Relais Masseria Sant'Elia
Located in Puglia's Valle d'Itria, this restored masseria (traditional fortified farmhouse) operates as a working hotel where couples can arrange ceremonies and receptions within authentic stone buildings dating back centuries.
Relais Masseria Sant'Elia is a hotel destination wedding venue in Martina Franca, Italy, hosting 40 to 180 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI), 1 hour. Best months: June, July, August, October.
About Relais Masseria Sant'Elia
Located in Puglia's Valle d'Itria, this restored masseria (traditional fortified farmhouse) operates as a working hotel where couples can arrange ceremonies and receptions within authentic stone buildings dating back centuries.
The venue sits on 265 hectares of countryside, offering guests both on-site accommodation and privacy for multi-day celebrations.
Practical advantage: having rooms available means wedding parties can extend festivities without coordinating external hotels.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
Very good food, served in great location.
Andreas Thomassen · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 9 rooms
Money
- Price
- €120 to €200 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BRI, 60 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Historic masseria structure with original stone architecture and courtyards spanning multiple centuries
- 265 hectares of private grounds with olive groves and countryside views
- On-site hotel accommodations allow guests to stay within the venue property
- Located in Martina Franca, center of the UNESCO-listed limestone trulli region
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at on-site hotel
- 9:00 AMWelcome breakfast in courtyard
- 4:00 PMCeremony in main courtyard or chapel
- 6:30 PMAperitivo and cocktail hour
- 8:00 PMReception dinner in stone dining hall
- MorningFarewell breakfast before guest departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BRI · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-15,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000-15,000+ depending on guest count, catering, and accommodation choices
- Ceremony fee
- €800-2,000Aisle estimate
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Contact venue (typically €800-2,000)
- Reception
- €60-100 a headAisle estimate
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€60-100 (estimated, based on Puglia region standards)
- Room rate
- €100-200 a nightAisle estimate
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€100-200 per room (estimated)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 080 440 0106
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Final pricing requires direct inquiry. Rates vary by season (peak summer vs. shoulder seasons). Multi-day packages may offer savings.
Questions about the venue
Can we have an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception?+
Yes. The property features multiple courtyards and stone buildings that accommodate both outdoor ceremonies and indoor receptions, with flexibility based on guest count and seasonal weather.
What's included with guest accommodations?+
The on-site hotel provides room options for wedding guests. Rates and included amenities vary; contact the venue directly for package details.
Is this venue suitable for destination weddings?+
Absolutely. The combination of hotel accommodations, restaurant facilities, and countryside setting makes it fully equipped for destination celebrations with 50+ guests.
What is the nearest city for flights?+
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport is approximately 50 km away. The drive to Martina Franca takes roughly 1 hour.
Could this be your venue?
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Rooms: 9 rooms
“Il tocco classico, la raffinatezza degli arredi, la semplicità degli spazi, uniti al calore della pietra e alle linee delle volte, diventano l’anima delle nove camere del Relais.”
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