Raffle Drawing: Win a seven-night stay for six in Tuscany!
One grand-prize winner will receive a seven-night stay at the picturesque Tuscan Beauty with up to five lucky guests, along with $600 cash (a total value of nearly $5,000). A second-prize winner will receive a staycation gift package full of experiences to travel the world in their own backyard.
Savor a taste of la dolce vita from the sanctuary of your stunning Italian villa. Perched in the hills near Cortona, your two-story Tuscan home has been lovingly restored with three bedrooms, a private pool, and a fully equipped Italian kitchen. Vaulted wooden beams, stone detailing, and a charming wood-burning fireplace make for elegance and relaxed comfort.
A sun-flooded living space opens directly onto the outdoor terrace with breathtaking views of the valley below. Prepare an authentic Tuscan meal in the outdoor stone oven, best savored alfresco on the spacious stone terrace. Feel yourself unwind as you stroll the shaded gardens and arbors then cool off in the private pool overlooking the rolling hills.
Discover the nearby medieval towns of Cortona, Arezzo, and Montepulciano
Savor an optional private wine tasting or day-trip to world-famous Florence
Immerse yourself in Italian art and culture with handpicked experiences available to add on
Benefit from Premium Guest Services by LuxGive for trip planning
Experience the timeless romance of the region with unforgettable local experiences curated by your dedicated concierge. Wander the sweeping vineyards and local wineries as you sample the finest in Tuscan varietals. Just minutes away by car, the medieval hilltop towns of Cortona, Arezzo, and Montepulciano are yours to discover. Explore cobblestone streets, Roman ruins, and Renaissance frescoes, then return to the villa for breathtaking views of the valley under the setting Tuscan sun.
Washer, TV, Fireplace, Wireless internet, Pool, BBQ area, Garden and backyard, Fully equipped kitchen
Second-Place Staycation
BMFI’s second-place prize is a cornucopia of staycation-ready experiences, treats, adventures, and items. The Main Line (and beyond) is a location ripe for exploration, and this package will help guide you to new discoveries in your own backyard. The second-place prize package—worth more than $4,000—includes goods and services from the following partners:
Two passes, each of which admits a family of up to two adults and four children under the age of 18 (not valid during special events; expires August 31, 2026)
Four general admission passes to this lovely public garden highlighting the beauty and value of native plants, along with a copy of Trilliums at Mt. Cuba Center (expires November 14, 2026)
Four one-day passes to the arboretum (expires June 30, 2026)
The Fine Print
Purchase raffle tickets at the Box Office and online at BrynMawrFilm.org. Raffle tickets are $150 each. No more than 300 tickets will be sold. Proceeds benefit Bryn Mawr Film Institute. Thank you for your support.
Grand Prize Rules:
Drawing to be held no later than September 30, 2025.Need not be present to win. BMFI will contact the winner. Winner will finalize trip arrangements with LuxGive. Once booked, villa is non-transferable. Lodging for up to 6guests and $600 spending cash is included. Airfare and expenses (other than lodging) are not included. Experience must be booked within 24 months of the date of the final raffle drawing, subject to availability and blackout dates (travel year-round with the exception of Christmas and New Year’s weeks). Saturday to Sunday reservations required for most of the year. Extensions are available on request and for a fee. Primaryguest must be at least 25 years of age. Winneris responsible for a refundable damage deposit due at redemption. If property is sold or no longer available at the time of your requested stay, LuxGive reserves the right to substitute your accommodations with a property of equal or higher value. Please see your winner certificate for full terms and conditions. Winner benefits from Premium Guest Services by LuxGive for an unparalleled vacation experience. Directors and employees of BMFI are not eligible.
2nd Prize Rules:
Drawing to be held no later than September 30, 2025. Need not be present to win. BMFI will contact the winner. Winner will be responsible for claiming the prize in person at BMFI. There are no substitutions, and the prize has no cash value. The respective donors of the goods and services are responsible for providing the services/items indicated. BMFI is not responsible for any of the services/items beyond the initial transfer of the raffle prize to its recipient. Directors and employees of BMFI are not eligible.
