Presidential Suites by Lifestyle - Cabarete

The Resort and Its Setting

Presidential Suites by Lifestyle - Cabarete is an independently run timeshare resort affiliated with RCI, one of the largest vacation exchange networks in the world. It sits in Cabarete itself, a beach town on the Dominican Republic's North Coast that's built its reputation on water, wind and a slower Caribbean rhythm. Owning here means having a base inside a town rather than on the edge of one — everything from beach bars to surf schools is close at hand.

Cabarete and the North Coast

Cabarete is best known for wind: the town's position makes it one of the go-to spots in the Caribbean for kiteboarding and windsurfing, with conditions that pick up noticeably in the winter months. But it's not only a sports town — the beach itself draws swimmers and sunbathers, and the strip along the shore is lined with casual restaurants and beach bars that stay busy well into the evening. Beyond Cabarete, the North Coast rewards a bit of exploring: Sosúa's bay and reefs are a short drive away, Puerto Plata brings colonial-era streets and a cable car ride up to the mountains, and Laguna Gri-Gri near Rio San Juan offers boat trips through mangroves and coastal caves.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

Owners who no longer use their week at Presidential Suites by Lifestyle - Cabarete can list it for resale or rent directly on BidMyTimeshare.com. It's an owner-to-owner marketplace: you set your own asking price, pay a one-time listing fee to publish, and pay 0% commission on whatever you agree with a buyer — there's no cut taken from your sale price. Interested buyers and renters contact you straight through the listing, so you control the conversation and the final terms.

Because this is an independent resort rather than a managed brand chain, resale here typically runs through the resort's own owners' association or on-site management rather than a centralised corporate transfer desk. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, sellers should confirm directly with the resort what the transfer fee currently is, whether any right of first refusal is attached to the unit, and what the annual maintenance fee currently stands at — these figures aren't published centrally and can change, so get them in writing from the resort before closing. Buyers should ask the same questions: a resale purchase normally transfers the week or points allocation and RCI exchange eligibility (subject to RCI's own membership terms), but it won't include any loyalty perks or promotions tied to the original purchase contract.

What Renters Typically Look For

Renters researching Cabarete tend to ask about proximity to the beach, whether the unit sleeps their group comfortably, and what time of year they're booking for — winter months bring the strongest wind for kiteboarding, while the shoulder months either side can mean quieter beaches and better rates. Being upfront in your listing about unit size, view, and any RCI exchange flexibility helps renters and resale buyers decide quickly.

Practical Notes for Owners and Buyers

Access to Cabarete is via Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata, roughly 30 kilometres away, with onward transfer by rental car or shuttle. RCI members considering an exchange into or out of this resort should check availability well ahead, particularly for winter travel dates when demand for kiteboarding and windsurfing is at its highest. Owners listing a week should have their maintenance fee statement and any RCI membership documentation ready, as buyers will ask for both before committing.