Thinking about an intimate but upscale place for your destination wedding in Italy? Consider throwing your celebration at a villa. You will be surrounded by a stunning view of the bosom of nature. Also, you will bunk with your family or friends in a gorgeous home with full access to all the Villa’s venues. In addition, this allows your guests to get to know each other beyond the wedding day events.
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This world-famous venue has been home to elite weddings and fashion shoots and has been the backdrop for films such as James Bond and Star Wars. It is situated at the tip of a small wooded peninsula.
Couples and guests have the full impact of its grandeur as the only way to arrive at this Villa is by boat. Villa Balbianello has unique lake views on all sides, making it one of the most scenic wedding locations. The paths that lead from the boat dock are studded with statues, elegant Cyprus and palm trees, boxwood, and wisteria. These beautifully manicured paths are punctuated with terraces perfect for a ceremony or cocktails.
There are two options for dinner, the upper Loggia Segre, which can hold up to 60 seated guests. The loggia has a private terrace that can also be used for an after-party, dancing, or cocktails. The lower garden terrace is the second option for dinner. Here a marquee is compulsory, giving a maximum capacity for a seated dinner of 150 people.
The Villa has many rental options, from a couple of hours for just photos or a ceremony to a full day for an entire event. It suits for symbolic and civil ceremonies. Villa del Balbianello is unique because it is one of few Lake Como venues with no neighbors, meaning that you can party late into the evening.
Villa Sola Cabiati is an artistic masterpiece that refers to the hedonism of the Belle Époque. With elaborate halls boasting stuccoes and frescoes by renowned artists of the day, and priceless collections of tapestries, paintings, majolica and Chinese vases, this historic residence will transport you back to a time when extravagance knew no bounds.
The spirit of indulgence extends to the flowering Italian garden with direct views over the waters, the park bursting with scented trees, and the beautiful outdoor pool. Located just a few minutes from the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, this aristocratic residence is available for parties of up to twelve. Six suites, each comprised of a spacious bedroom and ensuite bathroom. Lavishly decorated halls are entirely yours to enjoy in total privacy.
The perfect frame to the residence, the beautiful Italian garden extends towards the Lake, while nestled in the park around the back is a splendid pool, a wonderfully secluded spot for spending lazy hours. Ceremony and cocktails are generally organized here. An entire dedicated staff, including Villa Manager, butler, chambermaid, and housekeeper, is at your disposal throughout your stay.
Weddings at Villa Regina Teodolinda are perfect for couples seeking an exclusive Lake Como destination wedding with a Provencal style. With 6 suites, Villa Regina Teodolinda can comfortably sleep 12 guests across the individually-decorated rooms with almost Provencal-style furnishings spanning the 2nd and 3rd floors.
Aside from the elegant pastel interiors, the courtyard in front of the Villa becomes a truly magical escape in the evenings when the fairy lights peppered throughout the trees begin twinkling. So naturally, this is the most popular spot to host the wedding dinner.
Steps down from the courtyard, you’ll find two terraced gardens flanking a private boat dock with signature candy-striped mooring poles. A lakeside swimming pool glistens between sun loungers and canvas umbrellas on the left. In contrast, a greenery-covered pergola sits opposite for casual al fresco dining outside of the wedding events.
One of the biggest perks of this property is its ability to host civil unions in addition to legal, symbolic ceremonies legally – a true rarity in Italy! The Villa’s cozy and private nature makes it well-suited for intimate to mid-sized guest counts (80-100 guests) during the early summer and fall months.
The Villa di Lilliano is a private 11th-century Medicean Villa with its small chapel, a large granary, two courtyards, a Limonaia, a large terrace, a panoramic garden, and a beautiful terraced park that offers a fantastic backdrop for an entire wedding day.
This estate combines the best of Tuscany in just one place: nature, history, tradition, and elegance. From the garden of the Villa, the panorama over the Villa wine estate and olive groves is genuinely marvelous. At the same time, from the Terrace, it is possible to see the city of Florence and its Duomo.
The biggest indoor room – the Limonaia Banquet Hall – can comfortably accommodate 150 people for reassuring backup in case of bad weather. As a Wine estate, it offers different types of exclusive experiences related to history, wine, nature, and Tuscan bite.
La Corte Villa, located between the Limonaia and the Villa, sleeps up to 12 people in 5 suites which you can book together or separately. La Corte Villa is perfect for groups of families or friends, where everyone can come together in the large open kitchen and living room area or by the swimming pool. All areas of the historic Medici Villa will be exclusively yours for your wedding day.
Villa Pliniana is an exclusive Palazzo on a totally secluded and private shore of Lake Como. Built in 1573, the Villa has, over the years, hosted many artists, monarchs, and scientists, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Bellini, and Napoleon, just to name a few. The Villa has been restored to its former splendor, with the addition of a spa, helipad, and dedicated hotel staff.
