luxury houses for sale Lavalleja Department, Uruguay

Beautiful 33-hectare / 81 acres country estate located in the heart of the Lavalleja Hills. Built slightly elevated by its current owner in 2005, it offers a unique view of the hills and an absolutely private, peaceful, and secure rural setting. This is an exceptional property with three buildings, developed and expanded over the years, with a total living space of 900 m² / 9687 Sq Ft. The main house features a dining room, library, social areas, beautiful verandas, a spacious outdoor dining area, one private apartment, four suites, staff quarters, an office, and a large, fully-equipped kitchen. An independent guest house includes four very spacious and comfortable rooms with large bathrooms, each individually designed and tastefully furnished. The third building includes a small staff area, an outdoor barbecue area, and a storage building with a workshop and warehouse. The expansive and well-maintained park that surrounds the buildings offers various peaceful and relaxing areas. It also provides opportunities for different outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The eco-friendly pool, designed as a biotope, is fed by spring water from a depth of 100 meters. The property has excellent accessibility, located just 4 km from Mariscala, where all daily shopping can be done. It is 117 km from Punta del Este and 189 km from Montevideo. It currently operates year-round as a country inn with an excellent reputation. The property is offered with: 14 horses (10 trained), saddles and tack. 3 mountain bikes, 4 canoes, paddles and life vests. 1 working 1925 Ford Model T car. 1 Subaru Outback 4x4 station wagon. 2 all-terrain motorcycles: Yamaha 200 and Honda 600. Husqvarna lawn tractor, brush cutters, manual lawn mower, pruning equipment. Kawasaki Mule 600 utility vehicle. Custom-made pool vacuum system, pool circulation pump. Water pressurization system with a backup unit. Emergency power generator. All furnishings (including several pieces over 300 years old brought from Europe). Full bed and bath linens for all suites. All home decor, Persian rugs. Semi-professional fully-equipped kitchen. 3 refrigerators with freezers, vertical freezer, chest freezer. Semi-industrial washing machine, fully equipped ironing room. Electric and gas water heaters. A genuine investment opportunity.

A Private Sanctuary in the Sierras of Lavalleja Nestled within the exclusive Chacras Las Sierras, this exceptional country estate offers an extraordinary combination of privacy, comfort, and breathtaking natural surroundings. Set among the rolling hills of Lavalleja, one of Uruguay's most scenic regions, the property has been designed to provide an elegant country lifestyle with every modern convenience. The residence features a spacious kitchen, a cozy family dining area with high-efficiency wood-burning stove, and a bright living room with a fireplace that opens directly onto the swimming pool and a generous covered gallery, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The private wing includes a secondary suite bedroom with its own high-efficiency stove, while the primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed bathroom. Additional accommodations include a guest bedroom and a staff bedroom, providing flexibility for family and visitors. Built for year-round comfort, the home is equipped with heat-pump powered radiators throughout. Sustainability is one of its defining features, with solar panels, a private water well, a vegetable garden, water storage tanks, and self-sufficient infrastructure that allows for efficient and independent living. Designed for both relaxation and recreation, the estate also includes a private sauna, a fully equipped gym, and a multi-sport court for football and basketball. The property also features a separate three-bedroom caretaker's house, providing comfortable on-site accommodation for staff or property managers. Completing the estate are four garage spaces and a spacious storage barn, ideal for vehicles, equipment, or workshop use. A rare opportunity to own an exceptional estate where luxury, sustainability, and the tranquility of Uruguay's countryside come together in one remarkable property.

Valley View Country Retreat Located within the exclusive Chacras De Las Sierras , this beautiful countryside residence has been thoughtfully designed to embrace its stunning natural surroundings, offering panoramic views across one of Lavalleja's most picturesque valleys. The heart of the home is an expansive open-concept living space where the kitchen, dining, and living areas flow effortlessly together beneath warm, inviting interiors centered around a wood-burning fireplace. Large openings connect the interior to an open outdoor terrace, creating the perfect setting to enjoy unforgettable sunsets and the peaceful beauty of the surrounding landscape. A second family lounge provides additional living space, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The home offers four spacious bedrooms , including two private suite bedrooms , while the remaining two bedrooms share a beautifully appointed full bathroom, making the layout ideal for both family living and hosting guests. Designed for year-round comfort, every bedroom and living area is equipped with independent air conditioning , ensuring a pleasant environment in every season. Combining contemporary comfort with the tranquility of country living, this exceptional residence is a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Chacras De Las Sierras , where open spaces, privacy, and breathtaking valley views create a lifestyle unlike any other in Ururguay.

