Highlands Ecuador Properties
49 properties available
Mountain Homestead with Stunning Views & Acreage to Farm or Develop
- Price
- $1,000,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 31
- Property Type
- Country Estate
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Valle de Los Chillos, Sangolqui, Rumiñahui, Pichincha, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 2.83 ha (7.00 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 190.00 m² (2,045.13 sq ft)
Looking for simplicity and tranquility while trying your hand at living off the fat of the land? But you still want to have super easy access to all the amenities and comforts? Then this is an amazing opportunity for you. . The massive extension of land continues on and on, and offers outstanding landscapes & views throughout. It is an exceptional property consisting of 7 Acres ( 28,669 m2 ) located in Los Chillos (outskirts of Quito) where one could easily start an agricultural endeavor for personal use or even a construction site for subdivided lots for those who are more business-minded. Your neighbors here are of the mid-upper Ecuadorian class who have moved their homes outside of Quito to enjoy mountain fresh air and peaceful surroundings - all while being close to the nation's capitol. . This huge homestead has 2 existing homes - one is currently the main residence and the other a small cozy home doubling as an art studio / office space. The rustic charm of these structures lends to the idyllic feel that embraces you upon entering this property. . Of the two houses, the main residence is 120 m2 ( 1291 sq ft ) and is tucked down at the end of the driveway surrounded by gardens of indigenous flowers. This is an adobe home built in 1939 and renovated by the current owners in 2008. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, fireplace, dining room, kitchen, full bathroom + visitors bathroom, and skylights allowing for extra illumination. The smaller of the homes is 70 m2 ( 753 sq ft ) and is located off to the front of the property. Built in 2010 by the current owners to USA standards, there is a kitchen / workspace ( lounge ), bathroom, bedroom (currently doubling as an office). A nice wrap-around covered porch/walkway offers mountain views from almost every angle of the home. . Included with the property are two storage rooms, shed, irrigation water / channel, neglected pond / reservoir, terraced gardens, fruit trees, very large trees ( 30 / construction purposes ), flowering shrubs / bushes. . On-site there are two septic tanks ( connection to public system permitted ), water ( potable ), electricity ( 110 v ), phone, internet. . The property is suitable for gated community / multiple homes; hostel / cabañas / hosteria; retirement homes/destination; spa / retreat / resort complex; farming / agriculture; church / temple; family compound / homestead, etc. . There are possibilities of additional entrances. . Close to nature reserve ( hiking, biking trekking ), thermal baths, 1.2 km from the town village , 3 km to the E-35 highway, 35 minutes to the international airport, 15 minutes to the San Luis shopping Mall and hospitals / clinics; 45 minutes to the Quito Playon bus station. . Please contact us for additional information or to schedule a private viewing of this property.
**SOLD!!!** Cotacachi’s most unique hidden gem: The Casa Azul, where the surprises never end!
- Price
- $148,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 23
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 3/3
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- City View, Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 250.00 m² (2,690.97 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 165.00 m² (1,776.04 sq ft)
** 01 NOV 2023 ~ SOLD ** This property is certainly one-of-a-kind. Nestled quietly in a residential neighborhood of Cotacachi on a cobblestone street, this cozy rehabbed home is truly a most unique property. . From the street, this house looks just like all the others on the street with the exception of its color. Little does one know what to expect upon stepping up to the beautiful wooden door. Enter into a large open-concept space which is the living/dining area. Here towards the back you have a large kitchen with a tremendous amount of countertop & workspace. A nice amount of local wooden cabinetry including custom cupboard provide ample storage. Appliance included in the sale are the refrigerator, the cook top stove and the oven. . Heading up the stairwell you notice the ironwork handrails and at the top of the wooden stairs you encounter a large full bathroom with custom wood barn-door feature. Off to the right is a spacious bedroom with custom wooden closet with views overlooking the street. Opposite this bedroom is the office space which can double as an additional bedroom. Head even further upstairs to the rooftop terrace where you find a large outdoor seating area and amazing 360-degree views of Cotacachi and Mounts Imbabura and Cotacachi. . Back on the second level, you pass through the office space onto an external catwalk – a covered hallway which leads to the main bedroom. This enormous space feels even bigger with vaulted ceilings. Mixed materials of brick and wood combine beautifully here to create a cozy and comforting space. There is a huge full bathroom again with custom wood barn-door feature. A great surprise here in this main room is the Juliette balcony which overlooks a hidden, yet extensive garden area. . The back portion of the property can be accessed through the kitchen where you enter into the cozy interior courtyard which showcases lovely colorful bricklaying work, an outdoor kitchen-type setup and a bamboo-enclosed area that houses gas tanks and hot water heater. . Past the courtyard a door opens up to a hallway of brick and an enormous full bathroom / laundry room immediately on the right. Keep going down the hall to find yet another surprise: an indoor pool. Larger than a jacuzzi, this custom pool is designed to heat up with propane tanks: a truly unique feature. . Exit out past the pool into the secret garden area filled with thoughtfully organized winding paths offering nooks and crannies covered with flowers, shrubbery and trees which provide shade, privacy, and peaceful moments. A strategically placed firepit and multiple mature fruit trees can also be found here. . It is a hard property to envision without seeing for yourself as the photos just do not do it justice. Every turn is another surprise. Every door leads to a new experience. All the details are deliberate. An amazing energy abounds in this house … just waiting to find its new owner. . Casa Azul ~ You Know You Want to Be Here!
