Convento di Acqua Premula - Residenza d'Epoca
Convento di Acqua Premula distinguishes itself as a working 13th-century monastery that still maintains its spiritual operations while hosting weddings, a rare combination that infuses celebrations with authentic historical gravitas rather than merely theatrical period aesthetics.
Convento di Acqua Premula - Residenza d'Epoca is a hotel destination wedding venue in Sellano, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport (PEG), 75-90 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Convento di Acqua Premula - Residenza d'Epoca
Convento di Acqua Premula distinguishes itself as a working 13th-century monastery that still maintains its spiritual operations while hosting weddings, a rare combination that infuses celebrations with authentic historical gravitas rather than merely theatrical period aesthetics.
Located in the Umbrian hills near Sellano, the property offers stone cloisters, original frescoed chapels, and guest rooms within the convent walls, creating an immersive experience that transcends typical hotel venues.
This is a functioning religious community that opens its doors to ceremonies and receptions, not a restored event space that happens to look old.
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What a warm welcome when we arrived after a day's cycling. Attentive, swim and drinks on the terrace. Food extraordinary.
Paul Randall · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- PEG, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 13th-century Benedictine monastery with active religious community and original architectural elements including frescoed chapels and stone cloisters
- On-site accommodations for up to 60 guests within convent guest rooms, enabling multi-day celebration logistics
- Google rating of 4.8/5 reflects consistent guest satisfaction with authenticity and service delivery
- Located in Sellano, Umbria, a region producing acclaimed wines and featuring rolling countryside, providing natural backdrop without artificial decoration
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in to convent rooms and nearby accommodations
- 7:30 PMWelcome dinner in refectory or outdoor garden
- 11:00 AMCeremony in chapel or cloister space
- 1:00 PMReception begins with cocktail hour in gardens
- 2:30 PMSeated dinner and celebration in refectory
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch or informal gathering before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- PEG · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-22,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-22,000 for 50-100 guests including 2-night stay (ceremony + 1 night accommodation + reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65-120 a headAisle estimate
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€65-120 (food and beverage; monastery style service vs. full event catering impacts pricing)
- Room rate
- €85-150 a person a nightAisle estimate
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€85-150 per guest room (on-site convent rooms; limited quantity; nearby hotels €60-100)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0743 926663
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Contact venue directly for firm quotes. Rates vary seasonally and by room type. Many guests stay additional nights in surrounding area. Wine/beverage sourcing from local Umbrian producers can offset costs.
Questions about the venue
Is this an active monastery or fully converted venue?+
Convento di Acqua Premula remains a functioning Benedictine community. The convent operates with resident monks while hosting weddings in designated spaces, guests experience an authentic spiritual setting rather than a replica or museum.
What are the actual on-site sleeping accommodations?+
The property offers guest rooms within the convent structure with capacity for approximately 60 overnight guests. Rooms reflect the monastery's historical character with modern amenities. Additional lodging exists in nearby Sellano and surrounding towns for larger parties.
Can non-Catholic couples marry here?+
Contact the venue directly regarding ceremony policies. As an active Catholic monastery, there may be specific requirements or restrictions, this should be clarified during initial inquiry.
What's the driving distance from major cities?+
Sellano sits approximately 150 kilometers northeast of Rome and 90 kilometers south of Perugia. Travel time from Rome is roughly 2 hours; from Perugia approximately 1.5 hours.
Are external caterers required or does the venue provide food service?+
Confirm catering policies with the venue. Some monastery venues permit outside vendors while others provide in-house services. Dietary accommodations for religious observances may apply.
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.