Can't say enough good things about this property. Great communication with Rich and Filiberto, an amazing infinity pool, a condo that blends indoor and outdoor space, beautiful views of La Ropa beach and the hills of Zihuatanejo Bay etc etc. The condo has everything you need. We felt spoiled and pampered living in Rich's condo. Highly recommended. Doug, Ann and Carol.

Can't say enough good things about this property. Great communication with Rich and Filiberto, an amazing infinity pool, a condo that blends indoor and outdoor space, beautiful views of La Ropa beach and the hills of Zihuatanejo Bay etc etc. The condo has everything you need. We felt spoiled and pampered living in Rich's condo. Highly recommended. Doug, Ann and Carol.

We fell in love with this property the moment we walked out of the elevator. We arrived at sunset so that helped. Filiberto was very informative of the condo and the area. We were the only renters in the units so it felt like a private resort for just us. The pictures in the listing are stunning but do not do this unit justice. 10/10 would recommend. We will be back for sure!

We fell in love with this property the moment we walked out of the elevator. We arrived at sunset so that helped. Filiberto was very informative of the condo and the area. We were the only renters in the units so it felt like a private resort for just us. The pictures in the listing are stunning but do not do this unit justice. 10/10 would recommend. We will be back for sure!

Beautiful unit right above the infinity pool with a wonderful view of Zihua bay. 5 minute walk to the beach and a short taxi ride to Zihua Centro. Well appointed with two bedrooms and full kitchen. Tastefully decorated with comfortable new furniture with unit open to the marvellous views.

Beautiful unit right above the infinity pool with a wonderful view of Zihua bay. 5 minute walk to the beach and a short taxi ride to Zihua Centro. Well appointed with two bedrooms and full kitchen. Tastefully decorated with comfortable new furniture with unit open to the marvellous views.

Absolutely loved the place. Small complex ( only 6 units). We had the pool to ourselves the whole time. We walked everywhere but taxis are so inexpensive that’s a great option. Loved having everything open. We never shut the big opening. The breeze kept it plenty cool. Bed is comfortable. We were there in March. This one is a definite return for us.

We spent our mornings on the open air terrace drinking coffee and watching the whales in the bay. And spent our days lounging in the infinity pool after a day at La Ropa beach. The sunsets from the terrace were absolutely beautiful. The condo is one of 6 in a building with a few full time residents as well as VRBO folks. We befriended all and had wonderful meals and conversations with our new friends. Our tour guide and driver, Andreas who is a local and would take us anywhere we wanted to go with 10 minute notice. A delightful person whom we depended on for excursions. We are looking forward to coming back soon!

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The property is beautiful, clean, bright and spacious, taking full advantage of the breathtaking ocean views from this height. The high quality bedding, heavy wooden shutters and strong AC units ensure a wonderful night's rest every night. Beach is a steep 7-9 minute walk down which we chose to drive most days. Public parking is available near the beach as are taxi cabs. Rich was responsive and flexible and his house staff were equally attentive. This is one of the best VRBO experiences I have had and would highly recommend a stay at Rich's place at Casa Zih. I can hardly wait to return!

Can’t wait to come back

This is a large condo with a spectacular view of Playa La Ropa. If anything, the pictures do not do it justice! We loved the open air concept, from the living room out to the deck. We never closed the doors once in our whole time there, and we never needed to use the air conditioning. The kitchen was nicely stocked with utensils, and the washer / dryer worked great. There is tons of room, and lots of storage space, and the beds are very comfortable. This is a very private building, with only six units. We felt like we had the beautiful infinity pool to ourselves, and when we met other guests, they were usually long term residents, very friendly with lots of info about the area. Rich was easy to communicate with, and Filiberto and Noe were great. Would definitely recommend Casa Zih, although I should mention the walk up the hill from the beach is brutal. Most people take a taxi, which are plentiful all over Zihuatanejo, and cheap. Thanks Rich for providing us with such a comfortable home away from home. - James Brown

This is a large condo with a spectacular view of Playa La Ropa. If anything, the pictures do not do it justice! We loved the open air concept, from the living room out to the deck. We never closed the doors once in our whole time there, and we never needed to use the air conditioning. The kitchen was nicely stocked with utensils, and the washer / dryer worked great. There is tons of room, and lots of storage space, and the beds are very comfortable. This is a very private building, with only six units. We felt like we had the beautiful infinity pool to ourselves, and when we met other guests, they were usually long term residents, very friendly with lots of info about the area. Rich was easy to communicate with, and Filiberto and Noe were great. Would definitely recommend Casa Zih, although I should mention the walk up the hill from the beach is brutal. Most people take a taxi, which are plentiful all over Zihuatanejo, and cheap.Thanks Rich for providing us with such a comfortable home away from home.- James Brown

