Estancia Don Esteban, Tierra del Fuego – Magallanes Region

In the purest corner of Patagonia, Estancia Don Esteban is found, a property of 4,190 hectares that combines ranching tradition, excellent productive conditions, and exceptional growth potential. Its area is strategically divided into winter and summer pastures, allowing efficient herd management year-round.

Winter Ranch – 2,051 hectares

Designed to withstand the harsh weather conditions of Tierra del Fuego, this productive unit offers:

First-class infrastructure

• Shearing shed of 260 m², plus:
  • Engine room: 12 m²
  • Workshop: 14 m²
  • Total: 286 m²

• Equipment in excellent condition:
  • Amelung wool press (Argentina)
  • Wolseley shearing machine (England)
  • Lister engine (England), almost new

Productivity

• Capacity for 4,000 animals year-round, with potential increase through good management.
• Current management:
  • Pre-lambing shearing in September
  • Weaners in November, then moved to the summer pasture.
• Commercial alternative:
  • Fattening of weaners, sale in January/February or purchase of lambs in March/April.

Internal divisions

• 3 operational fields:
  • For 1,000, 2,000, and 1,000 animals respectively.

Water and resources

• Internal oasis, wells, and watering places.
• A small stream that flows for most of the year.
• Slightly brackish water, perfectly suitable for livestock.

Passive income from easement

• The ranch has 3 GeoPark gas plants within its premises.
• Although they currently do not produce, the company:
  • Pays approximately CLP$6,000,000 every two years for the easement.
  • Maintains an active contract (renegotiation in December 2026).
  • The easement includes: 1 hectare, road, and gas pipeline.

Summer Ranch – 2,139 hectares

Located at elevation with excellent soil and pasture quality, this unit allows optimal animal development between December and April.

Capacity and Management

• Capacity for 5,000 to 6,000 sheep during the summer season.
• Currently entering:
  • 4,000 sheep + 1,500 lambs = 5,500 animals
  • Approximate stay: 5 months

Notable features

• Soils with black mat, meadows, and several small streams.
• Pristine natural landscape accessed from ENAP routes.
• Divided into two fields: 1,700 and 3,000 hectares.
• Includes peat areas and sections ideal for livestock cleaning and management.

Buildings

• Only has a hut, maintaining the rustic and natural character of the ranch.

Additional benefits

• Agricultural properties in Tierra del Fuego are exempt from property tax, significantly reducing operating costs.
• Excellent connectivity for seasonal livestock management.
• A property with a perfect balance between production, nature, and investment potential.

A ranch ready to produce… and grow

Estancia Don Esteban is much more than land: It is a consolidated livestock project, with infrastructure, sheep tradition, water resources, passive income, and significant expansion potential.

The price is CLP$550,000 per hectare.

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