Estancia La Fortuna
Salto, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
16 guests
7 bedrooms
12 bathrooms
- Exceptionally Posh
- A property with excellence in architecture and design, rich in materials and amenities, often staffed.
- Estate
- An extensive property, usually in the country, made up of multiple units rented together
- Countryside
- Out of town, in rural or agricultural settings
An Elegant Equestrian Palace in the Pampas
A luxurious, Belle Epoque architectural masterpiece where gauchos serve as your hosts, this historic, French-styled château in Argentina occupies a vast swath of open pampas, making it a dream destination for equestrian lovers.
This luxurious French-styled chateau feels right at home in its South American setting, especially given its one-of-a-kind focus on Argentina's traditional gaucho cultural traditions. A storied horse property, it’s an elegant destination where Argentinian heritage meets championship-quality, English polo horse training grounds, and guests reside in a stunning, antique-furnished and architect-designed French chateau dating from 1873. A horse lovers' idyll, with resident horses from some of England's most prestigious polo tournaments, the authentic chateau offers noble lodgings for those seeking full immersion in the legendary gaucho tradition.
Elegant Equestrian Palace in the Pampas
This luxurious French-styled chateau feels right at home in its South American setting, especially given its one-of-a-kind focus on Argentina's traditional gaucho cultural traditions. A storied horse property, it’s an elegant destination where Argentinian heritage meets championship-quality, English polo horse training grounds, and guests reside in a stunning, antique-furnished and architect-designed French chateau dating from 1873. A horse lovers' idyll, with resident horses from some of England's most prestigious polo tournaments, the authentic chateau offers noble lodgings for those seeking full immersion in the legendary gaucho tradition.
Built at the turn of the 20th century by Gallic architect Le Bergere for its French-Argentine owners during the country’s glorious Belle Epoque period, this grand estate was created as an equestrian estancia in the wide open, fertile countryside, some 200 kilometers from Buenos Aires. Here, life includes a library, billiard room, observatory and private cinema, along with a basement wine cellar, swimming pool and on-site dedicated staff of eight, including a manager, concierge, cook, gardener and gauchos.
Guests are greeted with a welcoming wine reception and treated to daily breakfasts, afternoon teas, an asado criollo (traditional barbecue), and wine tastings in the basement cellar. Horseback riding, antique horse-drawn carriage trips, and evenings spent gaucho-style around an outdoor fire pit are also on offer. The property has an orchard/winter garden, pool table, and outdoor living spaces.
Best visited by horse lovers and dedicated equestrians who can benefit from its on-site stables and horseback riding excursions, the property offers horseback adventures and carriage outings and numerous other serviced activities including tango classes, cooking courses, swimming, biking, hiking, and antique car or carriage tours, plus private helicopter transfers.
Additional information
Daily rates include the exclusive usage of the entire estate and all its facilities and services, assisted by the House Concierge and staff throughout the stay. Maximum capacity 16 overnight guests; 3-night minimum. Rates for festivities and peak seasons apply.
Rates include: welcome sparkling wine reception, three-course meals, traditional Criollo afternoon tea or evening wine tasting in the cellar, breakfast buffet, 24-hour hot and cold, non-alcoholic beverage station, a traditional “asado criollo” (barbecue), a visit to La Fortuna’s Pulpería (General Store) in Berdier, horseback riding, plus access to all amenities described above. Note: Alcoholic beverage service is not included in the rate.
Late check-out, with the possibility of leaving after teatime, is available.
Around
Salto is set in the vast grassland that has historically been home to the gaucho, the horsemen also known as the “cowboys of the pampas,” and cultural symbols of the country. A typical day at La Fortuna might include a horseback ride on the grounds (suitable for beginners), accompanied by one of the gauchos who work on the ranch. Gauchos flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries in this region, also referred to as the Uruguayan and Argentine pampas, a vast prairie ideal for tending to livestock. Gauchos are held in high esteem in Argentinian legend, literature and folklore admired for their nomadic lifestyle and migratory cattle tending.
Location
Salto, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Nearest airport: Buenos Aires (200km)
Best time to visit
Shoulder seasons, spring and fall (March to May, September to November)
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Amenities
Here’s what you can expect during your stay:
- Internet
- Pool
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
Additional Information
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- Bedrooms
- 7
- Full Bathrooms
- 12