Mallin Colorado Ecolodge

Built in the same honey-coloured wood with vast windows overlooking the lake, forests and fields, the Club House holds the reception and lounge where you'll chat with your guides about the following day's excursions around the stone fireplace. The dining area serves a hearty breakfast and dinner, both made with locally-sourced ingredients - and accompanied with a selection of wine in the evening. The lodge also boasts an authentic 'Quincho', where you'll be treated to succulent lamb roasted over an open fire.

The lodge has a variety of rooms (that have less of a 'remote' feel) as well as cabins, all built to fit in with their environment. Inside, there are leather couches, authentic tapestries and tree-trunk tables atop finely-woven rugs, and outside, a private terrace. Cabins range in size, the smallest with space for three and the largest accommodating up to seven people; these ones also have small dining areas. All are warmed by a wood fire (knitted booties are provided too) and the en-suite bathrooms feature a whirlpool tub.

You'll definitely want to stay for three days or more in order to experience this far-flung destination to the fullest. Head down to the private lake beach for a dip, or explore various on-site trails on horseback rides or hikes (accompanied by Mona, the adventure dog). Venture further afield with your guide, soaking up views of stunning lakes, the Cordon Contreras glaciers and rushing La Nutria Waterfall. You could also sail along Leones River to see its impressive glacier wall, go rafting on the Baker River and visit the surreal Marble Cathedral.