Il Vigneto's location in the centre of Italy makes it accessible from a number of airports.The nearest are Perugia at 40 kilometres, approximately 45 minutes drive, and Rome (Ciampino or Fiumcino) at 150 kilometres, approximately 2 hours drive. Ancona and Bologna are also within approximately 2 hours' drive and Pisa within 2 1/2 hours. Perugia airport is delightfully small. It takes just minutes to pass through customs and collect your baggage. All the major car hire firms have outlets at the airports.
There is also a pullman (bus) service between Pian di Porto (Todi) and Rome. This bus goes to Rome Tiburtina station (with metro links to Rome city centre) and Rome Fiumcino airport, and is a useful service for visitors who might want to come during your stay.
From Perugia and Terni there are fast trains to Florence and Rome making both cities ideal for day visits without the hassle of driving. Both Florence and Siena are also easily reached by road.
There is an amazing variety of culture on offer throughout the summer months. Perugia and Spoleto host world famous jazz and classical music festivals whilst every local town hosts its own festa with days of street parties and dancing.The nearby historic towns are delightful places to stroll through and soak up the sun and atmosphere of traditional Italy.
Nearby vineyards offer opportunities for wine tasting. Montefalco Rosso and sagrantino as well as the local white wine, grecchetto, are the best-known local wines.
You can enjoy some fantastic hillside walks or simply while away the days by the pool and then pop into Todi for a late night dinner or drink. Todi, only 20 minutes away, has been described as the most beautiful town in Italy.
There are some great restaurants in the area catering for all tastes and budgets. You can walk to the agriturismo at the top of the hill above Il Vigneto and enjoy a traditional Umbrian meal or drive 3 kms. to San Terenziano where you can choose from stylish modern restaurants to pizzerias. The information pack in the house will tell you all about our favourite restaurants and vineyards to visit. A welcome pack, including wine and food, will be available on arrival and you will be greeted at the house by Karen, our English and Italian speaking local agent.
Other Activities:
Music both jazz and classical
