UNBELIEVABLE MANSION FOR SALE in QUITO ECUADOR! 🤯

[@AmeliaAndJP]

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[@RedSpiralHandTV]

No, no, no....not "Black Beauty"...."The Black Stallion" by Walter Farley. I was a HUGE fan of the books and the horse who was reputed to be an Arabian...

[@alexneroogando9514]

Love your videos...it would be awesome if you can interview an expat family with school age kids...trying to talk my wife into moving there but we have little info when moving with kids...thanks!

[@EvaOwen]

I liked JP’s Beverly Hillbillies reference! Also I wanted to mention that when I lived in Guayaquil over 20 years my colleagues had access to an upscale country club in the area. So there has been an upper class of Ecuadorians for a long time.

[@davebonar1]

I liked the house but I would get bored in about 2 minutes living in a big empty house like that. Loved the bloopers at the end, you both seem to have so much fun doing what you do. Isn't that what life is about ?

[@AmeliaAndJP]

It truly is and we do have a lot of fun!

[@michaelcarey1574]

Amelia and Jp are delightful. Thanks for this tour. Seeing something so beautiful has enriched my day. Keep it up guys.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you!

[@cjc2]

Quito and it’s surrounding towns in the valleys are nice. Looking forward to my next trip.

[@solsoledad5364]

Mis estimados JP y Amelia, sus videos son informativos y son dos personas dinámicas y muy activas. Es verdad que en Ecuador a existen barrios residenciales para personas con recursos económicos muy altos específicamente en Cumbaya y Tumbaco. Pero son pocos los ecuatorianos que compraríamos una casa lujosa y costosa. Si bien es cierto buscamos la comodidad, a eso le sumamos el que ya pasamos a la curva de vida de forma descendente y cada dia nos volvemos viejitos y una casa grande con gradas no nos da una buena vida, con el pasar de los años tambien nos viene las enfermedades, pir ende se busca una casita confortable sin escaleras con mucha luz, con jardínes para sembrar verduras, maíz, ser felices lo más importante y sin tanto lujo.

[@PB111627]

These people really know how to build something beautiful.

[@Sharon-py5ns]

Wow! Thank you! So much fun watching your explorations! Living in Ecuador, from the USA, these past eight years. One of the best choices in my life!!!!😘

[@luciajaramillo7634]

I can’t complain in how I live here in the US but when I visit Ecuador to my family I have to admit they live pretty nice as well, I love Cumbaya n Tumbaco If we ever go back for good most likely will be in that area We love Loja, the Makacatos/ Bilcabamba area as well but a hassle to get there 🤦‍♀️ Ambato is another part we love ! Or maybe I will end up in Latacunga were I was born 👍👍

[@xao512]

I am Ecuadorian living in North America and it baffles me that houses, not just like this, but more modest, even in middle class neighborhoods are going for US prices. The minimum wage in Ecuador is $425 a month, professionals with good income take home less than 30k a year. I don't understand how a family can even think of owning a house when the value of the house is as such. My honest guess is that the influx of expats with cash in hand is driving the prices up, specially in these sought after areas.

[@proyectonuevo7487]

Haha not living in Ecuador has made you not see the reality, people who earn 425 obviously do not buy these houses, these houses are bought by people who earn a lot and money and I assure you that many people in Ecuador invoice more than 60 thousand dollars a year hehe

[@dawnaustin4556]

Its rediculous that real estate is so expensive. After all its Ecuador and not the US. I agree with your statement.

[@Yandel21ableify]

The US currency makes Ecuador more expensive

[@pabloguerra3028]

Beautiful home all and that neighborhood wow. Thats some house. Looks like something out of a magazine, can imagine how many people they would need to have in staff to clean and maintain the house. I viewed once a housing video in an upscale neighborhood in Guayaquil that was also wow. Thats one thing about here in Latin America. The housing developments for wealthy residents are really something out of a magazine. Grreat video.

[@oldstocks]

I like the upscale but not the size of 12k sqft. 2-3k is easier to maintain. Club life looks great.

[@patriciamaldonado5630]

Beautiful Club. Thank you Amelia and JP. Greetings from Quito.

[@vhoy7899]

That horse is gorgeous

[@DaCunhaCoartstudio]

Wow.. Gorgeous place!

[@twilalebold320]

Gorgeous house! I enjoyed the PRINCIPLE bedroom/master bedroom

[@MTHealtandWellnessCoaching]

Wow! another great video! I loved the fact that you shared variety. Certainly this is an amazing house, every detail makes this house special. Whoever decides to live in this house, will be happy because aside of being beautiful it has an amazing country club! Exclusive wow 🤩. Thank you for sharing

[@AmeliaAndJP]

We're happy you liked it!

