LaCastella
La Castella sits in the Piedmont countryside, where guests arrive to discover a working wine estate with multiple event spaces anchoring celebrations across its grounds and nearby properties.
- Guests
- 20–130
- Nearest airport
- TRN · 40 minutes
- Open season
- July – November
- Price range
- $$$
- Google rating
- 4.7 /5 · 297
La Castella is a hotel destination wedding venue in Villafranca d'Asti, Italy, hosting 20 to 130 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Caselle International Airport (Turin) (TRN), 40 minutes. Best months: July, August, September, November.
La Castella in Villafranca d'Asti, open July–November.
La Castella sits in the Piedmont countryside, where guests arrive to discover a working wine estate with multiple event spaces anchoring celebrations across its grounds and nearby properties.
The 110-square-meter barn hosts receptions for up to 120 seated guests, while stone cellars and a dedicated festa hall accommodate ceremonies and aperitifs in any weather.
On-site civil ceremonies, a church 100 meters away, and accommodation for 22 people across two residences mean your entire party can stay together.
Beautiful Villa! Great view
4 notes on the house.
Up to 130 guests across outdoor and covered venues; barn capacity: 110 sqm for 120 seated
On-site civil ceremony capability plus Chiesa dei Santi Sant'Antonio Abate within 100 meters
Palazzo Campia residence accommodates 16 guests 5 minutes away; La Castella holds 6 more on-property
Full weather protection: 110-sqm barn, cellar event space, and 70-sqm Salone delle feste for aperitifs
Best held in July, August, September.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at La Castella.
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How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- Afternoon/eveningGuests arrive; check-in at La Castella on-site rooms and Palazzo Campia. Welcome drinks on the grounds or in Salone delle feste.
- 10:00 AMCeremony at Chiesa dei Santi Sant'Antonio Abate (100 meters away) or civil ceremony on-site.
- 11:30 AMAperitifs and photographs in Salone delle feste (70 sqm) or on the grounds.
- 1:00 PMSeated lunch reception in the barn (110 sqm, up to 120 guests).
- 8:00 PMEvening party; dancing and late-night celebrations. Transition to cellar or barn as needed.
- MorningBreakfast and guest departures.
Things worth knowing.
TRN · 40 minutes
Guests fly into Caselle International Airport (Turin).
€8,000
Venue rental and catering are separate. La Castella does not publish fixed pricing; contact directly for quotes. Budget should include external catering, accommodation at both properties, and any décor or florals. Weekend and high-season rates likely higher.
Enquire with venue
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
Enquire with recommended caterers / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
Enquire for rates at La Castella and Palazzo Campia / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
July – November
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.
What indoor spaces are available for bad weather?+
The property offers three primary wet-weather venues: a 110-square-meter barn on the first floor (seats 120 for meals), a cellar suitable for ceremonies, and a 70-square-meter Salone delle feste for aperitifs. All feature air conditioning.
Where do guests stay?+
La Castella has on-site accommodation for 6 guests (3 rooms between the Depandance and Casottino). Palazzo Campia, a separate property 5 minutes by car, houses 16 more guests across 6 rooms. Total: 22 people across both properties.
Can we hold the ceremony at La Castella?+
Yes. Civil ceremonies take place on-site. A Catholic church, Chiesa dei Santi Sant'Antonio Abate, stands less than 100 meters away for religious services; two additional churches are nearby in Villafranca d'Asti and Cortazzone.
Do you have catering in-house?+
La Castella works with external caterers. The venue maintains a list of recommended suppliers and places no restrictions on vendor selection.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Caselle International Airport in Turin is 40 kilometers away, approximately 40 minutes by car. Milan Malpensa International Airport is 100 kilometers away, roughly 1 hour 10 minutes by transfer.
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