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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.

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What our clients say

  • An excellent holiday to a fantastically varied country inhabited by charming people. An absolute must.

    CF, Sutton Jun 2013

  • Most Memorable Moment: Perito Moreno glacier.

    SU, London Jan 2017

  • Each day gave us stunning scenery, amazing sights and the friendliness of the Argentinian people. Although one particular highlight was seeing an armadillo on the road from El Calafate..

    YGG, Wirral Feb 2019

  • We have had a great holiday in Argentina, partly organised by JLA and would certainly recommend JLA to anyone that wants to have such a trip,  as they provided very…

    LS, Zurich Mar 2012

  • Perito Moreno was great again but I think the highlight was probably hiking in El Chalten area which was beautiful.

    PC, London Feb 2018

  • Seeing the iguazu falls was unforgettable. The hotel was beautiful with a fantastic position.

    LD, London Feb 2016
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