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Villa Gaudia

Villa Gaudia stands apart for its dual-purpose design: a 16th-century Tuscan property that functions as both intimate wedding venue and multi-night guest accommodation, eliminating the logistical burden of sourcing external lodging.

About Villa Gaudia

With 5 ensuite bedrooms sleeping up to 12 residents and capacity for 50 wedding guests, the villa operates as a self-contained celebration hub rather than a ceremony-only location.

Its in-house catering kitchen, paired with a roster of pre-vetted vendors, allows couples to execute destination weddings without the coordination complexity typical of traditional venues.

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Astonishing villa. Couldn’t ask for a better experience for me and my family (particularly good if you have kids).

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Getting there

Nearest airport: FLR, 30 min by carAisle estimate

The spaces

Setting: Countryside, historic, elegant

Venue highlights

Villa sleeps 10–12 guests in 5 double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms; additional accommodation available 5km away
Dual indoor ceremony spaces: Sala delle Colonne (170 seats) and Sala Limonaia (120 seats) for weather protection
Fully equipped kitchen with tiered menus: €200/person (up to 50 guests), €180/person (50–100), €160/person (100+)
Civil ceremony conducted 10 minutes away at Rignano sull'Arno; symbolic ceremony held on-site at San Pietro in Perticaia, 3km distant

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday evening · day 01

4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in to villa bedrooms; aperitivo on terrace

Saturday morning · day 02

10:00 AMLegal civil ceremony at Rignano sull'Arno municipality

Saturday afternoon · day 03

2:00 PMLunch at villa; guest rest period

Costs and booking details

Getting there: FLR · 30 minutes
Guests fly into Florence Amerigo Vespucci. Our team arranges every transfer.
Typical total: €16,800–22,000Aisle estimate
30% deposit required to secure date. Balance due 30 days pre-event. Wedding fee (€1,800) covers cleaning, furniture repositioning, and porter service. Menu pricing assumes all 40 guests dine on-site.
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€16,800–€22,000 for 40-person wedding with 3-night stay, catering, and services (excludes flowers, photography, music)
Ceremony fee: €0Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€0 (symbolic ceremony on-site); civil registration €2,027 (Rignano sull'Arno)
Reception: €160–200 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€160–€200 depending on guest count
Room rate: €10,000 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€10,000 for 3 nights (up to 10 people); €2,000 per 2 additional guests
Weather window: June – September
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
Direct line: 331 616 5160
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Questions about the venue

Can we host a legal wedding ceremony at Villa Gaudia?+

The villa accommodates symbolic ceremonies on its grounds. Legal civil signatures must occur at the municipal office in Rignano sull'Arno, 10 minutes away. Religious ceremonies can be arranged at San Pietro in Perticaia, a country church 3km from the property.

Are outside caterers and vendors permitted?+

Villa Gaudia has preferred vendors (florists, photographers, DJs, live musicians, pyrotechnicians) but does not require their use. Couples may source their own vendors, subject to villa approval.

What is the party time policy?+

Events conclude at 1:00 AM at no additional cost. Continued celebration beyond 1:00 AM is available at €150/hour.

How many guests can the villa accommodate?+

Maximum 50 wedding guests. On-site lodging fits 10–12 people; nearby properties (Fattoria di Pagnana, Fattoria Torre a Cona, Hotel Villa il Palagio, Resort 37) provide overflow options within 5km.

What are the rental and deposit terms?+

Venue rental for up to 3 nights: €10,000 (includes B&B for up to 10 people). Additional guests: €2,000 per 2 people. Wedding fee (cleaning, furniture arrangement, porter service): €1,800. Booking requires 30% deposit; balance due 30 days before the event.

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Last updated 4 September 2026

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Setting: Countryside, historic, elegant
“The exclusive, luxury Villa Gaudia is situated in the heart of the Tuscany countryside, a stone’s throw from Florence and all Chianti’s best known villages, the perfect place to spend your holidays in the heart of the relaxing landscape of the Tuscan hills, pampered by the exclusive professionalism of our staff.”
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