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El Rincon

International Guest HouseCentral Chile

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Situated in central Chile, this charming and quaint well-established and fully licensed International Guest House has been operational for 17 years. Built in a style which blends rustic farmhouse with cozy Canadian log cabin, this accommodation offers a peaceful and truly unique way of living. The gorgeous 2 hectares botanical garden is organic with its own wells and water supply for irrigation of the entire property fed by a canal running through the top of the property allowing many streams and channels to flow throughout and exit at the river bank which enables a constant watering system for vegetables, orchard, and fruit trees, a vegetable garden, and a small vineyard making for full self-sufficient living!

Surrounded by five stunning National Parks, the guest house is situated along the beautiful Huaqui River 20km north of the Chilean city of Los Angeles. The most spectacular natural scenic views are close by and whether you want giant natural lava fields, waterfalls, snow-capped volcanoes, fjords, or natural springs, Chile has it all! You can walk the infamous ‘Eagle Rock’ trail at The National Park Nahuelbuta which is only 90kms distance away to the east, where the summit offers incredible views of the Andes to the East and Pacific Ocean to the West. This spot offers magnificent views down onto the great forest of Aricana trees which compare in size to the giant Redwoods of California. Or if you would rather spot some Condors or walk on glaciers you can do it at National Park Laguna Laja which is approx. 80kms drive to the east

Smart International Investing is extremely excited to present to you this fabulous rare opportunity to acquire ‘El Rincon’, which is a beautiful established International Guest House in the heart of stunning Chile. The current owners are ex-yacht crew team (captain & chef) who have been living out their dream of running their own establishment following their departure from the yachting industry.

The nearby city of Los Angeles has a population of 190,000 people and is the fastest growing city in Chile. Los Angeles boasts Universities and language schools geared towards Europeans. Chile is very big within the food industry for crop production, which attracts many European food scientist industry professionals who are working in the region. Many of which are drawn to El Rincon. Travellers and even diplomats who opt for tranquil accommodation also travel here as the area is central to the surrounding five National Parks and the city of Los Angeles.

El Rincon also offers the opportunity of expansion and transformation into a Spa hotel which is highly in demand. Many city dwellers like to treat themselves to quiet getaway Spa weekend and with little in the way of ‘European’ Spa facilities there is a huge gap in the market for owners with a ‘vision’. With land being self-sufficient and with very low overheads, the business has incredible mark-up margins on both the food and accommodation and offers a unique opportunity to anyone wanting both a sustainable business and fantastic new way of life.

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• Established over 17 years as a solid business• Listed in many travel publications such as Lonely Planet• Property has 5 guest rooms plus an independent private 2 bed Cabana Garden Cottage• Separate owners’ living quarters• Guest rooms all recently renovated to a very high European standard• 2 hectares of botanical gardens with native trees and river bordering land• Organic land & market garden for self-sufficient living• Low cost living with fully self-sufficient fuel (wood burning)• Onsite wells / canals for own water supply• Attracts mainly European visitors i.e. specialist professionals and travellers• Massive demand & potential to convert into a Boutique or Spa Hotel • Can easily expand the property’s footprint• Excellent family home or very rewarding business• Priced extremely competitively at only 375,000 euros

Where is El Rincon?El Rincon is situated 20km north of the capital city of ‘Los Angeles’.

What style of accommodation does El Rincon offer?El Rincon is a charming rustic International Guest House which has been renovated to European standards which is modern by Chilean standards.

What does the property comprise of?El Rincon has 5 guest rooms, a self-contained 2 bedroom guest garden Cabana / Cottage, and separate owner living quarters as follows:• Main House: Kitchen & dining area, living area, bathroom, 2 x double bedrooms (120 sq m of space)• 2 x independent double rooms with private en-suite bathroom in each• 2 x double (twin) rooms with shared bath• 1 x single room with shared bath• 1 x Garden Cabana (private self-contained 2 bedroom cottage) comprising of full kitchen, bathroom, living area, 2 bedrooms and private terraces. This can sleep 4-8 people depending on room arrangement

Note: The garden Cabana is independent of the main house (200 meters) and is set within a quiet and very private section of the peaceful garden. As well as being a fully self-contained unit, it has a large covered terrace at the back of the property which is used for outdoor dining and relaxation. The second terrace boasts a private outdoor brick BBQ for guests who wish to self-cater.

