Vicki Gunvalson Shares a Peek at Her New Beachside Property
The RHOC alum confirmed the purchase while giving thanks to her boyfriend, Michael Smith: "He's my biggest cheerleader."
Vicki Gunvalson just expanded her real estate portfolio.
After renovating her Puerto Vallarta “oasis,” The Real Housewives of Orange County alum announced she had acquired another property in the Mexican resort town. Vicki confirmed the news in an October 26 Instagram post in which she shared some kind words for her longtime boyfriend, Michael Smith.
Vicki thanks her boyfriend, Michael Smith, after purchasing a condo
“It’s been a busy weekend closing on my newest property in Puerto Vallarta,” she captioned the photos of her and Michael standing against an ocean backdrop. “So thankful for [Michael] and all the support he continues to do for me. He’s my biggest cheerleader and always is willing to be there for me. At this time in my life, it’s so nice to have someone that I can count on. Thank you Mike.”
Vicki also gave a glimpse inside the new digs while several workers installed the washer and dryer units, microwave, and chrome refrigerator. The October 26 Instagram Story highlighted the condo's beige floor tiles, wooden cabinets, and spacious balcony with breathtaking views.
Vicki reveals her plan for her latest Puerto Vallarta property
Vicki has been visiting Puerto Vallarta over the past 30 years and now considers it her “home away from home.” She and Michael make regular trips to the beachside town and typically stay at Vicki’s newly updated “main” house.
The former OC ’Wife spoke about her Mexican properties in the July 29 episode of My Friend, My Soulmate, My Podcast, explaining why she decided to purchase another Puerto Vallarta condo.
“I got notification yesterday my third condo will be delivered to me in about four to six weeks,” she said. “They’re moving fast… I’m like, ‘Shit, I don’t need another condo in Puerto Vallarta.' But the reason I bought this was an investment… Ideally, I want to own the third place for at least two years. I’ll rent it out… I’m gonna decorate it really happy and fun.”
Vicki said her newest condo is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit located on the 22nd floor of the beachfront complex.
“It’s very fancy,” she continued. “So I’m gonna rent that out for two years. Then I’m gonna see how it goes. If no one destroys it, then I’m gonna sell it.”
Vicki says she's opening a "Whoop-It-Up" bar in Mexico
Vicki also teased her plans to finally open a bar in Puerto Vallarta. She said Michael, whom she began dating in 2022, has been very helpful during the early stages as he’s used his contractor background to source potential locations.
“I don’t really want to own a restaurant, but I want to own my Whoop-It-Up bar because I think it’s going to be so much fun,” she said. “We need it in Puerto Vallarta.”
