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The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora!

Vacation home near Matira Beach in Bora Bora

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Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Marina
TV, DVD player, books, music library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vaitape, Bora Bora
  • Place, Tupitipiti Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Pahia
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matira Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bora Bora (BOB-Motu Mute)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bora Bora

Oceanside stay.Within half a mile (1 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Tupitipiti Point and Mt. Otemanu. Mt. Pahia and Mt. Hue are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tupitipiti Point - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mt. Pahia - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Vaitape Harbor - 10 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Matira Beach - 17 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Le Meridien Beach - 40 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Motu Mute Airport (BOB) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pora-Pora Coffee Shop
  • ‪Iriatai - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Upa Upa Panoramic Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vini vini bar - ‬7 min drive
  • Varavara

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora!

PLEASE NOTE OUR CANCELLATION POLICY. THERE IS $1,000.00 DUE UPON BOOKING WHICH IS NON-REFUNDABLE. THE LAST PAYMENT IS DUE TWO MONTHS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AND IS ALSO NON-REFUNDABLE. HOWEVER, IF I CAN FIND ANOTHER CLIENT TO TAKE ALL OR SOME OF THAT RESERVED SPACE, I WILL REFUND ALL OR PART OF THE SECOND PAYMENT... VOTED WORLD'S MOST ROMANTIC OVER WATER BUNGALOW BY LONELY PLANET 2019!! PLEASE READ OUR REVIEWS. WE HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS LONGER THAN ANYONE AT THE COMPLEX... WE HAVE THE ONLY THREE OVER WATER BUNGALOWS WITH FULL AIR CONDITIONING! The Black Pearl is truly a spectacular and luxurious over water Bungalow. The only bungalow out of the five with its own private walkway! Extra housekeeping now available as well as special catered in bungalow dining (Must be booked well in advance)! COMPARE OUR RATES TO THE RESORTS. The Black Pearl is our most Luxurious Bungalow. Truly, the most beautiful privately owned over water home in all of French Polynesia... A gorgeous covered terrace, overlooking the lagoon and palm covered islands, just a few hundred yards away, is fully furnished with quality outdoor furniture and gas barbecue, DOUBLE KAYAK and NESPRESSO machine. NOW WITH NETFLIX!! Here you can enjoy many wonderful hours -- reading a good book, marveling at the natural beauty of the area, or just doing nothing. If you wish to take a dip in the warm waters, nothing could be simpler. Just go down four steps on your private dock and dive in. Right there you can snorkel for hours, check out the thousands of colorful fish in and around the coral reef, or just lie on the beach under a palm tree, while sipping a Tahitian punch.

Please note, that we can help set up tours for you: Authentic Tahitian Motu picnics, Polynesian weddings, Jet skis, shark and manta ray feed, sunset sailing, scuba diving, island jeep and snorkeling tours, even a tattoo with a Tahitian master!

Additional info: Our over water home is the perfect location for snorkeling, walking hiking and swimming and the bungalow comes with two kayaks. Paradise surrounds you.
If you need help with rental cars, international or domestic flights, we can help with that too. We have many returnees and we are confident that this will be your vacation of a lifetime! Our rates are very affordable, especially if you've checked out the prices of some of the 4 and 5 star hotels on the island. Our home is a true travel bargain. Every detail is exquisite. We have a 40 inch flat screen smart TV... High speed internet and wifi... Bathtub, Walk in shower. This is a luxurious as it gets.
Please reserve early as high season books up fast.
Many thanks and best regards,
Richard and Seiko

CAR RENTAL: You will need a car. Other options are carts, bikes, taxi and water taxi (Not always available).
PLEASE NOTE: Contact our manager directly for CAR RENTALS. His name is Nir, and he can be reached by email. His special 'Client car' rates are far below the car rental companies on the island.

Trip, Airline, Hotel and Car Assistance!!!: We would be pleased and happy to help you with your entire trip to paradise. We can arrange your International Flights to Tahiti on any applicable carrier, as well as your Inter-Island Flights on Air Tahiti. We can also book your Hotel Accommodations and Rentals in Tahiti or on any of the other islands you might care to visit. Please email me for further information.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Refer to lease agreement for CANCELLATION POLICY. This must be filled out, signed and returned before reservation is complete.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 8464DTO-MT

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi (99-min drive) away from the Motu Mute Airport (BOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi from Matira Beach and 2.6 mi from Le Meridien Beach.

Does The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! to downtown Bora Bora?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Nunue.

