We loved our stay in Uruguay and at Montebello. It all started as we drove from Montevideo airport, about 1 hour drive from the property. We were immediately taken by the beautiful and exotic landscape of Uruguay, offering large stretches of empty spaces and softly undulating hills.
Montebello is nothing short of splendid property. It is nestled in a secluded and exclusive area on the shores of one of the largest laguna in Uruguay, a few kilometers from the ocean and from Punta del Este. As we passed the entry gate, the first encounter was the large and beautifully landscaped park, full of local and european species giving us a sense of both exotism and home at the same time. The sound of the local birds resonating in this calm natural environment finished to transport us to this far side of the world we had just traveled to.
The villa is spacious, tastefully decorated and very well maintained. The layout with two connected yet independent quarters ensures that everyone can find space and tranquility. Magdalena and Alessandro, the caseros of the property, were devoted and efficient in their service, proud to show off the house and the park they work all year long to maintain. Magdalena’s traditional uruguayan dishes and Alessandro’s assados a la parilla, served under the beautiful outside Pergola, were a delight!
While it was easy to forget about the outside world at Montebello, nearby Punta Ballena and Solanas beach was the perfect place for us to take long relaxing walks at sunset. We drove beyond the Punta del Este and Maldonado surroundings to nearby province of Rocha, where we discovered beautiful and unique natural fauna and flora setting. Uruguay was a just a gift that kept on giving! But still, we were glad to drive back to our Montebello paradise, safe and away from it all, where life slows down to enjoy every single moment with friends and family in a unique setting. Unforgettable stay and we recommend Montebello to anyone!
Laurence & Alain