A Unique Destination in Uruguay

The guest experience at Estancia Vik is one of the most unique in the world, where “Marlboro Country” meets a laid-back St. Tropez. Horseback ride on one of the Estancia’s herd of Criollo and Quarter horses across open pampas with gauchos, explore wildlife, birds and nature, mountain bike, hike, canoe and fish in the Arroyo de José Ignacio and Laguna de José Ignacio. Play a variety of water sports, tennis on Estancia Vik’s grass courts and golf on excellent 18-hole courses nearby. Guests also enjoy the twenty-meter Absolute Nero granite swimming pool, gym and spa. In addition, the property boasts a private polo field where guests can take polo lessons and for those with experience can join a game. A game pool table, table tennis and a variety of other games is found in the Estancia house and a romantic chapel nestled in a grove of ancient native trees has been created for weddings and other special events.

El Asador | True Uruguayan Barbecue

Step into the heart of Uruguayan tradition at Estancia Vik’s El Asador, an authentic homage to the country’s barbecue heritage. With traditional tin walls and a central open fire called fogón, this space perfectly marries gaucho roots and contemporary Uruguayan art. The dynamic chaos of Marcelo Legrand’s artwork on walls and ceiling adds a modern twist to the timeless setting.

For cherished moments and intimate gatherings, the Estancia Vik offers a brick barreled dining room. An intimate setting that sets the stage for shared culinary pleasures. The brick walls extend down to an inviting wine cellar, while vaulted ceilings exude sophistication. Crafted sans mortar by master artisans, the barreled brick room and ceiling stand as remarkable feats of design. A wooden beam floor with glass windows suspended above the wine cellar creates a captivating environment that embodies the spirit of Estancia Vik.

At Estancia Vik, dining and events blend tradition and innovation, transforming every experience into a cultural celebration that resonates with creativity and style.

The artists featured throughout Estancia Vik are celebrated for their vision and individuality. Each has been selected by the retreat’s creators through their involvement with art in Uruguay over many years, and in partnership with Marcelo Daglio and curator Enrique Badaró Nadal. Some highlights include the Estancia’s vast central living room which showcases a statuary white marble sculpture by world renowned Pablo Atchugarry; standing 3.5 meter or 12 feet tall. The acclaimed Uruguayan sculptor’s creation rises to meet the 300 square meter ceiling and frieze painted by Clever Lara, another leading Uruguayan contemporary artist. This work is a “satellite-scape” view of José Ignacio and Uruguay, inspired by Google Earth. Eight very large semi-precious stones in their natural state hang from the walls between sets of glass doors, which the Vik’s discovered in the far north of Uruguay. Colorist Carlos Musso has painted the Estancia’s unique garden chapel in his beautifully spiritual manner. These are just a few examples of what has become the central theme of Estancia Vik.