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In our past newsletter, we talked about Lemuria Residences presales starting in December. They will be the next residential condominiums to be developed as part of the Garza Blanca South Master Plan, which comprises a development of 1,927 acres, of which only 8% will be developed, divided into two phases.   The first phase of the development will be called “Garza Blanca South” comprised of 1,048 acres, of which only 79 acres will be urbanized; the remaining 969 acres will be preserved as an ecological reserve for hiking and exploration. The second phase, which runs along Los Arcos will be called “Garza Blanca Los Arcos”, and will include the remaining 879 acres for a development that is currently in blueprints.      The Garza Blanca South Master Plan was designed by Gensler, a prestigious international architecture and urban planning firm, together with the efforts of our internal architecture and interior design department. It will take seven years to complete with a total investment of approximately $500 million USD.  The Master Plan consists of 1,328 keys between beach hotels Villas de Montaña, La Garzetta hotel, Echoes Hotel, a boutique hotel, 2 condominium developments, single-family residences, a 23,000 square-foot spa, a treehouse development, another boutique hotel with panoramic views of the mountains, and Tierraluna.  Construction of Tierraluna began 18 months ago and is scheduled …

Mauricio Montes de Oca, the Director of the Real Estate Division of TAFER Hotels & Resorts is excited to share with members that Tierraluna, a magical village located in the south of Puerto Vallarta, right in the heart of the Garza Blanca South Master Development, will soon be completed. It will be a place surrounded by mountains and sheltered by green tropical jungle, where everyone can gather together for social activities, yoga, food, and art.   TAFER Hotels & Resorts is a luxury brand with an award-winning family of resorts that are characterized by their contemporary style, level of comfort, and quality of service. We are excited to introduce Tierraluna as the newest addition to our family, which will form a very important part of our Garza Blanca South Master Development.   Tierraluna is an innovative concept that will provide beautiful outdoor spaces allowing people to connect in a natural environment. It is the place where adventure lovers can explore wild landscapes.  Two rivers flow down to Tierraluna, passing through two large natural pools, where you can enjoy the freshness of the mountain and sunbathe on terraces made of natural materials. The rivers will continue on their way forming beautiful waterfalls where they will meet and continue towards the sea. In the middle of this paradise, there will be zen-like …

Mauricio Montes De Oca is the Real Estate division leader at Garza Blanca Puerto Vallarta and he has some exciting developments to share with members about Real Estate expansion.  TAFER Hotels & Resorts has been working with top global US based architectural firms, such as Gensler, on the master plan for the new Garza Blanca south community.    As a first phase of this new master plan, construction began last year on infrastructure and the development of a specially designed nature village that will be the heart of Garza Blanca Preserve. It will include more restaurants, shops, recreation areas, and large green open spaces that will host many activities and events, bringing to Garza Blanca local artists and creating fun with constant art walks where everybody can meet and watch handicraft demonstrations by craft artisans.  As the next Phase of this expansion, the design stage of the spectacular new residential condominium development is almost completed. Mauricio shared with us that we are just a couple of months away from offering this product, which will consist of luxury full ownership deeded condominiums, ranging from …

Tafer Group, the developer of Garza Blanca, within the tourism industry, has three main divisions: Hotel Operations, Residence Club Division and Real Estate Division.   The job of the Real Estate division is to develop and offer full ownership condominiums and residences at Garza Blanca. Mauricio Montes de Oca is the Director of this division and he works alongside two real estate experts: Ma Estela Nuñez and Barry Myatt. If you have any questions about the real estate ownership opportunities at Garza Blanca Puerto Vallarta, they are the right people to ask!  They will happily provide you with all the specs about our last beachfront residences for sale in buildings 1 and 2 or the panorama residences in building 4. As well, they will be able to let you know the status of the planning and design of the new real estate developments at Garza Blanca South. They can give you additional information about the timing of the opening of presales for members, family, and friends.   The Real Estate team at Garza Blanca is very knowledgeable and you can ask them any questions relating to applying your equity to a real estate purchase and all the legal ropes involved, such as ways to hold the deed, taxes, closing costs and every other little detail.  Become part …

If you’re looking to buy luxury property in Puerto Vallarta, there is nothing more upscale than the Grand Penthouse at Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa set on the 400 acre property with rivers, waterfalls and outstanding views.  Wake up every morning to room service and relax on your wraparound terrace taking in magnificent views of the shimmering ocean and city skyline. The  chic contemporary design of the Grand Penthouse redefines the concept of luxury  living.  The magnificent high ceiling and palapa roof tower over the opulent living room lending a sense of grandeur and making the space feel more open. The  exposed  wooden  beams  and  thatched  rafters  are  accentuated  by sophisticated  lighting  and Egyptian  marble  floors.  Panoramic  sliding  doors  open seamlessly onto the oversized terrace where you can enjoy breathtaking ocean views and fresh air. An outdoor fire pit lights up the space adding a romantic atmosphere.   The Penthouse can sleep up to six with three sophisticated en-suite bedrooms, all of which boast teardrop tubs, an integrated steam room and shower, twin sinks and separate toilet.   The master suite has a private living room leading to the terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi. Each bedroom has king beds, …

