Estate

Antica Fattoria di Paterno

50025 Montespertoli FI, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola) (FLR), 45-60 minutes

Antica Fattoria di Paterno stands apart for its working farm setting within Tuscany's Chianti region—guests experience an active estate rather than a manicured venue. This 16th-century property combines operational vineyards and olive groves with event spaces, offering couples an authentic agritourism backdrop where production and celebration coexist. The estate's commitment to on-site wine and oil production means your celebration directly supports the land's ongoing heritage.

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Highlights

16th-century Tuscan estate with functioning vineyard and olive oil production
Located in Montespertoli, heart of Chianti wine country, 30km southwest of Florence
4.8/5 Google rating with documented guest reviews
Multiple event spaces including restored farmhouse buildings and outdoor terraces
Direct access to estate wines for tastings and reception service

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportFLR

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Getting there

Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola) (FLR)

45-60 minutes to venue

Car rental + drive

€45-90 car rental per day plus fuel

50 minutes · Pick up at airport; drive south on SR2 toward Montespertoli via Greve in Chianti

Private transfer/car service

€100-150 one-way for groups

45 minutes · Arrange through hotel or wedding planner; direct pickup to venue

Train + taxi/shuttle

€15-20 train + €20-30 taxi

90 minutes total · Florence Santa Maria Novella to Montespertoli station (30km), then 10km taxi to venue

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800-1,500 (venue rental for ceremony space)

Reception (per guest)

€60-100 (food + non-alcoholic beverages; wine packages separate)

Accommodation (per night)

€80-120 at nearby agriturismos; €120-250+ at Montespertoli hotels

Estimated total

€12,000-25,000 for 80 guests (venue + catering + wine; excludes accommodation and florals)

Prices vary seasonally with peak (May-June, September-October) commanding 15-20% premiums. Direct inquiry to venue required for current rates and custom packages. Florence proximity adds catering options but also increases vendor costs.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (day before)

4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in at nearby accommodations; optional estate wine tasting tour

Saturday

10:00 AMGuest arrival and breakfast at estate

2:30 PMCeremony setup in vineyard or estate courtyard

4:00 PMCeremony

5:00 PMCocktail hour with estate wine and appetizers

7:00 PMSeated dinner in restored farmhouse or outdoor pavilion

10:00 PMDancing and dessert

Sunday

10:00 AMBrunch and guest departure

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we incorporate the vineyard into our ceremony or photos?

Yes. The working vineyard is central to the property's identity. Many couples arrange ceremony setups within the vineyard rows or use the landscape for photography, particularly during harvest season (September-October).

Does Antica Fattoria di Paterno offer accommodation on-site?

The estate has limited on-site rooms. Nearby villages like Montespertoli offer agriturismos and small hotels within 5km. Florence is 30km away with full hotel options.

What is included in the venue rental?

Contact the venue directly via https://fattoriapaterno.it/ for current packages. Typically includes access to event spaces, indoor and outdoor areas. Catering, wine service, and staffing are usually quoted separately.

What is the best season for a wedding here?

May-June and September-October offer ideal weather and authentic farm activity. July-August is hot; November-March sees fewer events but lower pricing.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 guests depending on configuration and chosen spaces.