Vacation Rentals by Owner

Peaceful

Guest: russell s.
Date of Stay: 04/07/12 Review Submitted: 04/22/12

Just reviewed our pictures and realized we spent the majority of our week at the condo. Many mornings,afternoons, and evenings spent just enjoying the scenary from the patio or pool. Our host lives on site and took care of our every need. We plan on returning if we do not puchase our own property but, we would recommend family and friends stay there.

Owner response:Hola Rus It was a pleasure to have you both stay here and I hope to see you again soon Frank

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Stunning View

Guest: mccate (Indian Wells, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/31/12 Review Submitted: 04/09/12

Just returned from a week long stay at Frank's place. In a nutshell - perfect!! The arrangements via Frank were precise. He was there to pick us up at the airport as promised, even waited an extra hour for us to clear customs. Thank you Frank. We were whisked away to the condo which is a quick 15-20 minuted drive from the airport. The condo is only a 5 minute walk downhill to Playa la Ropa. The condo was spotless, a few cold beer awaited us in the fridge and a stunning view of the the bay. Frank had a binder with tons of information regarding local activities, restaurants, condo instructions, etc. There was no guess work. Lots of towels, nice ceiling fans in every room, big sliders that open to the outdoor patio, comfortable furniture inside and out to enjoy the pool and view. New appliances, granite counter-tops, great pressure in the showers. ++++++ for everything. A well equipped condo. Overall, a 10/10. Frank is a wealth of information regarding the area and was always available when we needed to ask a question. There is no doubt in my mind that we will return and I highly recommend it to everyone.

Owner response:I dont know what to say after your review Cate except thank you for the perfect review and ++ 10/10. Tell Jenna her name is on the boogy board, waiting her return

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Wonderful time

Guest: Happy (Kitsap Co, Washington)
Date of Stay: 03/02/12 Review Submitted: 03/22/12

We three had a wonderful time at Casa Mar y Sol. Playa la Ropa is the best beach for swimming, relaxing, walking, eating, drinking beer and socializing. The town center was within walking distance and a delight to explore. We especially liked the public market. We were nourished by the constant sound of the waves audible even from the Casa on the hill. The condo was well furnished and Frank was even more helpful and respectfully friendly than we had hoped. The view, terrace and pool was fantastic. Yes, the hill to the casa was challenging, but good for our fitness program and taxis readily available.We enjoyed a beachside spa with yoga classes nearby. Yes, the master bedroom suite was larger and more private, but the smaller one manageable. We would love to return.

Owner response:Thank you Janice and all, it was a pleasure having you as my guests, please come again

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A great spot

Guest: Jim in Morelia (Morelia, Michoacán Mexico)
Date of Stay: 02/11/12 Review Submitted: 02/20/12

This condominium is a great place for a vacation. The location above La Ropa beach is wonderful, with sweeping panoramic views from your front patio, or from the pool area and pool. As others have commented, you are a short but steep walk to/from the beach, though if you have a car you can easily drive it, or another option is to walk down and taxi back up. There are many good restaurants on the beach, or if you want elegant dining, that is also available very close to the condo. Taxis are plentiful in the area for those who wish to visit the downtown area, or travel over to Ixtapa. We stayed there with two couples. Be advised that the "master" is more spacious and private than the second bedroom. The owner Frank lives next door, and is available to give advice or to deal with any maintenance issues, but not intrusive. Because he is right there, the facilities are very well maintained, and everything works properly. All in all, a terrific experience.

Owner response:Thank you for another wonderful review. It was my pleasure to have you stay here and to see that your stay was the best it could be....Frank

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

best condo

Guest: hardy (charles city ia)
Date of Stay: 01/21/12 Review Submitted: 02/20/12

wonderful condo pool is great laropa beach is 5 minute wall and very nice. will be back again. rachel and john stayed jan 2012.

Owner response:Thank you both, I will be waiting for your return

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful condo!

Guest: Michelle (Kirkland, WA)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/21/11

My husband and I stayed in the Casa Mar Y Sol condo for a week in November. The view from the condo is amazing, and we found the condo itself to be perfectly comfortable and very nicely furnished. Frank (the owner) is very helpful and accomodating! The pool was definitely our favorite part...just steps from the condo and had such an amazing view! We would definitely stay here again, it was in a great location and a short (but steep!) walk to/from the beach and lots of restaurants. Thanks again Frank!

Owner response:Thank you Michelle for the wonderful review. It was a pleasure having you all here and I hope you return again real soon Frank

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Best view in Zihua!

Guest: Kelly (Washington State)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11 Review Submitted: 05/04/11

Just returned from our stay @ Casa Mar Y Sol. Frank was great to us, very helpful and accomodating & the place is amazing! It was our first time in Zihua & we are already planning our return for next year sometime. The view from Casa Mar Y Sol can't be beat...you can see forever. The hill is a bit steep, but worth it. We already miss waking up to that view! On La Ropa, we loved La Perla (best garlic shrimp EVER). In town, Daniels had great mango margaritas & delicious food as well

Owner response:Thanks Kelly, you were 4 very special people and I hope to see you again next year

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

A Dream Vacation!

