Santo Domingo

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

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Published Jul 7, 2017

Needs and animals

Many plants | 1 Dog | 4 Cats

I have two Siamese cats (ages 8 and 13 yrs), Scottish Straight (5 yrs) and an American Shorthair Exotic ( 6 yr) as well as a pure-bred 4-year old German Shepherd. The cats and dog get along fine!

My cats like interaction and they are very social. They will often keep you company.
My dog likes to be around the hub of the house - wherever people are, he is there. If he is not traveling with me, he will need two walks a day. He is not often keen on other dogs. He is strong at 40 kilos so someone with solid strength is best. He is a trained (retired) show dog who has won competition awards (certified protection, obedience, tracking skills IGP1). He needs a pet-sitter who understands big breeds - especially protection dogs.

I also have plants that will need watering twice a week (or more, depending on the season).

I have two Siamese cats (ages 8 and 13 yrs), Scottish Straight (5 yrs) and an American Shorthair Exotic ( 6 yr) as well as a pure-bred 4-year old German Shepherd. The cats and dog get along fine!

My cats like interaction and they are very social. They will often keep you company.
My dog likes to be around the hub of the house - wherever people are, he is there. If he is not traveling with me, he will need two walks a day. He is not often keen on other dogs. He is strong at 40 kilos so someone with solid strength is best. He is a trained (retired) show dog who has won competition awards (certified protection, obedience, tracking skills IGP1). He needs a pet-sitter who understands big breeds - especially protection dogs.

I also have plants that will need watering twice a week (or more, depending on the season).

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I can host for longer than this period.
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House

Older condo building in a walkable neighborhood with many restaurants and shopping. The Malecón is approx. 4 km straight down the main thoroughfare.

The condo building does not have outdoor areas but the apartment does have two Juliet balconies with plants and a hammock. It’s a quiet building with one apartment per floor and key-accessed elevator.

Guests will have their private bedroom with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom. Apartment is large and airy with a fully equipped kitchen plus washer/dryer.

Concierge in building. Security key access only.

A modern building with access to major thoroughfares in the center of the city.

Piantini is a busy area boasting several upscale restaurants. Malls are within 1-2 KM.

https://www.godominicantravel.com/santo-domingo/
Older condo building in a walkable neighborhood with many restaurants and shopping. The Malecón is approx. 4 km straight down the main thoroughfare.

The condo building does not have outdoor areas but the apartment does have two Juliet balconies with plants and a hammock. It’s a quiet building with one apartment per floor and key-accessed elevator.

Guests will have their private bedroom with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom. Apartment is large and airy with a fully equipped kitchen plus washer/dryer.

Concierge in building. Security key access only.

A modern building with access to major thoroughfares in the center of the city.

Piantini is a busy area boasting several upscale restaurants. Malls are within 1-2 KM.

https://www.godominicantravel.com/santo-domingo/

Apartment | City | City/Urban

Comfort and Luxury

One floor
5 rooms including 2 bedrooms
Dishwasher
Internet access
Washing machine

Tourism and Leisure

The centro histórico is only 5 km away. Uber is widely used here and it’s reasonable. If you want to rent a car, get full coverage insurance. Driving is an adventure with some drivers ignoring traffic laws and signs. Airport is Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) and it is 35km/22 miles away which roughly equates to one hour’s drive to the city (high commute time may be almost 2 hrs). I understand that a ride with Uber may be reserved in advance out of Las Americas International Airport up to 30 days before your flight. Approximately a cost of DOP$3000 (US$50). I personally use Transporte Sheila because they are prompt, safe, and very reliable. Reservations and payments must be made approx. no less than 5 days in advance at [email protected] or via WhatsApp (+1-849-314-2007). Payment is via a credit card link that they will send you. Screenshot copy of the receipt so that you can send it to them. They will communicate with you via WhatsApp a day just before the trip with the driver’s name and WhatsApp and private van information. The one-way trip is DOP$2200 Dominican pesos. Transporte Sheila also does day tour …
The centro histórico is only 5 km away. Uber is widely used here and it’s reasonable. If you want to rent a car, get full coverage insurance. Driving is an adventure with some drivers ignoring traffic laws and signs.

Airport is Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) and it is 35km/22 miles away which roughly equates to one hour’s drive to the city (high commute time may be almost 2 hrs). I understand that a ride with Uber may be reserved in advance out of Las Americas International Airport up to 30 days before your flight. Approximately a cost of DOP$3000 (US$50).