[@marcelopereira84]

Love your smile guys, but missed it a little in this one. Don't pay attention to negative comments about your smiles. Just be yourself, you are awesome!!

[@vhoy7899]

Very beautiful house. Extremely huge

[@jjh3d]

Great video. Another country club in Cumbayá (Jacarandá) also has clay tennis courts, and in 2015 hosted an Association of Tennis Professionals tournament (ATP 250 Open). Also, you failed to mention that for $2.6m for that house you don't even get heat or air conditioning ha ha.

[@fmoscosot]

Actually you don´t need any air conditioning in Quito

[@tamarawest6203]

Wow that second house is much cheaper than I expected. $2.7million would not get you anything like that in Australia.

[@lucchese20]

Was thinking the same thing for the SF Bay Area. What a steal! 👍🏻

[@dawnaustin4556]

Thanks for showing us this country club. Love it! The equestrian center is just what im looking for. The house not so much. Allthough the exterior is nicely done i dont think it rises to the 2 mil price tag. Its a little on the tacky side.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

The equestrian center is amazing!

[@dawnaustin4556]

@@supercooper2665 no way! The White house is full of history. Plus, you should'nt generalize about Americans. This is my personal opinion. Construction practices in Ecuador can be iffy.

[@peterrudholmbalmaceda3274]

I agree. The key words for that house are: "newly rich."

[@proyectonuevo7487]

@@dawnaustin4556 It is true, you are a little right, I am Ecuadorian and in my country the construction practices without doubt especially in the middle and lower class places, the private suburbs if they have good construction conditions

[@dawnaustin4556]

@@proyectonuevo7487 yes, even in the not so poor areas. I also have family there and one family member had a terrible situation in which the whole building was starting to collapse. It started with the plumbing failing in one of the upper floors producing a waterfall into the lower floors. This was in Quito. I hope things have changed. Ecuador is such a great place overall.

[@hideawayhomesllc5103]

It took me years to figure out that the see-ment pond was the (cement) swimming pool! 😀 Of course I was maybe 10-12 years old at the time. Talking the Beverly Hillbillies, of course.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Haha love it!

[@Neosan1982]

Thanks for showing the outskirts of Quito. Really nice areas to live. Loved the bloopers! Your joy is contagious!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@charito7847]

Loved your introduction saying that ecuadorians don't live in shacks, with no plumbing.... I'm from Quito living in USA.. some ppl have asked me if there's buildings in Ecuador or if we have malls in Ecuador..... I appreciate your honesty in all your videos.....

[@AmeliaAndJP]

We like busting the myths and correcting the misperceptions 😊👍🇪🇨

[@logithambidurai9260]

Hi JP & Amelia! Long time watcher first time commentator here. My daughter has been living in Ecuador for a few years now however; I have learnt a lot about Ecuador from watching your videos. She has said that she’s seen the two of you around town in Olon. God willing, I will be visiting there in February for three weeks. I have a question: is there a place to buy Indian spices and dals??? 😊

[@AmeliaAndJP]

`Hola! You can find basic Indian spices, yellow curry and garam masala, along with red, black and brown/green lentils. Those specialty spices are hard to find in EC unfortunately. Enjoy your time in Olon!

[@logithambidurai9260]

Thank you for your prompt response! It’s good to know that we can find a few basic things… I’ll bring the South Indian specialty spices with me I think! I used to ask her to introduce herself to you…. Her response was “Mom!!!” I used to be so uneasy about her being alone in a country I know nothing about until I started watching your videos! Thank you! Watching your videos also helped me manage my severe anxiety during the pandemic shutdown! Thank you!! I wish you a new year that brings you good health, long life, joy and prosperity!

[@paulinamoscoso4692]

Sería interesante que vayan al Club el Condado, seguro les va gustar mucho más!!!!

[@lindahammie3674]

Hay mejores casas ahi?

[@johndoe12434]

I wish that some people that live there would be awesome the way you guys are!

[@wernerdanler2742]

All Spanish speaking countries have an upper class. Very upper! They are mostly the descendents of the original Spanish conquistadors. But we are getting there when the Waltons of Walmart can buy a $300M superyacht while the majority of us in the US struggle to get by.

[@nyc1929]

Is naive and a little pretentious to think that upper classes exist only in rich countries... All over the World exist.

