Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea)

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3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6390.2 sq m

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Parking available
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Kitchen
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Cerro de Vigia, Zihuatanejo, Guerrero

Zihuatanejo Bay
‪4 min walk‬
Las Gatas Beach
‪7 min walk‬
La Ropa Beach
‪19 min walk‬
Ixtapa, Guerrero (ZIH-Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.)
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Spectacular views from every room - Three guest rooms all with baths and A/C - Palapa style living room, dining room seat 12 people, gourmet kitchen overlooking the heated infinity swimming pool and Zihuatenejo Bay - Media room offers LCD TV and wireless internet - Daily maid service or as you wish - Zihuatanejo Fishing village offers many gorgeous beaches, shopping for silver, pewter, and Mexican artifacts, great restaurants all in typical Mexican style, and a traditional Mexican fish and fruit market for those who like to cook.. the fabulous Playa de Ropa Beach is just a 10 minute walk and has great swimming, kayaking. and more. Casa Estrella del Mar is located in a new development Cerro del Vigia which has tennis courts, bike and jogging trails. Our property manager will be able to assist you with anything you might want to do – from Salsa dancing to fishing!!! You may want to have a chef prepare your meals..just ask..
Please note or rates are in Canadian funds..Rates can be negotiable especially if only two of you.. just contact us...
Sorry no Children under 10 years of age.
No Pets and No smoking

Property manager

Laurie MacDonell

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Air conditioning

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Enjoy the breeze and the view on our private terrace!

Ocean view
Pool
Hot tub
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 10

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children 10 or older are wecome.

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

Please ask about your event

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14

Note from host: Please ask about your event

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number Dont have one

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Zihuatanejo

Located in Zihuatanejo, this villa is in the city centre. La Ropa Beach and Potosi Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Magic World Aquapark and Magic World Aquatic Park. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Cerro de Vigia, Zihuatanejo, Guerrero

What's nearby

Zihuatanejo Bay - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
Las Gatas Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
La Ropa Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Zihuatanejo Pier - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
La Madera Beach - 15 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

Ixtapa, Guerrero (ZIH-Ixtapa - Zihuatanejo Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hao - ‬3 min drive
‪Restaurant-Bar Coco Loco - ‬5 min walk
‪Gloria en el Mar - ‬7 min walk
‪Il Mare - ‬4 min drive
‪Bistro del Mar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Estrella De Mar (Star Of The Sea) located?

Located in Playa Las Gatas, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Zihuatanejo Bay and La Ropa Beach. Las Gatas Beach and Virgin of the Tree are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Laura L.

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mexico 2025

Fantastic view and great accommodations Friendly and responsive staff and host!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

25 Mar 2025

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Increíble views

The ocean views hit you right from the entry. Open air villa with everything needed. The host was very responsive, Lily the cleaner was great. Great trip- can’t wait to come back

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish A.

20 Mar 2025

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Top Shelf!

Group of 5 friends who’ve travelled together over the years. Each stay we try and top the last and this property did not disappoint! (Personally I could have stayed…)The guest hand book is very helpful! Laurie recommended a chef make dinner in the house for our arrival, which we did. HIGHLY recommend as we were exhausted and ended up with left overs for lunch, and the cost was reasonable compared to eating out. The Neighborhood is safe and clean. The tennis court can handle a pickle if one prefers. (Take water) The house pool is refreshing. The kitchen is well appointed. Can’t ask for much more.Seems far from amenities but it’s close. Easy walk down the hill and taxi back (100 pesos ish) if ladened with groceries or cervesas. We were very comfortable. We Highly recommend the property and helpful host.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

28 Feb 2025

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Truly the Star of the Sea!!!

Walking in for the first time to such an amazing and dramatic view just takes your breath away (but wait till the sun goes down and you gaze across the bay to the ‘Mountain of Diamonds’. One of the most beautiful things we’ve ever seen in all our travels!) The casa itself is lovely and as others have said, like having your own private resort! We are a group of 6 family and friends who love to cook so the huge open air kitchen (with that gorgeous view!) was perfect! (Though don’t miss the incredible dining out in Z!) Jacquie and Lily were lovely and very helpful and we also fell in love with the gate guard who saw us frequently as we went to town most days. But you wouldn’t need to. You could stay up here in paradise and just bask in the jungle sounds and the beauty. Maybe have Jacquie shop for the fresh fish of the day a few times…and don’t miss the Mexican mangos!! Oh my!! We also want to say that owner Laurie has gone out of her way to help make our stay extra special – so thank you Laurie, thank you to your Mexican family and thank you Zihuatanejo – we’ll be back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire A.

