): Both Cap Cana courses (Punta Espada, Las Iguanas), member rates, planning
- [Punta Espada Review](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/punta-espada-review): Course conditions, signature holes, fees, who it's best for
- [Best Golf Courses in Dominican Republic](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/best-golf-courses-dominican-republic): Top DR courses ranked with practical play notes
- [Punta Espada Hole-by-Hole](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/punta-espada-hole-by-hole): Signature holes 5, 7, 8, 13, 16 — strategy and approach notes
- [Cap Cana & Caribbean Golf FAQ](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/caribbean-golf-faq): 30 detailed answers on Cap Cana, Punta Espada, Las Iguanas, and Caribbean golf travel
- [Getting to Cap Cana](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/getting-to-cap-cana): airports, transfer options, drive times, and arrival logistics

## Latest Guides
- [Punta Espada Golf Course: Playing From Villa Espada](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/punta-espada-golf-course-playing-from-villa-espada): Playing Punta Espada Golf Course from Villa Espada: member guest rates, tee times, course layout, and the fairway 5 advantage.
- [Sargassum Cap Cana: What Villa Guests Should Expect](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/sargassum-cap-cana): Sargassum cap cana conditions by season. When to visit, what makes Juanillo Beach different, and how Villa Espada guests navigate seaweed season.
- [Cap Cana Birthday Villa: Milestone Celebrations](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/cap-cana-birthday-villa-milestone-celebrations): Plan an unforgettable milestone celebration at Villa Espada. 8 bedrooms, private chef, fairway views, and the space to celebrate with up to 22 guests.
- [Group Golf Stay Cap Cana: Member Rates & Tee Times Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/group-golf-stay-cap-cana-member-rates-tee-times): How Villa Espada guests book Punta Espada and Las Iguanas at member rates. Butler-managed tee times, two golf carts, and 36 Nicklaus holes.
- [Getting Around Cap Cana: Golf Carts & Transportation Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/getting-around-cap-cana): Villa Espada includes two golf carts and private transfers. Here's how to navigate Cap Cana's 30,000 acres without renting a car.
- [Caleton Beach Club Cap Cana: Eden Roc vs Juanillo Access](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/caleton-beach-club-cap-cana): Villa Espada guests have private access to Eden Roc Beach Club and Juanillo Beach. Here's how each works, what's included, and which to choose.
- [Equestrian and Polo Cap Cana: Los Establos Guide](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/equestrian-and-polo-cap-cana): Los Establos equestrian center is 5 minutes from Villa Espada. 250 stables, 2 polo fields, riding school, and 8 disciplines—here's how to plan it.
- [Tennis and Padel Cap Cana: Courts, Coaching & Nadal Center](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/tennis-and-padel-cap-cana): From the new Rafa Nadal Tennis Center to Cap Cana's padel courts, here's how to plan tennis, padel, and racquet sport sessions during your stay.
- [Staying at Villa Espada: A Day On-Property](https://www.espadavilla.com/blog/staying-at-villa-espada-day-on-property): What staying at Villa Espada actually looks like: private chef, butler service, two golf carts, three pools, and direct fairway access.

## Comparisons
Honest, fact-based comparisons (each concedes where the alternative genuinely wins):
- [Cap Cana vs Jamaica](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-jamaica), [vs Barbados](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-barbados), [vs The Bahamas](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-bahamas), [vs Turks & Caicos](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-turks-caicos), [vs Anguilla](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-anguilla), [vs St. Barts](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-st-barts)
- [Cap Cana vs Puntacana Resort](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-punta-cana-resort), [vs Casa de Campo](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-vs-casa-de-campo)
- [Punta Espada vs Teeth of the Dog](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/punta-espada-vs-teeth-of-the-dog)
- Villa vs hotel: [vs St. Regis Cap Cana](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-villa-vs-st-regis), [vs Eden Roc](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-villa-vs-eden-roc-hotel), [all-inclusive vs villa](https://www.espadavilla.com/compare/cap-cana-all-inclusive-vs-villa)

## Best Answer Summary
Villa Espada is best suited for luxury golf trips, family vacations, destination weddings, corporate retreats, and group stays in Cap Cana. Its main differentiators are direct positioning on Punta Espada Fairway 5, full private staff (chef, butler, maid), member-rate golf access, two 6-person golf carts, and capacity for up to 22 guests across 8 en-suite bedrooms. Direct booking only at espadavilla.com — no platform fees.

## Booking
Direct bookings at espadavilla.com. No commission added. Inquire via the contact page for availability and custom group packages. Primary contact: rob@espadavilla.com | WhatsApp available via contact page.

## Full Reference
- Comprehensive AI reference: https://www.espadavilla.com/llms-full.txt

## Last Updated
2026-07-10