Borgo di Recenza is an estate destination wedding venue in Siena, Italy, hosting 20 to 50 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Siena (LQSI), 35 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Borgo di Recenza
Borgo di Recenza sits across rolling Tuscan hills in the Val di Merse valley, 20 km south of Siena.
About Borgo di Recenza
Borgo di Recenza sits across rolling Tuscan hills in the Val di Merse valley, 20 km south of Siena.
A working estate anchored by a restored villa with period rooms and sweeping gardens, it opens onto a stone piazza where ceremonies unfold against countryside views.
The property operates with flexible supplier relationships and holds up to 50 guests.
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Venue highlights
- Historic villa with 135 sq m of indoor event space across two adjoining rooms (entrance hall and dining room)
- Open supplier policy, no catering exclusivity required; external caterers welcomed or recommended options provided
- On-site hamlet accommodation 2 km away within the estate grounds; additional lodging options 20 km away in Siena
- Accessibility features include a large ground-floor room with bathroom for disabled guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival at on-site accommodation or Siena hotels; welcome dinner at the estate (optional)
- 10:00–11:00Guest arrival and aperitivo in the gardens
- 11:30–12:15Symbolic ceremony on the piazza or in gardens
- 12:30–14:00Cocktail and photos on the piazza
- 14:00–16:30Seated lunch in the dining room (weather permitting, or under loggia)
- 16:30–20:00Cake cutting, dancing, and evening entertainment
- 20:00–23:00Dinner and farewell
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LQSI · 35 minutes
Guests fly into Siena.
- Typical total
- €8,000–12,000+Aisle estimate
Base rental is €5,000 + VAT. Catering, beverages, flowers, rentals, and transportation are additional. No mandatory supplier list; negotiate rates with preferred vendors. Enquire about multi-day discounts if guests overnight on-site.
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€8,000–12,000+ for 30–50 guests (venue rental + catering + drinks + service charges)
- Ceremony fee
- €5,000Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€5,000 + VAT per day (villa rental; includes gardens, piazza, entrance hall, dining room, loggia room)
- Reception
- €35–85 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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Variable; catering not included; external suppliers typically €35–85 per person depending on menu and service
- Room rate
- €70–200+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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On-site hamlet: enquire directly. Siena (20 km): €70–200+ per room depending on category
- Weather window
- June – August, November
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 338 874 1502
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Does the venue offer accommodation?+
The main villa has no guest rooms, but a historic villa and country-style apartments are located 2 km away within the estate. Siena, 20 km distant, has abundant hotel and rental options. Contact the venue for on-site pricing details.
Can we bring our own caterer?+
Yes. The venue operates an open supplier policy. Borgo di Recenza can suggest preferred partners, but has no exclusivity requirement and welcomes new catering collaborations.
What ceremonies are available?+
Symbolic ceremonies only are hosted on site. Civil ceremonies are not available; couples requiring legal status must arrange this elsewhere before arrival.
Is there air conditioning?+
No. Indoor spaces rely on natural ventilation. Plan accordingly during warm months or discuss contingency arrangements during booking.
What is the guest limit?+
The venue accommodates up to 50 guests across its outdoor and indoor spaces.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
Still deciding? Elena is Aisle’s AI wedding planner. Give her a month and a guest count and she will forecast the budget, work out how your guests would travel, and put a first plan on paper. No account needed.
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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.