House of Jasmines Argentina
House of Jasmines
Ruta nacional N°51 – km 6 – La Merced Chica – Salta
Argentina
www.houseofjasmines.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Maison Fenestraz & Member of Relais & Châteaux
Shareholders
Privatly owned by Mr Raoul FENESTRAZ
Date of Creation
The main House was a private « Maison Bourgeoise » from the 18th century
Hotel General Manager
Mrs Ophélie Juillard
General Manager of Maison Fenestraz
Hotel Positioning
Relais & Châteaux – Estancia 5*
Development strategy
Romantic Estancia de Charme – Relais & Châteaux
HOUSE OF JASMINES
History & Story
House of Jasmines is an 18th century mansion. Robert Duvall, the famous American Actor whom wife was from Salta bought it in the years 2000. At this time it was a small boutique hotel which was elected in 2006 “one of the 50 most romantic hotel in the World by the magazine Travel and Leisure”. Duvall did invite there his friends such as Brad Pitt or Richard Gere… Raoul Fenestraz bought the estancia in 2007, extended it and brought is French “savoir-faire” in order for the estancia to “shine”.
Date Renewal
2011
Date added extensions
2011 : creation of the restaurant La Table de House of Jasmines
2011 : creation of 2 separated houses : one with 3 Junior Suites and private terrace and one with 3 Suites-1 Superior room and private terrace
Main Strengths, Special Touch
At the foot of the fiery colours of the Andes this peaceful and refined paradise is the perfect place to explore all the natural wonders of the North of Argentina. From the large 100 hectare park to the 300 sqm² spa and outside heated swimming pool, everything has been designed to offer to the guests a total relaxation moment. With its large fireplace and clay oven, the restaurant La Table is specialized in typical tasty cuisine.
Location
Estancia House of Jasmines is located only 5 mns away from Salta airport. “Beautiful” Salta is located in the North of Argentina in the center of the NOA region. This area is an incredible region where all landscapes are different and breathtaking: from the Cafayate vineyards (the third biggest wine region in Argentina) to the vast salt desert and the seven color mountains. So much to see but just one place to stay: House of Jasmines.
Key sites/activities in the area
The estancia House of Jasmines offers full of on-site activities:
– Horseback rides
– Cooking classes
– Wine tasting
– 300sqm² Spa with special treatment
– Birds watching
– Pic nic in the garden
– Heated outside swimming pool overlooking the Andes
– Bicycle…
In the surroundings:
– Museums and city tours of Salta
– Wine path in Cafayate
– Salt deserts and the Seven color mountain in the North
– The train to the cloud
– Andes handcrafts shops
– 18 holes Golf
Fun Facts
The 100 hectares of land enables all visitors to relax and discover various themes: wild roses garden, beautiful vegetable garden, alley of eucalyptus, river etc…
Children’s Corner
The estancia is more than family friendly.
When “little ones” arrive in the premises we give them a list of animals to discover in our 100 hectares of land. Bikes, horseback rides (from 4 years old alone on a horse), pastries cooking lessons, there are plenty of activities for them
Connected rooms and Family suites available.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
House of Jasmines is divided in 3 Houses with a total of 14 rooms and suites:
Main House – No TV in the rooms:
– 5 Standard rooms
– 2 Superior rooms with large terraces overlooking our park and the Andes
Junior Suites House: TV in all the rooms:
– 3 Junior suites with private terraces and stunning views over the Andes
Suites House: TV in all the rooms:
– 1 Superior room with terrace which can be connected to one of our suite
– 3 Beautiful Suites with private terraces and stunning views over the Andes
All our rooms are well decorated in a traditional Andes spirit.
Restaurants & Bars
Rates are on a breakfast basis but half-board pension is an option.
La Table de House of Jasmines is one of the best place to try the traditional Argentinean cuisine in Salta.
Our Chef creates fine dining using produce grown in the domain’s vegetable garden. They accompany northern Argentinean traditional dishes, such as tamales made from corn dough.
Obviously, the traditional Argentinean barbecue -the asado – is prepared as it should be. The meat comes from the Fenestraz family owned Estancia Don André, near Cordoba.
The wine list includes the best Argentinean selections and in particular those of the Salta region.
The breakfast buffet features mostly homemade selections, beginning with the famous dulce de leche ! All day long, room service offers a menu composed of local products, cured meats, cheeses, empanadas…
A different culinary option: possibility to order picnics in our garden to savour with local wines.
Wellness
• Free access to the SPA with sauna, steam room and relaxation rooms – 100sqm² of well being
• 3 treatments rooms. Full “carte des soins”
• Outside heated swimming-pool with breathtaking views over the Andes
• Special teenagers treatments available
Corporate & Celebration Events
Our restaurant « La Table de House of Jasmines » is the perfect place for events.
The Estancia House of Jasmines specializes in event organising, for both individuals and businesses.
Whether it is a group of 10 or 30 people, for a birthday or a product launch, it is possible to privatize the restaurant (seating capacity of 100) or install structures in the 100 hectare park.
Some private rooms can be arranged as well.
Extra Notable Features
House of Jasmines is perfect for honeymoon – special surprises and prices on this purpose
2 golf courses of 18 and 9 holes at less than 45mns drive
All estancias activities on-site:
• Horseback rides
• Empanadas cooking courses
• Pastries cooking courses for children
• Plenty of activities for children
• Bikes
• Squash
• Birds watching
• Trekking
• Surrounded by incredible and unforgettable landscapes within 1 hour drive
Number of employees
15