I personally use Transporte Sheila because they are prompt, safe, and very reliable. Reservations and payments must be made approx. no less than 5 days in advance at [email protected] or via WhatsApp (+1-849-314-2007). Payment is via a credit card link that they will send you. Screenshot copy of the receipt so that you can send it to them. They will communicate with you via WhatsApp a day just before the trip with the driver’s name and WhatsApp and private van information. The one-way trip is DOP$2200 Dominican pesos. Transporte Sheila also does day tour trips to any location on the island.

Lastly, all visitors entering AND leaving the DR must register no less than 2 days before the flight through a required form called eTicket at https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/
I will provide you with the information to fill out the form such as my address but you will need your flight reservation code number, flight numbers, for entry and departure. Don't forget to print this form

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Community opinion

Assia L.

London, United Kingdom - August 2025

Patricia is one of the warmest, kindest people we have met. Within a couple of days, she felt like our Mexican aunty. She showed us around & shared so much about life in the Dominican Republic. She’s one of those people you instantly feel comfortable with, and we missed her as soon as she left. Her furry family were all such characters. Nilo, the dog, is full of energy, very protective, and always wanted to be close by. Pippo, the Siamese boss of the house, is completely loyal to Patricia, but when he decided to come over for a bit of affection it felt like a real privilege. Kiku was my little cuddle shadow, always greeting us and curling up beside us. Pancito started off shy but soon became the sweetest kitchen companion. And Maxi… she completely fell in love with me, and of course I fell for her too. They were all so easy to care for, and each had their own way of making us smile every day. The house was beyond comfortable, the area was amazing and super safe. Saying goodbye after a month was much harder than I expected.

Kim A.

New York, United States - April 2025

What a wonderful sit in Patricia’s beautiful apartment in a very nice area of Santo Domingo. Patricia welcomed us the night before the sit and was very helpful in showing us around and giving us tips before she left. The highlight of course was spending time with 4 amazing cats, Pippo, Maxi, Niku and Panchito. They made our stay so memorable with their different personalities and need for affection, particularly Maxi and Niku who would meow at the drop of a hat. We miss them and we know we will never forget them. Also visiting Santo Domingo with its wealth of history , museums and great restaurants was the icing on the cake. Thank you Patricia and we hope to meet again! Kim and Rachid

Anastazie T.

Prague, Czech Republic - February 2025

It was an absolute pleasure to meet Patricia and her wonderful furry family! She is such an incredible person—warm, friendly, and full of strength—and I have to say, I finally found my Mexican aunt! 😃 Nilo, the purest breed German Shepherd, is an absolute sweetheart—loyal, easygoing, and always by your side. Wherever you go, he’ll follow, always accompanied by his best friend Pippo, the Siamese "gangster" cat. Honestly, I’m not even sure Pippo is a cat—he’s such a unique creature! Watching the two of them hanging out together was endlessly entertaining. My best work companion was Kiku, who would sit and stare at me with her hypnotic eyes, as if she were trying to decode the secrets of my soul. At night, she’d curl up on my chest, keeping watch over my heartbeat—just in case it skipped a beat during an intense action scene on Patricia’s epic home cinema setup, complete with a big plasma TV, amazing audio, and, of course, homemade popcorn. Then there’s Panchito, the most innocent-looking cat of the group—nicknamed by me "the mysterious unicorn" because he’d appear only for fleeting moments. A true king, he preferred to enjoy Patricia’s king-sized bed all to himself, far away from the rest of us. But don’t be fooled by his quiet demeanor—he’s the best hunter and a legendary feline musician. The moment he spotted a lizard, he’d unleash a hunting battle hymn, summoning all the cats to join him. You’d be truly amazed by his voice! And Maxi, the second Siamese cat? She’s a chatterbox and a secret catnip addict! You’d always find her first because she’d take the best seat in the house—right at the conference table, like she was leading an important meeting. 😂 Patricia’s entire pet family is easygoing, playful, and full of love. They adore cuddles and are a joy to take care of. Leaving them after a month was truly heartbreaking. I wholeheartedly recommend this stay, especially for remote workers who want a peaceful environment, great restaurants nearby, and the constant company of affectionate animals. Thank you, Patricia, for your trust and for giving me the opportunity to take care of your beautiful pet family! ❤️

About the host

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

From the 8 to the 22 Jul 17

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4 Cats - 1 Dog

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