Pachamama Spectrum of Treasures: For Sale - 3 BDR Villa with view, guesthouse, and gardens in Bahia de Caraquez

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A home with a view, property, gardens, and guesthouse in Bahia de Caraquez is a very rare find. Seize this opportunity to enjoy the coastal environment and life outdoors. The time has come for the next chapter in our adventures in Ecuador, and we are shedding our "hobby farm & garden responsibilities" and offering our coastal tropical paradise for sale in order to refocus and travel more.

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This 2,000 sq mtr ( 52 X 40 mtr - 1/2 acre ) property is a centrally located, tropical, hilltop garden villa sanctuary with two homes overlooking the Chone River estuary in Bahia de Caraquez.

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The Villa property is two separately deeded lots. There is 230 sq mtr of construction ( 160 sq mtr main home, 70 sq mtr casita ) 191 sq mtr covered terraces, a carport / garage and bodega, and 550 sq mtrs of multi-level brick, cobblestone and cement patios areas for socializing which feature a custom brick traditional wood /gas BBQ & stove with ceramic counter & several ceramic park benches.

Located in a quiet residential neighbourhood at the end of a cul-de-sac. The perimeter of the grounds are fully enclosed by a brick wall with ornamental wrought iron entrance gates for your security.

Behind is a forested mountain nature park with a road & hiking trails leading to the Pacific Ocean.

Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature while still being close to everything. Adjacent to the hospital, one block to the transit bus stop and a park, two blocks to main street shopping, three blocks to the University and the seawall malecon where you can walk, jog, roller blade, or cycle, safely without traffic, a network of over 25 km of dedicated paved and cobblestone pedestrian paths. It is a short distance from the secluded, pristine, sandy beach of Punta Bellaca.

For further enticement, the two homes are ideal for extended family, or you can have a proven rental income stream from the casita providing a 5 % return on your purchase price, and live in the main home for free !

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The main home is a bright 160 sq mt ( 1,600 sq ft ) 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom well designed home with ceramic tile flooring throughout. It has large screened windows with window coverings, two air conditioners, and ceiling fans in each room.

The bright kitchen has daylight flourescent lighting, ample counter tops & wood cabinets, a movable island counter with drawers, and a ceramic serving bar & counter opening onto the dining room.

The living room is 4.5 m X 7.5 m with double hardwood entry doors, 3 large windows and the adjoining dining area.

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The spacious master bedroom is 4.75m X 4.75m and has a full large ensuite, large shower, and spacious built-in linen & toiletry cupboards.

Guest bedroom.

At the rear of the home is a bedroom / office / den with built in computer desk and bookshelves.

The main bathroom is updated with a large shower stall.

There is also a maid's / laundry / utility room. The rear entrance features a french door providing vistas and sunlight.

For your security all windows, and exterior entrance doors have decorative scroll wrought iron security grates.

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The home's second level is a full size roof terrace with an exterior stair case to the upper terrace. A new "clay tile look" aluminum roof for maintenance free longevity shelters the 1,700 sq ft terrace. You will enjoy magnificent 360 degree panoramic city, hillside, and estuary views relaxing in your hammock swaying with the constant breeze. This large open patio could easily be finished into additional formal living space, or another complete floor.

There is a carport for parking your vehicle, outdoor shop space, and a 19 sq mtr bodega, and a 2^nd smaller bodega for tools, supplies, & storage. All buildings are fitted with ecologically sensitive rain collection systems.

There are two large water cisterns for storing 22 cubic meters of water, and 4 smaller ½ cubic meter tanks distributed for collecting rainwater. The homes are connected to both city water and sewer services, telephone, internet, & DirecTV. Electric service is 220 VAC 60 Hz. with 110 VAC sub panels.

Both homes have been freshly painted inside and out, and are very well maintained. Both homes were well constructed, the main house in 1996 ( pre-earthquake ) without any structural damage and the casita in 2011 under our supervision.

The secure, spacious grounds are landscaped with lush tropical flower gardens and many tropical fruit trees.

Enjoy over 550 sq mtrs of multi-level brick, cobblestone and cement patios areas for socializing which feature a custom brick traditional wood /gas BBQ & stove with ceramic counter & several recycled ceramic park benches.

Take full advantage of the coastal environment and enjoy outdoor life – the gardens are home to butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and a wide variety of other birds.

There is also a chicken coop for fresh eggs daily. There is sufficient level land to facilitate building another guest house, swimming pool, or additional gardens.

Mature producing trees include Hawaiian papaya, oboe, almond, lime, noni, tuna, pomegranate, cherimoya, starfruit, and a variety of hot peppers. Younger seedlings include, pitahaya, cocao,

coconut, mangoes, oranges, mandarin, grapefruit, guayaba, pineapple, and fig.

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The casita built in 2011 is a bright 75 sq mt ( 700 sq ft ) one bedroom home with a view and covered patio area. The home has a proven rental stream approaching 100% occupancy annually.

Ceramic tile flooring throughout, large screened windows, vaulted wood-beamed ceiling with fans. The kitchen has a breakfast bar.

There is ample counter-top space and a choice of tables when eating. The bedroom has a queen bed with a top-of-the-line mattress.

Living room has television, DVD player and locally made wicker furniture. Bathroom has large tiled shower with hot water, and towels. The outdoor patio has a hammock & table & four chairs.

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Other popular beach cities of Canoa &San Clemente are close by, while the major metro areas of Manta and Portoviejo are just an hour away providing major supermarket chains and malls. Our

largest city, Guayaquil, is just 4 hours away from here.

Attractions & Activities in the area include :

Beaches, Canoa - " little Montanita " for surfing, Chirije archeological site, San Isidro archeological site, Isla Corazon, Isla Frigatas, La Cruz, Museo, Cocao, Banana or camaonera farm tours, panga water taxis, Montecristi, or relax on a ecologically friendly triciclio tour

Water Sports - Surfing, swimming, para sailing, jet skis, wind surfing, sailing, rowing and kayaking are some of the water sports that can be enjoyed within the tranquility of the estuary or challenge the Pacific Ocean. Fishing, whale watching, tennis, soccer, beach volleyball, cycling, and hiking are all available.