The Black Pearl! The most luxurious private OVER WATER BUNGALOW on Bora Bora! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation and wonderful bungalow! Had everything we needed and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! On the quiet part of the island (about a 15 minute drive from the main town area). Nice house with a working AC. Not really luxurious, but it is a great place to stay for a great price point. Highly recommend a car or scooter if you're staying here. Clean upon arrival and the check in process was simple. The hosts gave us a phone to use during our stay and they were quick to respond to all inquiries. The BBQ grill was fantastic. We used it a few times and cooked meals at home. The area immediately around the bungalow isn't all that great for snorkeling due to depth of water and a lot of boat traffic. It's quiet and a nice experience. Bring a Fire Stick for the TV if you want apps other than Netflix. WiFi was great. Bathroom was spacious and has great water pressure and hot water. No issues at all during our stay. Beautiful view from the back porch staring at the blue water in the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

benjamin m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was very comfy and cozy. Also very nice staying on the island instead of the resorts because we were able to go do stuff really easily.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. S.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RON AND JEONG R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've never experienced a total relaxation immersion as the Black Pearl overwater bungalow. It is totally private and is heaven on earth. Going to sleep with a trade wind and lapping coral bay and waking to a rising sun and massaging trade wind is magic. We will definitely rebook.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular stay-we didn’t leave the bungalow except for going out to eat. We just sat on the back balcony and stared at water, watched boats, planes, while reading and being present. Perfect stay for couples that like and love each other
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you! Amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!!!!

This was our dream retirement trip, and we booked this overwater bungalow a year in advance to stay two weeks. We completely loved staying here!!! It was very private and spacious and beautiful and well-equipped. Nir was also fantastic - we communicated before and during our stay. He was always very friendly, quick to respond, and his recommendations were great! You will need a car to stay here. We rented a car from Nir, and he made it so easy & convenient! (Plan ahead to bring local XPF currency for that). The coral and fish directly around the bungalow were unbelievably beautiful! We spent many hours in the water right there. Sometimes the water was so clear that we didn't even need to get in to watch the fish! We used the bungalow's kayak and paddled out to the motu, which was fun & gorgeous! There is so much to watch just while relaxing on the back deck of the bungalow- ferries, planes, tour boats, kayaks, etc. This is a great place to relax, have fun, and enjoy all that Bora Bora has to offer! My husband & I highly recommend it, without hesitation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

Everything was amazing from start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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The bungalow had everything you need in a beautiful location. We enjoyed having a nice kitchen and we certainly enjoyed the privacy. The property doesnt match the description. The house is not luxury, snorkeling not greatimpressive. around thebungalow
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay with easy access to the water. Lots of shops and restaurants to choose from. Lots of activities are avaliable as well. The bungalow was exceptional. A grill on the back patio as well as a kayak to paddle arpund in.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little Paradise

My husband and I had a fantastic stay in the 'Black Pearl" Bungalow. It was beautifully decorated and had all the most updated appliances we could ask for. The BBQ was great!We loved that the air conditioning covered the entire bungalow. It was fantastic to step into the water off of the private landing. Our dock was a private entrance and we loved that entire privacy of this bungalow.The road behind us was noisy ,however this was the only small issue.The property manager "NIR" was fabulous ! He gave us a phone to use and we called him for any questions. He was so happy to help us and organized a private snorkle tour for us which was the most amazing experience we had. We followed some Manta Rays. We highly recommend this VROB if you want a private bungalow and local experience in the real Bora Bora.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This place was perfect!. We rented a car from Nir, which I would highly recommend. He makes it so easy, he meets you as soon as you are off the shuttle boat with the car and keys and a local phone in case you need it. It rained all day the day before leaving so we drove around the island and checked out some restaurants/bars that were located in hotels and we for sure Had the best accommodations, area of the island and the best view with our own aquarium to to swim in everyday. Nir was so helpful and very fast to help with anything. I only had two questions and he was very prompt to answer them back. Side note about the island. If you stay there on New Year’s Day know all the stores and restaurants are closed this day. There is a contact in the bungalow to hire a private chef if wanted. They make fresh bread everyday at the local grocery store. Once we caught onto this we went every morning to get warm fresh baked bread.Even though we’re not big tv people having Netflix on the living room tv was nice to have.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd H., PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Beautiful over the water and beyond our expectations. Everything you would ever need. Once you arrive with supplies there is no need to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Everything was exactly as advertised. Very spacious and comfortable bungalow. Nir was fantastic, from picking us up to telling us everything we needed to know about the island. Can’t say enough good things about our stay! Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Black Pearl

We stayed here for our honeymoon and loved it so much! The location was on a quieter part of the island and our bungalow was very isolated compared to most. The house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We loved being able to step off our deck and into the water. We also loved feeding the fish cornflakes and watching them swarm around us. We even saw a stingray one night. The kayak was an added bonus and we had fun using it as well. The property manager was very responsive and helped answer any of our questions. Great place to stay and we highly recommend. We will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H., Boulder City NV