[@alonshalit5778]

Beautiful share. Thank you.

[@marytica123]

BEAUTIFUL MANSION ! I think you two have found your calling - you do a GREAT job as sales reps for real estate ! Shared to my Facebook friends !

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you!

[@jkphotography9757]

wow! Beautiful! thanks for showing it

[@yvonne5674]

Thanks for sharing your videos. Son lo maximo trabajando todo muy bien me encanta sus videos ,amigos .

[@mineralt]

👍🏼 for Jethro ref

[@rchiribogar]

I noticed that there are quite a few of these "gated communities" around Quito. I know a nice one in Conocoto called Club Los Chillos.

[@tmcdon]

A little out of my price range, and I don't think I would want to live in a place like that even if I could afford it. Honestly, that little apartment/bungalow you guys lived in while in Olon looked beautiful, and would suit me just fine. Thanks for the video! You guys look fantastic!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks!

[@rfvs9759]

Don't be fooled with the price of that house. Most of the really nice houses in Quito start at 150k to 250k. You can even find better houses at a lower cost.

[@karrelaw]

Eh, too much to clean, as my Mom would say ;-) I guess my dreams are more about location and climate than luxury dwellings, but nice video! Daydreaming from the frozen wastelands of the north....

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Stay warm!

[@karrelaw]

@@AmeliaAndJP 😀

[@SteveSmith-ll8pp]

Many folks to whom I mention moving to Ecuador assume it's a third world country. Thanks to your videos, I know that's not true. I also that my retired life there will cost about a third of the average cost of living in the US. So, believe it's a third world country. Much of what I'm leaving is delusional, hostile thinking.

[@proyectonuevo7487]

Exact friend, Ecuador is third world for the poor, but the middle class and the upper class of Ecuador do not live in third world conditions jejje they give themselves first world luxuries. That's true

[@BOULDERGEEK]

I haven't really spent time in Quito, but I motorcycled South America, and spent a few weeks in Cuenca. Absolutely love it there! Easy early retirement in a gorgeous town. It is very high on my list. First come evaluations of Portugal, Croatia and more Mexico, however.

[@Lat41]

@@BOULDERGEEK I go back and forth between Portugal, Ecuador, and Costa Rica. I haven't really looked into Croatia.

[@scooter6509]

Jp, wear is the cool (tropical) shirts. 😎 helps you looking good next to Amelia .

[@nellie...]

Thanks for sharing this beautiful home. I prefer something smaller. But this house is beautiful! The black stallion 🤗

[@haroldwaynejackson7880]

La casa está muy bonita y muy cara... y también lo es el propietario/decorador.

[@haroldwaynejackson7880]

And I have made the owner into a guy... (lo siento). I have a long way to go with this Spanish stuff. I tried to flirt with a lady in Spanish a little while ago. She said "I don't speak taco." Somehow I think it was more a comment on my intentions, than my lack of Spanish language knowledge.

[@georgewarner8003]

Thank u guys for sharing your experiences. I love watching. Blessings

[@alanaldpal950]

Every country in the world has a certain number of extremely wealthy people, or a wealthy “class”.

[@quito9896]

Beautiful home, you rt. Is like anywhere in the world poor, mettle and rich. Thank you

[@garykembel8144]

Oh my, what luxury. I'd love to join that club. I could live in a little bedsit and spend my days at the club for ten bucks a day.

[@nellie...]

As always another great video. Amelia and JP, how common are the earthquakes in Ecuador and is there any area of Ecuador which they are more common?

[@AmeliaAndJP]

We talked about that here: //liveabroadnow.com/earthquakes-in-ecuador/

[@landyandrade3104]

Amelia and JP, Wishing you both a Very Happy New Year 2022! Thank you for another unique video... That house is stunning I love the pristine views of the valleys, the lush landscaping as well as the double security... I was born and raised in Ecuador and can say there are still different classes of socio-economic status. Extremely wealthy and educated, Middle-class comfortable living, poor people. Also, people from nearby countries go to Ecuador to commit crimes and ripoff the citizens, which is very sad

[@landontakeamericaback2106]

Those horses are fantastic.

[@attilagyuris4194]

Beautiful house in a beautiful area with the great country club. Thanks for the report. Suggestion: You ought to do a segment also about the Conjunto Jacaranda & the Club Jacaranda, in Cumbaya (the first gated community and Country Club in Cumbaya) . It is perhaps just a notch below the Rancho San Francisco, so perhaps a bit more affordable, but still upper class. If you are interested I could set up a visit for you.

