This gorgeous, rural Rio Amarillo property, 15 minutes from Cuenca, has 7.5 acres of land, a river surrounding the property, 3 stables and plenty of grazing room, 5 flat levels of land should you want to expand and a lovely 3-bedroom house designed and built by a noted local architect. 

The 3.648 sq. ft. (338.91 sq. meter) home has central heating, four full bathrooms, a half bath, a glass-enclosed porch with a large dining table, chairs and couches, a formal living and dining area with a stunning field-stone fireplace, an adjacent family room and study, a dedicated office, a fully-equipped kitchen, Fiber Optics Internet, a Jacuzzl tub in the primary bedroom, central heating, an electric transformer, surveillance cameras, an automatic gate, a separate, spacious 2-story maids quarters that could be turned into a guest house, community water, as well as irrigation water, and a reservoir. Most exceptional are the exquisite views, with ancient forest trees, grassy flat areas, amazing views and the charming 3-bedroom home.

Beautiful stonework, mature plantings, a park-like front yard with a soccer/volleyball field, well-kept trails throughout the property for easy accessibility to the upper part of the land, 4 huge bodega storage units (big enough for farm equipment), one workshop, parking for multiple cars, pastures, a stable for 3 horses, and a bountiful, 2-level vegetable garden with some fruit trees, plus a large greenhouse are all what make this property special. There is also a handicapped ramp leading to the elegant front door. As well, outside the main house is a giant stone patio with a large clay oven and room for a huge outdoor sitting area and kitchen. The entire property is gated. There is also a smoke house located by the upper reservoir.

The rolling hills and beautiful forests that surround the property make you feel as if you're far away from Ecuador's third largest city, yet it's only 15 minutes on a mostly paved road to get to this glorious getaway from Cuenca. Currently a small horse farm, the property could also be a cattle ranch or the land could be sub-dived for other dwellings for family, for profit or to be used as a resort or retreat. There are three separate (completely legal) deeds, so subdivision is definitely an option and because this is a rural area, annual property taxes are only $70 for all of the property.

As you walk into the home from the side door, there is a large, glass-enclosed porch that serves as a dining, living, and relaxation room leading to the kitchen with views of the stunning front yard. Take a peek outside, and you're likely to see one of the two beautiful horses who've wandered down the valley to be part of the "family."

Off the kitchen is a good-sized living and dining space with a beautiful field stone, wood fireplace to keep you cozy and warm on those chilly Cuenca evenings. Directly off the living room is a spacious family room/library, then up a dramatic hardwood staircase is a TV/reading area and the three en-suite bedrooms -- all with skylights. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet, a bright and cheery bathroom, and a jacuzzi tub in the bedroom. There is a social/guest room on the first floor as well. In the maid's quarters is the fourth bathroom. 

The price for this gorgeous, rural, Rio Amarillo property 15 minutes from Cuenca, with 7 1/2 acres of land is $1.1 million, negotiable.

Rio Amarillo is fast becoming a wealthy enclave, much like Chaullabamba and most recently, San Joaquin, due to its country feel, nature-filled surroundings, spectacular views, good land value and its proximity to Cuenca.