What a lovely property and perfect spot for our Mothers/Daughters get away! The condo is much bigger than it looks online and perfectly appointed with Mexican treasures along with all the amenities one needs. La Ropa beach is stunning with lots of options for dining out, fabulous Margaritas and incredible massages. The infinity pool is the perfect temperature and a nice way to wind down after a day on the beach. You do not need to rent a car as taxis to downtown are readily available and inexpensive. We did a lot of walking too and now have buns of steel! The hike up the hill to the condo is steep but worth it for the stunning sunset view. Filberto, the property manager is a wonderful host who made pick up and drop off at the airport a breeze. As well we received great tips and suggestions from the property owner Rich. Thanks to all who made this an enjoyable holiday! Zih is our new favourite spot in Mexico. We will be back!

Everything was great and we enjoyed every aspect of the condo and location. Could walk to centro and local beach which was amazing.

We stayed here 4 years ago and appreciate it as much or more than we did then. Rich, the owner, seems to really care about this condo and it is kept up very well. The property is perfectly maintained overall. Rich’s condo is so private but has perfect access to the pool area. You can pull the folding glass door across if you wish to but we never did .. loved feeling so close to the outdoors. The kitchen is perfectly equipped and it is so nice to have the washer/dryer. Great access to Playa La Ropa. We love having a good little workout but the walk or hike back up may be a bit much for some people in the heat. No worries though .. the taxi drivers are accommodating at a price! You can book this place with confidence. We love it!

This is our second stay at Casa Zih. As we are getting ready to make our way back to the far North, we are already making arrangements to return. Our condo is clean, modern and convenient to stores and restaurants. We prefer to eat most our meals in, so we love having a fully equipped kitchen. If you want a large all inclusive complex, this place is not for you. We share a pool with six other units, but most days we have the entire pool to our selves which is only a few steps from our front door. It's quiet and relaxing. The sunrises and sunsets are absolutely spectacular and it's a great place to watch the stars at night. It's a 5-10 minute walk to the beach where there are plenty of places to eat, swim or partake in other beach activities. Most importantly it's a gated complex and extremely secure and safe. The staff is awesome and we've been able to easily arrange rides to and from the airport as well as rides to the large grocery store, or able to arrange excursion anywhere. If you need a guide with someone who speaks English, that can be arranged.

Property better than the picture. So nice !!! We really enjoyed

I have been to all the obvious Mexican beach towns but Zihuatanejo is by far my favorite. In this, my 14th visit to Mexico and 3rd visit to Zih, I have found the perfect accommodations. This condo is an ideal home away from home in so many ways but most importantly is the superb floor plan and it's spectacular view! Nestled high up the junglesque hillside, there is no need to go "out" to the balcony to experience the view because the panoramic view of the bay, the big sky, and the outdoor fresh air with its ever-present light breeze simply intertwine with daily life inside this comfortable home. Cooking was a joy because we felt as though we were "one" with the outdoors! When we opened the huge, glass wall/door (which I had never seen before) there was really no reason to ever leave! The view and lovely breeze are the same from the master bedroom! The photos can not possibly do justice to this amazing indoor/outdoor open living floor plan! The decor may seem slightly dated in the photos, but in reality it all flows together beautifully! Adding to the brilliant design of this unit... the gorgeous infinity pool is a few well-placed steps away. There are only six condos in this building and we had the entire place nearly to ourselves. The spacious and well-designed bathrooms and closets are perfect. The kitchen had everything you would ever need or want. LaRopa Beach is a pleasant 8 to 10 minute walk (albeit a steep one) away - along with small stores, restaurants and bars. We also walked to and from El Centro and to Las Gatos Beach. I highly recommend walking there if you are fine with hiking through a rocky path for a short section. However, taxis are everywhere all the time and super inexpensive. Forgot a book to read? No worries. Plenty to choose from. Who knows if the tv works? Why would anyone turn it on in paradise? Wifi was easy and troublefree. I can not recommend this place highly enough! However, if you are the type who likes to be in the middle of a lot of action, this is not the place for you.

