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Creative
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PamperThis Retreat is GOOD FOR:
- All levels welcome
- Beginner friendly
- Creative inspiration + block
- Gentle + slow-paced
- Luxury experience
- Seniors (50+)
- Solo travellers
About this retreat
Welcome to your home in Umbria for a week! And we know how to make you feel at home! The Villa and its gardens are magical, and they alone warrant a stay. You will be transported back to yesteryear, swept away by the grandeur of the Villa, with frescoed ceilings, luxurious parlours, charming decor and elegant, lovingly remodelled suites. The Villa is nestled just below the picturesque historical medieval village of Panicale, recorded to be first settled in 2000 BC. The village boosts panoramic views across Lake Trasimeno. A picturesque village, rich in history and art, that guests will have the opportunity to explore and dine in. All meals are prepared onsite by our two fabulous chefs. Not only do they serve delicious meals, made from locally sourced organic produce, they are such wonderful, welcoming and warm individuals. They will make your stay even more special and make you feel at home. They deserve a mention, because after all, a great retreat experience includes the connections we make with those people around us. We will explore local villages and sample the delicious Umbrian cuisine of the region and enjoy an aperitivo on the shores of Lake Trasimeno. Your tutor is a practising printmaker who has been teaching printmaking for over 20 years. Majoring in printmaking at Monash University, she has studied at Il Bisonte in Florence, and has exhibited both in Australia and Europe. She managed, and taught classes at the Firestation Print Studio in Melbourne, before moving to Italy many years ago. She is passionate about drawing and printmaking and loves sharing her passion with students. Her priority is that participants enjoy the experience and have fun with this wonderfully accessible medium. Participants will learn new skills and techniques they can take away with them to confidently make their own gelli prints at home. We blend art, history, Italian local cuisine and offer a holistic experience with a flexibility to allow participants to engage with activities and the course at their own pace (excluding offsite excursions and events that are pre-booked-that have a set time table). Note: Maximum of 10 guests for the course plus 4 (non-participating) partners/friends.
Offering
Location
Villa LeMura - Holiday Villa,Events and Weddings… Wellness retreats - Historic Residence in Italy, Località le Mura, 06064 Panicale PG, Italy
Venue
Villa LeMura is a beautifully restored 18th-century palazzo in Panicale, Italy, offering a perfect escape away from your day to day life to recharge. Surrounded by rolling hills and ancient olive groves, the villa blends history, luxury, and authentic Italian charm. Set on four acres of idyllic gardens, the villa offers stunning frescoed interiors and breathtaking views across the Umbrian and Tuscan landscapes. Guests have the entire Villa and its grounds to themselves, there are no other guests present during your retreat, except the retreat hosts/staff. Guests are encouraged to spend time in the beautiful gardens and wander the olive grove, explore the Villa and its grounds. Outside the Villa gates there are many scenic walking paths, around the countryside, or up to the village. There is a gorgeous. in-ground pool with sweeping views of the hilltop village Panicale, that guests can use at any time. There is a laundry if guests should need. There is an old chapel at the Villa and many other quiet areas-parlours, sitting rooms, salons and of course the studio, where guests can relax and unwind. There is free Wi-Fi on the ground floor of the villa for guests. Part of the old cantina under the Villa has been turned into the Printmaking studio. It is lovely and cool in the Italian summer, and with a huge open fireplace, it keeps the space comfortable and warm in the cooler months.
Accommodation
Villa LeMura
Meals
Our food consists of local produce, Italian pastries and fresh organic fruit and vegetables. Our delicious meals are prepared on site by our wonderful chefs. We are happy to cater for individual dietary requirements if participants notify us in advance- so we can organise the menu accordingly. Wine is included and served with dinner at the Villa.
Facilities + amenities
A day in the retreat
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Monday 12 – Welcome!3:30–4:00 p.m. Afternoon arrival. Guests will be shown to their rooms4:30–5:30 p.m. Welcome afternoon tea. Tour of the Villa, the studio, and grounds6:30 p.m. Aperitivo hour7:30 p.m. Dinner at the VillaTuesday 13 – Flowers and Wine8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast9:30 a.m. Studio Orientation. Introduction to materials and the process11:00 a.m. Meet in the entrance hall for a walk up to the local village for morning tea1:00–2:00 p.m. Lunch at a local restaurant in Panicale2:30 p.m. Return to the Villa – collecting flora on the way3:00–5:30 p.m. Studio6:00 p.m. Private Wine Tasting with the vineyard owner and a sommelier7:30 p.m. Dinner at the VillaWednesday 14 – Sketch, Snap, Explore8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast10:30 a.m. Excursion day to another local hilltop town. A free day to hike, shop, people-watch in piazzas, visit museums, sketch, and explore1:00 p.m. Lunch as you please in town2:30–4:00 p.m. Exploring5:00–6:00 p.m. Lakeside aperitivo on the shores of Castiglione del Lago7:30 p.m. Dinner at the VillaThursday 15 – Olive Oil and Dinner8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast9:30 a.m. Studio11:00 a.m. Tea break1:00–2:00 p.m. Lunch at the Villa2:00–3:00 p.m. Free time3:30–5:30 p.m. Studio6:30 p.m. Olive Oil Tasting in the village8:30 p.m. Dinner at a local restaurantFriday 16 – Print! Print! Celebrate!8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast9:30 a.m. Studio11:00 a.m. Tea break1:00–2:00 p.m. Lunch at the Villa2:00–3:00 p.m. Free time3:00–5:30 p.m. Studio6:00–7:00 p.m. Aperitivo and Critique7:30 p.m. Farewell dinner at the VillaSaturday 17 – Farewells8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast and Goodbyes10:00 a.m. Transport to Chiusi Railway Station*This schedule is a guideline — some activities may occur on different days/times.
Included
- 4 nights accommodation
- Full use of villa, pool and ground.
- All art materials provided.
- Daily on-site printmaking course with a qualified teacher and practising resident artist.
- All meals* provided prepared onsite by our chefs using organic local produce.
- Coffee and tea provided..
- Welcome drink & wine with dinner provided.
- Private wine tasting with the vineyard owner, wine producer and sommelier.
- Private olive oil sampling.
- Trips to the medieval hill-top villages of Panicale, Cortona and the lakeside village of Castiglione del Lago.
- Transfers to and from Chiusi-Chianciano Terme railway to the Villa
- Assistance with booking your train trip to arrive at Chiusi-Chianciano Terme railway.
Not included
- Flights to and from Italy
- Travel Insurance. It is highly recommended that participants take out personal travel and medical insurance
- Toiletries
- Drinks and meals purchased outside of the Villa on trips
Frequently asked
I've never done gelli printing. Can I still come?
Yes. No experience is needed. The class size is kept small and your tutor has taught printmaking for 20+ years, so beginners get personal support and leave with skills to continue at home.
What should I pack?
Studio-friendly clothing (gelli printing is mess-friendly), walking shoes for village explorations, dinner outfits, a journal, bathers for the grounds. Detailed list after booking.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes. Our two onsite chefs prepare meals from local organic produce and cover most dietary needs. Alcohol is included with dinners. Let us know specifics at booking.
Who is this retreat for?
Adults from 30s to 80s, primarily women but open to all. Partners can join as non-participating guests at a separate rate. Small group of up to 10 (plus up to 4 non-participating partners).
How do I get to the venue?
Villa LeMura is in Panicale, Umbria, about 2 hours from Rome and 2.5 hours from Florence. Private transfers can be arranged from either city after booking.
What's the cancellation policy?
The 10% deposit via The Good Index is non-refundable. The 90% remainder is refundable up to 60 days before start, transferable inside 60 days.