Barchessa Contarini is an estate destination wedding venue in Pontelongo, Italy, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 45 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
Barchessa Contarini
Barchessa Contarini is a 16th-century Venetian estate in Pontelongo, originally built as a working farm structure for the prominent Contarini family.
About Barchessa Contarini
Barchessa Contarini is a 16th-century Venetian estate in Pontelongo, originally built as a working farm structure for the prominent Contarini family.
The property has undergone careful restoration that honors its agricultural heritage while offering modern amenities for celebrations.
This historic villa provides an authentic backdrop for ceremonies and receptions in the Veneto region.
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This is to those who are searching for perfect location! We have celebrated our wedding at Barchessa a little over a month ago and we couldn’t be happier with our decision!
Monika Lenkauskaite · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €100 to €160 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- VCE, 45 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Built in the 1500s as a barchessa (agricultural building) for Venetian nobility
- Located in Pontelongo, 25 kilometers southwest of Venice in the Veneto countryside
- Google rating of 4.4/5 stars from verified guest reviews
- Restored to preserve original Renaissance architectural details and materials
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in at local hotels
- 11:00 AMRehearsal at estate (optional)
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and aperitivo
- 4:00 PMCeremony in estate garden or hall
- 5:30 PMCocktail reception and photos
- 7:30 PMSeated dinner and dancing
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- VCE · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport.
- Typical total
- €4,000–8,000+Aisle estimate
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€4,000–€8,000+ (50-guest wedding with ceremony, reception, and local catering)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €60–100 a headAisle estimate
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€60–€100
- Room rate
- €70–150 a nightAisle estimate
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Varies; nearby hotels €70–€150
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 049 977 6599
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season, guest count, and service selections. Contact venue directly for detailed quote. Costs exclude florals, photography, entertainment, and wine upgrades.
Questions about the venue
What is a barchessa?+
A barchessa is a traditional Venetian agricultural building, typically long and low-slung, that served as a storage facility, stable, or farming center on estates owned by wealthy families. The Contarini family's barchessa dates to the 16th century.
Can we hold both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The estate offers both indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and seated dinners, allowing you to structure the full event on-site.
What is the closest airport?+
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is approximately 30 kilometers away, roughly 45 minutes by car or private transfer.
Is accommodation available on the property?+
Contact the venue directly at http://www.barchessacontarini.it/ to inquire about guest lodging options or nearby hotel partnerships.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Outdoor ceremony: Yes
“La cerimonia potrà essere organizzata nell'ampio giardino, nella cantina del Cinquecento, oppure sotto il caratteristico porticato.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Lo stile unico e la cura anche nei minimi particolari fanno di ogni evento un momento davvero indimenticabile ed unico, e porteremo, direttamente dalle nostre cucine interne nelle vostre tavole, anche la tradizione e la creatività di una cucina attenta e curata, offrendo suggerimenti particolari e raffinati.”
Read the source for in-house cateringSetting: Countryside, historic, elegant
“Tradizione e magia nel cuore della campagna veneta”
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