Island Residence
Your guests arrive by private boat to a sun-drenched Aegean estate where whitewashed terraces overlook the Cycladic sea.
Island Residence is an estate destination wedding venue in Vari, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), 45–60 minutes to port + 20–40 minutes by private boat to estate. Best months: June, July, August, October.
About Island Residence
Your guests arrive by private boat to a sun-drenched Aegean estate where whitewashed terraces overlook the Cycladic sea.
At Island Residence, they experience Greek island life unfiltered, moving between candlelit dinners on cliff-edge platforms, swimming in crystalline waters accessible directly from the property, and gathering in galleries where contemporary art punctuates every courtyard.
This is a working artist's retreat that becomes your celebration, where 72 square meters of living space expand into infinite horizon.
Ask about a date.
Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
I attended a wedding here the place was breathtaking!
Jennifer Lanier · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ATH, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Direct sea access with private swimming platforms and boat dock on property
- On-site contemporary art installations throughout multiple indoor and outdoor galleries
- Capacity for up to 150 guests across interconnected terraces with 360-degree Aegean views
- Professional kitchen facilities and dining areas designed for multi-day events and custom catering
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.
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival by boat; check-in and welcome reception on lower terrace with local wines
- 7:00 PMCasual dinner and gallery tour; bonfire on beach level
- 10:00 AMOptional morning swim and light breakfast on cliff terrace
- 5:00 PMCeremony on main terrace overlooking the sea
- 6:30 PMCocktails and aperitivo around the art installations
- 8:00 PMMulti-course dinner and dancing under stars
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch on terrace; guest departures via boat by 2:00 PM
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ATH · 45–60 minutes to port + 20–40 minutes by private boat to estate
Guests fly into Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.
- Typical total
- €15,000–40,000+Aisle estimate
Multi-day packages and group accommodations offer better per-head rates. Boat charter costs are one-time and scale favorably for larger parties.
See the full figure+
€15,000–40,000+ for a 50-guest wedding (3-day event, on-site accommodation, catering, and boat transfers)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,500–4,500Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
See the full figure+
€2,500–4,500 (off-season) / €4,000–6,500 (peak season)
- Reception
- €85–150 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
See the full figure+
€85–150 (depending on catering package and season)
- Room rate
- €300–600 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
€300–600 within estate per room; village partnerships €100–250
- Weather window
- June – August, October
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 21 0892 5109
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How do guests arrive at the venue?+
Guests are transported by private boat from the nearest port. The estate has a dedicated dock and swimming platforms for direct water access. Airport transfers to the port are arranged through the venue's preferred transport partners.
What is included in the estate rental?+
The venue includes indoor and outdoor event spaces, the kitchen, art gallery areas, terraces, and direct sea access. Accommodation for a portion of guests is available within the estate; additional rooms are sourced through local partnerships.
What is the minimum guest count?+
The venue accommodates a minimum of 20 guests and a maximum of 150 guests for ceremonies and receptions.
Can we bring our own caterer?+
Yes. The estate provides full kitchen facilities. The venue works with approved local caterers and can accommodate external vendors with advance coordination.
What is the best season for a wedding here?+
The venue operates year-round but shoulder seasons provide fewer crowds on surrounding islands.
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.
Similar venues nearby
Other wedding venues
- Istoria Beach, a Member of Design Hotels, SantoriniPerissa 847 03, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- Ivis 4 Boutique Hotel & RestaurantAthina 105 54, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- Ixia DreamIalisos 851 01, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- Κτήμα JockeyAcharnes 136 71, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- JW Marriott Crete Resort & SpaMarathi 73500, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- Kafedena's VillageMikonos 846 00, Greece, GreeceAlso in Greece
- Κτήμα Απέραντο Γαλάζιο - ΧρυσοβιτσιώτηKalopigado 190 01, Greece, GreeceAnother estate
Weighing Island Residence against the field?
Answer four questions, budget, season, guest count, feel, and a shortlist of comparable houses comes back in about a minute. No sign-up needed.
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.