ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos

Riverside farm stay in San Miguel de los Bancos with a fitness centre

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About the area

San Miguel de los Bancos

A family-friendly stay in San Miguel de los Bancos awaits you at this farm stay. You'll be 5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Mindo Cloud Forest and 9.9 km (6.1 mi) from Cascada La Sucia. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This smoke-free farm house offers a fitness centre, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this San Miguel de los Bancos farm house include Mindo Central Park and Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden.

What's nearby

  • Mindo Cloud Forest - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Cascada La Sucia - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Mindo Central Park - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Mariposas de Mindo Butterfly Garden - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Mindo Valley - 25 min drive - 24.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Grillo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vaco y Vaca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Delicias Colombianas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Tradicion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪loro dorado - ‬11 min drive

About this property

ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos

About this space
Welcome to ShantihOMe—a little piece of heaven where nature embraces you and time slows down.
Nestled in the heart of Ecuador’s lush rainforest, one of the most biodiverse places on Earth, this sanctuary invites you to reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and the beauty that surrounds us.
Birdwatcher’s paradise
Spiritual and family retreat
Authentic, regenerative experience
Nightly rate: $100 for 4 guests. Each additional guest pays $20, up to a maximum of 10 guests.

The space
A modern yet rustic cabin designed for comfort and deep connection with the land.
Floor-to-ceiling windows let you wake to birdsong and fall asleep to the whisper of the forest.
You’re free to explore 10 acres of pristine nature, including:
- Private trails
- Three waterfalls
- A crystal-clear river
- Lookout points and meditation spots
ShantihOMe is perfect for:
- Family gatherings
- Romantic getaways
- Spiritual or creative retreats
- Birdwatching adventures
- Ecological volunteering

Optional services
We can coordinate regenerative experiences such as:
- Chakra cleansing
- Relaxation massages
- Lymphatic drainage
- Hot stone therapy
- Chiropractic sessions
We also offer help arranging:
- Guided birdwatching
- Whitewater rafting
- Visits to butterfly farms and orchid sanctuaries
Just let us know what you need to make your stay unforgettable

Amenities
Even in the heart of the rainforest, you’ll enjoy:
- Wi-Fi
- Hot water
- Electricity
These services may occasionally be interrupted without notice due to terrain conditions, but we’ll do our best to keep you comfortable and informed.

Guest access
ShantihOMe is located just 20 minutes from Mindo and 2.5 hours from Quito.
Close enough to explore, far enough to truly disconnect.
Gylop and Luis manage ShantihOMe and live on the property.
They’ll ensure your stay is peaceful and guide you to the river, waterfalls, and forest trails.
Tips are welcome and appreciated.
Please wear proper footwear.
All activities are optional and done at guests’ own risk.

Transportation & recommendations
If you’re visiting from abroad, we can help coordinate:
- Airport transfers (UIO – Quito)
- Lodging in Quito or other destinations in Ecuador
- Urban and rural excursions
We recommend spending at least 2 days in the capital to explore:
- The Middle of the World monument
- Historic golden churches
- Butterfly sanctuaries and rare orchid exhibits
- Museums, markets, and cultural experiences

Meals
We offer delicious homemade meals at affordable prices, so you don’t need to bring groceries.
Just let us know your preferences and we’ll take care of the rest.
If you prefer to cook, the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need:
an oven, stove, refrigerator, microwave, mixer, blender, toaster, coffee maker, and basic utensils.

Our commitment
We want your time at ShantihOMe to be more than a stay—it’s a moment of peace, connection, and natural beauty.
We’re here to help you rest, explore, and feel at home.

Sobre este espacio
Bienvenid@ a ShantihOMe—un pedacito de cielo donde la naturaleza te abraza y el tiempo se desacelera.
Ubicado en el corazón del exuberante bosque lluvioso ecuatoriano, uno de los lugares con mayor biodiversidad del planeta, este santuario te invita a reconectar contigo mism@, con tus seres queridos y con la belleza que nos rodea.
Paraíso para observadores de aves
Retiro espiritual y familiar
Experiencia auténtica y regenerativa
Tarifa por noche: $100 para 4 personas. Cada huésped adicional paga $20, hasta un máximo de 10 personas.

El espacio
Una cabaña moderna y rústica a la vez, diseñada para brindar comodidad y una conexión profunda con la tierra.
Ventanales de piso a techo te permiten despertar con el canto de las aves y dormir con el susurro del bosque.
Puedes explorar libremente 10 hectáreas de naturaleza pura, que incluyen:
- Senderos privados
- Tres cascadas
- Un río cristalino
- Miradores y espacios para meditar
ShantihOMe es perfecto para:
- Reuniones familiares
- Escapadas románticas
- Retiros espirituales o creativos
- Aventuras de observación de aves
- Voluntariado ecológico

Servicios opcionales
Coordinamos experiencias regenerativas como:
- Limpieza de chakras
- Masajes descontracturantes
- Drenaje linfático
- Terapia con piedras volcánicas
- Sesiones de quiropraxia
También podemos ayudarte a organizar:
- Avistamiento de aves guiado
- Rafting en aguas blancas
- Visitas a mariposarios y orquidearios
Solo cuéntanos qué necesitas para que tu estadía sea inolvidable

Comodidades
Incluso en medio del bosque lluvioso, disfrutarás de:
- Wi-Fi
- Agua caliente
- Electricidad
Estos servicios pueden interrumpirse ocasionalmente sin previo aviso debido a las condiciones del terreno, pero haremos todo lo posible para que te sientas cómod@ y bien informad@.

Acceso de los huéspedes
ShantihOMe está ubicado a solo 20 minutos de Mindo y a 2.5 horas de Quito.
Lo suficientemente cerca para explorar, lo suficientemente lejos para desconectarte por completo.
Gylop y Luis administran ShantihOMe y viven en la propiedad.
Ellos se encargarán de que tu estadía sea placentera y te guiarán al río, las cascadas y los senderos del bosque.
Las propinas son bienvenidas y apreciadas.
Por favor, usa calzado adecuado.
Todas las actividades son opcionales y se realizan bajo responsabilidad del huésped.

Transporte y recomendaciones
Si vienes del extranjero, podemos ayudarte a coordinar:
- Traslados desde el aeropuerto (UIO – Quito)
- Alojamiento en Quito u otros destinos de Ecuador
- Excursiones urbanas y rurales
Recomendamos pasar al menos 2 días en la capital para explorar:
- El monumento de la Mitad del Mundo
- Iglesias doradas del centro histórico
- Santuarios de mariposas y exposiciones de orquídeas raras
- Museos, mercados y experiencias culturales

Alimentación
Ofrecemos comidas caseras deliciosas a precios accesibles, para que no tengas que traer víveres.
Solo cuéntanos tus preferencias y nos encargamos de todo.
Si prefieres cocinar, la cocina está totalmente equipada con:
horno, estufa, refrigeradora, microondas, batidora, licuadora, tostadora, cafetera y utensilios básicos.

Nuestro compromiso
Queremos que tu tiempo en ShantihOMe sea mucho más que una estadía—
un momento de paz, conexión y belleza natural.
Estamos aquí para ayudarte a descansar, explorar y sentirte en casa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos have a pool?

No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.

Is ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos?

No, ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at ShantihOMe: Ecolodge entre Mindo y San Miguel de los Bancos?

No, pets are not allowed.

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