Tenuta Donna Sandra is a restaurant destination wedding venue in LE, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Brindisi–Casale International Airport (BDS) (BDS), 45–60 minutes by car. Best months: April, June, July, August.
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Tenuta Donna Sandra rises from the Salento countryside near Veglie, offering sweeping views across rolling agricultural lands and olive groves that define this corner of Puglia.
Tenuta Donna Sandra in LE, open April, June – August.
Tenuta Donna Sandra rises from the Salento countryside near Veglie, offering sweeping views across rolling agricultural lands and olive groves that define this corner of Puglia.
The restored estate restaurant features stone architecture and manicured grounds that capture the region's rustic elegance while maintaining full-service dining and event infrastructure.
With over 30 years operating as a reception venue, the property delivers authentic Puglian hospitality without sacrificing contemporary comfort.
A charming place for any ceremony. Beautiful outdoor garden, welcoming indoor rooms. Charming in the evening... pleasant and comfortable during the day... And what about the excellent food? Quality, first and foremost. And friendly service.
Maria Giaffreda · 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.
- Seated dinner
- 260 guestssource
“Assegnando a ciascun tavolo da 8 fino a 12 posti a sedere, nella sala potranno accomodarsi fino a 260 ospiti, che potrai distribuire a tua scelta tra parenti, amici, colleghi di lavoro e altri invitati.”
- Kitchen on site
- Yessource
“I nostri cuochi hanno un’esperienza quarantennale nella gestione di menu per matrimonio: un’impeccabile preparazione e la qualità culinaria di ogni pietanza sono il nostro biglietto da visita più prezioso, assieme alla professionalità di tutto il nostro staff e a un servizio studiato e curato in tutti i particolari.”
- Price
- €100 to €160 per headestimate
- Nearest airport
- BDS, 60 min by carestimate
- Indoors or out
- Bothsource
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantestimate
“Le location di Donna Sandra vi consentono di organizzare il matrimonio spaziando tra i grandi spazi all’aperto, con i giardini curati all’interno dell’ampio parco, la sala esterna sotto il [gazebo](https://www.salaricevimentidonnasandra.it/location-matrimonio-il-gazebo/) coperto e la [Sala Oro](https://www.salaricevimentidonnasandra.it/location-matrimoni-sala-oro/) interna.”
4 notes of our own.
Located on SP 111 in Veglie, LE, heart of Salento wine country in southern Italy
Google rating of 4.5/5 stars from verified diners and event guests
Full on-site restaurant with regional Puglian cuisine and wine list
Countryside setting with 360-degree views of olive groves and farmland
Best held in April, June, July.
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How the weekend usually runs.
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Yours will be different, nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 18:00–22:00Welcome dinner or rehearsal gathering at restaurant (optional)
- 09:00–11:00Guest arrival; photos on grounds
- 11:30Ceremony in outdoor garden or covered pavilion
Things worth knowing.
- Getting there
- BDS · 45–60 minutes by car
Guests fly into Brindisi–Casale International Airport (BDS).
- Typical total
- €6,000–15,000+
Final pricing depends on guest count, menu selection, date, and add-ons (floral design, photography coordination, music). Contact venue directly for formal quote. Regional VAT (22%) applies.
See the full figure+
€6,000–€15,000+ for 50–80 guests (ceremony, reception, basic decor)
- Ceremony fee
- €500–1,200
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€500–€1,200 (outdoor grounds use)
- Reception
- €55–85 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€55–€85 per guest (food, beverage, service)
- Room rate
- €70–150 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€70–€150 per room (nearby hotels and agriturismos)
- Weather window
- April, June – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
- Direct line
- 328 219 9816
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.
What regions of Italy is Veglie in?+
Veglie is located in Lecce Province (LE) in Puglia, the heel of the Italian boot. It sits roughly 40km from the Adriatic coast and is central to Salento's wine and agricultural heritage.
Can you hold both ceremony and reception at Tenuta Donna Sandra?+
Yes. The venue operates as a full restaurant and event space with grounds suitable for ceremonies and indoor/outdoor reception setups. Arrangements are confirmed directly with management.
Is accommodation available on-site?+
Tenuta Donna Sandra is primarily a restaurant and event venue. Guest accommodations are sourced through partner hotels and agriturismos in Veglie and surrounding towns within 5–15km.
What cuisine style does the restaurant serve?+
The venue specializes in Puglian regional cuisine, featuring local ingredients, traditional pasta, seafood, and wines from Salento producers. Menus are customizable for wedding receptions.
What is the best time of year to marry at this venue?+
Summer (June–August) can be hot; winter events are possible but less common in the region.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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