Las rural areas from the province of Buenos Aires they function as a great refuge; a serene break from city life, a few kilometers from the Capital. Maybe they also mean a trip to other timesto those ranches that offer accommodation in what was the main part of a productive field.
The options are diverse. There are magnificent rural palaces. There are beautiful gardens designed by renowned landscapers. There are objects from other times: furniture, wide galleries, patios with cisterns, carriages…
And there are also recycled places with a particular charm, with the idea of providing a country experience with five-star comfort. Here are three examples to get closer and enjoy the pampas with a touch of glamour.
San Ceferino (Luján)
His story dates back to the 80’s, with animal husbandry and a subsequent – and timid – opening to tourism. In those years, they received guests in the center of the ranch; Over time, the project grew and more land was purchased until reaching the 130 hectares they have today.
It’s a hotel and spa categorized with five stars superior, with swimming pools and party and event rooms capable of housing more than a thousand people. In total, there are 77 rooms that are characterized by comfort and large spaces and divided into four categories: Imperial, King, Senior and Junior.
The place is also notable for a beautiful park with a lagoon and a detail: its own collection of 50 vintage carriages. In addition to touring the dairy and the dairy, you can spend the day hiking, horseback riding, soccer, volleyball, golf and, of course, riding some of the carriages in the extensive collection.
When it comes to relaxing, the great must-see of the place is Mora Spa, a place with just over 1,500 square meters that offers a heated pool with hydromassage, waterfall and swan necks, ergonomic jacuzzis, relaxation and meditation room, sauna and Finnish ( www.sanceferinohotelspa.com.ar)
Estancia Don Pedro (Solis)
Located in the town of Solís, only 20 minutes from San Antonio de Areco and one hour from Capital, the ranch offers suites with full board and the possibility of enjoying a day in the countryside, in addition to organizing social and corporate events.
The activity program has a special focus on familywith services included such as an inflatable for children, a soccer field with synthetic grass, pedal cars, board games, foosball and ping-pong.
You can also visit the farm animals and lagoon and island walks. The gastronomy is focused on premium cuts of meat – there are also options for vegetarians – and traditional Argentine desserts (www.estanciadonpedro.com).
Estancia La Porteña (San Antonio de Areco)
He has some reasons to brag. On the one hand, its precious helmet built in the 19th century. On the other hand, the park designed by none other than Carlos Thays, creator of Parque 3 de Febrero (Buenos Aires), Parque General San Martín (Mendoza) and Parque 9 de Julio (San Miguel de Tucumán), among many others.
Furthermore, iinspired Ricardo Güiraldes to write “Don Segundo Sombra”, since the writer spent long periods there during his childhood and youth, where he learned about the customs of the gauchos.
Declared a National Historical Monument, the ranch offers the possibility of spending a day in the countryside, with Creole barbecue and other activities such as hiking and horseback riding, carriage rides, folk guitar playing and demonstration of Creole skills.
You can also visit the historic helmet of the house and the Ricardo Güiraldes bedroom. Accommodation at the ranch includes meals and Field Day activities. Each room has its own gaucho spirit. The most traditional, of course, is the Ricardo Güiraldes Room and the Poet’s Corner; It is a bedroom with a king-size bed and fireplace, overlooking the entrance grove, desk, books, paintings and other objects of the writer (www.laporteniadeareco.com.ar).