1. location. location. location
The “wilder” side of Tuscany. All the beauty, culture, history, without the big city noise, pollutions and crowds. Instead, you will be surrounded by trees, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, trails, clean air, water, no noise or light pollution, nights of stargazing, sound of silence, space to breath, stretch out, just be.
Caprese Michelangelo – The birthplace of Michelangelo. Historic. Iconic. Legendary. But Michelangelo is not the town’s only famed resident. St. Francis Assisi, Leonardo Da Vinci, the Medici’s and many more headliners have visited or resided and left their marks here. Grand churches, palaces, precious artwork in museums . . .
IL VIGNO – a small farmhouse with a big heart. Il Vigno has not only survived but thrived against all odds. For more than 500 years, this tiny hamlet, has been the beating heart of Caprese, providing shelter, warmth, and hospitality to both travellers and local residents. The tradition continues today.
2. nature: vast. wild. stunning.
Nestled on the picturesque hills of the Apennines, the green belt of the Tuscan Valtiberina, the area surrounding IL VIGNO is a haven of natural beauty and tranquility, perfect for a relaxing countryside stroll.
As you explore the lush landscapes, you’ll find the elevation rising to an impressive 1400 meters above sea level on the Catenaia Alps. These rolling hills are gracefully carved by numerous waterways that converge in the Singerna torrent, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of streams and spring-fed natural pools, and crystal clear waterfalls.
And with walking, hiking, biking trails that start at our doorstep, you can choose how to explore and experience the vast, wild, awe-inspiring beauty that is all around you.
3. food: simple. fresh. good.
Delicious food prepared fresh using ingredients our own farm or locally sourced.
Family style service. Lovingly prepared meals shared with old and new friends.
An eclectic mix of Mediterranean Cuisine with a new and unexpected twist. Enjoy an ever-changing, seasonal selection of dishes from one of the healthiest, most delicious and flavorful regions in the world.
No menu. No choices. No regrets. Nothing but the best, freshest, and most nutritious seasonal ingredients.
Generous. Gracious. GOOD Food that satisfies and fills the soul.
And that’s just the beginning. Caprese Michelangelo is also famous for its truffles, sweet chestnut or “marone”, micro-vineyards and breweries, artisanal cheese, wild honey, organic olive oil, and so much more.
4. water: pools. rivers. springs. waterfalls.
Water is the source of life, and at IL VIGNO, we have an abundance of this life-giving, sustaining resource.
Spring-fed tap water – more than drinkable, the tap water in your room comes directly from the source. So does all the water used throughout the property. Fresh. Clean. As good as it gets!
Rivers. Waterfalls. Natural pools: bordered by rivers, you can hear them flow, take a short walk to the waterfalls, swim in the natural pools, or just sit by the riverside and dream away.
5. air: cool. clean. mountain air
Longing for a breath of fresh air? Look no further. Located at 680 meter above the sea-level and surrounded by an endless stretch of natural forests, chestnut groves, our own fields of wildflowers, aromatics, olive & fruit trees, … every breath you take at IL VIGNO will be some of the freshest, coolest, and purest you’ll ever take.
Just as important as breathing fresh air, is having the space to breathe, stretch out, expand … something that we all seek and long for, especially when you live in the city. IL VIGNO is that space. Here, you will find your spot. away from it all. your space.
6. sleep: deep. uninterrupted. best ever.
Comfortable Bed. Our Eco-Hybrid mattress, 100% percale cotton sheets, choice of soft or firm pillows, lamb wool blanket, thick, fluffy soft duvet… are there to ensure that you will have one of the deepest, soundest sleep you’ve had in awhile, if not ever!
Spacious and light-filled rooms that can be completely darkened by the solid wooden shutters and thick walls that will keep you cool throughout the night.
Silence. One of the first things that you will notice when you arrive at IL VIGNO is how quiet it is here. All you will hear is the sound of water and birds. And when you are looking for a good night sleep, this deep, soothing silence is a exactly what you want and need.
7. space: lots and lots of it!
From your very own spacious room to the vast nature that surrounds IL VIGNO, you will have all the space you’ll ever need to stretch out, breathe, explore.
There is also plenty of space to work — stay productive, creative. connected. And with fast wi-fi both indoors and outdoors, your “workspace” includes a shady spot under the big oak tree, a cool, breezy pool side lounger, as well as all the comfort and convenience of a private office.
8. silence: quite. serene. peaceful
Tired of the hustle and bustle of a city life? Dreaming of a simple, quiet life in a Tuscan countryside? Looking for a moment of peace away from it all?
From the moment you arrive at IL VIGNO, the noisy, busy world simply disappears and you will find yourself in a serene, peaceful surrounding. All you hear is the river flowing, the birds chirping, the cool mountain breeze softly blowing, and the beating of your own happy heart.
Come to IL VIGNO and treat yourself to the sweet sound of silence.
9. culture. history. sense of place
Immerse yourself in over 500 years of culture and history. Everywhere you look, you will see remnants of what came before, the humble yet rich history of IL VIGNO, the “vine” or the old vineyard.
Explore the surrounding chestnut groves, and visit the old giants, including one that’s over 800 years old.
Walk around Caprese Michelangelo, and soak in the natural beauty and magic of Michelangelo’s birthplace, meet the locals and share their indelible and deep sense of pride, place and belonging.
Stay a few days and things will start to fall into place. The natural rhythm of life, the simplicity of it all. Life doesn’t have to be complex or big to be rich and full of meaning.
Here, you’ll discover a sense of place that calms the mind and a place where you can simply be.
10. community: friends. family. home
From the original terraces of the old vineyard, to the house-size bread oven that fed multitudes, you will see that IL VIGNO has always been a place to gather and be together.
The tradition continues with our family style dinners, where guests from all corners of the world sit and enjoy a good meal together.
You’ll hear stories of life-long friendships that began here at IL VIGNO. Guests who have made IL VIGNO their ‘home’. And many more tales of love and friendship old and new.
Write your own story here at IL VIGNO…