[@silvanavelasco1147]

WOW 😂 Feliz 🎉 2022!!!

[@BC-hr2of]

WOW 😵‍💫

[@felipebustos2562]

Cumbayork ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@frodolikeabadhobbit9831]

you guys have found your calling... i love your channel...and you look so regal in that house. I will have one there someday..and both of you will be my guest. promise.

[@anndrake492]

Wow!

[@xavierleon7343]

JP you my friend should be the man more lucky and happy Why amelia is a girl very beautiful ......eres mi amigo el hombre más afortunado por tener una chica tan hermosa e inteligente sigan asi hacen una bonita e envidiable pareja sigan asi👌👌👌👌👌

[@TitoBravoMusicTBM]

Really cool place and video guys.. wondering if there's fanciest places in Guayaquil, probably..

[@AmeliaAndJP]

We've heard there are some very fancy places in Samborandon, Guayaquil.

[@vanessaprovost1112]

Awesome vid guys 👍👍👍😀😀

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thank you 😁

[@user-me7tr8uc2b]

I’ve been to 35 countries and every country I’ve ever visited had good and bad and rich and poor. Every country in the world has both. Maybe in different levels and standards but all countries have good and bad. 😊👍👍

[@josephrobi6806]

Beautiful house for sure nice stairs the deco great 👍 only thing missing is an elevator because stairs is not the best when aging

[@AmeliaAndJP]

It had an elevator shaft. Just needs the elevator 👍

[@christopherhouse7937]

Beautiful Home! Question, do you have any idea what the cheapest home in that country club or gated community would go for? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rfvs9759]

Between 200k and 300k would be the number you are looking for. But honestly, there are many other places that I would recommend looking for. Amelia and Jp are still very new to Quito.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

No idea. That was the only house we saw. But they were all similar sizes and very expensive looking.

[@bobw9297]

I would get lost trying to find the kitchen for coffee

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Too funny!

[@bouyboy100]

Very nice. You guys are great

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Thanks so much!

[@noboaana]

Loved this video! My husband has always asked me about a golf course in Ecuador… so watching this video I wonder if Rancho San Fco has one… saludos desde California!

[@AmeliaAndJP]

They don't have a golf course but there are several in EC.

[@noboaana]

@@AmeliaAndJP if you guys ever have a chance to go to a golf course in Ec it would be great to watch!

[@PierrePlogoff]

Impresive, thanks.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

ìt is impressive! Thanks for watching.

[@marleneyoung6575]

You very quickly showed sort of a church or chapel in the video and I was unclear if it is part of that house or the entire real estate complex. Which is it? I ask as the house had many religious artifacts in it. Are there many houses for sale in that complex? I really loved the chandeliers in that house and the starburst on the ceiling. In reality 2 plus million is not a lot of money for a house that size compared to the prices in the USA.

[@lucchese20]

Yes…especially in the SF Bay Area. 😁

[@AmeliaAndJP]

The chapel was part of the house. I think there are a couple other houses for sale in that complex.

[@yeraori]

JP, you can buy this house. You already have Amilian. All you need is another few thousands 😜😃😓😂😜

[@AmeliaAndJP]

`HAHAHAHA!!!

[@raiz91]

Nice house, greetings.

[@westcoastkitties]

Some people are just ignorant that’s why they think all are poor. Same as some think here in Canada we live in ice

[@fernan7055]

You should explore houses in samborondon in guayaquil

[@scotttea2048]

Gorgeous. 🌴

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Glad you liked it!

[@donh5794]

Interesting that communities with San Francisco in the name are more expensive in various countries.

[@maxexplore8220]

Really getting great insight of Ecuador, I want to watch your videos in Chronological order, Could you add a number as per the order you make a video or please add in the video description somewhere. do you have your personal website, can you put all the videos in chronological order. We want watch all videos in chronological order also share in our groups. ( it is only a request, I hope you understand). thank you

[@AmeliaAndJP]

We actually have a playlist called "Binge Watch US" where you can watch all our videos from the start of the channel until now: kzbin.info/aero/PLuE28kB_I-cfUit6FUcaKq04-1COUJYgs

[@activerealtyinc5193]

It is annoying to read comments about the less fortunate in Ecuador while wealthy people live in mansions such as this one. Different class levels are all over the world and if the family that owns rancho San Francisco are fortunate enough to enjoy such an amazing home, more power to them, I am positive that they have earned their living lifestyle!

[@legalmexican]

The high security is telling.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Theft is the most common crime.

