Destination Wedding Guide | Villa La Massa

Florence, Italy

In the enchanting Tuscan countryside, Villa La Massa offers an idyllic setting for your dream wedding. With its stunning location along the serene banks of the Arno River, this historical estate is surrounded by lush gardens, olive groves, and vineyards, creating a picturesque backdrop for your special day. Initially built in the 13th century as a country estate for a noble Florentine family and transformed into a luxurious hotel in the 1950s, Villa La Massa combines timeless elegance with modern comfort.

As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Villa La Massa boasts 51 luxurious rooms and suites spread across six buildings, each with unique charm. The Renaissance elegance of the Noble Villa, built in the 16th century and offering 21 rooms, is perfect for an intimate rehearsal dinner.

Encompassing 25 acres, Villa La Massa‘s gardens are adorned with vibrant blue agapanthuses and soft cream-colored peonies, which bring life to the lush green lawns. Meandering paths within the gardens all lead to the tranquil river.

Villa La Massa is enveloped in the vibrant hues and fragrances of olive groves, vineyards, and cypress trees stretching out as far as the eye can see.

With its unparalleled beauty, rich history, and bespoke services, Villa La Massa is the epitome of a romantic and unforgettable destination wedding venue.

The expansive Tuscan landscape stretches endlessly, featuring olive trees, vineyards, and cypress trees that imbue the scenery with their distinct colors and fragrances. The Mill is a 15th-century building featuring 9 rooms and another beautiful example of Villa La Massa’s Renaissance elegance.

With its 16th-century private chapel and extensive grounds, Villa La Massa is the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony.

Each corner of Villa La Massa reflects the Renaissance magnificence and opulent lifestyle of Florentine nobility. Since 1998, it has been a distinguished member of The Leading Hotels of the World and part of the Villa d’Este Hotels group.

Nestled along the Arno River in the heart of the Chianti wine region, Villa La Massa is located just a short drive (approximately 15 minutes) from the center of Florence.

You can take a brief trip to Florence to capture breathtaking bridal portraits amid the city’s enchanting atmosphere.

With its 19th-century frescoes, the Medicean Bar, nestled in the main villa, is an elegant and captivating lounge where you and your guests can have an aperitif or a cocktail prepared with Santa Maria Novella exclusive liqueurs.

If you’ve always envisioned a Tuscan wedding, basking in the warm, golden glow of the Chianti hills, enveloped by olive groves, blooming iris flowers, and majestic Cypress trees, then Villa La Massa is the perfect place to turn your dreams into reality.