Villa Michaela (già VillaNottolini)
Your guests arrive at Villa Michaela to find a working estate in rural Tuscany where they'll sleep under one roof for three nights, share meals prepared by the villa's own kitchen team, and attend ceremonies in a 70-seat chapel steps from the gardens.
- Guests
- 20–70
- Nearest airport
- PSA · 30–40 minutes by car
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Google rating
- 4.5 /5 · 74
Villa Michaela (già Villa Nottolini) is a villa destination wedding venue in Capannori, Italy, hosting 20 to 70 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei) (PSA), 30–40 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Villa Michaela (già Villa Nottolini) in Capannori, open June–September.
Your guests arrive at Villa Michaela to find a working estate in rural Tuscany where they'll sleep under one roof for three nights, share meals prepared by the villa's own kitchen team, and attend ceremonies in a 70-seat chapel steps from the gardens.
The entire property—17 rooms across two buildings, a dining hall with chandeliers, and private chapel—belongs to your wedding alone, with no other events competing for staff or space.
Rain simply becomes a non-issue: the dining room seats all 70 guests with room to spare.
We hosted our wedding here last year. And I am torn about leaving such a low rating but feel it is useful to feed back our experience. Villa Michaella is an extraordinary place. The Villa is so charming, the location is fantastic and the staff that made our event happen on the day were faultless. The food was good, the help was excellent and we had a wonderful time. Yes, the house has an old world charm and may feel a little antiquated, but we loved the feel of it, and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere that the building exuded. BUT the lead up to the big day was extremely difficult. Planning was nigh on impossible. And the main reason for this is that sadly the owner of the property is in no fit state to run the organisation. The owner desperately needs someone to help her with contracts and communication. We had UK based wedding planners who wanted to make sure things were organised ahead of time to avoid any unwanted surprises on the day. Their questions were mostly met with an eye roll and curt messages that would rarely yield the answers we needed. On several occasions the owner accidentally wrote very negatively about us on a joint whatsapp chat, for which there was never an apology. Any detailed questions about budget were dismissed and we were left keeping all fingers and toes crossed that this wedding would work out. I felt inclined to find a new venue on numerous occasions. After the event, the owner attempted to spring extra costs on us (corkage fee had never been mentioned) and then suggested that most people who celebrated at the Villa had no problem paying up. Neither did we, but transparency on all costs should really be a given. This place is held up by a fantastically loyal team of people who go the extra mile to make sure everything runs on the day. The owner is lucky to have them! We are very happy that the wedding worked out as well as it did, but the preamble was much more stressful than it needed to be. I recommend that the owner hands over the running of these events to someone who enjoys it and does the job well.
4 notes on the house.
On-site Oratorio dell'Annunziata chapel seats up to 70 for both civil and religious ceremonies
Complete accommodation for up to 39 guests (17 rooms in 2 buildings) included in exclusive-use rental
Weather-proof: 70-seat chandeliered dining room means no tent required or backup plan needed
In-house catering team; open supplier policy allows your own florist, photographer, musicians
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Villa Michaela (già Villa Nottolini).
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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.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival; check-in to rooms; welcome aperitivo in gardens or dining hall
- 19:30Welcome dinner in chandeliered dining room
- 08:00–10:00Breakfast service; guest relaxation time
- 15:00Ceremony in Oratorio dell'Annunziata chapel (70 seats)
- 16:00–17:00Aperitivo and photos in gardens
- 19:00Reception dinner in dining room or garden (weather permitting)
- 08:00–10:00Farewell breakfast
- 11:00Guest checkout
Things worth knowing.
PSA · 30–40 minutes by car
Guests fly into Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei).
€23,500
Exclusive-use pricing covers the entire property, chapel, and breakfast. Catering, beverages, flowers, music, and other services quoted separately. Open supplier policy; no mandatory vendor markups reported. Contact villa for 2026–2027 rate confirmation and catering menu pricing.
Included in exclusive-use rental
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
Variable—catering priced separately; in-house team available or BYOC / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€23,500 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we have a religious ceremony here?+
Yes. The on-site Oratorio dell'Annunziata accommodates both civil and religious ceremonies for up to 70 guests. Confirm requirements with the villa directly at http://www.villamichaela.com/
What happens if it rains on our outdoor reception?+
The 70-seat dining room with chandelier lighting serves as your indoor venue—no tent hire or contingency space needed. You can plan outdoor events knowing the villa has full capacity indoors.
Can we bring our own caterer?+
Villa Michaela operates an open supplier policy. You may bring your own vendors. The in-house catering team is available if preferred. Discuss specifics when booking.
How far is the villa from major airports?+
Pisa Airport is 25 km away (approximately 30–40 minutes by car). Florence Airport is 74 km away. Ground transfers can be arranged or hired independently.
Are there nearby hotels for overflow guests?+
Yes. Art Bar di Vorno and Il Villano di Vorno are both within walking distance. Villa Marta Hotel at Coselli is an 8-minute drive away.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility restrictions?+
No. The venue is not wheelchair accessible. Discuss any mobility needs with the villa team before booking.
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