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.
Mercedes CountryHouse
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 in Faro, open May – August.
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.
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.
M&H Hvasti · read the whole review on Google →What the venue has put in writing.
Read from the venue's own pages, quoted where we can. Anything marked estimate is ours, from regional rates, and is not a quote. They say they host weddings here.
- Rooms
- 9 roomssource
- Sleeps
- 18 guestssource
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yessource
“Nine rooms means up to 18 guests sleeping on the property.”
“Nine rooms means up to 18 guests sleeping on the property.”
“Exclusive hire of the venue for up to 18 guests.”
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yessource
“Ceremonies, receptions, morning yoga, sunset drinks — the terrace works for all of it.”
- Kitchen on site
- Yessource
“Full catering service provided by Siam Authentic Cuisine.”
- Nearest airport
- FAO, 15 min by carestimate
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, relaxedsource
“An intimate wedding in the Algarve countryside, where the setting does most of the work.”
4 notes of our own.
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
Best held in May, June, July.
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.
How the weekend usually runs.
See the day-by-day outline+
Yours will be different, nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 15:00-18:00Guest arrival, check-in, welcome aperitif in gardens
- 20:00Welcome dinner in main dining hall
- 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
- 09:00-11:00Farewell breakfast; guest departure
Things worth knowing.
- Getting there
- FAO · 45-60 minutes
Guests fly into Faro Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-18,000
Final pricing requires site visit and menu consultation. Minimum 40-person catering applies.
See the full figure+
€8,000-18,000 for 75-person wedding with 2-night guest stay, ceremony, and reception dinner
- Ceremony fee
- Included with catering package
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
- Reception
- €65-95 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
See the full figure+
€65-95 (depends on menu selection and beverage tier)
- Room rate
- €90-150 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
See the full figure+
€90-150 per room (standard double); €140-200 (suite/upgrade)
- Weather window
- May – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
- Direct line
- 963 830 660
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources, not a quote from the venue. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
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.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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