Guest: HC (NY. USA)
Date of Stay: 03/05/11 Review Submitted: 04/10/11

The apartment, the view, the pool, the host, the village, the beach, the weather, a sumptuous pot- pourri of pleasure! Highly recommended!!!

Owner response:Thank you for the brief, yet powerful description of my apartment

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.

Fabulous find

Guest: Anita B. (Vernon BC)
Date of Stay: 01/11/11 Review Submitted: 01/28/11

The condo is very bright clean and modern The view overlooking Zihua Bay is just fabulous The infinity pool is steps away from the condo which is a huge plus Because the building only has 6 units you feel as though you have the pool to yourselves Frank is very helpful and accommodating We highly recommend this property Will not disappoint

Owner response:Thanks Colen and Anitaas You were great guests and it was my pleasure to see that everything was as perfect as it could be for you I hope to see you again one day soon

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Best value in Zihua

Guest: Marcus (San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11 Review Submitted: 02/24/11

I was really happy with the decision to stay in a condo in La Ropa that had the comforts of a home. Frank's place was clean, spacious and all the amenities were functioning properly which made our stay memorable. The beds were very comfortable and there were plenty of closet space and enough towels for our stay. The gas kitchen and full size frig were great. Washer/Dryer was awesome. There were plenty of ceiling fans which helped when we didn't want to use the AC. Location was great; property was located on a hill at the end of a very small street. Slight construction noise next door but not enough to take away from the Zihua bay view’s while drifting in the infinity pool!! Although the pool was shared, it was hardly ever used which was perfect for us!! La Ropa beach is a 10 min walk and town was another 20 min. There was a binder that a collection of menus/stuff to do while in Zihua, which we added maps to since no one seemed to have tourist maps in town!! Definitely hit Patty's and La Perla restaurants in La Ropa for inexpensive beach front dining. If you’re a runner this was a great place to get some hill runs in, either towards town or up in the hills overlooking Playa Las Gatas. Very little traffic and actually drive slower!!! I would definitely come back and stay here longer now that I know about this property!! Thanks Frank!!

Owner response:Hi Marcus Thank you for the wonderful review, I am glad your stay was memorable Hope to see you again one day soon frank

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Where to begin! Let's start with the view.

Guest: Liza and Jeff (Park City, UT)
Date of Stay: 12/31/10 Review Submitted: 01/05/11

If you have never been to zihua, the view of the bay is great. The view from this patio is one of the best in town. So good, that you want to sit on the patio or pool all day. Now on to Frank--he is so helpful and friendly, he goes out of his way to make sure that everything you need is taken care of. The house is clean, new, and the filtered water is great--we love that fact you can drink it and use the ice. This place is a gem, and if you are thinking of this or another place, trust me, you won't go wrong choosing this place. By the way, he also has a great CD and Movie collection.

Owner response:Thanks Liza and Jeff You are a great couple and easy to please. It was my pleasure to do the little extra for you Thank for being my guests

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Paradise Revisited

Guest: Madeliene Tarasick (Parham, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/08/10 Review Submitted: 12/04/10

I have to concur with other reviewers about this amazing property. The view, in particular, far surpasses anything you can imagine. This was one of the best places we have ever stayed through VRBO. We had many evening meals outside, under the stars, followed by a quiet dip in the infinity pool. This is a wonderful location for two couples. We really appreciated the well equipped kitchen and Frank's amazing collection of CD's and DVD's. Also, it's great having Frank near by for great conversations including helpful advice about local attractions and outings. We'll go back to this gem for sure. On another note, it's a quick walk down to beach, but not so quick coming back. Recommend taking car down closer to the beach to avoid steep uphill walk back.

Owner response:Thank you Madeline, You all were a pleasure to have as guests and I hope to see you again when you return to Zihuatanejo

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

A wonderful Stay!

Guest: Dave (Guanajuato, Mexico)
Date of Stay: 09/21/10 Review Submitted: 01/26/11

My wife and I and 3 year old son stayed in la Casa Mar y Sol in September 2010. It is a beautiful condo with stunning views. Every day we walked down to Playa la Ropa and rented a palapa and chairs at La Perla restaurant (for 50 pesos a day), which, in our opinion, was the best spot on the beech. It was a good walk with a 3 year old, especially on the way back, but not unmanageable. We tended to go down in the mornings and come back to the condo after lunch for our son to take a nap. My wife and I could then just enjoy the view and the tranquility of the place. Frank was very attentive to our needs and we really appreciat his willingness to allow us to stay there with a young child as many other places in the area don't allow children. We definitely recommend this place!

