Mercedes Country House is a hotel destination wedding venue in Faro, Portugal, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FAO), 45-60 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.

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Mercedes Country House

Guests arrive at a sprawling Portuguese country estate where manicured gardens and traditional architecture create an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere genuinely special.

Guests
Up to 150 guests
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Rooms
9 rooms, sleep 18
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Cost
€8,000-18,000 total
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Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
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Season
Best weather May–Aug
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Getting there
FAO · about 15 min by car
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About Mercedes Country House

Guests arrive at a sprawling Portuguese country estate where manicured gardens and traditional architecture create an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere genuinely special.

Mercedes Country House offers the rare combination of rural tranquility with refined hospitality, allowing wedding parties to celebrate across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces while staying on-site.

With a 4.9/5 Google rating, it's become a trusted destination for couples seeking genuine Portuguese countryside elegance without compromise.

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A Quiet & Relaxing oasis! Spacious, very clean and well appointed rooms. Loved the pool for a dip after exploring the region. Enjoyed the rooftop patio with its views, perfect for a glass of wine in the evening or a morning coffee.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Staying over

Rooms
9 rooms
Sleeps
18 guests
Whole property to yourselves
Yes

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
FAO, 15 min by carAisle estimate

The spaces

Setting
Countryside, restored, relaxed

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Located in Faro, Portugal with 14+ hectares of private grounds featuring gardens, olive groves, and ceremony spaces
  • On-site accommodation allows guests to arrive Friday and depart Sunday without coordination headaches
  • Experienced team manages catering, setup, and logistics, couples report execution across 50-120 person celebrations
  • Multiple indoor halls accommodate weather changes; outdoor terraces overlook countryside views toward the Algarve

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 15:00-18:00Guest arrival, check-in, welcome aperitif in gardens
  • 20:00Welcome dinner in main dining hall
Saturday · day 02
  • 09:00-11:00Vendor setup, final coordination
  • 15:00Ceremony begins (garden or terrace)
  • 16:00-17:30Cocktail hour, group photos on grounds
  • 18:00-23:00Reception dinner, dancing, celebration
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00-11:00Farewell breakfast; guest departure

Costs and booking details

Getting there
FAO · about 15 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport.

Typical total
€8,000-18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-18,000 for 75-person wedding with 2-night guest stay, ceremony, and reception dinner

Ceremony fee
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Included with catering package

Reception
€65-95 a headAisle estimate
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€65-95 (depends on menu selection and beverage tier)

Room rate
€90-150 a nightAisle estimate
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€90-150 per room (standard double); €140-200 (suite/upgrade)

Weather window
May – August

The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.

Direct line
963 830 660

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Final pricing requires site visit and menu consultation. Minimum 40-person catering applies.

Questions about the venue

Can we bring our own vendors?+

Mercedes Country House works with an approved vendor list but accommodates external florists, photographers, and musicians with advance coordination. Discuss specifics during your initial consultation.

How far is the venue from Faro airport?+

Approximately 30-40 km (20-25 miles), roughly 45-60 minutes by car depending on traffic.

What's included in the accommodation rate?+

Guest rooms include breakfast. Wedding night suites and multi-night packages are negotiable based on group size.

Can we host a ceremony and reception on the same day?+

Yes. The estate offers multiple ceremony locations (gardens, terraces, indoor hall) allowing back-to-back celebration with time for guest transitions and photography.

What's the earliest we can access the venue for setup?+

Setup typically begins 24 hours before your event. Day-of setup starts 4-6 hours before ceremony time.

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