Your dream wedding may look a lot different than you imagined. Picture a mountain or a vineyard in the background and only your closest friends and family there to sharein this special day with you. What can be more memorable than that?! These unique places are what dream weddings are made of.
Machiavelli Villa at Mangiacane Estate in Tuscany, Italy
There’s a lot to love about this location. There is a beautiful countryside, amazing vineyards, intricate sculpture gardens and olive trees peppering the landscape. Each guestroom is filled with art and antique furnishings as well as terraces and marble bathrooms. Some suites even have Jacuzzis and butler service, which is perfect for any wedding party. The staff at Machiavelli Villa have a great deal of experience arranging weddings for high profile guests so they are very skilled at making a bride’s wedding a momentous experience. They can arrange for things like hot air balloon rides or fireworks displays.
Lake Front at Fairmont Chateau On Lake Louise
Located on the shores of Lake Louis, this venue features 1 and 2 bedroom suites that each have separate lounges. For those that want more, there are upgraded suites and club-level rooms. There are several eateries onsite as well as an indoor pool and spa. With the snow-capped mountain peaks as a background as well as the shimmery lake, this makes for a beautiful place to have a wedding. They can accommodate both small and large weddings and can go as simple or as elaborate as you’d like. One of the more popular wedding package is for those that want to elope. Guests can choose a ceremony in their room, in the meadows or somewhere offsite.
Adare Manor Castle & Golf Resort in Ireland
Most brides wouldn’t turn down a castle in Ireland as their wedding venue. The Adare Manor Castle is located on an 840 estate. Each room or suite has a fireplace, claw-foot bathtub and unique furnishings. For those that choose the self-catering villa or townhouse, they will have a full kitchen as well. Onsite there is a spa, golf course, indoor pool and formal gardens. Most of the property is currently closed for an extensive refurbishment project, but they will reopen in the summer of 2017. When they reopen, guests can take advantage of the addition of a ballroom that can hold around 350 guests
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria Sorrento, Italy
This 5-acre property dates back to 1834. It’s only about a 5-minute walk to Sorrento Cathedral and other popular attractions so it makes for the perfect spot to get married at for those that want a little privacy, but don’t want to be too far away from popular tourist attractions. Each room features either balconies or terraces that have sea or garden views. Guests can also enjoy the minibars as well as room service. There’s also a fitness center, spa and outdoor pool available for guests to use. Weddings are tailored exactly towards the bride and groom’s specifications. They have many different themes available and will arrange everything from the floral arrangements, wedding invitations, cake and music.
