Drive up the winding, earthy, beautiful Spring Mountain Road to its summit and, at the Napa/Sonoma border, take a right hand turn.  A short way down this pleasant country lane and through the wrought iron entry gates of Villa Fish, you will sense that you have entered a different region of the world, a place that evokes the alpine foothills of northern Italy near the Swiss border.   With its cobble-stoned motor court centered on a fountain and bordered by a low rock wall, with a bocce court down the hill a bit to your right, a small wisteria-bedecked tile-roofed pavilion hosting an outdoor fireplace to your left, and a two story, tile roofed, Italianesque home welcoming your arrival, you'll believe you've found the most pleasant Pensione in Piedmont. About 2.7 acres in size, the property feels much larger. Plumped among pines, oaks, vineyards and nearby wineries, the magnificent views, the fragrance of the woods and the sound of birds are a delight to the senses.  The two-story home is designed for guests and relaxed enjoyment, communicating a warm and welcoming ambiance.  The main floor features a living room with coffered ceiling, wood burning fireplace and French doors leading to a front patio, while the adjoining dining room has the look and feel of an intimate Italian caverna with warm lighting and brick archways. The fully equipped kitchen features custom maple cabinets, granite countertops, tile floor, Venetian glass pendant lights, and a breakfast bar for two.  The family room enjoys oak flooring, a wood burning fireplace, and French doors leading to the back deck and the tall trees beyond. There are four bedrooms, with one on the main floor that opens to a front patio.  Upon ascending the central staircase flooded with light from the cupola above, you'll find three upper floor en suite bedrooms. Each boast a bathroom with beautiful stone counter tops, tile floors, under-mount sinks, and spacious shower or jetted tub; one bedroom also enjoys a private view balcony.  Choose your spot, breathe the air, listen to the birds, sip the wine and raise your glass to toast life's simple pleasures.

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