Looking for solitude, privacy, and incredible mountain and valley vistas? This Chiquintad home may just be for you. Located on the top of a mountain, 10,000 feet up, this amazing home, constructed in 2016, is approximately 165 sq meters (1776 sq, ft) and comes with almost 6 acres (2400 sq. meters) of wooded land adjacent to El Cajas National Park. The home has a river, Rio Patamarcas, that runs through the bottom of the land, and water is deeded with the property. 

The three-bedroom, 2.5 bath 2-story home has an ample open space concept living area with a living and dining room, a gorgeous cook's kitchen with granite countertops and an island, and two terraces on either side of the house -- perfect for enjoying the dramatic mountain and valley backdrops. There is also an extensive green grass lawn and an outdoor kitchen. Best of all, the home is only 30 minutes from the cultural capital of Ecuador -- Cuenca.

The downstairs of this unique home has porcelain tile floors with radiant heat, temperature-controlled, dual paned windows, and a custom fireplace with a new powered insert to keep you warm and cozy.

A custom-made, curved red sofa is the centerpiece of the living room, with a custom coffee table, 2 handcrafted storage cabinets, and a 55 inch Samsung TV, all included in the purchase price.

The large gourmet kitchen includes a GE Profile, French door refrigerator with a 2 drawer freezer, an oven, a dishwasher, a 5 "eye" induction cooktop, a modern and sleek range hood, solid wood and wood, and glass cabinets with tons of storage, and a large sink underneath a window looking out at the ever-changing views. An LG washer and dryer are also included in the sale. A wonderful dining room with Mediterranean china cabinets and a large wooden farm table makes entertaining a delight. All kitchen utensils, pots, and pans, dishes, and glassware are included -- and an inventory list is available upon request. There is also a social/guest bathroom on the first floor.

Walking up a beautiful winding wooden staircase, you'll find the 3 bedrooms (one is currently being used as a TV room with 2 recliners with footstools, storage, and a second 50 inch LG television. This room could easily be converted into a third bedroom or an office should you need more useable work and sleep space.

The Master bedroom has a custom king-size bed with a TermpuPedic mattress plus two TermpurPedic pillows, 2 bedside tables, a chest of drawers, custom drapery, and bedside lamps. This bedroom is ensuite and also has an oversized closet.

The guest room has a double bed and nightstand, with custom drapes and a bedside lamp and is also en-suite.

There are flannel and percale sheets, and linens, and a multitude of accessories that will make this a truly turnkey property.

The whole house is equipped with a house alarm and 3 security cameras and the property is fenced in with a major gate at the front of the house. The drive up to the home is on a well-maintained dirt road, with scenic vistas at every turn. The driveway is paved with pavers, making easy access once you get to the property. There is also a large outdoor bodega/ storage unit. The high-speed ASTRONET Internet is paid for through October 2021.

If you're looking for solitude, privacy, and incredible mountain and valley vistas only 30 minutes from Cuenca, don't wait. This fully-furnished, turnkey home is listed at $230,000.