Where to live in Cuenca

Bill and I will start looking for housing in Cuenca, Ecuador.  We will move October 1, 2013, so we have some time.  We want to rent in the city.  The amenities we would like in our neighborhood include:  access to public transit; cafes for breakfast; park for our dog; nearby farmer's market.  We are gay men, so we want to feel safe, of course, and comfortable walking down the street.  We don't need a "gay neighborhood," but that would be fine, too.  I don't think Cuenca has one, anyway.  No problem.  We are early risers and love eating breakfast out with Carly, our lhasa apso.  Cultural amenities, such as art galleries, clubs, theaters, and concert venues are important, but they don't have to be down the street, although that would be fine, too.  Any ideas?  Thanks.