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ABOUT MATETIC GUESTHOUSE - in their own words:
The Viña Matetic guesthouse was built in the early 1900’s. The architect, Raúl Irarrazabal, was in charge of remodeling, while the architect, Max Cummis, did the decoration and the landscaper, Marta Viveros, designed the gardens.It has three suites and lovely gardens for walks.
ACTIVITIES:
These activities seek to connect the visitor with nature in the Rosario Valley through contemplative walks or activities that require more physical effort. The activities include walks on the Huayun trail, the path of the senses, or one can simply walk cross the meadows or rolling hills observing local flora and fauna.
- Hiking: Trails, which cut through native forests, mountains, hills, valleys, ravines, and plains, are all well-marked, perfect for self-guided walks ranging from 1½ to 2 hours in duration.
- Biking: Standard bike: A 20-to 30-minute circuit through the property. The path, approximately 3,000 meters long and two meters wide at its narrowest, runs past small farms, through prairies and over bridges, with periodic rest stations. The bikes are standard, model 1939.Mountain bike: A 1½- to 2-hour circuit through different types of terrain duch as valleys, mountains, and river beds. There are also ramps for jumping, security fences, equilibrium trails in the gorges and a lookout and tunnel for more expert riders. Beautiful lookouts are located within both the native and introduced forests. The path, 5,000 meters in length, is 50 cm wide.
- Horseback Riding: Horseback-riding experience is recommended. Short rides last one to two hours, with a 30-minute break; long rides last three to four hours with a break for either lunch or snacks. Terrain includes ravines and hilltops and spectacular views of Rosario Valley. Five or six guests per ride.
- Sheep milking & Cheese Making: Guests can observe the milking process and learn about the making of three different types of cheese.
- Harvest: From the end of February through the second week of May.Guests can live the experience of each stage of the harvest, accompanied by a guide from the winery.
- Blueberry Picking: From the last week of November to the end of December.Guests can participate in gathering blueberries alongside the Hacienda´s professional pickers for a hands-on opportunity to experience the crop.