Located on Route 8, just minutes east of the city of Minas, this property is set in one of Uruguay’s most captivating hill regions, where nature, silence, and sweeping landscapes define the character of the surroundings. The area offers easy access to some of the country’s most remarkable natural destinations, including Salto del Penitente, renowned for its waterfalls and scenic trails; Villa Serrana, an iconic destination of architecture and nature tourism designed by Julio Vilamajó; Parque Salus, known for its protected reserves and walking paths; and the impressive Cerro Arequita, one of Uruguay’s most distinctive geological landmarks. This unique combination of rolling hills, streams, and panoramic views creates an exceptional setting for those seeking tranquility, connection with nature, and quality of life, while remaining conveniently within reach of Montevideo and Punta del Este. The residence was conceived with a functional layout and generous social spaces. A spacious open-plan living and dining area flows naturally into the kitchen, designed with a central island and sink, creating a welcoming contemporary environment ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The private quarters include four bedrooms, among them two comfortable suites. The home also features an independent staff bedroom, a playroom, laundry area, and thoughtfully designed storage spaces. Outdoors, a covered barbecue area attached to the house allows for year-round enjoyment of outdoor living, seamlessly integrating with the surrounding natural landscape. Among its technical and construction features are: Zoned electric radiant floor heating High-efficiency heat pump Double-glazed hermetic windows (DVH) Water purification system Two-car garage equipped with electric vehicle chargers High-quality finishes and carefully selected materials reflect a refined construction standard, designed to provide thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and durability within an exceptional natural environment.

Exceptional Country Estate in the Sierras of Lavalleja | 33 Hectares of Nature, Privacy & Sophistication Set amidst the breathtaking landscape of the Sierras of Lavalleja, just one and a half hours from Maldonado and approximately 30 minutes from José Ignacio by air, this extraordinary 33-hectare country estate is currently operating as an exclusive countryside lodge. With 900 m² of built area, the property combines the authenticity and scale of a traditional estancia with the comfort, character and infrastructure of a sophisticated hospitality retreat. The estate comprises two independent residences: a 600 m² main house and a 300 m² secondary house, both carefully integrated into the surrounding landscape. Main House | 600 m² The 600 m² main residence offers an exceptional combination of generous proportions, warmth and refined country living, with multiple spaces designed for both private enjoyment and entertaining guests. The accommodation includes a standard double suite with a king-size bed, a double bed and a wood-burning fireplace; a spectacular master suite with king-size bed, dressing room, vanity area, jacuzzi and bathroom; a bedroom with two full-size beds and en-suite bathroom; and an additional bedroom with a king-size bed, private sitting area, bathroom and single bed. The social areas are exceptionally spacious and include a grand living room with wood-burning fireplace, a main dining room for 10 guests, a secondary dining room for 6, a daily dining area and an outdoor dining area for 12 guests. The house also features a generous professional kitchen with its own wood-burning fireplace, private office, staff quarters, wine cellar, pantry and additional service areas. A separate barbecue house with a small suite and bunk bed provides an ideal space for informal entertaining and additional accommodation. Outside, the spectacular ecological biotope pool becomes one of the property’s defining features, surrounded by extensive gardens, decks, internal galleries and lounging areas designed to make the most of the natural setting. The grounds include mature pecan, mandarin, orange, grapefruit and lemon trees, creating a beautiful and productive landscape. Secondary House | 300 m² The 300 m² secondary residence offers three beautifully appointed accommodation units, each with its own character. The Deluxe Suite features two queen-size beds, a wood-burning fireplace, a small sitting area and a separate sleeping area within the suite with a super king-size bed. The Family Suite includes a king-size bed, wood-burning fireplace, a sofa that can be converted into an additional single bed, a baby cot and bathroom. The intimate Romantic Suite features a king-size bed, wood-burning fireplace, private sitting area and bathroom. Both residences are fully fenced, ensuring privacy and keeping the animals safely separated from the residential areas. An Exceptional Natural Resource One of the estate’s most remarkable assets is its abundance and quality of water, a feature of increasing significance in the international luxury property market. The property has two approximately 70-meter-deep wells reaching natural spring water, providing an abundant supply of exceptionally pure, potable water throughout the estate. This is a particularly remarkable feature for European buyers, for whom access to an independent, abundant and high-quality water source can represent an extraordinary and increasingly valuable natural asset. A Complete Countryside Experience The property is offered as a fully operational countryside retreat and includes horses, equestrian equipment, sheep, canoes and complete canoeing equipment, allowing its new owner to immediately continue and expand its current hospitality concept. The interiors reflect a strong sense of character and authenticity, featuring European-sourced furnishings and carefully selected pieces, including a spectacular Persian rug covering almost the entire main living room. The architectural details are equally distinctive, with cedar throughout the roof coverings, doors, windows and openings, creating a warm and timeless atmosphere that complements the surrounding landscape. Additional infrastructure includes a garage currently used as a workshop, horse corral, private airstrip and the possibility of developing a helipad, further enhancing the property’s privacy, accessibility and exclusivity. Extensive verandas, decks and outdoor lounging areas surround the residences and biotope, creating a seamless connection between the interiors and the natural surroundings. A Truly Unique Estate More than a private country residence, this is an exceptional hospitality and lifestyle property, offering 900 m² of built area across two residences, 33 hectares of pristine natural surroundings, established infrastructure, independent water resources, equestrian facilities, aviation access and a fully operational countryside lodge. Its location offers the rare combination of absolute privacy and immersion in nature, while remaining within easy reach of Maldonado and the renowned coastline of José Ignacio. A truly distinctive opportunity for an international buyer seeking scale, privacy, authenticity and exceptional natural resources, within one of Uruguay’s most beautiful and unspoiled landscapes.