9 Nov 2024

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Zihua family vacation

Beautiful house above the bay with a view of everything. We had the perfect view of water taxis shuttling people from the peer to Playa Las Gatas all day. When the sun sets, the town stays light and is absolutely gorgeous. Gourmet kitchen, huge dining room table, and comfy seating around the pool and in the living room. Perfect for 3 couples, never felt like we were on top of each other. The private chef was so good, she came back two more times! Lili came every other day and did our laundry, we were spoiled for sure. Not the best for people with mobility issues, as stairs up to the master or down to the other two beds is the only access to the bedrooms. So there is some serious stair climbing to get around the house. Good for your legs! Gated safe community, under development so there is construction happening on most streets. The houses are built to be very private so it wasn’t a huge issue. Be prepared to take taxis to get anywhere, and make sure you practice your Spanish and/or download Google Translate to communicate as needed. Zihua is a very clean and safe feeling town, with a growing food scene. Espuma was a favourite dinner out, highly recommend. And Margaritas for brunch. La Ropa was a great beach, and make the trip to Playa Las Gatas at least once!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iman S.

20 Aug 2024

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Beautiful home

I can’t say enough about this property. It’s just gorgeous. And the fabulous communication with the owners as well as the local property manager was perfect and greatly appreciated.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci G.

10 July 2024

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Home of my dreams

It was amazing! We loved it and will be going again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

15 May 2024

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Gorgeous house, great views, wonderful service!

We had the best trip exploring Zihuatanejo and enjoying relaxing by the pool at the house. Friendly service and very well taken care of.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

15 Apr 2024

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Better than expected!

We (family of 4 with 10yo and 13yo) were blown away as soon as we entered the home! The view from every space is fantastic and the house is well appointed with local art. We spent the majority of our time in the open air kitchen/dining/lounge/pool enjoying the sunshine and sunsets, but the bedrooms are great too! Jacquie was incredibly responsive, booked our airport transport and a fishing trip. Lili was incredibly sweet and even washed/folded our laundry each visit (I could have easily only packed 1/4 of what I brought)! The house manual was helpful and provided the name of a driver “Bear” who helped us get around town. The house is in a safe and gated community that requires transportation but everything is a quick and cheap ($5-7) cab ride. 10/10 would stay again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena D., hayward, wi

30 Mar 2024

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Relaxing

after a week of fun with 19 total people, 5 of us extended our vacation just to chill! This was perfect getaway. Lovely home!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

11 Mar 2024

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Love this place!

We love this place! Second time we have stayed here. Beautifully decorated, beautiful view, so clean, private and safe. This will not be the last time we go there.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

24 Feb 2024

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We had the best time!

Everything was perfect! We played hard in Zih with some great excursions. It was wonderful to come back to this relaxing oasis. Lilly and Jaquie were so helpful and friendly. The views were amazing, Beds were comfortable, everything was clean. I can't say enough about it :) We had a Chef come in two nights and cook for us, I highly recommend! Oh, I almost forgot.... Jasmine the massage therapist came one afternoon and we all had massages. She was wonderful, One of the best I've had in a while! ( I'm a massage therapist here in the states (25 years, I know great massage ) We will be coming back for sure . Thank you Laurie, Jacqui, Lilly, our chef( can't remember her name) Jasmine and everyone else who made our trip one for the books.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

5 Feb 2024

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Great Property / Host / Manager

Fantastic property - with ridiculous view! Private swimming pool with chairs and towels has the feel of a resort. Best host, and manager I have experienced after several rentals.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

29 Oct 2023

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Amazing stay at Casa Estrella De Mar

First time staying in Zihua - a truly amazing spot! We had a hurricane warning (Otis) but luckily it didn’t end up hitting us other than some rain at night. Casa Estrella de Mar is a beautiful spot and Laurie, Jaquie, Lilli, & Jorge we’re available as needed during our stay to help with anything! Walking distance from a picturesque beach. Taxi driver (Bear) were great but expect to take them if you’re heading into town / La Ropa beach!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

19 Oct 2023

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1st time in Zihuatanejo

Stunning villa perched on the hillside overlooking the beautiful bay. The pictures on the listing were very accurate except that the real thing was even better. The owners were very helpful. The property manager arranged for groceries on arrival, in house massages, golf and dinner reservations. We could not have been happier with our choice.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josiah D.

8 Aug 2023

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AMAZING VIEWS!!!! 7 Stars

Absolutely loved Zihautenejo. Breathtaking views, the house was perfection, the beaches were clean, the water was warm and the food was delicious! Everything you want in Mexico! Saludos.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tayler B., Los Angeles, CA

1 June 2023

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Memorable Getaway

The view and property are just as expected. Absolutely stunning! Both Laurie and Jacqui were so communicative throughout the whole process.We had a few bumps in our adventure, but Jacqui was very kind and helpful in making sure we were taken care of. You must book a dinner with the chef, she is incredible and it was such a treat! It was our first time in Zihua, so the heat an environment took a little getting used to, but the pool is the best way to cool off! Taxis into the Centro or La Ropa are pretty necessary unless you love walking up steep hills. If you are looking for a more remote relaxing vacation, then this is the perfect spot for you!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

4 Apr 2023

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Excellent stay. As good as advertised!

