One of the warmest welcomes in Latin America awaits you at this Anglo-Argentine working estancia, where by day you ride across rolling open hills, and by night you enjoy home-cooking and wine accompanied by the entertaining anecdotes of your hosts.
There is a real sense of history at this isolated ranch, which has been in the same family (the Beggs) for generations but where English is the spoken language. There is a stable of 50 superb, responsive horses for riding along a network of trails across glorious sierras and meadows somewhat reminiscent of Yorkshire. The 200 year old house offers really homely guest-rooms dotted with the owners’ books and antiques. Great care is taken to ensure that guests are comfortable, both in and out of the saddle. Polo games, walking and birdwatching are other tempting activities you can take part in from the lodge, and there is an outdoor pool (summer bathing only!).
We’ve been there
“Try a Peruvian pace horse for a smooth ride. The steeply undulating landscape is not conducive to galloping; rides are appropriate for beginners while still delighting experienced riders. You will be made to feel so at home here that when you leave, it is like saying goodbye to old friends” Isabelle Mazille, Product Manager |
Don’t miss
The chance to play polo if conditions permit. It sounds daunting but with a little tuition even beginners can take part – exhilarating!
When’s best to go?
You can visit all year round (usually closed in May for the owners’ holiday). Weather-wise the best time is Spring (Sept - Nov) as there are many birds and flowers. Even in winter the days can be warm (18C) but there’s a frost at night.
Getting there
The estancia is 38km (an hour’s drive) from Córdoba airport, in the Sierras Chicas near Rio Ceballos
Will it suit you?
Perfect for riders or those keen to start to learn to ride – the horses are very sure-footed and the guidance is watchful. If you are a non-rider accompanying a partner who rides, be advised that there is little to do on the estancia. You can go for walks or sit on the verandah reading and watching birds.
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For a more hard-core riding experience with opportunities to canter and gallop across the pampas in the dramatic scenery of Argentinean Patagonia, consider Estancia Huechahue, accessible from San Martín de Los Andes.
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