We just returned from two weeks staying at this wonderful property. The condo is exactly as the pictures show! I cannot imagine what could be done to improve upon it... it was FIVE STAR all the way! It has a breathtaking view (totally open to the veranda), very luxurious finishes and was completely stocked. Very quickly it became my home away from home! The town of Zihuatanejo is very quaint and Mexican authentic...without the crowds. The beaches were lovely and Playa La Ropa is one of the nicest beaches I have ever seen and just a short 15 minute walk down hill. Speaking of "the hill"... there is a steep incline (200 yds or so) to get to this magnificent view but taxi's are abundant and there is no need to climb the hill if you are not keen on working up a sweat. We were very impressed with the amenities in town and the restaurants were really excellent. We felt very lucky to have been able to stay at this property. The manager, Filberto is a pro. He made our landing seamless and was very helpful getting us all stowed away. My favorite part was meeting our taxi driver, Andres, who took very good care of us, day or night (I believe he comes with the condo...ha ha). It was like we had our own personal chauffeur! The grounds are well maintained, and it was fun trying to speak Spanglish to the care-taker Noe, who also was just a really nice guy. The linens were immaculate, and the house-keeper, Aurora, does a great job of keeping everything spotless. Many thanks Rich for sharing your little piece of paradise. Fingers crossed, we'll be back!

Zihuatanejo is such a very special place it brings us back year after year. This is actually our fourth visit to Casa La Vida and we feel incredibly fortunate to be able to stay in this lovely condo owned by Rich. For us the view is so important and it has one that is breathtakingly beautiful. To wake up every morning to the sounds of the waves and the view of the boats in the bay is heavenly. This lovely condo is well equipped and we eat in quite a lot because it has such a great kitchen and the fresh produce available at the market is incredible. The condo is clean, very spacious and nicely decorated. We have always felt safe in Zihua and this small and very desirable building is secure. Playa La Ropa is very near and it is a lovely walk into the charming town or a bus or inexpensive taxi ride away. We absolutely love Casa La Vida it is like a 2nd. home to us and we would not hesitate to recommend it. Once here you will not want to leave.

Wow! were the first words out of our mouths upon arrival. All the pictures are fantastic but it's even better in person. The overview in the description of this listing is precisely accurate. The view from the condo is out of this world. Words alone doesn't describe the beauty and luxury of La Vida. Located atop a steep but short driveway and only a 10 minute walk down to the best beach La Ropa; with numerous restaurants and wateringholes at your disposal. Plenty of watersports: parasailing, jet skiing, water taxis to La Gatas Beach, a short distance away. Located about a mile south of town, is a great walk with numerous restaurants along the way and tons more in the town itself, or take a taxi, which are plentiful for your service. The owner Rich and property manager Filiberto are so helpful with all kinds of information and tips for your enjoyable stay in Paradise. The infinity pool is the best I've ever experienced with very comfortable water temperatures. We spent mornings, afternoons, and evenings cooling off in the pool between our excursions. The condo is well furnished and has everything you would need. 2 wonderful bedrooms with a huge master bath with large tile showers and overhead shower fixtures, and a good-sized walk-in closet and another desk-like area with a safe for your valuables. Also, another bathroom next to the 2nd bedroom, with like-shower amenities as the master. The accordian folding, exterior wood-framed, glass-paneled doors are a wonderful highlight for letting in the breezes. There are several ceiling fans to keep the air circulated, with AC, if needed. The Casa Zih is a 5 unit, with a locking gated, condo complex and a very quiet atmosphere. I highly recommend La Vida as a top-notch vacation rental and can't wait to return.

This was our second stay here and we can't say enough about how wonderful it is. Owner & property manager are both professional, responsive and friendly. It's a small complex, set up on the hill overlooking the bay. The view, which is second to none can be enjoyed from master bedroom, kitchen, living/dining room and the accordion door/window wall opens the whole space up to provide the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living. Climb the hill from the beach and slip right into the infinity pool to cool off and relax while looking back at the bay below. Other renters and owners that we have met have always been like minded - mature, quiet & respectful. There are lots of restaurants to walk to or a cab will cost you a few dollars to almost anywhere. Given the option of staying on the beach or here...I would always stay here - without hesitation.