It’s an important question. If you are considering refinancing your home to purchase property in Mexico, there are several factors influencing whether it is the right time to buy. These factors include your own financial circumstances, time of year, and also what the larger real estate market is doing.   What can buyers expect if they purchase property right now? Real estate is a great way to protect your assets. Buying investment property could be your best option, especially during times like these when the economy is suffering. All circumstances point to this scenario.    Despite the fact that the pandemic has slowed things down everywhere, there has been an uptick in real estate inquiries. It seems that real estate is standing up as the number one option to invest, since the stock exchange is subject to market volatility.   The best time to buy is when borrowers can take advantage of low-interest loans. Now that interest rates are at the very bottom, more people are thinking about getting a really good buy. It is the perfect time to get a second mortgage on your home to buy your dream vacation residence in paradise. It is also the most convenient and solid investment there can be. If you make a …

In the current volatile market, investing in real estate is one of the most secure investments.    After the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic, concerns that the virus would disrupt global businesses caused investor faith to plummet and world markets crashed to an all-time low.   While stocks are a well-known investment option, buying real estate is also a great investment, which under the right circumstances may yield better returns. Throughout history investing in real estate has been the best way to guarantee your patrimony. It is something that can stay in your family and that they can enjoy for years to come.   Real estate and stocks have different risks and opportunities. The decision whether to invest stocks or in real estate is a personal choice that depends on your investment style and goals.     While real estate prices may be affected by other economic factors, their value doesn’t fluctuate as sharp and suddenly as with stocks and has the potential for substantial appreciation. As the property’s value goes up, your real estate can be leveraged making it possible for you to expand your holdings.  Real estate is an appealing option for many prospective investors because it is a …

Do you dream of living a luxury lifestyle in paradise? If you are considering buying property in Mexico, but are unsure of where to buy or whether to buy a house or a condominium, we have put together a list of top considerations to help with your dilemma.  Puerto Vallarta is an ideal location for foreigners due to its year-round warm climate, spectacular ocean and jungle scenery, endless outdoor activities and gourmet restaurants.  Apart from that, there are numerous other reasons to buy real estate in this beautiful city including pristine beaches, friendly locals, world-class cuisine, and first-rate hospitality.   Once you have decided on the location, you might still struggle with the decision of whether to purchase a standalone house or a condo. There are advantages and disadvantages to both types of housing depending on your lifestyle. Continue reading to find out more.  Pros and Cons:  Owning a standalone house in Puerto Vallarta definitely has its benefits. On average, a house offers you more privacy than a condominium. However, many houses in Puerto Vallarta have been built right next door to the neighbor’s house, so it may not offer that much more privacy than a condominium. If you do have …

Spread over 88 acres of lush tropical terrain, Garza Blanca Preserve is home to the award-winning Garza Blanca resort and Five Diamond Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta.  It seems that the cold and snowy weather during this winter has been making people realize that purchasing a second home in beautiful Puerto Vallarta is a great idea! There are still opportunities available to purchase either a fully deeded ownership or a fractional ownership so that you can combine residential ownership lifestyles with luxury vacation experiences.   Some people prefer a deeded full ownership property since they like the idea of traveling multiple times per year or prefer to spend the winter months in a sunny destination while it is snowing back home. For others, a deeded fractional ownership is ideal since they can plan to spend just one month of the year in their beautiful residence, but for a fraction of the price than if they owned the residence outright.   Right now, we have our last 9 beachfront units available for sale starting from $823,000 USD. We also have only 3 Panorama winter fractional ownership units left starting at just $200,000 USD for an amazing $1.6 …

Imagine 5-star luxury combined with the privacy of your own private residence on the beach.   If you are looking for more than just a vacation, we have released 14 strategically chosen residences available for full ownership and 3 fractional residences.  Full Ownership  As an owner of one of our full-ownership residences, you can enjoy your luxury residence as much as you want with the added flexibility of enlisting your property with our rental program.  Our Five Star boutique hotel services ensure that no matter the length of time you are gone, your residence will always be in tiptop shape for your return.  Fractional Ownership  If you want to enjoy the benefits of glamorous real estate ownership without the full commitment, residences in the fractional ownership program are divided into fractions of 1/12 (4 weeks) per year, for life. Fractional ownership is the shared ownership of a residence with partner owners in the same unit. Every share in fractional ownership is secured by a separate deed for each purchased residence.  Upon request, Garza Blanca will rent your fractional residence when you are not using it. Income generated can be used to …