Quinta Vale da Carva is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Mafra, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS), 45–60 minutes. Best months: May, July, August, September.

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Quinta Vale da Carva

Guests arrive down a winding Portuguese country road to discover Quinta Vale da Carva, a working estate restaurant where ceremony and reception unfold across vineyards and stone terraces.

Guests
Up to 150 guests
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Cost
€90 to €160 a head
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Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
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Season
Best weather Jul–Sep
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Getting there
LIS · about 1 h by car
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About Quinta Vale da Carva

Guests arrive down a winding Portuguese country road to discover Quinta Vale da Carva, a working estate restaurant where ceremony and reception unfold across vineyards and stone terraces.

The restaurant's own kitchen means your celebration tastes like the land itself, local wines, seasonal ingredients, and dishes prepared steps from where you're dining.

With 4.6/5 Google ratings, this venue proves that destination weddings here balance rustic authenticity with genuine hospitality.

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Amazing place for wedding or other venues. Very well maintained and a lot of options how to do your venue. Lovely location.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

The ceremony

Legal ceremony on site
Yes
Chapel on site
Yes

Money

Price
€90 to €160 per headAisle estimate

Getting there

Nearest airport
LIS, 60 min by carAisle estimate

The spaces

Setting
Countryside, restored, elegantAisle estimate

Venue highlights

  • Working quinta (estate) with on-site vineyard and agricultural grounds for ceremony backdrops
  • Restaurant kitchen operated by the venue, food sourced and prepared on property
  • Located in Mafra region, 30km northwest of Lisbon, easily accessible for international guests
  • Outdoor and covered dining spaces accommodate 20–150 guests across multiple configurations

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A sample wedding weekend

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Day of event · day 01
  • 14:00Guest arrival, welcome reception in vineyard or terrace area
  • 15:30Ceremony (outdoors or in covered pavilion)
  • 16:30Cocktail hour on estate grounds while tables are set
  • 17:45Guests move to restaurant dining area; first course served
  • 20:30Dessert, toasts, and evening dancing or informal celebration
  • 23:00Event concludes; guests depart or travel to nearby accommodation

Costs and booking details

Getting there
LIS · about 1 h by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport.

Typical total
€3,500–9,000+Aisle estimate
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€3,500–€9,000+ for 50–80 guests (ceremony, reception, basic beverages)

Ceremony fee
€500–1,500Aisle estimate
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Typically included with catering package or €500–€1,500 (confirm with venue)

Reception
€50–90 a headAisle estimate
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€50–€90 depending on menu and beverage selections

Room rate
€60–150 a nightAisle estimate
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Not available on-site; nearby hotels €60–€150/night

Weather window
July – September

The months the weather is kindest, with May mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.

Direct line
926 883 474

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Prices are estimates and subject to seasonal demand, menu choices, and wine packages. Contact venue directly for a tailored quote. Weekend rates typically higher than weekday events.

Questions about the venue

Can we customize the menu?+

Yes. The on-site restaurant works directly with couples to design menus around seasonal Portuguese ingredients and your preferences.

Is there accommodation at the venue?+

Quinta Vale da Carva does not offer lodging. However, Mafra has several hotels and rural accommodations within 5–15km, plus easy access to Lisbon hotels 45 minutes away.

What's the weather like for an outdoor ceremony?+

Summer can be hot; winter is mild but rainy. The venue has covered areas as backup.

How far is this from Lisbon airport?+

Approximately 40km (25 miles) north. Travel time is 45–60 minutes by car, depending on traffic.

Do you handle full event planning?+

The restaurant manages catering and venue logistics. Most couples hire an external wedding planner or coordinator for florals, photography, and ceremony details.

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