LIFE AS A GAUCHO
Experience life as a gaucho in Córdoba, Argentina, and stay on a working cattle ranch – activities include polo, riding, picnics, birding and more.
It’s true, Los Potreros did begin as a 16th century stud, breeding mules for work in the Peruvian silver mines. But today it offers you one of the most amiable ways possible of experiencing the real cowboy lifestyle. Los Potreros is a working cattle ranch as well as a glorious holiday destination.
So you can expect to ride some of the finest horses in the entire region. You can experience the working life of the ranch, and watch round ups with the gauchos. Or you can settle back and explore the beautiful countryside at your own pace. Bird watching, taking scenic photographs, discovering the area’s fascinating flora and fauna or immersing yourself in the local culture. And, of course, revelling in the open hospitality of an estancia that has been worked by four generations of the same family.
Note: The estancia is closed from May to July each year.
ESTANCIA LOS POTREROS
At a glance
- An exclusive 6,500 acre organic working cattle ranch, perched high on the Sierra Chicas
- Rooms for just 12 guests
- Individually decorated in the authentic estancia tradition
- Private en suite bathrooms
- Wood-burning stoves and fireplaces
- Homemade food including European, barbecues and local dishes using estancia produce
- Wine tastings a speciality
For leisure and pleasure
- Great swimming pool
- Polo playing a speciality here
- Trail riding to a wide variety of natural habitats
- Excellent bird watching and fascinating flora and fauna
- Cattle station visits
- Picnics and swimming in rock pools
- Cultural expeditions to homesteads, local churches and schools
- Walks to the ‘top of the world’
The service we received from The Ultimate Travel Company was second to none. Tania took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and helped us explore every option clearly and thoroughly. Her first-hand knowledge of Kenya and safaris made a real difference – she explained everything brilliantly. The thoughtful extras, like the travel wallet and documents, were such a lovely touch – especially for someone who loves to travel well-organised! Thank you so much. We’ll definitely be back for future adventures.
The destinations were fabulous, but what really stood out was the care and patience Tania showed as she guided me and my sister through every question and hesitation. Nothing felt rushed or too much trouble. The result? A truly wonderful holiday. Thank you.