My wife and two teenage kids stayed at Casa Estrella de Mar and had an extraordinary vacation. The house is immaculate, with a picturesque view, and the accommodations were perfect for our family. Jacquie met us when we checked in and had picked up a short list of groceries that we had sent in advance. Lili came every day to clean, do laundry, and otherwise keep the house in pristine condition. We had a chef-prepared dinner at the house one night that was excellent and otherwise enjoyed exploring the area, eating at wonderful restaurants, and relaxing in the pool or on the deck. Honestly, all of our needs were fully met. Taxis were easy to get and we walked to the beach one day as well. All in all it was an awesome stay and we hope to come back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Encinitas

26 Mar 2023

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Wonderful Zihua Villa with Breathtaking Views!

We highly recommend this Zihua Villa for a family vacation. From the moment we arrived with the views, check-in efficiency delivered groceries, and chef dinner ~ We knew we had found a wonderful and relaxing vacation spot in Mexico.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

19 Mar 2023

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Spectacular Views - Extraordinary Service

This place has it all...outstanding service, excellent location and ample opportunities for adventure. Our family enjoyed a week at Casa Estrella De Mar for a week in March and our experience was out of this world. Pre-trip communication from Laurie was quick, efficient and very helpful in planning our trip. Jacquie, the property manager, arranged for airport pick up at ZIH and it was a short 20 minute drive to our private oasis - arrived just in time to see the sunset - I don't think you can get enough pictures of that amazing view. We were pampered from day one with arrangements for groceries upon arrival, option for daily or every other day cleaning service by Lilly (outstanding) and Jacquie at our service when we needed any arrangements made. This property is located on a hillside, giving you a spectacular view of Zihua - the lights at night are a delight to see. We loved the open architecture and ample gathering spaces. Special call out to Hector, the security guard in this gated community that helped us find a lost cell phone during our stay - his detective skills saved the day. We will most certainly be back to this special place. Thank you, Laurie, for allowing us to share your special home.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

13 Mar 2023

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A Bit of Heaven on Earth

When you walk thru the front door and onto the living area, you experience a little bit of heaven on earth. You are able to see all of Zihuatanejo Bay. The beautiful Las Gatas beach is just below you with its white, light green and blue coral waters. La Ropa beach is on the right with its beach restaurants and endless water sports toys. Then you can look across the bay at Maderas beach, the marina, downtown Z and the pier. The view at night that lights up before you is amazing. However, the personal touch of the staff there at Casa Estrella De Mar is the best I have ever encountered throughout my worldly travels. Starting with Laurie the owner, she goes above and beyond to answer any of your questions before you book or travel to help your experience there be fulfilled. Next comes her property manager Jacqui who is exceptionally kind, attentive, resourceful, responsive and helpful. She provides excursion information while in Z and makes appointments for your own chef dinner She makes reservations for dinner. For 200 pesos, she will take your pre-arrival grocery list and stock the casa just prior to your arrival which is a huge plus after traveling all day. Housekeeping is provided by Lili and Jorge who provide fresh towels, water in your room, clean the infinity pool, wash your clothes for you, and clean the home. I am not sure the Ritz Carlton could do better.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

4 Mar 2023

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We loved this place and did not want to leave. Beautiful local art & a stunning view!

We did not want to leave. Beautiful view, beautiful local art, beautiful house! The book of places to go written by the owners was very helpful. Be sure to read it. Hope to come back next year. Worth every penny!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

FRANCE L.

26 Feb 2023

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Un séjour parfait !

Notre deuxième expérience et non la dernière. Villa confortable avec une vue exceptionnelle. Merci à Jacqui et Laurie pour leur bon service.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

7 Nov 2022

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Casa Estrella Del Mar!

What a great stay! The home is better kept than any VRBO we’ve ever used. The owners were amazingly accommodative to everything we requested. The property manager was responsive and actively checked to see if we needed anything often. We will definitely stay at Casa Estrella Del Mar again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

2 Aug 2022

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Wonderful Stay in Zihua

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Estrella de Mar. The views were absolutely breathtaking, the home was very clean, the property manager Jacquie was very responsive and accommodating, and we all felt very safe. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurie MacDonell

Two Canadians with a love of Mexico

Why they chose this property

Zihuatanejo is our favorite place in Mexico and Cerro De Vigia is a wonderful secure development overlooking Playa la Ropa and Las Gatos Beaches. It has tennis courts,
bike trails, is 10 minute walk to the beach and a 10 minute taxi to the center of the fishing village

What makes this property unique

Delightful seclusion and privacy, yet minutes from all the activities of a Mexican resort. Home is 5 star with fabulous kitchen facilities, dining area for 14, media room with flat screen TV, internet, DVD and CD's. Daily house keeper, pool boy and more

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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