370 Zaragoza, Casa Catalina, Puerto Vallarta, JA

$2,649,000
Property Type: Houses Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 7,930 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,943 Status: Pending
Current Price: $2,649,000 List Date: 6/22/2024 Last Modified: 3/03/2025

Description

Designed for entertaining, Casa Catalina embodies the essence of Vallarta's tropical elegance. With an enviable address, the 7,900 sf villa offers breathtaking views of the river, the city and and Bay of Banderas from the top of the Gringo Gulch neighbourhood. Steeped in Hollywood history and originally designed by renowned architect Freddy Romero and the villa was once the residence of famed director John Huston. Whether you are searching for your dream home in the heart of Vallarta, a luxury vacation rental with significant income potential, or even a bed-and-breakfast opportunity, Casa Catalina offers it all.

Supplements: Completely revitalized, this four-level villa boasts five luxurious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, and views of the city, mountains and ocean. The main living area features a top-of-the-line chef's kitchen with convenient butler's pantry, and multiple spacious terraces perfect for entertaining and taking in the spectacular views. The heated saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen, BBQ area, home theatre, library, and more transform Casa Catalina into a private paradise within the charm and energy of Puerto Vallarta. From the upper level you will enjoy sweeping views across the jungle valley, the Cuale River, and the Bay, all the way to Los Arcos and Cabo Corrientes. Entertainment spaces include a grand 3-meter bar, multiple lounging areas, and al fresco dining, along with endless sunsets and the twinkle of the evening lights from the city below. The custom designed kitchen, complete with top-of-the-line KitchenAid appliances, a 150-bottle wine refrigerator, and a large butler's pantry, is an ideal setting for hosting lavish dinner parties. The primary bedroom suite, also located on this level, features one of Freddy Romero's signature glass bottle windows, adding a unique touch to the ensuite. The street-level entrance opens to a charming library and two spacious bedrooms, both offering a shared terrace that overlooks the lower pool deck and cityscape. On the lower level, you'll find a second kitchen that serves the pool area and movie room, along with two additional bedrooms, laundry facilities, and garage access. The pool deck, with its oversized heated and cooled saltwater pool, palapa, cabana, and barbecue area, offers ample space for lounging and entertaining. Rare for Gringo Gulch, Casa Catalina includes a double garage and bodega, plus the added advantage of an adjoining vacant lot with its own entrance, providing extra privacy and development potential. This historic villa is just steps away from Casa Kimberley and the vibrant amenities of Centro and the Romantic Zone. With fully upgraded modern conveniences such as solar power, water filtration, high-speed internet, enhanced security, and expanded storage, Casa Catalina perfectly marries the charm of Vallarta's past with the comforts of modern living. This exceptional property is a rare opportunity to own an iconic piece of Puerto Vallarta's rich history.

More Information MLS# 32658

Address

Street Number: 370 Street Name: Zaragoza Property Name: Casa Catalina State: JA Zone: Puerto Vallarta Area: Centro North Community: Gringo Gulch

General Description

List Price USD$: 2649000 List Price MXN$: 52200000 Total M2 const: 737 Total SqFt: 7930.12 Lot M2: 645.3 Lot SqFt: 6943.42 Total Bedrooms: 5 Full Baths: 5 1/2 Bath: 3 Total Baths: 6.5 Year Built: 1960 Furniture: Furnished Primary View: Ocean Secondary View: City Pet Friendly: Yes Style: Multiple Levels Parking: Garage Mstr Plan Community: No Pre-construction: No Construction Manifest: Yes

Contract Data

Begin Date: 2024-06-20 Status: Pending

Status Change Info

Seller allows showings while Pending: No Under Contract Date: 2025-03-25

Not Used

Original Price USD$: 2900000

Appliances

Clothes Dryer: Gas Oven: Gas Range: Gas

Devices

Air Conditioning: Mini Splits Water Heater: Tank

Connectivity

Alarm: Attended Internet: Infinitum Telephone: 1 line TV: Cable

Property Features

Amenities: Bar; Deck; Fence / Wall; Garden; Palapa; Patio; Pool; Pool Heater; Second Kitchen; Sitting Area; Storage Area; Terrace; Home Theater; Outdoor Kitchen; Outdoor Shower Appliances: Clothes Washer; Dishwasher; Disposal; Microwave; Refrigerator; BBQ; Ice Maker; Wine Cooler Walls: Concrete Devices: Ceiling Fans; Water Purification Road Type: Cobblestone Title: Escritura; Fideicomiso Connectivity: Security System Electricity: CFE; Solar Sustainability: Solar Panels; Water Filtration Location: Hillside How To Show: Agent To Accompany; By Appointment Only
Last Updated: March - 03 - 2025
370 Zaragoza, Casa Catalina, Puerto Vallarta, JA- MLS# 32658
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Ben started Wanderlust after becoming a veteran of the Latin American property development scene. With degrees in Anthropology and History, he has been attracted to the incredible cultural diversity and history of Mexico and Central America from a young age. A hunger to explore brought Ben to Nicaragua where he spent five years building custom vacation homes. Because these projects were mostly on raw land with limited resources, he was forced to learn all facets of the development process: he was expected to be the designer, architect, engineer, and builder. Most of the furniture, cabinetry, and windows were built by hand, as was general infrastructure such as roads, wells, and electrical and septic systems. These five years in Nicaragua have made Ben incredibly resourceful, and developed in him an “anything is possible” attitude.

While in Nicaragua, he joined his wife Kassidy’s nonprofit, The Sweet Water Fund, a grassroots foundation dedicated to inspiring Nicaraguan villages and empowering the local women through job opportunities, healthy lifestyles, and the arts. They spearheaded many projects such as nutrition and fitness programs, a suspension bridge over the local river so kids could more easily get to school, and a school kitchen built completely out of recycled materials.

After returning to the United States from Nicaragua, Ben became a general contractor in Sonoma, California. He completed multiple prestigious projects in the Sonoma and Napa valleys, including the remodeling of old-world wineries and the building of several spectacular second homes.

Three years later, Ben and Kassidy realized that the lifestyle and pace of Latin America was calling them back, so, in 2016, they and their two little boys, two dogs, and two cats made the leap down to gorgeous San Pancho to start all over again.


Ben was fortunate to work under Fred Feibel of F.L. Feibel y Asociados in San Pancho, where he developed a deep understanding of the practices and customs of Mexican real estate. After Fred’s untimely passing at the end of 2017, Ben took on the role of broker and lead agent and ran the office with his mentor’s high level of integrity and customer service. In the following year, Ben boosted the company’s sales by 350%, increasing its referral base and closing ratio.

Now a sought-after agent in the Riviera Nayarit, Ben decided to start his own company, Wanderlust Real Estate + Development. He brings his tenacity, organization, energy, optimism and creativity to the Wanderlust team and prides himself on keeping everyone on track and their clients informed, calm, and happy.