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Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in Bora Bora!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Map
Vaitape, Bora Bora
  • Popular LocationPearl Resort Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationVaitape Harbor7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMt. Otemanu13 min drive
  • AirportBora Bora (BOB-Motu Mute)105 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in 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... 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, new appliances and KAYAKS! Extra housekeeping available. COMPARE OUR RATES TO THE RESORTS. The owners of the Black Pearl Over Water Bungalow and Brando's Bora Bora Bungalow are proud to present the newly remodeled Marlon's Over Water Hideaway... Right next door to his other one. 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. 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. 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!
PLEASE NOTE: Because we have kept our prices the same for the last five years, we will be raising our rates after February 1st, 2016... Any bookings made before that date will receive the existing rates... We have tried to keep our rates the same, but operating costs have become too expensive and we must adjust to ever rising prices.
Additional Information: As the owners of the very popular Black Pearl Over Water Bungalow in Bora Bora, we can't tell you how excited we are to offer, for the first time, Marlon Brando's historic Over Water Bungalows for vacation rentals. We have remodeled the bungalow to meet the needs of our sophisticated travelers and it is beautiful. Marlon Brando owned two bungalows, one for him and one for his friends. We have purchased both. Marlon's over water hideaway is the perfect location for snorkeling, walking hiking and swimming. 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. Please reserve early as high season books up fast.

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. Nir's rates for his 'Client cars' are far below the rental car places 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.

Property manager

Richard and Seiko Holland

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
Property Registration Number 8464DTO-MT

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bora Bora

Located in Bora Bora, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Vaitape Harbor and Spa Deep Ocean Bora Bora are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matira Beach and Mt. Pahia. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Pearl Resort Beach - 2 min drive
  • Vaitape Harbor - 7 min drive
  • Mt. Otemanu - 13 min drive
  • Sofitel Resort Beach - 25 min drive
  • Matira Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Motu Mute Airport (BOB) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pora-Pora Coffee Shop
  • ‪Tere Nui - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Te Pahu - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Aparima Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bloody Mary's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in Bora Bora! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in Bora Bora!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in Bora Bora!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bungalow Two - Marlon's World Famous Over Water Hideaway in Bora Bora! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from WWII Guns Faanui and within 6 mi (10 km) of WWII Guns and Alain Despert Artist Studio. Vaitape Harbor and Spa Deep Ocean Bora Bora are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Slice of Heaven
Both the owner and onsight manager (Nir) were extremely helpful. The car provided by Nir is a must and made grocery shopping and exploration of the island so easy. Loved having a full kitchen at this extremely clean property. Sunsets so lovely and jumping into the water to cool off divine - lots of sea life. Tis a little slice of heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa h.

Liked: Cleanliness
One Word - WOW!
This is the first for a review. From the minute we stepped onto the island we felt so welcomed and so taken care of, love you Nir!! Such a fabulous experience. Can't wait to share with friends and family so they can come next.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaleah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great spot this place was! Lots of sea life and a short ride to the grocery store, etc. The property manager is very helpful and friendly. The snorkeling is fantastic, and along with multiple types of reef fish, we saw octopus, rays, reef sharks (on an excursion), eels, and jelly fish. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully maintained property. Cool air conditions. Beautiful floors. Diving off the deck. Marvelous views. Communicating with the owners was easy, all went well!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property for my family of 4. Host was great they gave us a phone and we rented a car from them. We saw sting rays, sea turtles, and fish on the deck. Full kitchen and AC in every room. Watched some nice sunsets.They had great communication with arriving and leaving they allowed us to check in on arrival at 9am and leave at 4pm. It also included a 2 person kayak some floating things and snorkel gear. If we go back it will be here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Kaye W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Enjoyable
The property managers Nir and Tiare were awesome and very attentive to our needs. A cell phone is provided for communication purposes, and they recommended a restaurant that featured a Polynesian show. The location is fairly central between Vaitape and Matira Beach. Just make sure you have a car. The water pressure and temperature was great. There is plenty of room for two couples, but one bathroom was kind of an issue. We got by with the kitchen tools and dishes, but there could have been more options. Included spices and kitchen staples are minimal. Be prepared to purchase everything needed to prepare your own meals. The appliances worked fine, but there is no dishwasher. There is a clothes washer, but we didn’t use it. The amenities in the bathroom were also minimal. If you want to be able to wash your hair, you will need to bring your own shampoo and conditioner. Soap is provided, but there is no soap dish or body wash. The air conditioning worked very well and kept the rooms as cool as we wanted them to be. The deck area is in the shade, and the dock that goes into the water, which is in the sun most of the day, is very small. If sitting or lying in the sun is your thing, you will have to go to a beach. If you are looking for a 5 star resort, this is not it. However, it is a very reasonably priced bungalow option with lots of privacy. Watching the fish, swimming, and snorkeling without leaving the property is a definite plus! We had a blast here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing!! The pictures don’t do it justice. We had the best vacation ever in Bora Bora and will hopefully go back soon. The hosts were great and provided us with all the information we needed before we arrived and the place is perfect for a couple or a family of 4. It was just my fiancée and I and we had lots of space. The place was clean. You will need a car to help you get around the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Alissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
These bungalows are not part of a resort, so if you are looking for a resort style vacation, this is not for you. These bungalows are located on the north end of the island and most activities are located on the south end so a car is required. Some excursion companies will pick you up tho (by car or boat). The porch is perfect for enjoying dinner and the sunset. This bungalow is equipped with a kitchen and a washer (no dryer). You can snorkel and swim right off the porch area. Kayak available as well. The caretaker was very helpful in providing a rental car (at a much lower cost than Avis) and local cell phone for use around the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Bungalow 2
Bungalow 2 is a 2 bedroom bungalow on the north end of the main island across the water from the airport. Richard (owner/host) and Nir (property manager) were both excellent to work with and offer great recommendations for places to eat, tours, etc. Nir was so nice and very knowledgeable, helpful and responsive. He is a pleasure to talk to and got us a discount on an awesome family-run snorkeling tour where we snorkeled with reef fish, black tip sharks and stingrays, eagle rays, manta rays, and lemon sharks. They even picked us up at the bungalow. He can also help you arrange a rental car, which you'll need. The bungalow is private, spacious, and well equipped. It's clean, comfortable, and looks just like the pictures. We loved the covered outdoor deck and easy access to the water with snorkeling right off the dock. The main island is relatively small so it's easy to get anywhere on the island in a 1/2 hour or less. We loved having the overwater bungalow experience at a fraction of the resort prices - having money to dine out, do a tour and enjoy a day pass at a nice resort. Also, the food on the main island is much more affordable with great options. Be sure to go to Matira beach - a long, beautiful, walkable beach on the south end of the island with great sunsets, good snorkeling, beautiful turquoise water, and several good food options. This was our first trip to Bora Bora and we loved it. Such a beautiful place with warm, friendly people. Thank you for a memorable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne C., Stanwood WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice bungalow, needs some TLC
This bungalow is exactly as listed and the owners are very good with communication. The location is good for privacy but you only get sun in the afternoon on the small dock. The overall feel was great but it could do with a few upgrades such as new mattress and sheets. We stayed 8 days and could have used a change of sheets and newer towels. Bora Bora is beautiful and this was a good way to get an OWB without paying resort prices.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Property
We had such a magical stay at the over water bungalow. Nir was a wonderful resource and helped us book lots of activities. It was so fun being picked up by an outrigger right from our deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing! It was on the water facing the sunset every night. It was quiet, beautiful, and unique. The contact person, Nir, was amazing and easy to get ahold of and helped plan excursions. We are already looking to plan another trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