** NEW PRICE ** Spacious Contemporary Cotacachi Mountain Home
- Price
- $180,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 28
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/3
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain, Urban
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 544.54 m² (5,861.36 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 94.59 m² (1,018.15 sq ft)
** NEW PRICE 8 APRIL 2024 ** . This Contemporary home is surrounded by rolling green lawns with an established garden of exotic plants and bright flowers . Super secure quiet family friendly neighborhood, just 2 blocks from the local hospital and health care facilities, and 5 minutes walk to downtown Cotacachi parks and shopping . From off the main street side walk there are two entrances to the property, the pedestrian side gate and the double electric gates that open out to provided in property parking for two vehicles. Definitely a pet friendly property with plenty of space for playtime in the garden and run around fetch on the grass The home is outfitted with amazing oversized wall to wall windows to capture the majestic views of Mt. Cotacachi and Mt. Imbabura . The 3 level home includes 4 bedrooms each large bedroom includes space for a king size bed, full en-suite bathrooms, built in closets, cabinets, and drawers. The top level of the home opens out to a spectacular roof top patio perfect to relax an soak in the sun and 360 degree views of the spectacular mountain landscape.
Open concept fully furnished Cotacachi apartment
- Price
- $600 / month
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Lease
- Images
- 10
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 85.00 m² (914.93 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 110.00 m² (1,184.03 sq ft)
Convenient location within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and cafes. . 3 bedrooms. . 2 full bathrooms (one with bathtub). . 1 half bathroom. . Secure parking space. . Storage lockup for bicycle or suitcases. . Available long-term $600 monthly including basic utilities and internet. . This unit is also for sale.
Great views, great apartment, great opportunity to be in Cotacachi!!
- Price
- $89,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 13
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 85.00 m² (914.93 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 110.00 m² (1,184.03 sq ft)
This apartment is amazing!! With approximately 1000 square feet, the layout is great with an open concept for optimizing living space. When you enter, you come into a huge open area where the dining area is off under a window where you can see fabulous mountain views while drinking your morning coffee. The living area is quite comfortable and the kitchen is open-concept. There is plenty of counterspace making for a nice breakfast bar and a good amount of cabinet space for storage. The three bedrooms are large, each with closet and nice views. There are 2 ½ bathrooms one of which has a bathtub. . Unit comes with secure parking and a designated storage locker on ground floor. Communal laundry area on-site. . Convenient location within walking distance to shopping, restaurants and cafes. . Monthly fee of $40. Annual property taxes under $60. . This unit also makes a great rental for those who are looking for an investment opportunity.