What food is grown on the land?The land has been cultivated by ‘organic’ methods, and the vegetable garden currently produces: garlic, onions (3 varieties) potatoes, carrots, leaks, beetroot, rhubarb, spinach, Swiss chard, green beans, peas, bell peppers red and green, red chilli peppers, green chilli peppers, tomatoes, radish, baby spinach salad, arugula, 3 varieties lettuce, celery, fennel, asparagus and a vast selection of herbs. Fruits include strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, apples, fig trees, plums, peaches, cherries and grapes. Also walnuts, chestnuts, pine nuts. And......there is even a small vineyard!

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Is there Livestock kept on the land? No, however it is possible to keep livestock on the land such as pigs, sheep, goats and cows in a paddock, or enclosure to avoid the destruction the other organic areas of the land such as the vegetable patch. Hens could also be kept very easily.

What official publications does El Rincon Feature in?El Rincon features in numerous global travel guides such as Lonely Planet, Footprint, Moon Travel, and Trekking Chile. In Germany it is featured in Reise Know How Chile, Iwanowski, and Dumont South American Guide Book, and in France it is featured in Le Petite Fute.

El Rincon is also featured in the local Chilean Board of Tourism

Is El Rincon feature on any travel websites? Yes it features on TripAdvisor, booking.com and airbnb.com

What are the nearest airports? Nearest Airport is Carriel Sur International which is situated in Concepcion in the Bio Bio region (110kms W). This is the second largest airport in Chile. Santiago International Airport also sits in the country capital of Santiago (450km’s). What are the transfer options available from major airports?The main ‘transfer’ transportation in Chile is via ‘Pullman’ bus. These are especially designed for the long distances they cover across the whole of Chile and are equipped with bathroom, with some offering sleeping ‘bunk’ facilities for the longer hauls. The nearest Pullman main terminal is in Los Angeles (20km’s), but there is also a ‘stop’ 2km’s from the property, where guests visiting El Rincon can be met and picked up. That said, the majority of people rent a car on arrival in Santiago as most travellers here want to cover as much of the country as their time allows and arrive with a planned itinerary of destinations allowing for time and distance in between.

Where is the nearest school?In the city of Los Angeles (20kms). Los Angeles has schools for all ages, along with colleges. The nearest University is in Concepcion (100kms). With an ever growing ‘European’ ex-pat community there is also an International School in the city.

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Can the property be expanded?Yes, it is possible to build any number of additions without planning permission. Chilean regulations allow you to build with or without a professional Architect’s plan to your own specifications. However, should you build without an Architect, these additions have to be ‘registered’ at the Los Angeles Town Hall (20 kms away) in order that they be attributed to the overall value of your property.

What were the current owners’ thoughts / plans on expansion? The garden Cabana stands approx. 500m away from the existing Main House. You could extend it or use its site to build an entirely new and separate house as owners’ private accommodation. Or, the cabana could be remodelled as a ‘staff house’ should a new owner go down the route of Spa Hotel.

The current owners had plans to remodel the existing Main House into solely guest community space with a comfortable T.V. / reading/ relaxing / lounge / dining, and make the existing bathroom and one bedroom into a large commercial Kitchen and convert the 2nd bedroom into an office.

There is also a perfect site to add multiple additional new guest rooms in the same proximity of the existing area should your budget allow. The current owners were considering next season to add another 4 each with en suite bathrooms - 20 to 25msq in size to each room. They have already made investigations as to the cost of building these and can quote numbers based on these enquiries should you require any further information.

