Estate

Tenuta Carapace

06031 Bevagna PG, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi (PEG), 35–45 minutes

Tenuta Carapace sprawls across rolling Umbrian countryside near Bevagna, where vineyards and cypress-lined pathways command views of the Val d'Orcia. The 16th-century estate sits at elevation with stone buildings anchoring the landscape, their terracotta roofs catching afternoon light. Guests move between garden spaces and a working winery, the terrain itself becoming part of the ceremony and reception experience.

Highlights

Historic 16th-century estate with 35+ hectares of vineyard and olive groves
Google rating: 4.5/5 stars
On-site wine production; guests can tour cellars and taste estate wines
Multiple outdoor ceremony spaces with panoramic valley views
Accommodation available for 60+ guests in restored estate buildings and annexes

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportPEG

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Plan your wedding at Tenuta Carapace

Getting there

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi (PEG)

35–45 minutes to venue

Car rental

€40–70/day car rental

35–45 minutes · Rent at Perugia Airport and drive to Bevagna via SR75/E45. Scenic route; parking available at estate.

Private transfer service

€80–150 per trip

35–45 minutes · Book driver through estate or arrange independently; recommended for wedding day logistics.

Train + taxi

€15–25 train + €15–20 taxi

60–75 minutes total · Perugia Centrale to Bevagna station (~45 min), then taxi to Vocabolo Castellaccio.

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500–3,000 (venue rental for outdoor ceremony)

Reception (per guest)

€55–85 (food and beverage; wine included)

Accommodation (per night)

€90–180 (estate guest rooms; subject to availability)

Estimated total

€8,000–18,000 for 80 guests including ceremony, reception, and 1 night accommodation

Prices vary by season (peak: May–October). Off-season events may qualify for discounts. All-inclusive packages available; contact venue for custom quotes.

Sample wedding weekend

Wedding day

14:00Guest arrival; welcome aperitivo in the garden with estate wine

15:30Ceremony begins in vineyard or garden setting

16:30Cocktail hour; photo session amid cypress trees and terraces

18:00Seated reception dinner in estate dining room or marquee

22:00Dessert and dancing; optional bonfire or wine cellar tour

Following morning

09:00Farewell breakfast for overnight guests (estate dining room)

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity range?

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on ceremony and reception configuration.

Can we incorporate the vineyard into our ceremony?

Yes. Multiple outdoor spaces exist throughout the property, including dedicated areas within the vineyard and near the main residence.

Is accommodation on-site?

Yes. The estate offers guest rooms and cottage accommodations for overnight stays; inquire about block booking rates.

What is included in a typical package?

Contact the estate directly for package details. Services typically include space rental, catering coordination, and wine service; specifics vary by season and guest count.

What is the nearest airport?

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) is approximately 30 km away; Rome Fiumicino (FCO) is 180 km and offers more flight options.