Estancia Los Potreros, Argentina

Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of the Sierras Chicas near Córdoba, Estancia Los Potreros is a working cattle farm and family-run lodge that offers a rare, immersive experience of traditional Argentine country life. Owned by the Begg family for four generations, the estancia welcomes guests like old friends – with warm hospitality, shared meals, and a strong sense of continuity.

The guest rooms are spread across a cluster of whitewashed colonial buildings, each with wood-beamed ceilings, fireplaces, and antique furnishings. Rooms are deliberately simple yet charming, and there’s no television or phone service to interrupt the rhythms of rural life. Evenings often end with local Malbec by the fire or traditional guitar music under the stars.

Horseback riding is at the heart of the experience – whether herding cattle, polo lessons, or scenic rides through open pastureland. Guests can also enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and leisurely picnics beneath giant fig trees. Los Potreros offers something increasingly rare: a stay where luxury is defined not by excess, but by authenticity, time, and connection.