Hisa Vina - a wine house estate on a tranquille vinyard hill sleeps 8+2 — Property 96337

Hisa Vina - a wine house estate on a tranquille vinyard hill sleeps 8+2

This is a stunning 100 year old wine estate that was lovingly renovated in 2008 into a first class country house. This 12 acres estate includes a large villa with an oak barn to complete the rural picture. This is a luxury property brimming with Central European character. It is set in 14 acres of winding vines, still used to produce local white wines of regional repute. Entering through the double oak doors into the vast living area exposes the airy 60msq living room that remains of double height with a wooden staircase hugging its edge and leading to a minstrel’s gallery. The double panoramic doors lead out to a furnished south facing decking area of 25sqm straddling over the vine terraces below. Wooden balconies run around the first floor offering exquisite views. With a mixture of original features, antique furniture and modern technology, this comfortable home can easily accommodate 2 families. The closest neighbour is 500m away, the nearest supermarket 5 minutes drive away

Location Majski Vrh, Ptuj, Haloze Prekmurje < Slovenia

Majski Vrh, Ptuj, Haloze Prekmurje < Slovenia

 marks the location of this property in Prekmurje

Availability for the chateau / country house in Slovenia

Last updated on:

Saturday, 19 April 2008

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flexible

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All year

Rental rates for the chateau / country house in Slovenia

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• Discounts for 2, 3 week and long term lets available. Discounts available for single families, small groups or couples. Self-caterring only.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the chateau / country house in Slovenia

Nearest Airports

There are six airports within two and a half hours drive from the house: • Graz (1h 10min): Ryanair • Ljubljana (1h 40min): EasyJet, Lufthansa, Adria Airways and other major airlines • Zagreb (1h 10min): Wizzair, BA, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Croatian Airways, and other major airlines. • Klagenfurt (2h 20min): Ryanair • Trieste (2h 30min): Ryanair • Balaton, Hungary (2h 30min): Ryanair Car rental companies in Slovenia: Budget, Herz, Avis, Europcar, Alamo and others. Distances: Maribor (27km), Graz (87km), Ljubljana (132km), Zagreb (86km), Bled (162km), Piran (270km), Vienna (231km), Venice (366km), Budapest (516km), Venice (366km), Rome (879km), Munich (517km), Belgrade (480km)

Nearest Cities Worth Visiting

Ptuj is the oldest city in Slovenia and was first recorded as a Roman settlement. This small and picturesque town is only 10 minutes drive away, handy for sightseeng as well as shooping. Ptuj castle located on the hill in the middle of the town is now a museum, exhibiting a variety of local antique artifacts: painings, pictures, masks, furniture instruments, wepons and armor. Visit is highly recommended. Graz, ex. European Capital of Culture is one of the most beatiful towns in Austria. A day trip to Graz can be as much about shoping as dining, or culture. A must see! Once on the way, look at the tourist guide for Osteria available in the house and consider visiting agro-tourist farms for some fine local cusine. Ljubljana, Slovenia's capital, is a small and picturesque town. A day-trip to the capital makes a delightful destination offering shopping, art galleries, and a variety of bars and restaurants along the Ljubljanica River. Other towns: Bled, Piran, Zagreb, Triest, Venice

Swimming and Treking in the Alps

There are a number of spas/outdoor swimming pools in Slovenia. The nearest is Terme Ptuj (15min drive), which boasts the tallest water slides in Slovenia. It is a great place for children and adults alike. Details of many other spas are given in the tourists guides provided in HIsa Vina. Slovenia is well known for its beautiful mountains and endless treking routes. Those who like dramatic Alpine senery could venture to Pohorje, Savinjska dolina, or the Kamniske Alps. Even more dramatic are the Julian Alps and the valley of Trenta in the north west of Slovenia. Those who preffer gentler rolling hills and wine-growing areas can explore the immediate surroundings of Haloze hills. See the guides and maps provided in HIsa Vina for specific details. A list of recommended local restaurants is available on request.

Skiing Information:

In the winter season, the guests can enjoy skiing at a number of local ski resorts. A car is required to reach the resorts. The nearest ski resort is Pohorje ski area, a host to women's World Cup races. The Pohorje resorts of Areh and Bolfenk have a variety of pistes for both beginners and accomplished skiers. Other ski resorts in the area are Rogla (1 hour drive), Golte (1 hour 20 min drive) and Sljeme in Croatia (1 hour 30 min drive). A guide to all local ski resorts is available in Hisa Vina.

Golf Information:

There is an 18-hole golf course in Ptuj, located 10 min drive from the house. Ptuj golf course (www.golf-ptuj.com) is regarded as one of the best in the region and was voted the best golf course in Slovenia in 2007. There are a further 4 golf courses within a 60 min drive. The second nearest is located in the vineyards of Slovenske Konjice - Zlati Gric (40 min drive). Others are in Moravske Toplice, Podcetrtek - Olimje, and Rogaska - Jelsingrad. Further details about all the golf courses in the region are available in Hisa Vina.