Tenuta di Papena is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chiusdino, Italy, hosting 20 to 100 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR), 1.2 hours. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Tenuta di Papena
Tenuta di Papena occupies a hilltop property in the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO-protected landscape of clay hills and cypress-lined roads near Chiusdino in southern Tuscany.
About Tenuta di Papena
Tenuta di Papena occupies a hilltop property in the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO-protected landscape of clay hills and cypress-lined roads near Chiusdino in southern Tuscany.
The 20-room estate hotel functions as a self-catering property with optional meal service, offering guests direct access to the countryside while maintaining the structure's medieval stone architecture and naturally cool interiors.
Wedding ceremonies take place on the grounds or at nearby sacred sites, the Chapel of Montesiepi or the Abbey of San Galgano, each within 6 kilometres.
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Attended a wedding and stayed for a few nights. The owners are fantastic and the views are gorgeous.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 72 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, relaxedAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Sleeps 20 adults and 4 children on-site; additional accommodation for up to 70 guests available 7–8 km away
- Maximum 100 wedding guests; 50-person indoor capacity for wet-weather contingency
- Open April through October; high season (July–August) runs €7,750–€10,550 (2026) for 3–7 nights
- Two nearby civil ceremony venues: Abbey of San Galgano (6 km) and Chapel of Montesiepi (6 km)
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/eveningGuest arrival; welcome drinks in the gardens or courtyard
- MorningRehearsal and hair/makeup preparation
- AfternoonCeremony at Chapel of Montesiepi or Abbey of San Galgano (6 km away)
- EveningReception dinner on the grounds; dancing into the night
- All dayBreakfast; guest activities (wine tours, village visits, pool); farewell lunch
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · 1.2 hours
Guests fly into Florence (Amerigo Vespucci).
- Typical total
- €10,000–14,500Aisle estimate
Pricing is per property (20 adults + 4 children), not per person. Additional guest accommodation nearby costs extra. Flexible meal options lower catering expenses compared to fixed packages.
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Weekend wedding for 50 guests with 4-night stay: €10,000–€14,500 (accommodation + self-catering or meals)
- Ceremony fee
- Included in accommodation ratesAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Included in accommodation rates (on-site); Abbey of San Galgano or Chapel of Montesiepi arranged separately
- Reception
- Depends on catering choice; self-catering or à la carte menu on request / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
- Room rate
- €2,287–2,717 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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2026: €2,287–€2,717 (3–7 nights, mid-season); €2,583–€3,050 (high season). 2027: €2,500–€3,043 (mid-season); €2,950–€3,286 (high season)
- Weather window
- June – August, November
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 339 158 7997
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Does the venue have air conditioning?+
No, but the building is very old and naturally cool, maintaining comfortable temperatures year-round.
Can we hire our own caterer?+
Yes. The property operates on a self-catering basis, but all external suppliers are welcome. Meals can also be provided on request.
Is the property accessible for guests with mobility needs?+
One apartment is wheelchair-accessible, and all outdoor areas are accessible. Contact the venue directly about other accessibility requirements.
What is the nearest airport?+
Florence Airport is 1.2 hours away; Pisa is 1.5 hours. Car rental is the most practical transport option from either airport.
When is the venue available?+
Tenuta di Papena operates from April through October only. Winter bookings are not available.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.