Location: Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (In ZIHUATANEJO,15 Min from Ixtapa, and 20 Min/Zihua Airport.)
Accommodations: Condo, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Enjoy Zihua's paradise... in this romantic, artisan-style condo in a lush garden setting.
Natural materials create a warm and inviting space with the creative use of madera wood, colorful adobe, and beautiful river rock inlays. It is Traditional/tropical Mexico...
You'll find all 3 Suites... are spacious and comfortable, with plenty of closet space.
There is one ground-level suite, and 2 suites are upstairs, (one with a private balcony.)
Comfortable beds and luxury linens will make your stay away from home a pleasure.
The decor showcases much of the local arts and crafts, such as the bamboo furniture that is handmade by a local artisan! Also enjoy the fabulous colorful talavera sinks, creative paintings, Guerrero masques, ceramics, baskets and more...
For socializing, enjoy the spacious outdoor terrace and a living area that includes a
6' bar. And there is a FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN for the gourmet cooks and foodies of the group. With an abundant and colorful Mercado close by, filled with fruits, vegetables and seafoods, you'll surely be tempted to cook!
There is no automatic "dishwasher"... (bring your own; best if he can dance too!)
The playful pool is steps away... and Playa La Madera beach is a 5 minute walk down Calle Adelita a delightful but short walk. Stop for breakfast or cold margaritas !
Or try Playa La Ropa, for a short "hike", just 15 minutes uphill and down, for the best swimming. Almost EVERYTHING IS WALKING DISTANCE, or find a taxi at the entry.
Enjoy shopping for fresh fish & vegetables at the Mercado, just a 10 minute walk. Buy fish on the beach at Playa Principal from the locals. Hire a fishing boat for world-class fishing... and bring your catch to a local restaurant for grilling! (WOW!)
Did I mention FOOD and MARGARITA's? That would be FRESH and EVERYWHERE!
Both simple and fantastic restaurants abound! Try the taco stands or the 5-stars, your choice! Enjoy eating on "CALLE ADELITA", a favorite street just around the corner with fabulous choices. Enjoy fresh juices from Isabelle. Breakfast from locals like Pedro at CASA CAFE, or MONICA'S under the trees. And SALVADORE's makes great 2 x 1 cocktails to go, anytime!!! and great breakfast, lunch and dinner too!!! There is RUFO's's for great grill! Or LA GULA for gourmet "slow food". Plus many more choices ! (I must say, that during low season, many of these restaurants are closed... you'll have to see for yourself!)
There is great SCUBA DIVING (35 sites) in Zihua & Ixtapa, SURFING at Soladita and Troncones, yoga & spa too, and 2 world class GOLF COURSES in Ixtapa, and also in Ixtapa is a lovely
BIKE PATH for that morning exercise (rental bikes available) and a NATURE PRESERVE with CROCODILES. All of these adventures are a cheap taxi ride away. Take water taxi's to Playa Las Gatas or Ixtapa Island for SWIMMING, SNORKELING & MASSAGE on the beach. And close by, you can even CABLE over the treetops! You'll need a SIESTA !
And shopping is fun too! There is an Artisan Mercado, and did you know there is top-shelf tequila tasting? No time for the 2 TV's! That's a fact! It's too much fun!
A Laundry service is available 1 block away... (local prices), but this is harsh for delicate things... they use "Clor" that can ruin a great dress! There is no on-site laundry.
Bottled water is included! For each weekly rental, choose 1 day for cleaning service.
Newly completed (April 2007), you'll find this 1500 square foot condo a real joy!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: One in each bedroom, and 1 in living/kitchen area.
- Washer: NONE ON SITE. Closest Laundry Service 1 block away at local rates.
- Dryer: NONE ON SITE. Closest Laundry service 1 block away at local rates.
- Linens Provided: luxury 100% cotton high count sheets and luxury 100% cotton towels
- Beds
- King Bed (3) : King bed in each room with "orthopedic-type" comfortable mattress.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Cable.
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: about 20+ at this time, some good books too!
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool: 2 pools... (one is an adult only pool.)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: The kitchen is defined by a 6' bar and a pass-through to the terrace. There is a 6-burner stove and overhead fan, microwave, toaster oven. Beautiful local-design serving bowls. A real Cook's kitchen! Enjoy! (if you actually cook on vacation).
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Enamel casserole & roaster, heavy duty non-stick pots and pans of every size, and local clay pots great for cooking. Blender, French press & drip, & coffee grinder.
- Refrigerator: Full size
- Dishwasher: NONE...BRING YOUR OWN & I HOPE HE CAN DANCE TOO!
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Small charcoal grill on site.
- Deck/Patio: Lovely shaded terrace partially enclosed for outdoor dining. Table seats 6, 2 extra arm chairs, and a Mexican-style sofa outdoors.
- Balcony: Private balcony from 1 bedroom upstairs -Sol y Luna, suite # 3.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: View of mountains from upstairs and balcony, and view of lush gardens and palms from other areas.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): From the courtyard. Strength of signal varies & inconsistent... from strong to weak. We manage!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children: PREFER guests with children at least 10 years old... unguarded pools, balcony with low guardrail, concrete steps without handrails, kitchen dishes, utensils and some appliances on very low, open shelves & low shelves with breakable items. Windows that open in the shower are almost floor to ceiling with little protection from falls. breakable and dangerous items on low shelves. no pool protections...PARENTS NEED TO BE VIGILANT FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL AGE CHILDREN.
- Smoking Not Allowed: NO SMOKING UNIT !!! No smoking on balcony or terrace!
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High season (Nov-Apr) .. $240/night .. $1500/week
Low season (May-Oct) .. $200/night .. $1200/week
Holiday weeks ***Thvg, Xmas, New Yr & Easter at $1800/wk
Security deposit required to hold reservation. $ 300
Rental of 1 suite or 2 suites will be considered & can be negotiated.
This does NOT mean sharing, but will offer condo as 1 bedroom or two bedroom
for non-holiday times, when available.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Property Photos
- Garden exterior view of this center unit floors 1 & 2 - Mexican Riviera Vacation Rental
- View from terrace looking out across the pool... - Mexican Riviera Vacation Rental
- Terrrace with table and chairs by local artisans - Mexican Riviera Vacation Rental
- Living area with pebble floor design and local bamboo furniture
- Romantic and spacious suites, comfy kings, all with private bathrooms
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #138728
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