Villa Lumia is an estate destination wedding venue in Acireale, Italy, hosting 40 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 45-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Villa Lumia
Villa Lumia, built in 1847 on the slopes of Mount Etna, began as a noble Sicilian residence before undergoing meticulous restoration to become a premiere destination wedding estate.
About Villa Lumia
Villa Lumia, built in 1847 on the slopes of Mount Etna, began as a noble Sicilian residence before undergoing meticulous restoration to become a premiere destination wedding estate.
The villa retains its original architectural grandeur while offering modern event infrastructure across its 8-hectare grounds.
Today it is one of Sicily's most distinguished venues, hosting 40-50 weddings annually.
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We were there for a graduation party. The garden where the party was held was truly beautiful. It was lovely to dine among the cool trees. There was plenty of space for dancing on a different level than the garden.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Built 1847; original frescoed ceilings and marble staircases preserved during 2008-2012 restoration
- 8 hectares of manicured gardens with panoramic Mount Etna and Ionian Sea views
- On-site accommodation: 12 suites across villa and adjacent guest houses (renovated 2015)
- Two ceremony locations: Renaissance chapel (60 guests) and garden gazebo (120 guests)
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in at villa suites; welcome aperitivo in garden
- 8:00 PMRehearsal dinner at villa (optional; €45/head)
- 11:00 AMCeremony in chapel or gazebo
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €35,000-55,000Aisle estimate
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€35,000-55,000 for 100-guest wedding (ceremony + 5-hour reception + avg 2 nights accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,800-4,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €125-180 a headAisle estimate
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€125-180 (food, beverage, service, décor)
- Room rate
- €280-450 a nightAisle estimate
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€280-450 (12 suites; availability for 30-40 guests maximum)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 347 548 7616
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Ceremony and reception packages available with 10% discount. Estate wine service separate (€35-60/head). Floral, photography, music typically arranged through approved vendor list.
Questions about the venue
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
Villa Lumia accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions, with 60-person maximum in the on-site chapel.
Are accommodations included?+
The venue offers 12 suites on-property available exclusively to wedding guests at €280-450/night depending on room type and season.
What months are available for bookings?+
Villa Lumia is available April through October.
Can we host our ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The Renaissance chapel or garden gazebo serve ceremonies, with reception spaces accommodating full sit-down dinners for up to 150 guests.
Do you provide catering?+
In-house culinary team manages all food service; menus emphasize local Sicilian ingredients and estate-produced wines (€95-160/head for reception dining).
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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.