This is an extraordinary property located a short hike up Mt. Rainier above Playa La Ropa. We joked about the hike everytime we headed home up the hill - walked up about 3 times daily. You can take a taxi but we did't. It is very steep but only takes a few minutes. La Vida is a very nice, almost luxurious, 2 bedroom/2 bath condo located in Casa Zih. The owner, Rich, has expanded the deck into a spacious terrace. Folding glass accordion doors can stay open to the outside, or close during rain or at night. We kept them open almost the entire week. The kitchen is up to date (granite countertops, good fridge, dishwasher) with a small laundry room. The master suite is very comfortable, more secluded, but with the same perfect view. Master closet is spacious. Second bedroom is more cavelike and quiet. The only drawback was the fairly new nightclub Loot with LOUD music almost every night, but never very late except Saturday night until 1:00 am. Accommodation is a short walk to the perfect beach with all sorts of perfect Zihua restaurants where you can sit with your feet in the sand. Downtown is a 15 minute walk ... we went every morning. Panoramic, hilly walk. You can take a taxi back for $2.50 if it is too hot. Case Zih has a great staff and is very secure and safe. It has only 6 units so the infinity pool is never crowded. Owners who were staying there were friendly and nice. Owner Rich gave us lots of tips and is a great person. This is probably the best rental we have ever found on VRBO. Enjoy every minute!

The nine days we spent at La Vida were absolutely wonderful, in no small part to our host Rich, who made sure in every way that we were oriented and comfortable. This was our first visit to Zihuatanejo, and it was the nicest spot in Mexico I've visited. The condo is perfectly situated, near La Ropa beach, but walking distance to both Las Gatas and downtown Zihua. We'd walk into town, then take a taxi back. The taxi fare is 45 pesos, or about $3. I debated whether to rent a car, and was glad I didn't. The taxis are so easy to use and driving would have been stressful. The condo is well maintained and well appointed, with lots of beach towels, a powerful blender in the kitchen, good air conditioners, nice bathrooms, and comfortable beds. The tap water is filtered and you can drink it without a problem. The pool is just amazing, the water is kept crystal clear at a perfect temperature, and the view is awesome. But the best thing about this property is the owner, Rich. He's a great resource for local restaurants and activities. He offered us an extra night without charge because he wanted us to be able to stay to see the fireworks on New Year's Eve. I mentioned I would be having a birthday during our stay and he had a spectacular flower arrangement waiting when we arrived. All in all, the perfect, relaxing vacation.

Indoor/outdoor living at it's best! The accordion glass doors fold away and the sunlight and sound of the ocean fills the condo. Perched above the beach and facing west provides loads of sun and the best view of the famous Zihuat sunset. All the comforts of home are here - granite counters, stainless appliances, comfy beds, fluffy towels the list goes on and filtered water throughout the small complex makes everything easier! The infinity pool is steps away but doesn't compromise the privacy of the unit. The walk/climb from the beach is steep but not long. Lots of restaurants nearby to choose from. The owner and property manager are both very helpful if you have any questions. We can't wait to return!

Second stay at Casa La Vida. Very peaceful and relaxing. Not many other guests around and almost always had the pool to ourselves. Caretaker and property manager very pleasant and helpful if required. Views from room and pool spectacular. Everything clean and well maintained. We love this place

We absolutely loved Zihuatanejo....but the condo and location was what made it so fantastic. Everything was perfect! The tv wasn't working when we were there ....didn't care. Who needs or wants it in a beautiful place like this. Cooking was easy. Kitchen well equipped. Beds were great. We loved the steep climb to the condo for our daily exercise. This would definitely be a drawback for those who have trouble walking or the elderly. Although cabs come right to your door....so not an issue if you don't mind cabbing. The pool is magnificent! Warm and very very clean. All of the people involved in the care and management of this complex were friendly and efficient. Unfortunately they have a no children policy. As such it very quiet. We are returning.. And hope to keep returning as long as this condo is available! It was the best most relaxing holiday we have had in 30 years. Big big thumbs up! :)

This property was better then I expected in every way, and the view will stay with us for a lifetime. When I think of paradise I will always think of Zihuatanejo, La Ropa Beach and this condo. It is well maintained, the management is more then helpful and this is the part of town you want to stay in. It is clean, quiet, safe, and we enjoyed our stay and will go back next year. The owner is helpful, the beach is three blocks away, it's beautiful, clean, level to walk or swim in and the various restaurants fun with a variety of good food. My favorite is Amuleto, maybe not for everyone, but wonderful. Enjoy!

Great place/condo, spectacular views and close to everything (beach, restaurants, etc.) . We really enjoyed the location and condo and had a great trip. Lupita the house cleaner also made one of the best meals I've ever had. Would recommend to anyone