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Estancia El Ombu de Areco

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This former colonial ranch offers a relaxing rural retreat in Argentina's Pampas.

This Italian Palazzo-style mansion has an ideal location in the heart of the Pampas near gaucho town San Antonio de Areco.

Dating from the 1880’s, this ranch is only a few hours from Buenos Aires, set in luxuriant parkland with a small selection of simple, atmospheric rooms with period furniture.

There are two unheated swimming pools, pleasant to use in summer, a communal living room and BBQ area where delicious asados of steak reared on the property are cooked regularly for guests. Activities available include horse-riding within the estancia, carriage drives and nature walks.

What our clients say

Perito Moreno was great again but I think the highlight was probably hiking in El Chalten area which was beautiful.
PC, London Feb 2018
What a fantastic country with genuinely friendly, happy people; it was a delight to meet so many. Although we realise we haven't seen all that the country has to offer,…
ML, Cheltenham Dec 2011
A succession of world class excursions throughout the two weeks.
JS, Newbury Nov 2018
Patagonia and Buenos Aires were the stand out highlights although the whole trip was wonderful.
ED, London Mar 2018
Most memorable experience: "First - the Andean crossing from Puerta Varas to Bariloche. Perfect weather, scenery and organisation. Second - Patagonia Camp and the mini-treks we did around the Park.…
RW, Cobham Mar 2014
It was all highlights but Iguassu falls from Argentina and Brazil were really amazing. We were fortunate to be there when the water volume and power of the falls were…
MW, Oldham Dec 2015

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