VillaLumia
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.
- Ceremony
- 40 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- CTA · 45-50 minutes
- Open season
- June – October
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.2 /5 · 129
Villa Lumia is a estate destination wedding venue in Acireale, Italy, hosting 40 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 45-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Villa Lumia in Acireale, open June–October.
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 stands as one of Sicily's most distinguished venues, hosting 40-50 weddings annually.
Wonderful place, delicious food!
4 notes, from the desk.
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)
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Villa Lumia.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 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
Things worth knowing.
CTA · 45-50 minutes
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€35,000-55,000
Peak season (May-Sept) charges 15-20% premium. Ceremony and reception packages available with 10% discount. Estate wine service separate (€35-60/head). Floral, photography, music typically arranged through approved vendor list.
€2,800-4,200
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€125-180 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€280-450 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – October
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
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. Peak season (May-September) books 14-18 months in advance.
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).
Hold dates at Villa Lumia.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.