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Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este

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House park side facing
Park
Side view and outside parilla (BBQ) area under the Pergola
Park, flowers and the pool
Overwater deck to enjoy the laguna

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20700 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Maldonado, Maldonado
  • Laguna del Sauce
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Mansa Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Supermarket
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Punta Del Este (PDP-Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Master 1

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 Queen Bed

Master 3

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este

Montebello is a splendid family villa on the shores of the beautiful Laguna del Sauce a few kilometers from the Solanas white sand beach and dunes and less than 20mn drive from the world famous Punta del Este resort town. Its unique style combines French provencal architectural charm with Uruguayan tradition. It is surrounded by a 12 acres landscaped park including a heated swimming pool, private Laguna beach access with an overwater deck. Pool and park night lightings make for extended outdoor evenings of enjoyment in the Uruguayan culture. The outdoor parilla area (BBQ) under a naturally shaded Pergola will be the center of your family reunions.

At Montebello, ever changing views and sounds of the beautiful surrounding nature with omnipresence of water from the pool, the laguna and the ocean will enchant yours senses and make for a very relaxing retreat.

With 7 bedrooms including 3 master-bedrooms with adjoining full bathrooms and 6 bathrooms overall, the house is made to welcome large families or groups of families and friends alike.

Nearby, you will have a choice of campo, beach and sports activities. The backcountry of Montebello offers the vast virgin territories of Uruguay for horseback riding with local gauchos or simply relaxing walks and hikes. The Pataya farm is a nearby farm where the traditional Dulce de Leche is fabricated and where children can enjoy live animals watching. Water is never far and a few kilometers from Montebello and its laguna, you will find the Solanas white sand beach, stretching for over 15km from the gorgeous Punta Ballena. At Punta Ballena, you will find the Casa Pueblo where famous Uruguayan architect Carlos Paez Vilaro created a stunning house on the edge of the cliffs. Finally, about 3km away on the shores of the Laguna, you will find the Club del Lago, a luxury resort with swimming pools, bar and restaurant, and several clay tennis courts with night lighting and a gorgeous golf course.

20km from Montebello, you will find the world famous summer resort Punta del Este. Punta marks the frontier of the Rio de la Plata with the Atlantic coast. Past the cape, you will feel the wind and the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Here shopping, restaurants and nightlife are wordclass. The harbor offers great views of the bay and regular ferry service to the nearby Isla Ghoritti. A bit further along the atlantic coast past Punta del Este, you will find the trendy beach towns of La Barra and Jose Ignacio, where local artists mix with trendy bars and surfers. Our caseros (gardians and house keepers) live on the property in a separate cottage house at the entrance of the park. They are here to welcome you and present you the house and the property at check-in. As your local contacts, they are also here to support you should you have any questions.

The house comes with basic services included: daily taking out of the trash, bathroom towels change-out (once per 3 days), pool maintenance.

The pool can be heated optionally when outside temperature allows (at least 18c). This needs to be requested in advance and the charge is us$100/day.

We courtesy provide firewood for the first parilla. Additional firewood can be purchased from us for 1200 pesos / 100kg.

We also offer daily cleaning service as optional payable service. The service includes room and bathroom cleaning (hotel style), kitchen cleaning including doing all dishes, and all exterior sectors including terrace, gallery, pergola (Parilla), and pool area.

Additional custom payable services are available upon request. These services include:
- Parilla service
- Table setup and clearing
- cooking service (dedicated cook 8h per day - not a chef)
- Laundry service

Property manager

Romain and Olivier

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Optional pool fence
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We welcome weddings!
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • You may be asked to pay the following charges at the property from 15 November to the day after Easter: Uruguay value-added tax (10%). Nonresident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (10%).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: We welcome weddings!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maldonado

Located in Maldonado, this villa is on a lake. Nicolas Garcia Uriburu Museum and Cuartel de Dragones are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Casa Pueblo and Museum of American Art. Travelling with kids? Consider Lapataia and Arboreto Lussich. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Maldonado, Maldonado

What's nearby

  • Laguna del Sauce - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Casa Pueblo - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Mansa Beach - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Supermarket - 21 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Enjoy Punta del Este Casino & Resort - 22 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Punta Del Este (PDP-Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Club de los Balleneros - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Medialunas Calentitas Solanas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mansalva - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Roe Eat & Drink - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kalhua Solanas - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront villa & park 20mn from Punta del Este located?

