Villa La Vigna
near Monteriggioni - Tuscany

Villa La Vigna - Sleeps 10

Approached by a cypress avenue beyond a 400m.well maintained track, this much loved stone and glass villa is in a wonderful position, on its own little hilltop in the middle of the owners’ 400-hectare estate. With 160 hectares of surrounding land, with lawns, gardens and trees, the house commands panoramic views of classic unspoiled Tuscan landscape. Dotted with castles, villages, farmhouses and vineyards the views fold away forever. Designed in a style reminiscent of Richard Neutra, a disciple of  Frank Lloyd Wright,  this prestigious modern house for the Italian-American owner of a large vineyard and agricultural estate was built about 40 years ago. The house faces west and enjoys unforgettable sunsets from inside and outside. The impression one has of the house from the outside, with its sharp long shapes intersected with stone columns, and glass, belies the comfort and pleasure of the interior, which is furnished with Tuscan antiques and contemporary classics.

Beds and Baths - 5 Bedrooms (1 bedroom with a queen bed and 4 bedrooms with either a king or 2 twin beds) & 4 bathrooms!
Twin/queen (can be either) with super storage space and small terrace and a double bedroom with library which would probably be best for 1 person; these 2 rooms share a bathroom with tub and separate shower. Another double bedroom with a pass through to a bathroom with a tub and handheld shower, another twin/queen with small terrace and another queen also with a small terrace; these two bedrooms share a bathroom with tub and separate shower and the 6th bedroom has twin beds with a single headboard and a showered bath with tub & separate shower.

Living Area and Household Amenities
Huge living room with a grand piano and currently non-working fireplace with an easy transition into the dining room and/or study as well as the breakfast room. Easy access from all rooms to multiple terraces and a simple eat-in kitchen. The furnishings are a comfortable mix of Tuscan antiques and contemporary classics. A grand piano, large whirlpool refrigerator, large freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, professional pots & pans, satellite TV, CD player, telephone and central heating available at an extra cost.

Outside and Additional Features
At first glance this flat roofed house seems strangely un-Tuscan but in fact when you are in the house the walls all but disappear. The estate is 450 acres with 400 under cultivation. This west-facing house offers sensational sunsets. Newly restored 23' x 46' pool secluded on north side of house with vineyard views, barbecue, 2 car garage, good walking just out the door, possible dining on terrace in or out of the sun, umbrellas, chairs and chaises on the terrace and at the pool. Nearly 6200 square feet of living space, resident caretaker, tours, guides and catering available through the tri-lingual owners who live 1 km away.

Nearby Attractions
Shops and restaurants 5-10 minute drive, Monteriggioni 10 minutes, Siena 20 minutes, Florence45 minutes, Colle Val d'Elsa 5 miles, major north/south highway 12 minute drive. Complimentary US calls on land line & internet service is free when using own laptop computer with modem.

Meals
We have a full restaurant list at the villa which we share for cooking with the clients or you can make reservations instead; all of the restaurants are favorites owned and run by people we know very well. Great down home cooking to 3-star Michelin.

COMMENT CLIENTS:

Vieri - Let me be serious for a moment. You have a beautiful home and we felt the warmth and hospitality immediately.  If you are ever in the San Diego area please call me and we'll go sailing. Gordon

Vieri - We have had a wonderful stay here in Tuscany in your villa! You were a great help to us and displayed a lot of patience with us even though you said that was not your greatest virtue. Thank you for taking us to the cheese place and  winery.

"D" took pictures so of course that will tell us exactly how. Ciao, Joy

Vieri - We enjoyed your hospitality. The scenery is absolutely beautiful. Everything went very well indeed. Hope to come back soon. Susie & Dennis

Vieri - We had a great time with you and our friends. Your insights to the area with the American spin on things was just what we needed.  We will come back and visit again. Steve & Jan

Vieri - We were so happy staying in your villa. It is so beautiful as is the countryside. Thank you thank you thank you. This was a wonderful place to live while we visited your country. You are the ultimate host. It was a pleasure meeting both you and Rebecca. Sherry & Mary

Vieri - Thank you for your hospitality. I enjoyed every minute of Tuscany.

The villa was wonderful. Thank you for a most enjoyable time. Jeanne 

The stately cypresses along the ridge stand as sentries guarding the olive trees and vineyards at their feet. Had Reubens chosen the paint landscapes instead of his voluptuous nudes, he would have picked the rolling hills and meadows of the Tuscany countryside. The week was idyllic, your villa warm and welcoming and wonderful. You are a gracious host and my life is richer from your having shared your home in the hills of the Tuscany countryside. Pedro & Petra 6/08

Grazie molti per tutti. The villa is beautiful. I especially loved the gardens. You're lucky to have the climate for Rosemary so tall! The views are amazing. We will all miss this villa and have wonderful memories of our time here. Andrea 6/08

Vieri & Rebecca

It's not just any place that can insprie persons in their mid-60's, early 40's, mid-30's and the under five set, but your villa certainly did! Having been in New York for 14 years now, it was a pleasure waking up to birds chirping (a la Snow White), sunlight streaming and hills beckoning. Wish we had been able to stay two weeks and visit your accomplished vineyard. Next time! Til then than you and best wishes. Melissa 6/08

Vieri & Rebecca

I want to thank you for providing us with the vehicle for our first Tuscany experience. At the end of each day's excursion, it was perfect to be able to return to a real home. You are truly blessed to live in such a beautiful place. We will cherish the memories of this trip and your villa for years to come. Robert 6/08

You have an absolutely amazing villa that is impeccably furnished. The lavendar, the roses and the amazing views will be with me forever. I most treasured sitting around the dining room table at the end of a long day to enjoy the company of family and friends. I thank you for the opportunity to spend a week in this Tuscan paradise. Vanessa 6/08

"We had the most perfect time!  An excellent value for what we paid for. I didn't hear our family upstairs at all with the fabulous sound control. Visiting the wineries, Vieri made the experience easy to understand and very special to my whole family. The house truly speaks to you and it spoke to me more all of the time that I was there. I now have a new friend in Vieri!"

"Dear Host Extraordinaire -

It's all true. We slowed down, opened our hearts, unshuttered our eyes & minds and soaked in all that is glorious about Tuscany. Undulating fields of sunflowers, medieval hill towns and all the little things that make life worth living.

Your home is bellissimo & Gus says your food was buonissimo (We all agree!) Warmly, Wendy & Jay P Dianne & Larry P Jan & Brent M.

P.S. We have a new friend in Tuscany! You have new friends in Memphis & Austin! Great family trip."

Thank you for a wonderful week here at Villa La Vigna. We have had a fabulous week here in your beautiful villa, enjoying the great view of the Tuscan landscape and your tasteful interior. Your hospitality and helpfulness and hospitality have been overwhelming. All in all Il Piaggione turned out to provide the very best surroundings for a 60th birthday celebration and happy holiday for three families, including 5 children. Hopefully we haven;'t seen these wonderful vineyards and olive trees for the last time!

"Thanks for making 2008 very special for our family." Dianne & Larry

Rates 2011 - 2012 - Call for rates and availability

**MUST BE A SATURDAY TO A SATURDAY**

Rates vary by season but start from 4,125 Euro per week.

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For more information or to schedule your stay please contact:
Small & Elegant Hotels, International
801 Monroe NW, Suite 104
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
TEL: (616) 844-6000 / FAX: (616) 844-6042
E-Mail: res@smallandeleganthotels.com

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