[@Stonedmush531]

How much was this mansion?(Im asking this for a spanish project)

[@Red-Devil884]

Hey guys when you next visit Guayaquil, you should take a look at the Isla Mocoli residential island in Samborondon. It is one or the most wealthy places in Guayaquil.

[@keithkelly1168]

How much??

[@davidnazario6646]

Hey I didn't see Jeffrow or Ellie May

[@FtWTexan]

Can you tell me if COVID vaccines are required to enter/live as an expat?

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Yes. They are now required to enter the country, as well as malls, grocery stores, restaurants and other public places.

[@LuisFlores-ls4yy]

You do need to show that you are vaccinated and a PCR test that's came back negative that's just a day old.

[@FtWTexan]

@@AmeliaAndJP thanks for the reply. Ecuador looks good. Like your content. 👍

[@pcinvestmentsfinancialeduc2422]

Yes!!

[@SandraWade666]

That house would go for $20mil in the U.S.

[@lucchese20]

At least….

[@HY-bz2hn]

I don't think this price can be sold out in Ecuador

[@neuregel]

30 mill in Los Angeles

[@giorgiovaracella7001]

How much for monthly fee ???

[@AmeliaAndJP]

$300

[@smileywomen1]

I've read that to visit Ecuador travel / medical insurance is required. Is that a fact? I'm scheduled to visit GYE from January 22 thru February 5. 2022

[@AmeliaAndJP]

`I don't believe you need travel/med insurance anymore but you could double check with your airlines just in case.

[@seanstours3913]

How much would a house like this cost in Ecuador? :)

[@lucchese20]

What? No refrigerated wine cooler? Fuhgeddabouit. 😁 If it’s on AirBnb…I might reconsider. 😁

[@AmeliaAndJP]

😆

[@johnnymidas5879]

HEY GUYS!!.. GREETINGS FROM PALM DESERT CALIFORNIA... BUT FLYING TO TEXAS IN A FEW TO CHECK THINGS OUT.😃👍

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Feliz año nuevo! Buen viaje!

[@pcinvestmentsfinancialeduc2422]

Another tennis place, Quito Tennis

[@borostojmenov5249]

What is the price

[@AmeliaAndJP]

$2.65 million

[@PhoenixBeI]

I giggled when you talked about the escort. I don't think it was to protect you, as is the case of the prez's motorcade, but to keep an eye on you. You dangerous, you. Lol

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Haha yes. They were keep their eye on us for sure!

[@waynesalvador9925]

Custom Build homes for years. Honestly... Unless you have the money it's not anything you want. The home owns you. Who wants to possess something that owns you in your retirement years.

[@rorybellamy2533]

House shopping? did we see a Pool?

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Haha that's way out of our price range!

[@anamariaprado2718]

Does the house had a chapel ? Unbelievable, I think I saw a Catholic Chapel inside that house !!

[@rfvs9759]

Yes it does have. It's really uncommon. But most religious ecuadorians are catholic that's for sure.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

That was a very fancy chapel!

[@alexrabines3947]

I love the house however I love much more your bloopers. Still cracking.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

Haha, thanks! We have our moments!!

[@beaulong]

Totally rent this for $1500 a month. ;)

[@NinaLangfeldt]

How can some people live like this,when people in their own country suffer from poverty?

[@smokingtarheel3003]

The same thing can be said of the US. I don't have to drive very far to see poverty and homelessness.

[@proyectonuevo7487]

They earned it.. The issue of poverty is a matter of government but not of the neighbor head-on.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

There are no easy answers in this world.

[@hikingwith.....j3278]

Ecuador like most S. American countries still function under the Spanish colonial system where you have the extreme rich and the extreme poor.....A system that is both oppressive and outdated. Its revolting that with so much poverty people these people could not care less about the poor.

[@AmeliaAndJP]

There is a large middle class in ecuador.

[@hikingwith.....j3278]

That is surprising and Atypical of S. America.@@AmeliaAndJP

[@vhoy7899]

House is worth it...unfortunately, I don't have that kind of money

[@rfvs9759]

The house is overpriced, that's evident. with 2.7 million you can build a fancy 6 story building.

[@LuisJimenezV]

This house is big, luxurious but horrible - reminds me of Scarface’s joint. Ecuador shall move out of this Victorian style and develop its own style, more modern and using sustainable and proximity materials.

[@JuanPerez-sn3jw]

Probably and for sure there’s no garbage like the ghettos of the inner cities of the land of the free . Quito has history back 100 years before the landing of the Mayflower . The world does not start in New York and ending in Los Angeles .