Zia Cathy's Country House is a hotel destination wedding venue in San Lorenzo I, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome (FCO), 90–110 minutes via car. Best months: April, June, July, August.
Zia Cathy's Country House
Guests arrive at a centuries-old country house in Viterbo's rolling countryside, greeted by stone archways and cypress-lined grounds.
About Zia Cathy's Country House
Guests arrive at a centuries-old country house in Viterbo's rolling countryside, greeted by stone archways and cypress-lined grounds.
From the moment you pass through the entrance, you're transported to a place where Italian rural tradition meets genuine hospitality, the kind where the owners actually know your names and remember how you take your coffee.
This is where weddings feel like intimate gatherings rather than productions.
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We got married on October 4th at Zia Cathy's Country & House, on a beautiful, sunny autumn day. We celebrated the civil ceremony among the trees and had lunch outdoors, immersed in a unique atmosphere.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FCO, 110 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located at 800 meters elevation in San Lorenzo in Viterbo, offering panoramic views across the Lazio countryside
- Family-run since the 1970s with established relationships to local artisans, farmers, and regional wine producers
- On-site accommodations mean guests wake up together the morning after, no scattered hotel check-outs
- Certified 4.7/5 Google rating based on verified guest experiences
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMEarly guests arrive; check into rooms; welcome aperitivo on the main terrace
- 10:00 AMFinal prep; guests gather in garden areas
- 12:00 PMCeremony begins in chapel or garden; 30–40 minutes
- 1:30 PMCocktail hour on terrace; passed appetizers and wine
- 3:00 PMSeated reception dinner; courses served over 2–3 hours
- 7:00 PM onwardDancing, toasts, dessert, mingling into the evening
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FCO · about 1 h 50 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome.
- Typical total
- €8,000–18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000–18,000 for 60 guests including ceremony, reception, and 1–2 nights accommodation
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
Depending on guest count and setup requirements
- Reception
- €55–90 a headAisle estimate
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€55–90 for multi-course catered meal (wine and service included)
- Room rate
- €90–160 a nightAisle estimate
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€90–160 per room based on season and room category
- 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
- 0761 599037
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Package rates available for groups booking 8+ rooms. Prices quoted are typical for Italian countryside venues in the Viterbo region; final numbers depend on menu selections, room nights, and guest count.
Questions about the venue
Can we sleep guests on-site?+
Yes. The property functions as a hotel with multiple rooms available for wedding parties. This keeps guests integrated into the experience rather than dispersed across the region.
What's the realistic guest count?+
The venue comfortably handles 20–150 people depending on ceremony and reception layout. Larger groups can use multiple terraces and adjacent halls.
Are there restrictions on catering?+
The property works with select local caterers and encourages regional cuisine. You're not required to use their kitchen exclusively, but partnering with their recommended vendors typically results in better logistics and pricing.
What's the weather like in different seasons?+
Spring (April–May) and fall (September–October) offer the most stable conditions. Summer heat can exceed 30°C. Winter requires heating arrangements and is less common for outdoor celebrations.
How accessible is the venue for elderly guests?+
The main buildings are accessible; however, some terraces involve stairs. Staff can direct guests to accessible routes and seating areas, discuss specific accessibility needs during planning.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.