When it comes to planning your Big Day, it’s small wonder that jetting off to foreign lands and hosting your wedding party in an opulent home-from-home is such an enticing prospect. From picture-perfect and exclusive locations to a wealth of exclusive amenities, luxury wedding villas provide couples with the opportunity to craft a wedding experience that’s uniquely theirs, with privacy and in suitably high style.
Follow our guide to choosing the most impressive venue for the wedding of your dreams, and take a look inside our handpicked selection of some of the most romantic luxury wedding villas under the Mediterranean sun…
The magic of luxury wedding villas
One of the primary benefits of hosting your wedding at a luxury villa is the unparalleled beauty and ambiance it provides. Our villas are situated in breathtaking locations from exclusive clifftop retreats overlooking shimmering yacht-filled bays to delicious vineyard estates with the finest wines on tap, and grand country and beachside properties surrounded by lush gardens and lemon groves.
Imagine exchanging vows against the backdrop of a sunset over the ocean or amidst the vibrant colours of bougainvillea and sweet fragrances of jasmine and frangipani in an exquisite manicured garden — the possibilities for creating special memories are endless.
Luxury wedding villas also offer exclusive access to a range of facilities and services that can enhance the wedding experience for both you and your guests. From spacious and delightfully stylish and secluded accommodations for bridal parties to private pools, spas, and gourmet dining options, these properties provide a level of comfort and luxury that is unmatched by traditional wedding venues.
Renting a luxury wedding villa enables you and your beloved to treat yourselves and your friends and family to a truly indulgent experience, ensuring that every aspect of your wedding day is personalised and an absolute joy.
Wedding planning and concierge services
Many of our luxury wedding villas are fully staffed with private chefs, villa managers, and housekeepers, and we can arrange comprehensive services for weddings and events of all sizes for all of our properties. Our services include private transfers by private jet, boat or limousine to and from the property, event management, party planning, and first-class catering. You can also book a professional butler and expert services from professional massage therapists to beauticians, personal shoppers, and yoga instructors.
Ten of the most romantic luxury wedding villas
What kind of luxury wedding villa makes your heart beat a little faster? A large wedding villa in a lush Tuscan vineyard, a romantic French country estate with rolling lavender fields in Provence, or a heart-melting property with showstopping views of Lake Como or the Mediterranean? We’ve curated just a few of our luxury wedding villas to help you pick the perfect location and the best type of property for your big day.
Italian wedding villas
Small wonder La bella Italia is such a popular choice for weddings abroad. The scenery, the art, the architecture, the food, the fashion, and the effortless style vibe conspire to make this an enchanting destination made for romance.
Tuscany
Does your fairytale begin in Florence? Feast your eyes on the spectacular Villa Colle Ramole. Situated just 6 km south of the centre of Florence in the beautiful Chianti countryside, this large wedding villa in Tuscany is part of a private 14th Century hamlet with its own delightful chapel. Adorned with frescoes by Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio, the chapel is the perfect setting for an intimate wedding ceremony with up to 40 guests, while the property can accommodate up to 44 staying guests and many more for events hosted in the grounds. And it has a true picture-perfect backdrop of rolling green hills studded with cypresses, magical vineyards, olive groves, and a lake.
Star attractions also include two outdoor swimming pools and a wellness centre with Turkish bath, sauna, Jacuzzi, and a mini-gym. The hamlet also has its own restaurant, La Locanda.
Lake Como
Longing to say ‘I do’ in glorious Lake Como? One of the most sought-after destinations for luxury wedding villas in Italy, Como is a dream come true and few luxury wedding villas are quite as breathtakingly beautiful as Villa Limonta. This 18th century property is situated near Bellagio, surrounded by a beautiful private botanical park, and features a stunning 200-metre private waterfront. Interiors are lavish with 8 bedrooms and with vast amounts of space both inside and outside, it’s a magnificent location for tying the knot and hosting a wedding party to remember.
First-class amenities include a gorgeous pool, sauna and fully equipped gym.
Puglia
The charming southern Italian region of Puglia is an inspiring choice for couples who want to get married by the Mediterranean sea. Masseria Leverano is one of the finest luxury wedding villas to rent in Puglia —ideally situated near the city of Lecce and the beach resort of Porto Cesareo. This large wedding villa, which can accommodate up to 25 guests, has extensive grounds including beautifully manicured gardens as well as numerous areas inside and out for hosting parties and wedding ceremonies.