**SOLD!!** Country Living At It's Best
- Price
- $397,500
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 30
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 2/3
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain, Countryside
- View Type
- Garden View, Greenbelt View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 0.77 ha (1.90 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 293.42 m² (3,158.33 sq ft)
**01 FEB 2024 ~ SOLD!!!!** . This is country living as it’s best, nestled in the majestic Andes Mountains with a panoramic view of rolling shades of green patchwork hills and pastures. The scenic views from the home are unparallel and can be enjoyed with the amazing year-round Spring weather. This single level custom ranch style home is a masterpiece, built to American standards with earthquake resistant design features. The home interior is of exceptional balanced layout and proportion. The property exterior has detailed paradisaic landscaping that is well established and maintained. The home is in a small residential community just 7 minutes from Cotacachi downtown shopping, restaurants, cafes, and medical facilities. Access to the property from the main road is through a secured, electric gated driveway entrance, with remote. Additionally digital access entry is available with the dial up keypad. At the foyer entrance to the home two ornate glass and iron doors open displaying 14 ft cathedral wood vaulted ceilings. The foyer and the family room are divided in the center by dual aspect wood burning fireplace. For the chilly mountain nights this is a spectacular practical design distributing heat and warmth to both front and back areas of the home. To the left side leading off the entrance foyer decorative archways frame the grand dining room with seating for 12 this is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Beyond the open plan dining it’s a few steps directly into soft tones of a white and grey kitchen color scheme. Much thought has been invested in this excellent kitchen design. It is both practical and stylish and honestly appears to be something right out of a Good Housekeeping magazine. A gentle breeze flows through the large, screened windows providing excellent ventilation. Abundant natural light set off the glow of all 42 feet of polished granite counters including an eat in kitchen that seats four. The kitchen is equipped with an all-purpose double sink and on either side of the kitchen are basin sinks perfect for food and beverage prep. Another practical feature in the kitchen is the dual-purpose cooktop with the option to cook with gas or electricity. Cooking will be an enjoyable daily experience with panoramic view of the peaceful cows in the pasture. A side door off the kitchen leads to the back wrap around patio where two sets of ornate iron French doors lead back into the home. Adjacent to the family room is a T.V. room that was also designed if necessary to be converted into a third bedroom complete with a closet and full bathroom. The master bedroom leads off with ceiling to floor walk – in his &her closets along with his & her spacious bathrooms in the elegant neutral tones with sleek granite counter tops. The large guest bedroom has ample additional space for a desk, and recliners. The bedroom includes and en suite bathroom and built-in closet. This is a well-balanced comfortable space to relax and enjoy the view. A dedicated ironing and laundry room complete with storage shelving are designated near the guest area of the home. A bonus room adjacent to the kitchen is perfect for an office nook and pantry space. The interior walls are unique with a custom whitewash over brick finish creating a clean, tidy, bright, & spacious ambiance throughout the entire home. An additional included feature is a fully operating home security system consisting of 6 cameras and a wall monitor. To be included with the purchase of the home. No need to build a dream home, this IS a dream home waiting to be yours!!
Gorgeous Hacienda on 5 hectares featuring 2 homes, on-site water source and sub-diving capability
- Price
- $649,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 36
- Property Type
- Country Estate
- Beds/Baths
- 4/4
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4
- Location
- Cuenca, Paute, Paute, Azuay, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Greenbelt View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 5.00 ha (12.36 acre)
- Total Living Area
- 435.00 m² (4,682.28 sq ft)
Nestled approximately 30 minutes outside of Cuenca via Paute in the Chicti sector of the Guachapala Canton, this amazing 5-hectare (12 acre) Hacienda offers privacy, room for expansion, full immersion with mother nature and incomparable views. . Fruit trees, lush gardens and a bonus pine forest are all part of the abundant mature landscaping one can find here. There is even an irrigation system for water accessible from the property’s reservoirs. . Enjoy the drive along the long winding driveway which leads to the 2 residences, and a 190 square meter caretaker’s house which needs to be restored. The first house has 160 sq. meters and has a living room, dining room, kitchen, master bedroom with bathroom, guest bedroom, complete guest bathroom, loft, gazebo and 2 terraces. The second house, of 85 sq. meters, consists of a living room, dining room and kitchen. There is also a Bedroom with private bathroom, Second full bathroom for guests and additional ½ bathroom. There is a large terrace, a laundry room and small workshop. There is enclosed spa area with 5 person Jacuzzi. . This is the perfect investment for a great family compound, or even the possibility for subdivided lots.
**NEW PRICE!! ** Amazing 6 Acres - Cotacachi Highlands
- Price
- $68,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Land Listing
- Images
- 12
- Property Type
- Agricultural Land/Farm
- Location
- Cuicocha, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Countryside, Mountain
- View Type
- Mountain View, River View, Valley View
- Total Lot Size
- 2,451.00 m² (26,382.24 sq ft)
** 24 FEB 2024 ~ Reduced from $75k to $68k ** . Just beyond the town of Cotacachi and passing through the parish of Quiroga, you climb up the main road in the direction of Lake Cuicocha. Directly off the main highway a private drive way leads to a beautiful 6 acre parcel of land. . The East side of the property is surrounded by tall pines it feels like a forest and a small water stream travels in the ravine below . The air is clean and fresh being at one with nature doesn't get better than this . The land is on the higher side on the road to capture the best panoramic views of Mt. Imbabura and Mt. Cotacachi. . This is a more rural area, perfect to develop an agriculture plantation or farm a crop and enjoy raising animals. This nearest neighbor owns a horse ranch with some beautiful thoroughbreds. . The exact name of this area is "Cuicocha Alto" and is about 15 minutes from the Lake Cuicocha. This area is considered a parish of Cotacachi and known for quiet living and friendly neighbors. . Installation hook up for water, electricity, and Internet are all ready available.
