The Best Intimate Venues for an Italian wedding
Small but mighty, that’s how we see intimate weddings. These are not striped back versions of the larger weddings; on the contrary, with an intimate wedding you may well have more scope to go bigger on styling, decor, food and the personal touches which might have been missed when planning a larger gathering and budgeting for more guests. Many whom are planning a smaller wedding aspire for dinner party vibes - sensational food, epic location, the perfect number of people to all be able to be present in each others company all night. Dreamy, right? Now let’s find out which Italian venue would be perfect for your intimate wedding.
1. Pancolina
Where is it? San Gimignano
Size? Ideal for 50 guests or less
Why we love it
A true wholesome Italian venue
Thoughtful, helpful hosts
Convenient for both Florence and Pisa airports
Works well for a wedding of 50 guests, or 10 - the spaces can be intimately romantic or workable for a larger number
LL Tip: Allow time to explore San Gimignano and the surrounding area, it is well-worth it!
Check out Pancolina on La Lista
Photo: Lace and Luce
2. Borgo di Recenza
Where is it? In Siena
Size? Accommodates 30 guests on-site
Why we love it
An ancient village dating back to the early medieval period
Immersed in the Tuscan countryside
Two wet-weather options
Perfect for an intimate wedding, hosting up to 50 guests
Check out Borgo di Recenza on La Lista
3. Guardastelle
Where is it? San Gimignano
Size? Sleeps up to 30
Why we love it
A restored farmhouse amongst vineyards and a stunning view of San Gimignano
On-site events team ready to help with every aspect of your wedding
Open supplier policy
You can use the properties wine with your wedding meal or have a wine tasting as one of your other events.
Check out Guardastelle on La Lista
Puglia
4. Borgo Gallana
Where is it? Oria
Size? Intimate
Why we love it
30 minutes from Brindisi airport, 35-40 mins from the beach
The ultimate slow living – a place to relax and escape with a strong designed aesthetic
3 separate casas for guests to stay within the estate
LL Tip: Great for an intimate celebration, bringing guests from the 3 separate locations together whilst giving everyone their privacy.
Check out Borgo Gallana on La Lista
Photo: Salva López
Where is it? In the heart of Ostuni, 30 minutes from international airports
Size? Sleeps 60 guests
Why we love it
Only 5km from the sea
A famous courtyard and traditional Apulian features
25 rooms available onsite
Views on the horizon of the dreamy Itria Valley in the distance
Check out Masseria Grieco on La Lista
Need to knows when planning an intimate wedding
As with any wedding, guest experience is crucial to set the vibe of the day, but with fewer guests at an intimate wedding it is so important to have guests feeling relaxed and looked after from the start.
An intimate wedding can be so personal, so be sure to bring all of it to the day.
Don’t feel restricted by the traditional timeline of a wedding day - you definitely have scope here to mix up the schedule a little. Why not have a speech during the aperitif?
Amalfi
6. La Rondinaia
Where it is? Ravello
Size? Can host up to 170 guests but intimate gatherings are wonderful here
Why we love it
Architecture and construction to be marvelled at
4 utterly breathtaking outside spaces to host various parts of your day
Ample indoor options in case of wet weather and a stunning pagoda for every eventuality
Ceremonies hosted on site
Sleeps up to 12 guests in suites
LL Tip: Be sure you are aware of the music curfew at venues on the Amalfi coast (normally until midnight)
Check out La Rondinaia on La Lista
Photo: Gianni Di Natale
7. Villa Santa Maria
Where it is? Just outside of Amalfi
Size? Perfect for 20-40
Why we love it
Incredible views, as if you were on the sea
Their Beach Club is due to open soon
A little church just a short walk from the villa
Sleeps 16 guests
LL Tip: Wow guests with a boat ride from the venue’s dock and host a post wedding party at their private beach
Check out Santa Maria on La Lista
Photo: Elias Kordelakos | Styling: The Wedding Boutique Italy
Sicily
8. Braccialieri
Where it is? Noto
Size? Can sleep up to 28 guests
Why we love it
A hot new wedding venue and dreamy Sicilian estate from the 1800s with a super-cool pool and interiors
Open supplier policy
Multiple wet weather options
If you’re looking for a wow factor venue within a quiet Sicilian paradise – this one is for you!
Check out Braccialieri on La Lista
9. Baglio Occhipinti
Where it is? Cicogne
Size? Can host up to 180 guests but perfect for an intimate wedding
Why we love it
Sleeps up to 40 of your guests across 12 rooms
You can host an intimate dinner inside the ancient walls
Stunning views of the Ragusa countryside
LL Tip: Wow guests with a visit to UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Ragusa Ibla, Modica, and Scicli close by
Check out Baglio Occhipinti on La Lista
Umbria
10. Tenuta di Casa Bruciata
Where it is? On the Tuscany/Umbria border
Size? Sleeps up to 27 guests
Why we love it
Once a medieval fortress and now a stunning farmhouse
In-house planners and catering to help with your special day
So many options to host each part of your day with views of the rolling hills of Umbria.
Check out Tenuta di Casa Bruciata on La Lista
11. Fattoria di Vibio
Where is it? Located within the Park of Monte Peglia and Selva di Meana
Size? Maximum 80 guests
Why we love it
Perugia airport only a 50 minute drive away,
Stunning panoramic pool, and gardens overlooking the rolling Umbrian hills
Accommodation for up to 43 of your guests spread over 6 luxury villas, cottages and guest houses
Internal catering available
Check out Fattoria di Vibio on La Lista
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