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Hostal Puelo Libre

Cochamo, Chile

Nestled where the forested slopes meet the tranquil waters of the Río Puelo, the charming retreat known as Hostal Puelo Libre invites its guests into a world of quiet elegance and soulful nature. The story of the place begins in a time of preservation: born from the collective effort of locals and travelers to protect the valley from hydroelectric threats, the hostal now stands as both refuge and celebration of the landscape.

Constructed with warm timber and expansive windows that draw in the patagonian air, the building seems to echo the rhythm of the river below. Inside, common spaces beckon with soft lighting and comfortable furnishings, while the upstairs rooms open onto vistas of flowing water and mountain ridges. 
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From the moment a guest enters, the moment is marked by gentle hospitality: breakfast included, thoughtful touches of local materiality, and an ambience that honours both the wild environment and human comfort. Here one doesn’t simply stay: they breathe the valley, partake in its stories and awaken each morning to the melody of the river and birdsong. With its authentic character and scenic seclusion, Hostal Puelo Libre makes a subtle yet powerful promise: an immersion in nature tempered by comfort, a hideaway that draws travellers who seek more than accommodation, they seek connection.

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The architecture of Hostal Puelo Libre can be described as rustic-contemporary lodge style, blending vernacular elements of Patagonian wooden construction with modern comforts and expansive glazing to frame the landscape. The predominant use of native timber, likely treated for durability in the region’s wet conditions, reflects a respect for place and tradition. Large windows and open communal spaces invite the natural world inside, forging a dialogue between indoors and outdoors. The structure’s orientation and material palette appear curated to capture views of the river valley, while its clean lines and minimalist furnishings lend an understated modernity. This synthesis of lodge-style warmth and contemporary simplicity ensures that the architecture supports and enhances the natural setting rather than competing with it.

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