2 Level Duplex - Autuntaqui
- Price
- $80,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 17
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Beds/Baths
- 3/2
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Atuntaqui, Atuntaqui (Antonio Ante), Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 116.00 m² (1,248.61 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 116.00 m² (1,248.61 sq ft)
Nestled on a quiet corner lote in one of the most secure and convenient neighborhoods in Autuntaqui. Autuntaqui is located between Ibarra and Cotacachi. Autuntaqui is a small town known for many textile productions and also famous for their excellent pork cook ups. This is a small gated community neatly landscaped with traditional pavers and decorative light posts. The 3 bedroom duplex is 2 levels with 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom. Large windows along with an ornate skylight beam in lots of natural light providing a bright and cheerful ambiance to the home. The duplex is modern open plan design on the first level from the dining, living and kitchen areas. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious laundry room, perfect for a solarium, with additional storage space for bikes and tools. This is a family friendly neighborhood, pets are welcome, there is a dedicated parking spot for each owner to pull their car off the street. Yearly taxes are around $30 USD
My Quiet Space - Cotacachi Gated Community
- Price
- $470,000
- Status
- Active
- Listing Type
- Residential Sale
- Images
- 40
- Property Type
- House
- Beds/Baths
- 4/2
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Location
- Cotacachi, Cotacachi, Imbabura, Ecuador
- Location Type
- Mountain
- View Type
- Garden View, Mountain View
- Total Lot Size
- 3,633.49 m² (39,110.41 sq ft)
- Total Living Area
- 278.11 m² (2,993.54 sq ft)
The custom one-of-a-kind single level home sits on three quarters of an acre surrounded by over a dozen fruit trees and a small greenhouse perfect for potting herbs and medicinal plants. This well maintained, elegant, spacious home is definitely a MUST SEE boasting excellent attention to detail including high grade materials and finishings. There are so many custom features including the 14 skylights ,endless storage space, a one of a kind walk -in closet and the extra high natural wood vaulted ceilings are an outstanding feature lending to the grand scale elegance atmosphere throughout each area of the home. The beautiful indoor and outdoor patios with spectacular views of the mountains and rolling green hills puts the icing on the cake. . From the front door guest entrance to the home a large foyer opens out to a space of grand scale elegance of open plan design from the dining room to the kitchen. The chefs kitchen has ample counter space along with a giant size marble top island for food prep and two built in kitchen range tops and and ovens. Large windows and a skylight above provide lots of natural light to see everything in the wall to wall cupboards, drawers, and cabinets. To the side of the kitchen large wood framed French doors lead the way to a sunroom and covered patio this is an ideal space for entertaining guests and family. To keep the area toasty a wood burning chimney is crackling away through the night. On the opposite side of the kitchen we find two industrial size pantry's with ceiling to floor shelving, no lack of storage space here. . The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 and a half bathrooms. The master bedroom has an enormous en suite walk in wall to celling closet complete with loads of drawers and shoe storage racks. Some other interesting features in the master bedroom are the French doors leading out into the back patio and here is a second fully functioning wood burning chimney. The master bedroom can easily accommodate a king size bed with plenty of extra space. The many windows and French doors fill the master bedroom with natural light and the spectacular mountain views from in bed is breathtaking. The guest bedrooms have built in closets and large windows with in set latches to open for air flow and plenty of natural light to keep them bright. . The front of the property has a driveway to pull in off the street and beyond is a garage to tuck the car away. You can enter the home from the side door off the garage or the main guest entrance. . The back of the home is very secure & private with plenty of green space perfect for relaxing under the covered patio or enjoying playtime with a pet which also has his own fenced dog run. . The grounds in this beautifully landscaped gated community are within walking distance to downtown Cotacachi restaurants and shopping. . We look forward to your visit !