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The splendor, tranquility and charming ambience of the Umbrian hills describes a holiday stay at Le Vigne. A former 12th century convent on 15+ acres, Le Vigne has been renovated to exacting modern standards. Conveniently located within twenty minutes of the Franciscan center of Assisi, twenty minutes from Tuscany and ninety minutes from Rome, Le Vigne is an ideal self-catering vacation base. The American owners are happy to share their experiences and Umbrian and Tuscan discoveries with their guests.

Accommodations

Le Vigne is a porzione di colonica (a separate residence and entrance within a larger building) that was divided in the 1700's for family expansion. The fully furnished and screened property comfortably sleeps seven. There are four air conditioned bedrooms (three doubles, one single) and three bathrooms (two ensuite). All bathrooms have showers (one also with tub), bidets, blow dryers, curling and flat irons.

There is a spacious and fully equipped eat-in kitchen and large living area with a wood stove to take off the chill in the cooler months.

The villa offers many opportunities to enjoy splendid surroundings. Swim in the oversize salt water pool surrounded by an olive grove, play tennis or bocce on lighted clay courts or simply relax in a lounge chair at this hilltop haven and experience the spectacular views with a glass of fine Italian wine and a book.

Location

Le Vigne is only ten minutes from the Perugia airport and close to E45, the main north-south highway of Central Italy, connecting both Rome and Florence.

Secluded yet easily accessible, Le Vigne is the perfect setting, providing the tranquility of the countryside but within easy reach of the sights, culture and atmosphere of the surrounding Italian towns and villages.  The historic and charming locales of Cortona, Orvieto, Perugia, Todi, Gubbio, Arezzo, Assisi, Lago Trasimeno, Spoleto, Montepulciano, Montalcino and Pienza are all within easy driving distance for wonderful day trips.  Distances - Perugia 6mi, Assissi 10mi, Cortona 45mi, Gubbio 20mi, Siena 76mi, San Gimignano 98mi, Florence 105mi, Rome 112mi, Pisa 154mi

If making stress-free decisions appeals to you, Le Vigne is a wonderful choice for a vacation holiday. One day, choose to shop the local markets and prepare your own meals with the freshest of Italian ingredients and on another, dine in any of several fine restaurants in the immediate area. Try the nearby pizzeria, visit the produce markets, indulge in wine-tasting luncheons or arrange for a chef to prepare a typical Italian repast.

Le Vigne's owners live on the property and speak English and Italian. They will be happy to arrange for as many additional services as desired. From maid service, cooking lessons, Italian or painting classes to golf and tours - hospitality and warmth are the trademarks of a week's stay at Le Vigne.

Additionally, Le Vigne’s one thousand olive trees provide exceptional olive oil in November each year as well as beautiful vistas of the olive groves

Amenities

• Swimming pool - 15 x 7 meters, open mid-April to mid-October
• Barbeque - with lighted gazebo
• Tennis Court (clay) - lighted (tennis shoes required)
• Bocce court - lighted
• Golf - 15 miles away by prior arrangement
• Furnished terrace
• Extensive gardens
• Laundry - washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities
• Extensive travel and guide book collection
• CD player
• Email - Free wireless
• DVD player (region free)
• Satellite TV
• Wood stove

Services, all by prior arrangement

• Airport transportation
• Pre-arrival shopping
• Arrival evening dinner (four course)
• Discount shopping - introductions to local artisans
• Maid service
• Cooking demonstration and dining experience: In the comfort of Le Vigne's eat-in kitchen, sip wine and watch a 5 course Italian dinner prepared by an excellent Umbrian cook. Translation is included (by Joan) and the recipes are provided for those who plan to "try this at home". Guest participation is voluntary and welcomed.

Item Special Note

Opening Bid: $6,500

*If you would like to place an absentee bid for a live auction item please contact Amanda Hagood at ahagood@mcgeheeschool.com.

• Maximum of two (2) guests per bedroom excluding infants.
• The number of guests over 12 years of age must exceed the number of guests under 12.
• Non-smoking inside, please.
• Closed from the second week of October through the middle of April with the exception of the two week period around Christmas/New Year.
• Bookings are Saturday to Saturday.
• Le Vigne is currently on the market. In the event of a sale before travel the winner will be refunded the full amount along with any travel expenses incurred.