The property and all variable possibilities to develop would also suit a joint venture ‘Team’ of, for example two couples. It would be in many ways more manageable in this way. This dynamic would eliminate costs of ‘staff’ and with additional rooms, would easily financially sustain 4 people. It would also allow each pair to take time out separately for vacation or other personal endeavours. If this is something you are considering then the couples would need to be able to do the hospitality, gardening, and maintenance. There is also room for separate, additional accommodation for each couple if required.

Why own a Guest House in Chile?Chile is a country of diverse and ever changing stunning landscapes. Climate varies between desert in the North, Mediterranean in the middle, and of course Antarctica in the South. The best of all worlds all rolled into one beautiful country.

With The Andes, snow-capped volcano’s against cloudless azure blue sky, lakes, deserts, fjords, and the abundant wildlife of Patagonia, it really is an adventurer’s paradise and a place where you can still feel a bit of a ‘pioneering spirit’. It is not a place of ‘attractions’ like Las Vegas or Paris with bright lights, night clubs, bars, restaurants. It is just the great outdoors and when talking to guests and other travellers, that ‘is’ the attraction.

Is Chile Politically Stable?Chile also boasts a very upwardly mobile economy and is politically the most stable country in South America as well as the safest with a very low crime rate.

How has the local economy been performing in recent years?General growth for Chile has been 30% from 2004 to 2012:

Property prices are rising quite strongly in Santiago, Chile’s capital. The average “real” price of a new house in Greater Santiago rose by around 9% y-o-y to January 2013, according to the Chilean Chamber of Construction (CChC).Ref- http://www.globalpropertyguide.com/Latin-America/Chile/Price-History

The great news is that there has been a very clear climb in value as per the below in list order:

GDP per Capita Growth, 5 Yrs (%) - Chile Compared to Continent

Uruguay - 145.47% Brazil - 119.20%Paraguay - 118.16% Argentina - 93.73%Colombia - 88.55% Bolivia - 87.62% Suriname -72.18% Peru - 68.10% Guyana - 67.56% Costa Rica - 64.07%Panama -61.36% Chile - 56.21% Venezuela - 53.16% Ecuador - 45.48%Honduras - 42.54% Guatemala - 36.80%Nicaragua - 26.95% Mexico - 19.02%El Salvador - 17.79%

Further reading:http://www.diazreus.com/news-chile-real-estate-market-increase.html

Which National Parks are close to El Rincon? Most of the guests use El Rincon as their ‘home base’ in order to visit the following incredible National Parks as these distances are typical for a ‘daytrip’ in Chile.

National Park Nahuelbuta (90kms west):Nahuelbuta National Park is one of the few parks located in La Araucanía Region of Chile’s Coastal Mountain Range. It sits atop the highest part of the Cordillera de Nahuelbuta. Created in 1939, it consists of 6,832 hectares situated just 162 km northeast of Temuco. Nahuelbuta (Mapuche for “big tiger”) is a sanctuary for Monkey Puzzle trees, with specimens dating back 2,000 years. These compare in size to a ‘giant Red Wood’ of California.

In addition to the Monkey Puzzle trees, the park is also home to coigüe, ñirre, oak, lenga, orchids, and carnivorous plants. The park provides habitat for the Mountain lion, the Pudú, a small Chilean deer, and Darwin’s Fox. Among the birds are the Magellanic Woodpecker, the Andean Tapaculo and the Chucao Tapaculo.

The park features 30 roads and 15 trails which you can explore by car or on foot. The National Forest Corporation (Chile) information center and camping area are both found in Pehuenco, where the most popular route begins ‘Eagle Rock’. Following it will treat you to over four kilometers of scenic paths before summiting at Cerro Piedra Del Águila (1,379 meters). The peak offers a terrific view of the park’s exuberant and pristine natural wonders, the immensity of the Pacific Ocean to the west, and an impressive chain of Andean volcanoes to the east. Other peaks include Cerro Anay and Alto Nahuelbuta, part of the Cordillera de Nahuelbuta. At sundown, you can enjoy the most sublime postcard view Nahuelbuta has to offer: a sky marked by red and pink hues framed by hundreds of thousand-year-old Monkey Puzzle. The administration of the park is located in Pehuenco, which is about 42 km from Angol. There are 10 camping sites here, with picnic tables, fire areas, rustic toilets and water. It is open to the public all year round

