La Esperanza-Ranch is a family owned ranch located in rural Delco, just twenty two minutes from Downtown Wilmington, NC, and a short drive from Leland, NC. Celebrate life’s special events in a countryside venue. La Esperanza Ranch in Delco, North Carolina offers a beautiful and tranquil event location for different occasions. The ranch boasts a beautiful and tranquil countryside setting. The family keeps horses in the stable, and has transformed a section of the ranch as a venue to host wedding receptions, birthday celebrations and other events.