Owner response:Hi Dave Glad all went well for you 3 come back again soon

Recommended for:Families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Paradise

Guest: Brendon (Vancouver, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/24/10

We stayed at Casa Zih for eight perfect nights, I cannot recommend it enough. It was sublime. The condo is better than the pictures represent, and the pictures are very good, it's that nice. Zihua is the perfect Mexican vacation spot, the beaches are clean and warm, the restaurants superb and the town charming. If you want real Mexico this is it, it has the prefect balance of Northern amenabilities and Mexican ambiance. The condo is perfection, the view alone is worth the price, the condo itself is clean modern and beautifully laid out and decorated. You will have a brilliant holiday spending days body surfing down at Playa La Ropa and evenings with a cocktail drinking in the view. You will not be disappointed. Myself, wife and kids would go back tomorrow if we could.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Best Vacation Yet!

Guest: Jessica (Atlanta, GA, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/16/10 Review Submitted: 06/20/10

My husband and I decided to return to Zihuatanejo for our 4 year wedding anniversary. Even though this was our third time visiting Zihuatanejo, it was by far the best trip that we ever had, and a large part was due to our stay at Casa Zih and specifically the condo we stayed in, Casa Mar y Sol. From the moment we arrived, Dmitri and I were blown away with the condo. Not only were the views spectacular from our bedroom, kitchen/living room, porch, and the infinity pool (we got a chance to see a pair of dolphins from our porch) but we immediately felt like the space was our own private paradise. Unlike our stay in hotels in previous years where we had shared space with many other people, we often felt that not only was the condo our own private space but also the pool and surrounding areas since we rarely saw the other 2 tenants that also had condos at Casa Zih. At the same time, Dmitri and I still felt that we were a part of the community since the beach and public area was only a 5-10 minute walk from the condo and the town was only a 5 minute drive. In addition, both Frank (Casa Mar y Sol owner) and Reuben (Caretaker for Casa Zih) made us feel at home and were always willing to help or answer any questions that we had as well as offering suggestions about good places to eat or spend our days. For anybody who is thinking about spending their vacation at Casa Mar y Sol, I would give my highest recommendations. Casa Mar y Sol proved to be the perfect combination of the best that Zihuatanejo has to offer (i.e. views, people, accommodations) as well as providing the comforts of home (satellite TV/free internet access, kitchen, washer/dryer), and in our case even better than our accommodations at home :0) Dmitri and I cannot wait to return and hope that other people will be able to experience the incredible and AFFORADABLE opportunity that we had enjoying the uniqueness of Zihuatanejo and Casa Mar y Sol! Sincerely, Jessica and Dmitri

Owner response:Thank you Jessica and I look forward to seeing you again

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Two Weeks In Paradise

Guest: ST&WR (Calgary, AB/Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/13/10 Review Submitted: 06/04/10

We spent two weeks at this lovely property in February, 2010. The listing description was entirely accurate and there were no surprises. The view from the terrace was a "million dollar view". Lovely to sit there in the morning with the first cup of coffee. The property was very clean and well maintained with all the necessary equipment to stay in all the time if you wanted to. It was nice & quiet as well. There are lots of good and reasonably priced eating places close by and it was very easy to get around either by bus or taxi. Our host, Frank Sheppard was very helpful and considerate. He even met us at the airport! we will definitly be back.

Owner response:Thanks S. and I look forward to seeing you again this season, (at the airport for starters)

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Million dollar view

Guest: CC (Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/23/10 Review Submitted: 06/30/10

Talk about a million dollar view. Every morning early I would rise and bring my freshly brewed cup of Mexican coffee onto the terrace overlooking paradise. What a way to start your day. The property was very well kept and had all the modern ammendenies of home and then some. The infinity pool was spectacular to say the least. I cooled off and enjoyed the scenery at the same time. Frank has always been a gracious host and is very knowleable of all the wonderful things to do in "Z:". This was not my first time in paradise you see. I loved it so much, I retuned 4 years in a row. The nearby town is very enchanting. Many great places to enjoy lots of great food and tons of shopping. I always felt very safe and welcome by the town folk. In closing, I would definitly recommend this property as a class act. Awesome times in "Z" Cheers claudette

Owner response:Thanks Claudette, you painted a perfect picture and it was my pleasure to help

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

perfect condo

Guest: Zihuarana (Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/24/10

The condo surpassed my expectations. It was picture perfect! comfortable beds,luxurious bathrooms,well equiped kitchen and gorgeous terrace overlooking the bay and the pool.It was a perfect location close to La ropa and within walking distance to town.

Owner response:Its nice to know that people appreciate good things

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Relaxing in Paradise

Guest: SusanTMW (Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/10 Review Submitted: 06/09/10

I spent 10 days at Frank's place in January 2010, and had a fabulous time. The location is excellent, as it's an easy walk to the beach and many good restaurants, and easy to grab the bus or a cab for the short trip to town. I loved having the pool close by for cooling off after walking back from the beach or town, and it is also a great place to hang out in the early evening. The condo is very comfortable, and has every amenity needed. As a regular visitor to Mexico I especially appreciated the filtered water, wireless Internet, and US-standard plugs. While I ate most of my meals out, it was great having the full kitchen for light meals and snacks. It's a nice complex, very safe, and I spent a lot more time hanging out there than I would have in a hotel room.

Owner response:Thanks Susan, it was a pleasure to have you as my guest

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.