Vigne - Bravo Holiday Residences

Located near Montalcino. Sleeps 6 guests. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths.

Take a step back in time for a stay at this recently renovated 18th century stone farmhouse with terra cotta-tiled roof located on a working wine estate. Vigne, a wine lover's dream, rises up from the rolling green hills and surrounding vineyards—a welcoming country retreat. Modern amenities mingle with centuries-old furniture, marble surfaces, an ancient stone fireplace, wood-beamed ceilings, lush paintings, and romantic alcoves.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Ground Floor: 2 queen bedrooms, each with private bathroom with shower. 1 twin bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower.

Living Spaces
Ground Floor: Large, fully equipped kitchen with marble tabletop and sink made of "pietra serena."Antique-filled sitting room with ancient stone fireplace and solid wood dining table that can seat 10+ guests.

Outside Features
Sleek, infinity-edge outdoor swimming pool near front of villa with panoramic view of rolling green Montalcino and Monte Amiata hills. White stone patio, table for al fresco dining, elegant lounge chairs and beautiful garden including four of the oldest oak trees in Tuscany. Private dam in front of villa.

Amenities
Phone, WiFi Internet connection, and plasma TV with DVD player/satellite and Sky TV. Laundry, washing, and ironing facilities. Fully equipped kitchen with 8-burner cook stove, microwave, and dishwasher. Ample private parking.

Special Characteristics
Perhaps the greatest beauty of this age-old villa is its private location, nestled amidst a lush vineyard. A complimentary wine tasting can be arranged for guests of Vigne at the estate's joint winery, located about one hour and a half away. Wine enthusiasts can tour the on-site wine cellar at their leisure or a private wine tasting can be arranged at the property for guests' convenience, depending upon staff availability.

Villa Rental Rates
Villa Vigna rents from €4,375 - €5,625 per week. Contact us directly for a quote and for information about special offers.

Lucca - 2 hours
Siena - 30 minutes
Florence - 1 hour and 20 minutes
Rome - 2 hours and 15 minutes

Electricity, heating, water, and final cleaning included

Morning daily housekeeping service included for 2 hours

Typical Tuscan dinner, prepared and served: €40 per person (excluding wine and beverages)

Villa dinner, prepared and served: €55+ per person (excluding wine and beverages)

WiFi internet included

Gardener and pool maintenance service included

Telephone charges extra

Additional babysitting service/maid service available: €20 per hour

Laundry and ironing facilities on the premises at guests' disposal

Private estate wine tasting and visit of the wine cellar, on request

Security deposit: €1,000 to be held at the agency

While other parts of Tuscany have developed industries that have done much for the economy but little for the landscape, the "Crete Senesi" area and the neighboring "Val d'Orcia" have largely remained true to their early agricultural vocation. Today this means local products of outstanding quality, made with traditional methods and skills that are handed down from father to son. The best-known of these are doubtless Montalcino's distinguished Brunello red wine and the Vino Nobile of Montepulciano, both of which are the perfect complement to dishes based on the wild game of the area: pheasant, quail, hare, and wild boar. Likewise, the Pecorino cheeses made with ewe's milk from the Pienza pastures are now in great demand. One of the best food stores in the Pienza area is La Cornucopia (2 Piazza Martiri della Liberta) where you can find sweets, honey and cheeses.

While visiting the famous wine producing town of Montalcino and the artistic jewel of Pienza, you will be fascinated by their charm and history. Montalcino has a wealth of superb paintings and sculptures that make its beautifully renovated museum such a remarkable attraction. Pienza's beauty was used as a backdrop to Franco Zeffirelli's masterpiece: "Romeo and Juliet."

Recommendations
Restaurants

Taverna del Grappolo Blu Tasty home made pastas and excellent meats to accompany the warm, rustic interior and friendly service. English speaking staff.

Ristorante il Moro Home-style cooking, popular with the locals.

Latte di Luna Excellent local cooking: homemade pasta and meats. Popular with the locals for the roasted pig.

Ristorante Daniela Tuscan cuisine at its best and a favorite to locals.

Pizzeria La Fornarina Great pizzeria and bakery for groups traveling with children.

Mondo X, Ristorante La Frateria, at Convento di St. Francesco One of the most elegant restaurants in the area with prix fix and a la carte menus. Beautifully set in a historical convent. Easily €100 per person.

Osteria Vecchia Excellent Tuscan cooking and local favorite. Nice variety of fresh seasonal and regional dishes, superb homemade pastas, great value for the money. Closed Tuesdays in low season

La Grotta A classic restaurant with refined foods and a great selection of Vino Nobile wines.

Osteria Da Gagliano Excellent Tuscan cooking in a classic small Osteria.