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Laguna Del Laja National Park: (80kms East) The park features spectacular mountain landscapes, whose main attractions are the Antuco Volcano, Sierra Velluda and Laguna Del Laja (Laja Lake). The latter gives the name to this protected area, but it only borders the park. The park ranges in elevation from 976 m to 3585 m at Sierra Velluda. Although a little snow caps Antuco volcano, much more snow adorns the two major summits of its southern neighbor, even during Chile’s summer. Sharp ridges and deep valleys carve this rugged region, which alternates between bare rock and lush vegetation. Another summit in the park, although least prominent, is Cerro Cóndor at 1,668 m.

Along the snow-capped Volcano and Glacier there are many hikes that vary in difficulty from some very casual ‘nature walk’ routes, to more steep and arduous routes. This is a park where the current owners have been many times, always finding more trails yet to be explored done. It’s one of their favourites and one they deem most beautiful.

The park is very close to the Argentinian Border (roughly 30kms) and it is possible to ‘cross’ between November and March. This brings you over the Andes, and is therefore not open year round.

Only 2 kilometers ahead lies the famous lagoon, whose turquoise crystal-clear waters invite visitors to take pictures from several spots. It is also possible to enjoy salon fishing, with specimens mostly weighing over five kilos. Sierra Velluda is another great attraction in the park. It is an old extinguished volcano whose glaciers attract and amaze hundreds of visitors with the beauty of their ice caverns. This volcano also gave origin to the Verde Lagoon, the destination of many excursions, horseback rides and hiking tours in the summer. Las Chilcas and El Torbellino Waterfalls are the source of the Laja River, which springs strongly from the water leaks generated by the volcanic dam.

Ralco National Reserve (170kms South)The dominant feature of the reserve is Callaqui Volcano. Only 95 miles away from the city of Los Angeles; the road toward the reserve has 58 miles of good asphalt and other 37 miles of dirt road. A route that, bordering the calm Pangue Lake (Lago Pangue) and the imposing Bio-Bio River (Rio Bio-Bio), goes into in the heart of the pehuenche world.

Already in the interior of Ralco National Reserve there are 18 miles of qualified footpaths that allow arriving by vehicle to lagoon the Mule (Laguna La Mula), the Ralco River (Rio Ralco) and the valley of Quillaicahue (Valle Quillaicahue). Once there, the option is to walk or to venture in a cavalcade accompanied by pehuenches guides. In those 12 thousand hectares, there are many places that only guides would know.

11 miles from Ralco National Reserve is Lagoon La Mula which has fishing and swimming as the main attractions. Barco Lagoon is a natural Andean lagoon closer to the Argentinean border within the region of Ralco National Reserve. Copahue Volcano (Volcán Copahue) is on the border of Chile and Argentina within the region of Ralco National Reserve and is named after a volcano that is permanently active with several effective chimneys and a pair of registered eruption processes during the decade of 90’s. The place is also known by its abundant spas and has wonderful camping.

Reserva Nacional Malleco (163kms South)A CONAF (The National Forest Corporation (Corporación Nacional Forestal, or Conaf) is a Chilean government agency that is part of the Ministry of Agriculture of Chile.) reserve dating from 1907, which makes it the oldest tract of Protected Forest not just in Chile but in the whole of Latin America. It is located 75 km from Collipulli on the road to Pemehue and covers an area of 16,625 hectares. In the Reserva Nacional de Malleco you can enjoy excellent fishing. It is also a great spot for fans of wildlife photography because, if you are lucky, you may get a view of a condor.

Meanwhile, in the extreme east of the municipal area, you will find the Pemehue hot springs, with alkaline isothermal waters that flow out at 37°C. In this area there are other isolated springs with slightly lower temperatures than at the Termas de Pemehue, but they have waters with similar qualities.

