The Storyteller’s Haven: A Romantic Split Level Loft In Casco Viejo

Some homes are simply places to live. The Storyteller’s Haven is a place to write your own chapter.

Set in the heart of Casco Viejo, Panama’s most famous historic district and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this romantic split-level loft sits within PH Casa Ruigar, an exclusive boutique building of only ten residences. Spanning 119.11 m² and delivered fully furnished, it blends the character of a historic setting with the comfort and convenience of modern living.

THE RESIDENCE
The loft unfolds across staggered levels connected by an open steel staircase, giving each part of daily life its own space while keeping the sense of volume and light that only double-height ceilings can offer.

The entry level opens onto the kitchen and dining area (7.01 x 3.56 m), with modern cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and traditional cement tile floors, plus a convenient powder room for guests.

A few steps up, the living room (6.99 x 4.70 m) is the heart of the home, with soaring ceilings, tall French doors with wooden shutters and a dedicated workspace. The doors open onto a balcony of more than 7 meters that runs the entire length of the apartment, overlooking the old town’s streets: the perfect setting for morning coffee or evening drinks.

The upper mezzanine is a private retreat: a bedroom suite (4.81 x 3.59 m) with warm hardwood floors, a full bathroom with a walk-in glass shower, a large walk-in closet and a surprisingly spacious storage room, something rarely found in the historic district.

Fully furnished and thoughtfully curated, the residence is ready to enjoy from day one, whether as a full-time home, a pied-à-terre in the city or a lock-and-leave second residence.

PH CASA RUIGAR
With only ten apartments, Casa Ruigar offers a level of privacy and calm that is hard to find in the heart of the city. Residents enjoy the essential modern comforts that historic buildings often lack: an elevator, a comprehensive security system and an assigned parking space in the private garage, a real luxury in Casco Viejo.

The building is crowned by a magnificent rooftop with a swimming pool, barbecue area and lounge spaces, offering views over the terracotta rooftops, the Panama City skyline and the bay.

LIFE IN CASCO VIEJO
Casco Viejo is Panama City’s most charming neighborhood: cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, plazas, rooftop bars, art galleries and some of the city’s best restaurants, all within walking distance. It is a lifestyle address for those who want culture and character, with the modern city just minutes away.

KEY FEATURES
· 119.11 m² split-level loft with double-height ceilings
· Bedroom suite with full bathroom and walk-in shower
· Powder room (1.5 bathrooms)
· Large walk-in closet and spacious storage room
· Balcony of more than 7 m along the full length of the apartment
· Kitchen and dining area with stainless steel appliances
· Fully furnished
· Boutique building of only 10 apartments
· Elevator and comprehensive security system
· 1 assigned parking space in the private garage
· Rooftop pool, barbecue area and city and bay views
· In the heart of historic Casco Viejo