Cuenca Penthouse Condo with Panoramic Views + Huge Terrace with private hot tub, fire pit, and BBQ
Condominium • Cuenca Ecuador
6 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Beds
5.5 Bathrooms
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal
Hospitality
Statistics
Listed April 2026
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General Overview
**Coming soon… Expected to be ready for exchanges as early as June 2027**
Full-floor luxury condo with a stunning private terrace, hot tub, and panoramic views—set in Cuenca’s perfect year-round spring climate, just minutes from a UNESCO historic center.
Warm, Light-Filled Luxury Condo with Incredible Views – Cuenca, Ecuador 🇪🇨
We’re so happy to share our home in Cuenca—a place that has completely won us over. It’s one of those cities that feels both vibrant and peaceful at the same time, and our condo is designed to help you fully enjoy that feeling.
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✨ Our home
This is a full-floor condo on the 10th floor, so you have privacy, space, and truly special views from every angle. With elevator access and a reserved garage parking space, everything is easy and comfortable from the moment you arrive.
The home itself is spacious, cozy, and thoughtfully designed for relaxing stays:
- 4 comfortable bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom
- 5.5 bathrooms total (including bidets in 3)
- Heated floors in bedrooms and bathrooms (a small luxury you’ll quickly love)
- Ceiling fans in the bedrooms for those who enjoy extra airflow
- A warm fireplace for cooler evenings
- Separate TV/family room—perfect for unwinding after a day out
It’s the kind of place where you can spread out, settle in, and feel at home right away.
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🌅 The Terrace
The heart of the home is the large private terrace—and it’s where we will spend most of our time.
From the 10th floor, the views are incredible:
- The city stretching out below you
- The Cathedral domes in the distance
- The Cajas mountains beyond
The space includes:
- Hot tub with a view
- Fire pit for cozy evenings
- BBQ and outdoor dining
- Plenty of lounge space to relax, read, or just take in the scenery
Sunsets here are something you won’t forget.
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📍 The location
We love this neighborhood because it feels local and calm, while still being close to everything:
- Just 1 block from Parque Tarqui (great for walks and everyday life)
- About a 20-minute walk to Mall del Alto
- Only 10–15 minutes by taxi/Uber to the historic center
Getting around is very easy:
- Taxis and Uber are inexpensive and quick
- Public transport and tram access nearby
- Walking is safe and pleasant
🏛️ Why Cuenca
Cuenca is a UNESCO World Heritage city and recently named UNESCO Creative City in Gastronomy in 2025, but what really makes it special is how it feels to be here.
It’s:
- Beautiful and historic, with rivers and colonial architecture
- Walkable, relaxed, and very welcoming
- Full of culture—art, music, markets, and great food
- Cuenca is regularly recognized as one of the safest cities in South America and Ecuador
And one of the biggest surprises?
The climate. Sitting at 8,399 feet/ 2,500 meters above sea level - Cuenca enjoys a spring-like temperature year-round, with mild days and cool evenings—no extremes, just comfortable living all year. Just make sure to wear your sunscreen as the UV index is quite high due to the proximity to the equator + altitude.
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🌿 Close to nature
One of the things we love most is how easy it is to get out into nature:
- Cajas National Park (30–45 min): lakes, hiking, incredible landscapes
- Baños de Cuenca: thermal baths, spa treatments, and relaxing day trips
- Waterfalls, scenic drives, and fresh mountain air all around
✈️ Easy Galápagos access (NEW ✨)
As of March 2026, there are now direct flights from Cuenca to the Galápagos a couple of times per week.
Even if the flight briefly stops in Quito, you stay on the plane—making it a very smooth and easy way to combine Cuenca with a once-in-a-lifetime Galápagos trip.
⚽ A fun local experience
If you enjoy sports, catching a match is a great way to connect with the city:
- Futbol / Soccer Games at the recently upgraded
Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar
- Home team: Deportivo Cuenca
- Lively, welcoming atmosphere and very affordable
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💛 Why this home works so well
This is a great fit if you’re looking for:
- A comfortable, quiet home base
- Space to relax (especially that terrace!)
- A neighborhood that is local but is still close to everything
- A destination that blends culture, nature, and everyday ease of living
Cuenca is truly a hidden gem in South America and we hope you’ll love it too!
The Space
I think I covered most of it in the General Overview. We are extremely excited to complete this home and get it ready for visitors! This combination of privacy, spectacular views, space, indoor/outdoor living and detail will make any trip to Cuenca unforgettable.
Guest Access
Our condo encompasses the entire 10th floor. There will be 24 hour security upon entrance to the building.
Notes
We are a “no shoes” household and do request that all outdoor footwear is left by the front door.
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Our neighborhood is just south west of the historic center. We have a great, modern grocery store about a 15 minutes walk from our condo. One of the largest parks in the city is about a 7 minutes walk to the south of us. The new Mall del Alto is a 20 minutes walk and is anticipated to be the best mall in Ecuador (opening May 2026) complete with everything from Go-Kart racing, bowling, movie theatre, upscale and food court dining, and over 200 stores.
Getting to my home
The easiest way will be to take an Uber or taxi from the Airport. Approximately 20 minutes (depending on traffic) and usually $3-4.50 depending on traffic.
Nearest airport
The Mariscal Lamar National Airport (Cuenca Airport) is approximately 20 minutes in a taxi/uber (typically around $4 USD as of April 2026).
Getting Around
Cuenca is a very walkable city so we usually walk whenever we can.. Ubers/Taxis are very inexpensive, plentiful and we can usually get across the city in less than 20 minutes and less than $5 USD. The Tranvia is also a wonderful (clean, safe, and easy )way to get into the historical city center as are the buses once you get the hang of them. The buses are currently .35 US cents and the tranvia is .35 cents with a Tranvia card or $1 USD with cash at the stops. Seniors and under 18 minors are only .17 cents with the Tranvia card.
Map of Approximate Location
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Elizabeth
We are a family of four who have made a new home in Costa Rica since 2019. Elizabeth, a former spa owner, and Dave, a corporate attorney able to work remotely, and our two pre-teen/teen children (one piano/tennis player and one fitness/Fortnite enthusiast). We are taking 14 months to travel the world. We love to explore both cities and more remote locations and try all of the local foods wherever we go.
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