Bride and groom holding hands and walking through an orchard, with the bride in a white gown trailing a long veil.

Summer Wedding at Villa Montanare, Tuscany

Villa Montanare, with its timeless allure and incredible views of Tuscany, was the perfect choice for Holly and Luke’s intimate wedding celebrations, planned beautifully by Benedetta. Its tranquil ambiance and rustic charm provided the ideal setting for their celebrations.

The festivities commenced with a charming welcome dinner, where guests enjoyed wood-fired pizzas and drinks while soaking in the sunset the night before the wedding.

On the morning of the wedding Holly and Luke got ready at the villa before their guests arrived to enjoy drinks on the terrace. Holly’s hair and makeup was beautifully done by Flavia before she got dressed into her stunning Made With Love Dress from Lauren Francis Bridal. Their ceremony took place on the upper terrace, which has beautiful panoramic views of the rolling Tuscan hills. They had a lovely personal ceremony held by Luca of Wedding Celebrants Italy.

Following the ceremony guests indulged in a drinks reception on the terrace accompanied by authentic Italian antipasti by Preludio Noleggi. Dinner was served under the shade of ancient olive trees. The dining tables were adorned with beautiful white florals by Rebel Rebel Italia, and Stationery by Pralines and Prints.

Just as the speeches began under the olive groves, a rain shower came over, but added such a special sense of magic as everyone took shelter under umbrellas and enjoyed the speeches. Soon, the skies cleared, unveiling the most incredible sunset, under which everyone enjoyed further toasts and a traditional mille feuille dessert. The evening then carried on into the night as Holly and Luke partied the night away under the stars on the terrace with music from Music&Co.

If you’re considering Villa Montanare for your destination wedding in Tuscany then please reach out, I’d love to chat further

Team: Photography: Chloe Ely Photography • Venue: Villa Montanare • Wedding Planner: Benedetta Gori • Florals: Rebel Rebel Italia • Dress Designer: Made with Love Bridal • Groom suit: Hugo Boss • Flower Girls outfit: Laura May Bridal • Brides shoes: Rainbow Club • Rings: Pravins • Menus and Stationery: Pralines and Prints • Dress Boutique: Lauren Francis Bridal • Catering & Mille Feuille: Preludio Noleggi • DJ: Music&Co • Hair and Makeup by Flavia Barrale • Celebrant: Luca – Wedding Celebrants Italy

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