This family-friendly Maldonado villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Laguna del Sauce and Lapataia. Arboreto Lussich and Solanas Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ileana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best stay ever!!!
Nuestra estadía en Montebello de 6 días fue una experiencia inolvidable. Un lugar único, hermoso, rodeado de vegetación hermosa, vistas hermosas, atardeceres espectaculares. El área de la piscina es hermosa. Pasamos mucho tiempo en la piscina y por supuesto en elÁrea de la parrilla que también es hermosa.Los caseros Alejandro y Magdalena , dos personas muy especiales que hicieron que hicieron que nuestra estadía fuera aún más especial. Mil gracias ! Nos vamos agradecidos y felices de haber tenido esta linda experiencia y esperamos poder volver a Montebello algún día!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

liset S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Everybody did enjoy the place
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin O., Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setting for a large family vacation
Outstanding property in a magical location. We have only great things to say about our time at Montebello. Romain (property owner) and the Caseros are attentive, caring, and responsive. They all went the extra mile to mate our stay smooth and enjoyable without ever disrupting our privacy. Top notch.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Los Chicos de la ruta 12
Wonderful place for a family reunion. The house is spacious. The kitchen is large and made for great group cooking sessions. The dock provided great fun for the kids and adults to explore and to fish. The pool was an added benefit for the lazy days. The pergola- parilla area was a true Uruguayan experience. Lots of options for children to be outdoors with the trampoline, the tree house and swings. The big added benefit was the sense of security around the property. Truly felt like your own private park. Overall a great experience in a rustic place. Magda and Alejandro were wonderful and welcoming.. ❤️
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clima da Provence no Uruguay
Casa agradável, espaço exterior maravilhoso com vista para o lago. Alejandro e Madalena foram anfitriões muito simpáticos e atenciosos. Impecável. Somente necessita de mais banheiros pois existe 3 suites com banheiros, os demais tem que compartilhar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great experience!
My family and friends spent 6 lovely days in Montebello. We had a wonderful time enjoying every part of it. The property is unique, perfect for large groups with a well-equiped and comfortable villa. The massive yard with many outdoor activities is a great attraction for kids. The pool’s deck lake view is breathtaking. The caseros, Magdalena and Alejandro, were friendly and very helpful. We are looking forward to spending some more relaxing time at this paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pato T.

Espectacular
Por segundo año consecutivo hemos elegido Montebello para vacacionar el lugar es maravilloso y lo mejor además del lugar que es 1000 puntos son los caseros Alejandro y Magdalena que hacen que tu estancia sea perfecta, amables, serviciales y generosos. Su dueño también súper amable contesta y está pendiente de los mails y mensajes. Recomiendo 100% parece que estás en una villa Toscana es DI VI NO!!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

julie e., Bellevue, WA USA

Special place!
Beautiful home and grounds. Enjoyed everything about it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evie F., Miami Beach

Beautiful home, relaxing atmosphere!
Our family spent 2 wonderful weeks at Montebello. The home is lovely, with enough bedrooms that everyone had their own space and common areas that are comfortable for all. We celebrated 2 holidays and 2 birthdays during our visit and the house provided an excellent space to welcome and entertain guests. The caseros, Magadalena and Alejandro were helpful and informative and went above and beyond for whatever we needed. The owner is also very accessible and quick to respond to questions or concerns. We can’t wait to come back to Montebello!

10/10 Excellent

Pato T.

Maravillosa
La casa es divina, súper cómoda y con calor de hogar, las puestas de sol sobre la Laguna son indescriptibles, estuvimos recientemente con otras 4 familias y lo pasamos maravilloso, Magdalena y Alejandro son dos seres excepcionales súper amables y siempre cordiales tratando de hacer que nos sintamos como en nuestra casa. Vuelvo sin dudarlo!!!! Recomiendo 100%!!!! Un lujo!!!!! Gracias a Magdalena, Alejandro y Romain x todo!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo V.

perfect place to be with your family
Realy amazing house and perfect spaces to share with family And the best area location Is another king to enjoy Punta del Este
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pablo R.

Amazing!
We spent a long weekend and enjoyed very much!!! The house is roomy and well-equipped. The view and the park are just splendid and it really feels like home. It is a place so peaceful that you may stay for hours just staring at the water. For sure we would love to visit again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

GONZALO D.

Great time
Everyhithinh was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

agustin z.

Great Place and Great people
We had a wonderful weekend in family at Montebello, surely we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M., Montevideo

Un sueño!
La casa es un sueño en todo sentido. Es una casa con alma, vivida y disfrutada, uno se siente privilegiado de poder quedarse en ella. Los espacios son amplios y cómodos y la vista a la laguna del sauce es espectacular. Romain nos tuvo mucha paciencia en la previa ya que no confirmamos por problemas logísticos hasta dos días antes y los caseros Alejandro y Magdalena fueron muy amables ya que fuimos en pleno invierno y nos prepararon la casa con estufa y abrigo de cama para 16 personas estuvieran calentaras. Gracias de parte de toda la familia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alberto C.

Excelente!!! 6 estrellas
La casa tiene todo para pasarla excelente; desde las instalaciones hasta el servicio de los caseros, todo es fantástico. Super recomendable para ir en familia o amigos. Esperamos volver pronto
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Gorgeous house, property, and view
We had a large group of friends down over the New Years at Montebello and couldn't have been happier. Romain was a delight to work with over email and the help on property was attentive and always available to help, with anything from getting more firewood, to doing grocery runs. The property is beautifully located on the lake and has a massive yard, great for volleyball, badminton, football, and a great infinity pool that overlooks the lake. The home is perfect for entertaining large groups (massive outdoor parilla - bbq and dining table) and families and I would recommend it to anyone going down. The only point is that you must have your transportation figured out beforehand either with a private driver or rental car as it is not quite on a major route. Overall, I look forward to having the opportunity of returning to Montebello in the future!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

emilio m.