Liked: Cleanliness

21 Days In Paradise!

We had an amazing 21 days at the Black Pearl - Nir and Taire were incredibly accommodating and helpful throughout our stay. Nir was always available for any questions, and Taire even picked us up at the dock and took us to the rental car location. Check-in was smooth, and Nir provided us with a local phone for easy communication. The location is exceptional, offering privacy compared to other options. Renting a car from Nir is a must for exploring the island. The bungalow was clean and well-equipped, exactly as advertised. We spent most of our time swimming, snorkeling, or enjoying the stunning views from the deck. The Saturday morning outrigger canoe races passing by were a highlight. The amenities, from the comfortable bed to the thoughtful lighting, exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed grilling fresh fish and sampling various restaurants on the island. La Villa Mahana was a standout for special occasions, while Snack Matira offered a more casual experience right on one of the world's top beaches. Overall, it was the best vacation we've had. Highly recommend the Black Pearl. - Bill & Tina
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron B., Denver, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We celebrated our anniversary here, and enjoyed it very much. The local managers were extremely helpful when checking in and out, and we would definitely recommend renting the car you will need directly from them. Overall a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Pocatello

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Overwater Bungalow

The Black Pearl is an amazing place to stay for a couple! Richard, Nir and Taire were all very flexible and helpful. Taire helped us check in when we were able to arrive early on a standby flight. She met us at the ferry drop off with the car and showed us around and gave us all the information. The bungalow itself is about a 10 minute drive from downtown and is amazing! It has almost everything that you need including an incredible view, which is the most important to us! If you’re looking for a place that is absolutely perfect, there are a few cosmetic things that could be improved. None of them made this stay any less fantastic! Having air-conditioning is an amazing extra! The bed was comfortable and the bathroom is fantastic. We woke up every morning and had coffee on the deck looking out at the incredible Motus across the bay, then we would go snorkeling around the corner, so close you could walk. Our first morning snorkeling we interacted with a huge Reef Ray for about 20 minutes, a long gift to us! We also swim with spotted rays, black tip reef sharks, and many many amazing fish. Some of the coral went so deep we couldn’t even see the bottom of it. One morning a huge group of dolphins were playing in the clear water about 200 yards off the deck. We took the kayak out and just sat in the middle of them while they swam all around us. If we hadn’t been at the Black Pearl, these things probably wouldn’t have happened. Location, Location, Location!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

We were very happy.

We genuinely enjoyed our stay at the bungalow. We were impressed with the high quality appliances, lots of kitchen accessories. Toaster, blender, storage bowls etc. The wash machine was nice to have as well. The shower was awesome, big and with a rain shower head that had great pressure. Also big fluffy bath towels were included along with 2 beach towels. The King size bed was comfortable. When it got hot, the air conditioner cooled it down quickly. Also if you opened all the windows you could get a nice breeze blowing through. It was fun sitting on the deck, enjoying the fish and beautiful water. I would recommend a rental car, we got ours through Nir, it was a great asset, we were able to grocery shop, go out to eat and go to the beach. The only negative we found was the blinds in the living room were mostly broken, which meant they had to be down the whole time, there was no way to raise them. Although it would have been nice had they worked, it did not hamper our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent choice

Great VRBO. Clean, stocked, helpful hosts. Unique location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

joanne h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

The bungalow was wonderful. Very clean and comfortable. So very relaxing, we spent hours on the deck just watching the boats and fish go by. We snorkeled right off the dock. If you go off to the right when you are facing the ocean there are fish. The excursion boats were able to pick us up and drop us off at the dock. Tom was great and very helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A week in Paradise

The property is beautiful, stocked with almost everything you'll need. The property owner was extremely responsive to any questions before the trip and the in-country manager was also extremely helpful both before the trip and once we were on island. When you see the proximity to each other of the overwater bungalows at some of the large resorts, you'll really appreciate how private this overwater bungalow is. If you're someone who wants to have have a short walk to shopping or dinner at a restaurant, this isn't the place for you. Most shops and restaurants were a 15 - 25 minute drive, but many restaurants provide free pickup and drop off for dinner. This was a perfect base for both relaxing and exploring the island and would love to stay here again if we make it back to Bora Bora someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William R., Kamloops, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

The pearl of Bora Bora

We really had a great time here and can not say enough about what a great place it was. From booking to check out it was easy to communicate with the owner and the property manager, everything was seamless. We rented a car from Nir and was picked up at the ferry and dropped off when we were done. Checking into the bungalow was easy. The bungalow itself was great, over the water and far enough from the one next it for some privacy. The inside was nice and had everything we needed, the outside had a nice covered back deck and a walk down swimming platform. Always a breeze on the deck which was good for watching the tropical fish below and the sunsets. We snorkeled right off the platform and had a lot to see, even a small blacktip Reef shark. The location on the island was great for getting around. The Black Pearl bungalow far exceeded our expectations and would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Bora Bora.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023