Colonial Homestay at Hacienta Zuleta
Imbabura, Ecuador
Dating from the late 16th century, Zuleta is a colonial working farm of 4,000 acres belonging to the family of Mr. Galo Plaza lasso (a former president of Ecuador) for more than 100 years. The hacienda has 14 beautifully decorated bedrooms, all with their own fireplace. Antique gardens along with cosy living and reading rooms offer a peaceful atmosphere. Delicious homey Ecuadorian cuisine among other types of gastronomic delights are served daily, prepared with organic vegetables, trout and dairy products produced on the Hacienda. Blessed with an equatorial location Hacienda Zuleta enjoys a temperate climate all year round.
The property offers a great variety of activities and places to visit to its guests. Horseback riding is a speciality, but they also offer mountain bikes and a horse drawn carriage for trips on hacienda grounds to observe the milking, the agriculture, mountain views and the tranquil life of the community. Guest can also visit their Condor Andes rehabilitation program “Condor Huasi Project” that works for the rehabilitation of the majestic Andean Condor.
The Plaza family welcomes you to their country house, with great warmth and hospitality, and invites you to share life at an authentic hacienda in the Andes of Ecuador.
Remark
January through June are characterized by sunny days with occasional spring-like showers. During this time of year, the countryside is lush and green. July and August are typically dry and provide the best opportunities for extraordinary views of the surrounding volcanoes. September through December offers pleasant weather with occasional showers.