Fabulous location with great snorkeling off the deck!
Really enjoyed our stay here. We were in the water almost every day. Swimming to the left off the deck we saw clown fish in anemones, off to the right a bit further (around the headland) we saw manta rays a couple times. There"s even coral and fish (we even saw a moray eel) within a few meters of the house. That said, while the water was clear early morning, it got progressively cloudier later on in the day. It's quite an exposed location, so any wind will come whipping along the water. This meant we often didn't need the AC and just opened the windows and doors (we only saw mosquitoes occasionally in the land side bedroom). It also meant that on windier days it was hard to kayak as the wind was so fierce. Recommend bringing some kind of inflatable to tie to the deck and float around on. (Most of the inflatables provided were broken in some way). Also there was always (non invasive) activity out on lagoon to sit and watch - locals paddling by, tourist boats or local traffic. The house itself is as described by many others here - comfortable and functional. A couple of nits you should be aware of - the windows in the bedrooms rattled when the wind was strong (or occasionally when the AC was on). Also the house wasn't spotlessly clean, for example there were crumbs in the silverware drawer. We did also see one cockroach but other than that there weren't any other bugs/ants. Overall we had an amazing time here and highly recommend staying if you want to avoid the resorts
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Over Water Bungalow
Great location and wonderful reef with lots of fish at the bungalow. a must stay on your trip to Bora Bora
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

robert l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Wonderful house , great sunsets very relaxing , communication with owner was great , caretaker of the property was very helpful . Wonderful trip !
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY, North Hollywood

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to Nir for the awesome stay at bungalow 2 and arranging our excursions. The host made our stay very convenient. We miss this place already. Hope to see you guys again.

10/10 Excellent

Jory A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing.
The property manager Nir was very helpful to many activities on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Thelma, South San Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nir is very helpful and friendly. Way cheaper renting his car from Avis. He loan you his mobile phone was above all. Thank you Nir and hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Bora Bora
Wonderful over water bungalow with beautiful views. Easy access for small boats to pick up and drop back off for wonderful snorkeling and scuba diving adventures. Highly recommend visiting here.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priya P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it here
This is pure. No commercialism, no touristic hassles... live on the lagoon and swim, dream and create here. You know, the elements can be rough on wood and fabric, so some of the finishes are not as shiny as they were 3 years ago, but that can't keep us away. The lagoon is magical.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Honeymoon
This was the ideal location for my wife and I to celebrate our honeymoon. We enjoyed relaxing in the water outside the property and even got dropped off at the dock after one of our scheduled tours. Easy access to the local super markets and less than 20 minute drive to pretty much anywhere on the island. Nir and Tiare made pickup/drop off very easy and helped us to schedule all of our activities during our stay. Highly recommend booking this property for an unforgettable trip to one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia V.

Beautifully situated
We enjoyed our stay in the Bungalow and felt honoured to be in a cabin which is a local tour highlight. Property manager was incredibly easy to communicate with and helpful in guidance for local activities. We communicated regarding cleaning between guests and the feedback was well received.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nichole C., Bay City, OR USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bungalow in a great location
We really enjoyed our stay at the bungalow. We loved being able to hop in the water off the small dock and snorkel for hours. The location was perfect, very quiet, but still close enough to Vaitape to go shopping or go eat dinner. Nir and Tiare were perfect hosts. We would absolutely recommend this place (my friends are now going there in April from my recommendation) and would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This was my first time in a bungalow. I would say that it is ideal "beach / home combo" experience: swim, take a shower right there on the deck, have a snack and then relax either in the sun or under the roof. It wasn't humid at all even without air conditioning (which was working perfectly when needed) The manager Nir was very helpful with tours, dinging and other information about local culture and traditions. We were given the local phone for communication with Nir. It was really helpful. It was really great and relaxing vacation. People here always wear a smile :)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022