In addition to stunning outdoor lounge areas and a large swimming pool, this property also has a private spa with sauna, a Turkish bath, massage room and indoor heated swimming pool.
Amalfi Coast
Another top Italian seaside location, the Amalfi Coast is the place for an extra splash of glitz and glamour. And if you’re seeking a sophisticated location away from prying eyes, Villa Bianca offers a private setting with maximum wow factor. In a secluded position perched high above the coastline between Amalfi and Positano, this luxury wedding villa sleeps up to 16 guests and has ample space for wedding ceremonies and parties including a large terrace paved with natural stone and lined with white columns.
Enticing amenities include a fabulous sea water pool, outdoor lounge areas with a stone barbecue and pizza oven, and grounds filled with flowers and lemon trees.
French wedding villas
Fancy getting hitched in a romantic country estate in Provence? When it comes to magical properties in this prime locale in the South of France, Chateau de Tourreau scores maximum style points. This large wedding villa to rent in Provence is a 17th century gem set in parkland near the charming village of Sarrians and accommodates up to 29 guests in traditional Provencal splendour.
There are three reception rooms and a large formal dining room, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces with a summer kitchen and barbecues by the large pool.
Spanish wedding villas
Whether you want to get sultry in Seville or exchange vows on a Spanish island, we’ve got luxury wedding villas in a selection of city and beach locations designed to make you swoon.
Barcelona
What’s not to love about getting married in Barcelona? This vibrant cultural city has all the right ingredients for a truly bewitching Big Day. One of the finest luxury wedding villas to rent in Barcelona is the mesmerising Mas Catalana. Here you can enjoy a private wedding in a charming countryside setting that also has stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. This large wedding villa is a traditional lovingly restored property with accommodation for up to 28 staying guests and wonderful outdoor spaces for wedding celebrations.
Extra frills include a private spa, with an indoor heated swimming pool,Jacuzzi, a Finnish sauna and a fitness room.
Mallorca
The jewel of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is a hotspot for sophisticated seaside wedding parties. Our luxury wedding villas in Mallorca are located within easy reach of the most exclusive resorts while offering privacy and seclusion.
Nestled amongst 130 acres of countryside in the north-east of the island, Santa Margalida is a romantic property that dates back to the 16th century and exudes traditional Spanish charm — with thoroughly modern comforts on tap. It boasts seven beautiful garden spaces with Arabic style fountains and arbours of jasmine and bougainvillea — and an original barn with a wide paved esplanade makes for the perfect setting for wedding celebrations.
Top drawer facilities also include a large swimming pool, spacious sundeck with hammocks, a tennis court and soccer field, as well as a running track around the villa and to the beach.
Wedding villas in Greece
Fancy tying the knot on a Greek Island? We’ve got a superb selection of properties on all of the most beautiful islands from Mykonos wedding villas to luxury wedding villas to rent in Santorini, Hydra, Crete and Zakynthos, to name just a few.
Corfu
Castaway to Corfu for a gorgeous wedding in Greece. This enduringly charming island is the place to live it up like a movie star in the Mediterranean sunshine. Take a peek at Villa Kanoni — perched above the shimmering Ionian Sea on an imposing 10-acre estate, this stunning property was featured in the James Bond film, For Your Eyes Only. There is a chapel on the grounds for idyllic wedding ceremonies while the lush gardens and large terraces are magical settings for entertaining.
Maximum stye points for its seawater swimming pool and terrace, large pool house and private path to the beach and plateau, with a private bar and sitting/bathing area.
A world of wedding destinations
We also offer luxury wedding villas in South Africa and other destinations further afield, including stunning properties in New Zealand.
South Africa
What about toasting your nuptials in this luxury wedding villa to rent in the Cape Winelands? Two Rivers Farm Manor House is a showstopper of a contemporary property in one of the most exclusive locations — the fabulous Franschhoek wine valley. Its interior design is super sleek and its verdant grounds are full of surprises, including a secluded river deck and a mini private island, which are perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies.
This one-of-a-kind property also features a private beach, hideaway boma and an Olympic size pool immersed in a free-flowing freshwater dam.
How to book luxury wedding villas
For details of our full portfolio of luxury wedding villas in these locations and many more, make an enquiry or speak to one of our expert representatives on +44 (0)207 586 5342.
Please note that each property has different pricing options for events and celebrations. All options, as well as our prices for additional concierge services, are available upon request.
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