La Romana · Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo Real Estate
Casa de Campo is the Dominican Republic's most exclusive address — a 7,000-acre private resort community in La Romana built around three Pete Dye golf courses (led by the #1-in-the-Caribbean Teeth of the Dog), a superyacht marina and multimillion-dollar villas.
Quick facts · Casa de Campo
- Province
- La Romana
- Community size
- 7,000 acres (gated)
- Nearest airport
- La Romana (LRM), on-site
- Golf
- 3 Pete Dye courses
- 4-bed villa (from)
- ~$3.5M
- High end
- up to $20M+
- Foreign ownership
- Full (Law 16-95)
- CONFOTUR
- On qualifying projects
About Casa de Campo
Casa de Campo is a 7,000-acre gated resort and residential community on the southeast coast in La Romana, with its own international airport (LRM) on the doorstep. It was built in the 1970s by the Central Romana sugar company and shaped by names like Oscar de la Renta, and it remains the country's benchmark for ultra-luxury: three Pete Dye golf courses (the 1971 Teeth of the Dog is ranked #1 in the Caribbean), a deep-water marina, an equestrian and shooting centre, and Altos de Chavón, a re-created 16th-century Mediterranean artists' village above the Chavón River.
This is a villa market, not a condo market. Prices run from roughly $3.5 million for a four-bedroom villa to $20 million and beyond, and buyers are overwhelmingly high-net-worth owners prioritising privacy, golf and prestige over rental yield.
History of Casa de Campo
Casa de Campo opened in the 1970s, developed by the Central Romana Corporation on the sugar lands of La Romana. Pete Dye's Teeth of the Dog course followed in 1971, carving holes along the Caribbean shore, and Altos de Chavón — a stone replica of a Mediterranean medieval village, complete with a 5,000-seat amphitheatre — was completed at the end of the decade.
Over fifty years it has become the country's definitive luxury enclave, associated with figures like Oscar de la Renta and a long list of celebrity owners, while steadily expanding its golf, marina and residential offerings.
Why investors buy in Casa de Campo
The country's most prestigious gated community — scarcity and brand support long-term value.
Three Pete Dye courses including Teeth of the Dog, ranked #1 in the Caribbean, plus a superyacht marina.
Its own international airport (La Romana, LRM) sits beside the resort.
Full foreign-ownership rights and CONFOTUR incentives on qualifying projects.
Market & growth
Figures are approximate and informational only. Verify before transacting.
Prices & rental market
| 4-bed villa (from) | ~$3.5M |
|---|---|
| Premium / oceanfront villa | up to $20M+ |
| Buyer profile | High-net-worth, lifestyle |
Casa de Campo is a villa-only, prestige market. Four-bedroom villas start around $3.5 million and the best oceanfront and marina properties reach $20 million and beyond. Returns here are appreciation- and lifestyle-led; the scarcity of land inside the gates and the strength of the brand are the value drivers, not rental yield.
Figures are approximate and informational only. Verify before transacting.
Neighborhoods & zones
Golf villas
Villas fronting the Pete Dye courses — the core of the market.
Marina & Caletón
top tierMarina-side residences and the most exclusive beach enclaves.
Las Lomas / interior
Larger-plot villas with privacy away from the beach.
Lifestyle & who it's for
Life at Casa de Campo is ultra-private and service-led: golf, polo, tennis, an equestrian centre, the marina, beach clubs and Altos de Chavón's restaurants and amphitheatre, all behind controlled gates with their own airport. It suits buyers who want a turnkey, prestige second home and value privacy far above rental income.
Things to do & attractions
Teeth of the Dog golf
Pete Dye's 1971 oceanside course, ranked #1 in the Caribbean.
Marina Casa de Campo
A superyacht marina with Mediterranean-style dining and shops.
Altos de Chavón
A re-created 16th-century village with a 5,000-seat amphitheatre over the Chavón River.
Minitas Beach
The resort's private, calm-water beach and beach club.
