Country B&B Villa diCorniola
Villa di Corniola stands apart as a working Tuscan farm estate where guests stay within the property itself—a rarity in Empoli—offering authentic immersion rather than commuting to nearby hotels.
- Guests
- 20–150
- Nearest airport
- FLR · 35 minutes
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Google rating
- 4.9 /5 · 45
Country B&B Villa di Corniola is a hotel destination wedding venue in Empoli, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Peretola (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR), 35 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Country B&B Villa di Corniola in Empoli, open June–September.
Villa di Corniola stands apart as a working Tuscan farm estate where guests stay within the property itself—a rarity in Empoli—offering authentic immersion rather than commuting to nearby hotels.
Six antique-furnished rooms plus four ensuite bedrooms and a cottage provide on-site accommodation for up to 30 people, transforming a wedding into a multi-day retreat.
The dual indoor reception spaces (120 seats each across two floors) plus 150+ capacity marquee mean weather presents no obstacle to scaling your celebration.
A stunning place to stay. We stayed here for one night before flying home from Pisa Airport. The whole place was beautiful and the host was so helpful. We hope to return again. Would highly recommend.
4 notes on the house.
On-site accommodation for up to 30 guests across 11 rooms and a cottage apartment—unusual for Tuscan venues
Two climate-controlled reception floors (noble floor and vaulted cellar level) each seating 120, plus expandable marquee
13th-century parish church on adjacent grounds for religious ceremonies; symbolic rites available indoors or in the estate gardens
Open supplier policy and flexible catering: prepare your own menu or select from venue-recommended external caterers
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Country B&B Villa di Corniola.
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- 16:00–18:00Guest arrivals; check-in to rooms and cottage apartment
- 19:30Welcome aperitivo in the villa gardens or ground-floor reception room
- 10:00Civil or religious ceremony (13th-century church or symbolic rite on grounds)
- 12:30Cocktail hour and group photos in estate grounds
- 14:00Reception lunch/dinner in noble floor dining rooms or marquee
- MorningFarewell breakfast; guest departures
Things worth knowing.
FLR · 35 minutes
Guests fly into Florence Peretola (Amerigo Vespucci).
€8,500–12,000
Destination wedding rate (venue + accommodation) starts at €8,500 for up to 30 people over minimum 2 nights. Additional catering, florals, and services quoted separately. A deposit secures booking; full cancellation terms in contract.
€2,027
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
Variable; no fixed per-head rate published—inquire directly / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
Included in destination wedding package or varies by room type / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we hold the ceremony and reception at the villa?+
Yes. Civil ceremonies are conducted through Empoli Municipality (€2,027 fee). For religious ceremonies, a 13th-century parish church sits nearby on the grounds. Symbolic rites and receptions happen indoors or in the estate's outdoor spaces.
What happens if it rains?+
The villa has two full floors of reception rooms—the formal noble floor and the atmospheric semi-basement with traditional Tuscan brick vaults—each accommodating 120 seated guests. A marquee structure can also be erected in the park for 150+ people.
Do we have to use the villa's catering?+
No. The venue operates an open supplier policy. You may arrange your own catering or request recommendations for trusted external caterers. Internal catering with tailored menus is also available.
How far is the venue from Florence?+
Villa di Corniola is 30 minutes from Florence city center by car, with easy train connections. Florence airport is 34 km away (35 minutes); Pisa is 52 km (40 minutes).
What is the minimum group size for a destination wedding booking?+
Destination wedding packages (venue + accommodation) require a minimum 2-night stay. Standard bookings begin at €8,500 for up to 30 overnight guests.
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