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.
Tenuta Donna Sandra
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.
About Tenuta Donna Sandra
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.
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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 →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 260 guests
Money
- Price
- €100 to €160 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BDS, 60 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 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
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 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
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BDS · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Brindisi–Casale International Airport (BDS).
- Typical total
- €6,000–15,000+Aisle estimate
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€6,000–€15,000+ for 50–80 guests (ceremony, reception, basic decor)
- Ceremony fee
- €500–1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €55–85 a headAisle estimate
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€55–€85 per guest (food, beverage, service)
- Room rate
- €70–150 a nightAisle estimate
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€70–€150 per room (nearby hotels and agriturismos)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 328 219 9816
Answered by the venue in local hours.
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.
Questions about the venue
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.
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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
Seated dinner: 260 guests
“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.”
Read the source for seated dinnerIn-house catering: Yes
“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.”
Read the source for in-house cateringIndoors or out: Both
“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.”
Read the source for indoors or out