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Tolhuaca National Park (155kms South)Encompasses part of the forested lower western spurs and foothills of the Andes of which is in the La Araucanía Region of southern Chile. Adjoining the park to the north is Malleco National Reserve. The park has an elevation of 700m. It includes small lakes and numerous ponds. Among them are the Laguna Malleco and the Laguna Verde. The Malleco River’s source is located within the park and Tolhuaca volcano is situated in the vicinity of the park.

Park’s forests include tree species in pure stands such as araucaria, roble and coihue. Mammal species include the Cougar, Coypu, Chilla and Kodkod. To reach this little park of 6,474 hectares you need a four-wheel drive. It is home to native forests of araucaria, tepa and laurel. Another interesting attraction is the magnificent 49 m (161 ft) waterfall of the Malleco River. Although inside the park there are thermal waters, they are not used. The Tolhuaca Hot Springs are situated outside the protected area and are well maintained.

Araucanía region is 154 km (96 mi) northeast of Temuco. Curacautín is 34 km (21 MI) to the south. It is popular for Fishing, swimming, mountaineering, trekking, wildlife observation, and photography. On the way to the Tolhuaca national park, sometimes you can see flocks of parrots, a clear indication that it is a less travelled road. The park covers an area of 64 hectares and is one of the best kept secrets in the area. It is

located northeast of Temuco on the north bank of the Malleco River. It offers hiking at elevations passing 850 meters around the Malleco Lagoon and 1,830 m at the summit of Cerro Colomahuida, 2,806m at the Tolhuaca volcano. The best path is the circuit that goes towards

Verde Lagoon, this route is reached by taking a path of about 5 km east of the Malleco Lagoon, on the road heading towards Tolhuaca Hot Springs, its name comes from its green waters and the green circle formed by pine and lenga trees. The path crosses the Malleco River and passes by several waterfalls. The Tolhuaca Hot Springs have natural steam baths outdoors which are rustic.

What else other than above listed is in the area?

Skiing - You can ski 100kms away near Chillan and the rugged and beautiful pacific coast is only 110kms west offering many great places to explore.

Surfing - Pichilemu is 300kms north and is the venue of one of the world’s biggest surfing championships (2nd only to Hawaii). This was one is one of the current owners’ favourite destinations! Wine Region – Santa Cruz is 370kms north and brings you to the beginning of the wine route. This is a glorious trail through Vineyards, which offer some wonderful accommodation and tours of the vineyards, along with wine tasting and some very fine restaurants. Live Volcano - 270kms South is Pucon, Villarica. This is one of Chile’s ‘must do’s for many people, as it is here that you can climb a ‘live volcano’ and glacier. Penguin Colonies - Chiloe Island is 450kms south and is an incredible place which boasts Chilean dolphins, blue whale, sea lions, marine otters and of course Penguins (both Magellanic & Humboltd!) Are there any regular events or year round festivals? There are ‘local events’ including rodeos, Artisan Fairs, street parades, but the biggest Festival in the yearly calendar is 18th Sept which is Independence Day. At this time the holidays span 5 days of parties, music, dancing, BBQ’s and lot of other things.

What options are there for Chilean Real Estate Lawyers for purchase?There are many in the nearest city of Los Angeles, and Ultra Chic Investments can assist in providing you with further information should you require.(Please note that many real estate lawyers work via Power of Attorney which means a purchase can be done internationally without having to be situated in Chile during the process.)

What are the reasons for sale?The current owners started enquiring into the sale of El Rincon back in 2011. Due to unexpected circumstances on the part of the previous owner the purchase was not finalised until January 2013. Regrettably, unforeseen family circumstances are now the reason for resale.

Is there be an option to manage this business on behalf of the owners?It is with great regret and hesitance that the owners have decided to put El Rincon on the market. If a solution was available whereby they could spend time between Europe and Chile, and leave a professional fellow management team in charge for part of the year they would consider this as an option.

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El Rincon

International Guest HouseCentral Chile

We provide the facts so that you can invest wisely