Equestrian & shooting centre
Polo, horseback riding and a sporting-clays centre on the grounds.
Recent developments
- Jan 2026
DR sets all-time tourism record
The Dominican Republic drew about 11.6 million visitors in 2025, its best year ever, reinforcing demand at the luxury top of the market.
- Jan 2025
Teeth of the Dog restored
The resort completed a restoration of its signature Teeth of the Dog course, reinforcing Casa de Campo's golf-luxury positioning.
Buying costs & process
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Transfer taxOf the DGII appraised value (may exceed the sale price). | 3% |
| Legal / attorney feesTitle search, due diligence and closing. | ~1–1.5% |
| Notary & registryDocument notarization and title transfer recording. | up to ~1% |
| CONFOTUR exemptionFirst buyer of a certified project is exempt from transfer tax and the annual IPI property tax for 15 years. | −3% + 15-yr IPI |
| Annual property tax (IPI)On value above the exemption threshold; CONFOTUR units exempt for 15 years. | 1% |
≈4–9% of price all-in (commonly 5.5–7.5%). No additional tax for foreign buyers, who hold equal ownership rights under Law 16-95.
Source: DGII / DR property-law guidance (aggregated) · early 2026
Risks & considerations
Very high entry & narrow buyer pool
Multimillion-dollar villas serve a small market, so resale can be slow and price discovery thin.
High carrying costs
HOA, security, grounds and resort fees are substantial — budget well beyond the purchase price.
Not a yield play
Rental income is secondary here; buy for lifestyle and long-term appreciation, not cash flow.
Title & CONFOTUR diligence
Even in a premium community, verify title and any CONFOTUR status with an independent attorney.
10-year outlook
Informational, not adviceAs the country's flagship luxury community with finite land inside the gates, Casa de Campo should hold its value and prestige through cycles, helped by record national tourism and its own airport. Expect steady, appreciation-led performance rather than yield, with the usual top-end illiquidity. Informational only, not investment advice.
Investing in Casa de Campo
Can foreigners buy property in Casa de Campo?+
Yes. Foreign buyers have nearly the same rights as citizens under Law 16-95 — no local partner or residency required. You'll need a passport and a Dominican tax ID (RNC), which your attorney can obtain.
What are the closing costs in Casa de Campo?+
Typically 4–9% of the price (commonly 5.5–7.5%), led by the 3% transfer tax on the appraised value, plus legal fees (~1–1.5%) and notary and registry costs.
What is CONFOTUR?+
A tourism-incentive law that can exempt the 3% transfer tax and the annual property tax (IPI) for up to 15 years on qualifying developments. The benefit goes to the first buyer of a certified unit.
Can I buy in Casa de Campo without traveling to the country?+
Yes. Buying remotely is common: you grant power of attorney to an independent Dominican lawyer who runs due diligence, signs on your behalf and registers the title. We still recommend visiting before you buy.
What annual property tax applies (IPI)?+
IPI is 1% per year on value above an inflation-adjusted exemption threshold (around US$160,000). Units with CONFOTUR status are exempt from IPI for 15 years.
Can foreigners get a mortgage in the Dominican Republic?+
Yes — some banks lend to non-residents, usually at 60–70% loan-to-value and higher rates than in the U.S. or Europe. Many buyers pay cash or use developer financing on new construction.
How long does the buying process take in Casa de Campo?+
Usually 30–60 days: reservation, title search and due diligence, a promise-of-sale contract, the notarized deed (acto de venta), and recording at the Title Registry, which issues a new Certificado de Título in your name.
Can I earn rental income, and how is it taxed?+
Yes. Many owners rent short- or long-term through property managers. Dominican-source income is taxable; a local accountant can advise on ITBIS and income tax.
Do I need residency to own property?+
No. Ownership requires neither residency nor citizenship. Buying can actually support an investor-residency application, but it isn't a requirement to hold title.
Sources & last updated
Reviewed by Tropical Assets Editorial · Reviewed for accuracy — named local expert pending
Last updated June 2, 2026