Photo Courtesy of Castello di Velona
Photo Courtesy of Castello di Velona
Photo Courtesy of Castello di Velona
Photo Courtesy of Castello di Velona
Photo Courtesy of Castello di Velona
When we were young girls, we often fantasized about being princesses. We would play dress up with gowns, high heels and makeup as we let our imagination soar. We adored fairytales like Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella because at the end of the day, they were rescued by their Prince Charming and whisked away to a grand castle where they lived happily ever after. You, too, can have this storybook ending on your magical and enchanting wedding day. As you walk down the aisle and say “I do,” to the man of your dreams, your very own Prince Charming, you will feel like royalty in your breathtaking gown, beautiful makeup, and perfect high heels. The last aspect to make your fairytale come to life is being carried off into the night to a wonderful castle. Let The Tuscan Wedding assist you in making your dreams come true. The castle we specifically adore is the Castello di Velona. There is a very intimate, nature-filled, and elegant surrounding to the castle. It is located in the midst of the Val d’Orcia’s natural reserve. The Montalcino Pienza, San Giminiano, Bagno Vignoni, Montepulciano, Monte Oliveto, Monteriggioni, and Sant’Antimo Abbey are some fantastic places to visit while staying at the castle. A brief history about this monumental landmark is that it dates back to the 11th century. Most records show this castle during the Renaissance period where it was used as a villa. This entire castle is a piece of art with a magnificent library built with an opulent medieval style. In the 1990s, the castle was discarded and left in complete shambles. It was later bought by a private owner who begun the restoration and renovation moving the castle into the 21st century. The original architecture was kept intact so that new visitors are be able to see this breathtaking structure A few years ago in 2011, they opened a spa resort and winery for all of the guests to enjoy and indulge in. This castle accommodates a variety of occasions with over 40 rooms and suites. There is a stunning terrace where guests can soak in the warm sun and beautiful nature surrounding them. Additionally, they’re a several wonderful dining options for you to choose from. There is a cloister, Taverna Al Vigonene, Restaurant Abbazia, and pool bar. All of these delicious places serve scrumptious meals and traditional Italian delicacies. Planning your wedding at this establishment will be easy and simple with the help of the staff who are highly detail oriented and are ready to help serve you on your special day. They specialize in assisting to find the perfect menu, floral arrangements, and selecting the right entertainment for the night. This elite castle will leave your guests stunned by the splendor of the Tuscan country. Castello di Velona is a perfect castle for a wedding venue that we, The Tuscan Wedding, highly suggest you consider to accommodate you and up to 120 guests on your big, beautiful, and magical wedding day.
