Michael M
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Ave Maria is by far our favorite estancia experience in Argentina. Everything about this small country hotel is inspired the owner, Asunti, who leaves her mark everywhere, from the superb cuisine, to the incredible decoration of each room and of the relaxed living rooms, to the elegant gardens that she tends herself regularly. The hotel's garden/farm produces not only most of what is served in meals during the summer and fall seasons but also the flowers that are used to decorate the rooms. The cuisine is prepared by German who is a fantastic chef with 30 years of experience in Tandil and abroad. Most of the staff, including Lucas, Beatriz, Maria Jose, German, Graciela and Celeste have been with Ave Maria for many years - we have been visiting periodically for more than 15 years. The place is truly a dream destination for total relaxation, complete silence at night, marvelous long walks around the 44 hectare estancia, along with opportunities for horseback riding on the estancia's horses with Martin (who also keeps up Ave Maria's maintenance and extensive gardening and planting), bike riding, swimming in the very well-maintained pool,and massage arranged by the staff. The attention to detail is extremely impressive and the place is kept up impeccably.