Romantic Italian Weddings at Villa Fontana

Come to a special place for that special day.  Step by step, come with us on the path to an extraordinary wedding: we'll help you make it just the way you want, a dream wedding in Italy.

*Wedding planners and event coordinators: Ian and Gabriella McCarthy, assisted by Carlo and Daniela Pettinelli, villa owners, and Giampiero and Daniela Funari, hoteliers. 

* The paperwork required for getting married in Italy may initially seem very confusing. We can help you with all the translations necessary and cut through all the bureaucracy so that a wedding in Italy will be no more difficult than in Birmingham or Brighton..

*Ceremony: for the civil ceremony of the wedding, we recommend Palazzo Monti in the mediaeval main street of Santa Vittoria, Le Marche. Civil marriage ceremonies can be held here on arrangement with the Council. Or you can choose a Catholic wedding in the large baroque Collegiate Church in the village. We can also arrange Protestant, Humanist, Universalist or other religious weddings.

*Floral arrangements: some brides require a small bouquet, while others want the entire church custom-designed in a fantasy of flowers to suit the color scheme for thier wedding. The choice is yours, we can either create something unique or follow your request.

*Reception: catering at the Hotel Farfense, one of the best restaurants in the area, or in a marquee at Villa Fontana. We can offer wedding receptions starting from modest budgets to arrive at the most lavish. Certain couples prefer only an intimate champagne luncheon for two while others request a twelve-course wedding banquet for 100. Menu printing, wine lists, and seating arrangements are just a few of the details involved in selecting a reception. Whether you decide on a simple champagne luncheon for two in the garden of the Villa or in a frescoed chapel, or have your heart set on celebrating with a magnificent reception in the grounds, our staff will work with you on:

• Table Arrangements and Settings
• Color scheme
• Centerpieces
• Menu printing and menu selection
• Wine list
• Finding the right venue

*Maximum number of seats in the garden around the villa: 200 people

*Wedding cake:

*Music / entertainment / piano bar / string quartet: here too, the list is endless and depends entirely on your budget and taste.

*Outside events only: umbrellas and outdoor chairs included in the price of the menu.   

*Photographer: we know and work with professionals from around the area, offering packages for all budget ranges, from a deluxe package complete with a hand-stitched leather album to a more modestly priced but equally professional service. Our packages include several B/W photos as well as color. The pictures are a large-format type, in various sizes. Couples on a budget can opt for amateur photographers and save a considerable amount of money.

Professional photographer: 60 large-format photos taken in various key places around the village, including panoramic shots and historical sights.

*Video: any format can be handled (VHS, PAL or other). Our professional video staff is artistic and creative, and our videos are top quality.

*Wedding favors: a unique service we provide is the opportunity of giving a gift to your wedding guests. This is a tradition here in Italy and can range from a $3.00 confetti creation in tulle to a more extravagant silver gift box. There are literally thousands of possibilities for every color scheme, taste and budget.

*Beauty: hairdresser and makeup artists will come directly to the Villa.

*Accommodations for guests: a selection of houses or villas are available in the immediate vicinity for family and relatives. We can put you in contact or locate the appropriate rental property for your size party.

* Transportation: upon request, we can also make arrangements for antique or luxury cars, such as a Mercedes or BMW.

Contact us for more information.