The 17 suites are laid out as apartments split between the main building and the smaller villas on the grounds. With a capacity to sleep 33 people, it makes a great base for you and your guests. Its location is truly unique, set on the hillside with no neighbors; there is no setting more private on Lake Como. The best way to arrive at this Villa is by water, where you are led through a tunnel beneath the property that brings you up to the property’s main entrance.
Not many places on Lake Como have such grand gardens and terraces that are totally lakeside. These spaces make for idyllic ceremony or dining locations. Dining in the parks is possible for groups of max 300 guests. Not to forget the most impressive part of this Villa, the internal courtyard with arches framing the view of the Lake. A waterfall flows beneath the yard, through Villa, and passes through the main suite!
Villa La Rondinaia is a sophisticated residence nestled on a cliff on the peninsula of Ravello on the Amalfi Coast. It is a magical oasis of privacy. The Villa “La Rondinaia” (The Swallow’s Nest) is certainly one of the most stunningly original villas on the Amalfi Coast and in Italy. This acclaim is due to its position, scenic panoramas, and a series of famous and illustrious guests who have enjoyed the unique qualities of the location.
Ravello, immersed in the wonderful natural beauty of its private park, is wedged into the cliff face – hence the name The Swallow’s Nest. Symbolic or Protestant ceremonies can be held on one of the terraces of the Villa. The romantic Terrazza delle Muse is highly recommended in a round shape which is suitable for groups of 80/100 guests and has gorgeous views over the sea.
There are lemon trees, olive trees, pergolas with vines, a cobalt blue swimming pool, and a pool house with a sauna and panoramic views. The house has six bedrooms and seven bathrooms for 12 guests, all with A/C and heating. Two extra beds can be added to two suites. The interiors have vaulted ceilings, arched windows and doors, and long tiled corridors leading to spacious rooms with fireplaces, balconies, and terraces.
This privately owned luxury Villa sits lakeside in the area of Tremezzina. The private boat dock allows your guests to arrive in style! It also allows you to sneak off for your couple portraits on the Lake! The immaculately manicured lakeside garden makes for the perfect private ceremony spot; its panoramic lake views and direct boat access will give your guests the most dramatic first impression.
This area in front of the Villa can hold up to 200 guests seated for a ceremony. It also makes a beautiful and secluded location for a private dinner. As well as the undeniably impressive grounds, the interiors of the Villa are nothing short of stunning. There are ornate marble floors, antique furniture, and the highest quality soft furnishings. In addition, every wall has hand-painted frescos, even the indoor swimming pool!
The main villa houses six suites, all with en suites. In addition, a newer kitchen wing of the property has four rooms and two bathrooms.We strongly suggest installing a marquee structure in the garden of the Villa for the reception. The large expanse of the garden next to the pool makes the perfect location for this.
The location of this Villa is one of a kind, with the entire garden overlooking the Lake. The view is even more romantic at night with lights reflecting on the water.
Explore the picturesque paradise and exclusive accommodation in a luxurious historical villa that has long been a home and a destination for the rich and noble. Villa Astor is a unique and romantic spot perfect for elopements, wedding ceremonies, and receptions. This magnificent property is located in Sorrento, 50 km from the center of Naples, and rises sheer above the sea on a cliff.
Villa Astor counts six luxurious suites in the main Villa, each designed individually by the renowned interior decorator Jacques Garcia. All the rooms are furnished with the finest period furniture and objets d’art sourced from Sotheby’s and Christie’s. Villa Astor oozes classic feel and elegance.
This place is real heaven full of romantic spots: ornamental ponds, fountains, an internal pool in a natural grotto, citrus and olive groves, palms, ferns, and secret paths and alleys run through more than 1,000 plant species.
The immense exotic garden and spectacular terraces of Villa Astor are a magical scene for a symbolic wedding ceremony and reception for groups of 100-200 guests. Symbolic ceremonies can be organized on a wide panoramic terrace with a view of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius for 120 guests. Another option is a garden area next to the pool with no sea views but surrounded by palms and exotic plants.
Accommodations for 12 guests in 4 suites and 2 bedrooms are available in Villa Astor. Extra accommodations for 8 guests are in the Torre. Max capacity: 20 guests.
One of the most beautiful wedding venue in the north of Italy. This Villa is located in the heart of Valpolicella, a famous area known for its vineyards and wine, just 20 minutes from Verona.
Villa Rizzardi has all the space you need to celebrate every kind of ceremony during the day or evening. The Villa also has the permission of the local registry hall to perform civil weddings on its grounds.
The villa references to Baroque, Renaissance and Neoclassicism. The interior is roomy and classically designed. The property is on two floors with halls and rooms of various sizes that leave the guest admired by the spectacular windows that let the lush garden into the house.
The capacity is 280 guests seated in one hall on the main floor or 180 in another hall on the ground floor; it offers all the necessary services and facilities, including parking, a private kitchen, and catering facilities.