No tengo palabras para explicar lo vivido...
La mejor experiencia que hemos vivido en alquilar una casa es Montebello. Pero no es solo el lugar el cual es increible es el cariño de Alejandro y su esposa los que dia a dia hacen que la estadia sea perfecta. Muchos de los que fuimos quedamos enamorados de ese lugar y sus comodidades. Pasamos unos dias maravillosos rodeados de la familia; sin dudas lo mejor de Punta del Este es Montebello.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sofia C.

Montebello es Magico
Vivimos unas vacaciones espectaculares en esta casa que esta preparada para pasarla de lo mejor. La casa es un sueño, bien equipada y comodisima con el plus de la presencia de los caseros que nos atendieron de primera. El entorno es increíble con un parque extenso y lindisimo, y la vista hacia la laguna es imperdible. Es un lugar donde se descansa a pleno, no vemos la hora de regresar.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JOSE P., Montevideo, Uruguay

Espectacular casa en un entorno increíble
Alquilamos la casa para un fin de semana largo entre familias amigas. Eramos varios adultos y niños y todos pasamos de película. La casa es muy cómoda, con varios ambientes y para todos los gustos. Está perfectamente mantenida, con mucho gusto, detalles y prolijidad. Cuenta con todo para que uno no tenga que preocuparse por nada. El paisaje es absolutamente encantador y con mucha paz. Y Alejandro el casero, en todo momento está a la orden para lo que puedas necesitar. Fue una gran experiencia, de las que quedan en el mejor recuerdo de todos los que pudimos vivirla. Volveremos!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A., Montevideo

Montebello is not a house, is a home.
Montebello is not a house, is a home. We spend the most amazing four days with my whole family (12). The house is of course beautiful, the pool, the grill, the kitchen, every bedroom with it's own magic, the dining and family room, every square foot is wortg the stay. However, the most incredible thing about this particular place, it's how it make you feel the minute you walk out the back door to see the trees with the lake in the background. The morning breeze, the spectacular sunsets behind the lake, the sun light making it's way through the trees. Every single detail is one more gold star for this home. It's a place where memories come alive, where you won't have a vacation, you'll have an experience for a lifetime. It's a pace to remember, it's a place that we'll never forget, and we sure will come back soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Herve O.

Little paradize in Uruguay
Located halfway between Montevideo and Punta Del Este, this fantastic villa is the ideal place to spend some lazy and peaceful time with family, kids and/or friends, far away from urban madness. You will spend your time between the inside confort of the villa and the volupty of the garden. Morning in Punta Del Este, afternoon in the swiming pool, diner outside sharing "el asado". Here you will really experience what vacations mean. I love it. You will too, for sure. Just book it.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurence & Alain L.

"Unforgettable stay in a little paradise!"
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

About the host

Hosted by Romain and Olivier

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We are Hugues, Olivier and Romain, three brothers, all natives of France. We have been vacationing in Montebello ever since our parents built the house over 25 years ago to welcome their growing family, increasingly dispersed all over the world. Since then, Montebello has been the center of our family reunions and also a wonderful cultural enrichment into our lives. Today, we share our times between our respective residences in Europe (Hugues lives in Paris, Olivier in London and Romain in Venice) and we continue to live the tradition of our family reunions in Montebello with all of our children.

Why they chose this property

Montebello was passed down to us when our parents passed away. Through the years and many memories, Montebello has become for us and for our children our family home in Uruguay. Away from the busy world in a secluded nature heaven, we yearn to return to its peace and beauty. Montebello has also open our French family to the richness of the latin american cultures of Uruguay and Argentina. We have come to love Uruguay, from its beautiful open lands to its well kept secret splendid beaches, to its well educated, warm and hospitable people. Some of our best family friends are Uruguayan. We also enjoy its safe towns and cities, its legendary BBQ meats ('assados'), and its beautifully crafted leathers and wools. Today, Montebello and Uruguay are part of our family culture and we hope you will enjoy them as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

Montebello is a very special place. Its location was handpicked for its unique position on the shores of the Laguna del Sauce, one of the most beautiful and exclusive area around Punta del Este. Its 12 acres gorgeously landscaped park ensures you will have the space and privacy you need to enjoy this special time with family and friends. Its unique style combines French provencal architecture with Uruguayan traditional touches such as its outdoor parilla area under the Pergola. Water is front and center at Montebello, between the swimming pool, the laguna with overwater deck and the nearby splendid white sand Solanas beach. Montebello will reopen your eyes on the marvels of nature, from the beautifully landscaped park, to the exotic birds and sounds all over the park to the legendary Puesta del Sol (sunset) over the Pan de Azucar (local mountain in sight of the house) and the Laguna del Sauce. The park and pool night illuminations ensure that you can continue to enjoy Montebello indoor and outdoor pleasures well past sunset.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish