If you are planning your wedding, choosing the venue is one of the most important decisions you will have to make (besides choosing your photographer, of course!). Estancia Santa Elena, located in Jauregui, near Luján, Buenos Aires, is a truly wonderful option that offers the perfect setting if you imagine most of your event outdoors; it provides you, among other things, with several options within its 14 hectares of parkland so you can have a ceremony and reception surrounded by fresh air and nature.
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In this article, we will explore why this venue has become a favorite destination for weddings and events, and how you can make the most of your special day in this charming corner of Villa Flandria.
Wedding in nature
Estancia Santa Elena is much more than an event venue. It is truly an oasis of tranquility and natural beauty that offers not only the perfect setting for outdoor weddings, but is also one of the few locations that provides different options for setting up outdoor ceremonies.
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by lush gardens, ancient trees, and a spectacular sunset as your backdrop. At this place, you will undoubtedly make it happen:
Option 1) The Chapel:
Along the main driveway and before reaching the main house, surrounded by a perfectly manicured lawn, sits a small and picturesque chapel. While it is generally not used for indoor services, it serves as a beautiful backdrop for setting up the ceremony in that area.
Option 2) The Small Gazebo:
Past the chapel and on the way to the stables, there is a small gazebo that can also be used as a setting for an intimate ceremony (ideal for micro-weddings or smaller guest counts).
Option 3) The Large Gazebo:
Similar to the small gazebo but with a size and structure that can accommodate many more guests (see video No. 2, which features this area).
Option 4) Any other option!
The estate is so incredibly large and has so many beautiful spots that we are absolutely sure you could set up a ceremony practically anywhere and it would look AMAZING 😊
Option 5) San Luis Gonzaga Parish
Although this option is not INSIDE the estate, for couples who prefer a traditional church setting for their ceremony, the San Luis Gonzaga parish is located very close by. It is highly accessible, allowing you to have your religious ceremony there and then head straight to Santa Elena to continue the celebration.
Address: Av. Flandes 66 CP 6706 – Villa Flandria (or Jose María Jauregui); Buenos Aires, Argentina
Phone: +542323497273
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Beyond the ceremony itself, the estate offers endless options to explore. Every time we have the pleasure of returning, we love taking a stroll to find the best spots for a couple’s portrait session. The surprising thing is that we keep discovering new corners every single time!
Santa Elena – Other Spaces
While the outdoor areas are the main highlight of the estate, we can’t forget the main house itself! The historic manor is not only truly beautiful, but also offers all the amenities to spend the entire day there, which is especially important and practical for getting ready (especially for brides!). The house features multiple rooms for the whole family to prepare, and it is so spacious that both of you can even get ready in the same venue without risking seeing each other before the ceremony, if you prefer to keep that tradition 🙂
And as the evening falls and it’s time to think about dancing and partying, the main house (usually with an annexed tent) transforms into a dance floor that has absolutely nothing to envy from electronic music festivals (?).
Estancia Santa Elena Reviews
The reviews from couples who have celebrated their weddings at Estancia Santa Elena reflect the unique experience this venue offers. The beauty of the surroundings, the personalized attention, and the quality of the services ensure every event is unforgettable. From our perspective as photo and video vendors, we have only had wonderful experiences capturing weddings here.
Wedding Videos at Estancia Santa Elena
We invite you to watch some of the wedding videos we’ve had the pleasure of capturing at the estate. (Don’t miss the second one, which features stunning aerial views we captured with our drone!)
Address and Contact Details for Estancia Santa Elena:
Santa Elena is located in Villa Flandria, a town of 10,000 residents founded in 1928. Located just 75 kilometers west of downtown Buenos Aires and 8 km from the Luján Basilica, it features simple and direct access entirely via highway:
Address: Dr Muñiz Nº720, Jauregui, Villa Flandria. Partido de Luján, Provincia de Buenos Aires.
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MAP, HOW TO GET TO ESTANCIA SANTA ELENA (from the official estate website)
| Access via Route 5 (recommended if the ceremony is at the San Luis Gonzaga Parish)
Luján – Mercedes Highway (National Route 5), take the exit for Jáuregui, turn right for 700 meters until crossing the train tracks. |
Access via Route 7 (recommended if you are heading straight to the Estate)
Acceso Oeste – At the junction with Route 7, at kilometer 76.50 (before crossing the railway bridge), take the exit for Cortinez. Turn left and go under the bridge, then after 100 meters turn left again and continue straight for 2,600 meters until the first traffic light. |
Other Venues in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires has a countless number of party and event venues that are highly popular for weddings, and we’ve had the pleasure of working at many of them.
If you’re searching for venues for your wedding, you might want to read this article with tips on finding the perfect venue for your wedding, or explore the posts we’ve published about these other locations:
La Herencia Eventos
Argentine Polo Association
Rincón de Pilar
Estancia Carabassa
Dok Haras
Estación Fátima Eventos
Sharewood Pilar
Astilleros Milberg
Sans Souci Palace
Darwin Tortugas
Are you thinking of hosting your celebration at Estancia Santa Elena? We hope you found this information useful, and remember that you can get in touch with us using the form at the bottom of this page. We are here to help you with whatever you need!
