Altabella Italian Villas comprise three classically restored stone villas on a 155-acre estate on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, 30 minutes east of Cortona. Experience the deep pleasures of Umbrian country life in a location of extraordinary natural beauty with easy proximity to some of Italy's richest artistic, culinary and cultural treasures.

Up for auction is 7 nights at the smallest villa, Casa Carina, which sleeps 2 in the upstairs double bedroom, and 1 more in a small fold-out sofa downstairs. The house is furnished with antiques and pieces built by local craftsmen using old designs. Poised on a high hillside, the house has spectacular views of rolling hills and valleys, which can be viewed from the stone terrace off of the kitchen. A concierge service is available to help with all aspects of your trip. Extras include meals, cooking classes, tours and more.

The villas are within easy distance of ancient hill towns famous for art, wine, wild mushrooms and the mystical traditions of Saint Francis. The houses are all within a ten-minute walk of each other, but each is surrounded by extensive grounds with lovely gardens and terraces and extraordinary panoramic views. After a day exploring the winding streets and dazzling churches of an Umbrian hill town, return home to relax around an 18 meter by 7 meter infinity-edge swimming pool which is located in a private meadow with spectacular views. Visit www.altabella.com for more information.