Description
The lakeside retreat of Estancia Peuma Hue literally translates as ’Place of Dreams’ in the native Mapuche language. Set amidst dramatic scenery in the Nahuel Huapi National Park one can understand where it gets its namesake.
Peuma Hue has just 10 guest rooms, distributed amongst two houses and two cabins with stunning views across the lake, forest or hills. All rooms are decorated in an elegant, rustic style. The lodge is beautifully designed, combining great comfort and contact with nature, huge windows, roaring fires, lovely quiet spots to sit and meditate.
Puema Hue is an excellent base for trekking, horseback riding, mountain biking, fly fishing, and kayaking. The more adventurous can opt to go white water rafting, rock climbing, or rappelling. The estancia is also close to a number of trails that connect to the Nahuel Haupi National Park, one of the largest national parks in Argentina. Dining is special at Peuma Hue, featuring delicious, homemade meals prepared from organic vegetables straight from the garden. In this friendly family-style atmosphere, meals are eaten at a communal table. After a full day of exploring the mountains, you can enjoy a massage and a whirlpool bubble bath as you overlook the beautiful Andean peaks. There are also yoga and tango classes on offer and occasionally classic Andean and Celtic music concerts.
Accommodation
Accommodation at Peuma Hue comprises 10 homely guest rooms, split between four well designed houses adorned with rustic furniture, home-made tiles and colourful local textiles. The Poplar House has two double bedrooms, a Junior suite and Master Suite. The Radal House has four rooms, Creek Cabin has a double room and two beds in the living room and the Mountain Cabin offers two double bedrooms and three extra beds in the loft.
Childcare
Children are welcome at Peuma Hue but the hotel is best suited for children 12 yrs and over. Extra beds and cots are available but there are no specific facilities for children.
Facilities
Estancia Peuma Hue features a cosy communal dining, a bar, garden, bicycles for guest use, a business centre and in-room massage service.
Activities
Estancia Peuma Hue offers an extensive list of activities in and around the property. These include bird watching, boat trips, nature trails, cycling, cooking lessons, tango lessons, fishing, golf, hiking, horse riding, kayak, canoeing, rafting, snow sports (in season Jun to Sep) at Bariloche’s resort on Cerro Catedral, trekking, yoga, Tai Chi and meditation.
When to travel
The Lake District is beautiful in spring (October) and autumn (March) and fresher in these months than during the height of summer. Between October and April is the best time to visit, although skiing is good from July to September. Winter is usually pretty mild.
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Location and directions
Near Bariloche, Argentina
Peuma Hue is located at the heart of Argentina's Lake District, within the stunning Nahuel Huapi National Park and just 25 minutes by road from Bariloche.
How to get there
2-hour 20-minute flight from Buenos Aires to Bariloche followed by a 40-minute road transfer.
