Welcome to Finca/Hacienda Uruche — a truly exceptional and distinctive country estate located approximately 3 Kilometres from the centre of Vilcabamba.

Set within a beautiful valley to the east of Vilcabamba and beneath the foothills of the Andes, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of convenience and tranquillity.  Close to town, yet tucked into the privacy, quiet and natural beauty of the mountains. Whether your vision includes developing a productive farm, creating a private estate, establishing a community project, or simply embracing a peaceful countryside lifestyle, this finca provides the perfect balance without ever feeling remote or isolated.

Natural Setting & Water Abundance

The valley lies below Podocarpus National Park, the source of the region’s pure mountain water. In addition to this privileged location, the property benefits from its own natural spring within the valley.

The upper residence is supplied by a private natural spring, of which the current owners of this land are the sole users. The coffee orchard home benefits from established water rights held with the Junta de Uruche water authority. An additional water right application has been submitted through the Junta de Romerillos, which will further enhance water access to the upper section of the land.

Thanks to carefully designed water management systems, the farm is considered drought-resistant. The owners have implemented thoughtful infrastructure to optimise water capture, storage and distribution throughout the property.

Permaculture & Sustainable Design

Through innovative permaculture principles and intelligent land design, the natural water flow has been harnessed to create a highly productive ecosystem. The property features:

            •          Multiple self-draining ponds for water management

            •          One large rubber-lined reservoir

            •          One smaller cement-lined pond

            •          Reserve tanks and integrated irrigation systems

            •          Newly installed drip irrigation for the orchard

            •          Sprinkler systems and water distribution

This integrated system allows efficient gravity fed irrigation across the entire estate and supports year-round agricultural productivity. Pumps can be installed to distribute the water to higher areas on the farm.

Mature Organic Fruit Production

The landscape is rich with established, fruit-bearing trees and diverse organic crops, including:

•           Coffee

            •          Several varieties of avocado

            •          Mango

            •          Papaya

            •          Sweet and sour oranges

            •          Sweet and sour lemons

            •          Numerous varieties of banana and plantain

            •          Cherry

            •          Peach

            •          Soursop (Guanábana)

            •          Cherimoya

            •          Pomegranate

            •          Jackfruit

            •          Pitahaya

            •          Passionfruit (Maracuyá)

            •          Sweet passion fruit (Granadilla)

            •          Chayote

            •          And many other seasonal organic fruits

The abundance and maturity of the orchard make this a genuinely productive, self-sustaining farm with significant agricultural potential. The large coffee orchard is growing organically and, in the shade, producing hundreds of pounds of incredible coffee. 

Infrastructure & Access

Finca Uruche stands out for its large, usable and easily accessible terrain — a rarity in this region — combined with established infrastructure already in place.

Private Road & Security

Accessed by a well-maintained 7-metre-wide private road. This property’s entrance features a solid metal security gate with motorised operation, solar back-up power, remote control access and keypad entry, ensuring both privacy and security for residents.

Development Potential

Opportunities of this calibre are increasingly rare in the Vilcabamba area.

The property offers multiple flat building sites and generous spacing, allowing for additional homes while maintaining privacy throughout the land. With existing houses already in place, the estate is well-suited for:

            •          A private family compound

            •          An eco-retreat or international wellness destination

            •          A permaculture or farming community

            •          A boutique glamping project

            •          A sustainable lifestyle development

This is a unique and versatile estate with outstanding natural resources, infrastructure and long-term potential.

A truly special property for those seeking land, water security and vision in one of Ecuador’s most desirable rural locations.

Contact us today to schedule a viewing and make this exceptional property your own! 

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