Cloud forest retreat

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

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Explore the area

Nanegal, Pichincha

Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum42 min drive
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve58 min drive
Monument to the Equator62 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Breathtaking views; a paradise for birders, hikers and nature lovers. Remote house high in the Ecuadorean Choco cloud forest, yet just two hours from Quito. All meals and guide included! Delicious local Ecuadorean food prepared for you. The property is 80 acres and includes many trails for hiking and birding. Much longer trails accessible from the property by foot.

Located almost on the equator and about a mile high, the climate is almost always in the 70s and comfortable. Be sure to watch the video on the photos area for more details.

Property manager

Daniel Connor

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Nanegal

This vacation home is located in Nanegal. Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum and Rumicucho Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mindo Cloud Forest and Nangulvi Thermal Springs. Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve and Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden are also worth visiting.

Nanegal, Pichincha

What's nearby

Mindo Cloud Forest - 31 min drive
Tulipe Archaeological Site-Museum - 42 min drive
Mindo Valley - 48 min drive
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve - 58 min drive
Monument to the Equator - 62 min drive

Getting around

Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

Nanegalito - 26 min drive
El Sabroson - 26 min drive
Cevichería Puerto Azul - 63 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cloud forest retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

maria k.

26 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in the clouds!

Daniels place was absolutely amazing! Everything from when we arrived to when we left was taken care of. There is a guide on site that takes you exploring all over the area and is an expert in all the wild life. All meals are also taken care of, home cooked and absolutely delicious. The house is very charming and you can tell a lot of work has been put in it to making it feel like home. We cannot wait to stay at Daniels place next time we're in Ecuador!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicja P.

17 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay in the heart of the bosque nublado

The place is simply stunning. It's not too far from Nanegalito (around a 30 min drive) and the road to get there is quite good too. The place itself is clean and has that relaxing vibe. There are a few hammocks and wherever you sit the view is remarkable. The food was also delicious. Mauricio (the guide) took us for a walk around the place and we saw a few species of birds including toucans. There are also humming-birds everywhere around the lodge. Definitely worth a visit and we will definitely come back during the bear season.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

zophia r.

23 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glamping with 5 star food and 5 star birding

We had an amazing time at Cerro Campana. The property is amazingly beautiful and easily outshone my trips to Hawaii and Costa Rica. Much more affordable than other eco lodges in the area. Here you will get personal service and will feel like a VIP. If you love birding and great food with a comfy bed and are on a budget, this is a great choice. Think of this place as a Treehouse Bed and Breakfast with 3 meals a day. The staff will be at the cabin were working hard most of the day. The bed was new and linens extremely clean. The bathroom is on the ground floor while the bedrooms are upstairs, and the hallways are all open to the outdoors, so keep that in mind. The property is amazing. Mauricio took us on countless hikes to find 45 types of birds, including the spectacled owl. He even found a spectacled bear in a tree for us at the preserve next door. From the porch we saw 10 kinds of hummingbirds at the feeders. The trail to the waterfall and swimming hole is easy and you will want to stay down there all day. The food was beyond delicious. Mirma made everything vegetarian or fish as requested. You had better come hungry because they feed you a LOT. Dessert twice a day made more hiking necessary! We tasted so many traditional dishes, and the best ceviche and best flan I’ve ever tasted. The cabin is mostly open to the elements except bedrooms. We used headlamps instead of the overhead lights in our bedroom and the bathroom to keep moths out. I would suggest that the owner change the bulbs to yellow bug lights. The bathroom definitely needs work. I did not care about the appearance, but the electric shower head kept tripping the breaker and we were in the dark. Perhaps the owner will upgrade this. Also, the bathroom needs sealing to keep out moths. Everything else-- location, service, beds, and food-- was all fantastic. Such a beautiful place with amazing food at a great price.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

9 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nature Lover’s Retreat

Cerro Campana is an incredibly beautiful property! The rustic cabin has comfortable beds and pillows, alfresco dining and views that can’t be beat. The only sound you hear at night is the gentle chirp of the birds and frogs. Mauricio is a wonderful guide who’s happy to share his love of birds and plants of the area. We had excellent food all over Ecuador, but Mirma’s cooking was outstanding! She even rose to the challenge of cooking delicious vegetarian food for me. Mirma and Mauricio made every moment perfect for us. We’ll never forget our four days in the cloud forest, and hopefully will be able to return soon. As a side note, the only drawback for us was that the bathroom needs updating, but the showerhead provides plenty of hot water. I’d advise hiring a driver to get around; the roads aren’t easy to navigate but it’s worth the trip! It was the perfect end to our time in Ecuador.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022