IL CELLESE FARMHOUSE
Il Cellese is a working farmhouse hotel in Chianti's heart where guests arrive to Tuscan hills and leave having stayed under one roof, 10 rooms sleep 21 people across three nights minimum.
IL CELLESE FARMHOUSE is a hotel destination wedding venue in Castellina in Chianti, Italy, hosting 20 to 60 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence (Peretola) (FLR), 50 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About IL CELLESE FARMHOUSE
Il Cellese is a working farmhouse hotel in Chianti's heart where guests arrive to Tuscan hills and leave having stayed under one roof, 10 rooms sleep 21 people across three nights minimum.
The venue opens its doors year-round, handling ceremonies elsewhere while hosting receptions on-site with catering and suppliers chosen by you, backed by a 4.8-star rating from 51 guests who've married here.
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We had a great time here. Our room was spacious with incredible views. It is isolated and private along with your fellow guests, yet not inconvenient to local towns to visit or go to for shopping.
Bob Muse · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Sleeps up to 21 guests on-site in 10 rooms; ideal for 60 total wedding guests
- Exclusive-use venue with three-night minimum stay from €8,000 per night, plus daily breakfast and housekeeping included
- Open catering and supplier policy, hire your own chef, florist, and photographer without restriction
- Florence airport 50 minutes away; Pisa 1 hour 25 minutes for international arrivals
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- Afternoon / EveningGuests arrive from Florence or Pisa airport; check into Il Cellese rooms; welcome aperitivo and dinner at the farmhouse
- MorningBreakfast at the villa; guests explore Castellina in Chianti or nearby wineries
- AfternoonBride and groom preparations; guest arrival for off-site ceremony (Poggibonsi, Monteriggioni, or Colle Val d'Elsa)
- Late afternoonReception begins at Il Cellese; cocktails, dinner, dancing under tent (if needed)
- Morning / MiddayFinal breakfast; guest departures or extended stay for additional nights
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · 50 minutes
Guests fly into Florence (Peretola).
- Typical total
- €24,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
Exclusive-use pricing covers venue and accommodation. Wedding fee applies based on guest count (amount not disclosed publicly). Budget separately for catering, florals, photography, music, and tent rental if needed. Off-site ceremony logistics add minimal cost if using nearby civil registry.
See the full figure+
€24,000–€35,000+ for three nights + reception catering for 60 guests (catering cost variable)
- Ceremony fee
- €0–200Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
See the full figure+
Not held on-site; civil registry fees apply in Poggibonsi, Monteriggioni, or Colle Val d'Elsa (€0–€200 typical)
- Reception
- Not specified by venue; depends on your chosen caterer and menu / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
- Room rate
- €8,000 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
€8,000 per night for exclusive use (3-night minimum = €24,000 base), includes breakfast and daily housekeeping for up to 21 guests
- Weather window
- April, June – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 338 652 4653
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold our ceremony at Il Cellese?+
No, ceremonies are held off-site at nearby churches or civil registries in Poggibonsi, Monteriggioni, or Colle Val d'Elsa. Reception and accommodation happen at the farmhouse.
What if it rains during our reception?+
A tent rental is required for wet-weather protection. Coordinates with the venue to arrange this in advance.
Can we bring our own caterer and vendors?+
Yes. Il Cellese operates an open catering and supplier policy, meaning you select your own service providers.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The farmhouse is ideal for up to 60 wedding guests. On-site accommodation holds 21 people in 10 rooms.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility needs?+
No, the venue does not offer accessibility features. Discuss any requirements directly with management before booking.
When is the best time to book?+
Il Cellese accepts bookings year-round, so you can plan for your preferred season in Chianti with no closure dates.
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.