YOUR WEDDING AT VILLA LA MASSA
Whether it is a romantic Patrician Villa located on the shores of the River Arno in one of the most enchanting landscapes in the world, a lakeside venue or a picturesque country vineyard, destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular as more and more couples enjoy finding that special place to celebrate the most memorable moments of their lives. And what better than to be able to continue with your honeymoon almost straight after the ceremony? A scene set in the enchanting Tuscan country side with sheer amber hues, background music provided by the calm running waters of the Arno, olive groves, endless vineyards and Cypress trees... a place to reconvene with your loved ones and spend a few days in the warmth of one s own private country home with unparalleled levels of luxury service at your disposal. The perfect location for pre-wedding celebrations for the bride and her bridesmaids, relaxing and being pampered in the state of the art ARNO SPA, family and friends to enjoy an intimate ceremony in the XVI century chapel in the grounds of the villa, banquets and parties in the enchanting gardens or in the aristocratic rooms of the Villa and savouring delicious and traditional Tuscan food and wines. Villa La Massa is an epitome of beauty, history and heritage which combine to offer a truly elegant and modern Art of Living. WELCOME COCKTAIL Prosecco, Spritz & White Wine Ham canapés Salmon canapés Olive paté canapés Shrimp canapés Fresh cheese canapés Mini pizza Euro 20,00 per person, one hour of service Supplement Franciacorta Euro 5,00 per person Supplement Champagne Euro 10,00 per person Prosecco and fruit cocktail Ham canapés Salmon canapés Olive paté canapés Shrimp canapés Fresh cheese canapés Mini pizzas Small puff pastry with vegetables Small puff pastry with ham Polenta with blue-cheese Sausage and fresh cheese canapés Euro 26,00 per person, one hour of service
Fried delights Fried seasonal vegetables Olives Ascolana style Rice croquettes Salmon croquettes Fried capers Fried sage Mushroom fondue Supplement Euro 15,00 per person Seafood corner Octopus salad Seafood salad Tuna tartare Shrimp cocktail Oyster Fines de Claire (3 pcs per person) Supplement Euro 30,00 per person Tuscan cold cuts and cheese corner Cinta Senese ham Assorted cold cuts of Italian and Tuscan cheese Supplement Euro 20,00 per person RECEPTION The terrace overlooking the Arno river and the majestic hills of Chianti Rufina. The elegant rooms of the Villa: the Sala Corsini, Rinuccini or Limonaia. The suggestive cellar of XV century. The charming settings in the garden. Everything creates the perfect romantic atmosphere for your day. THE EXCLUSIVE RENTAL OF THE VILLA (STARTING FROM EURO 19.000,00) GUARANTEES THE POSSIBILITY TO USE THE SPACE WITH NO LIMITATIONS.
MENU Appetizers Lobster salad flavoured with green lime sauce Cinta Senese cold cuts with Tuscan croutons Seafood salad with seasonal citrus fruits Goose escalope of Liver with summer Truffle Chianina beef Carpaccio with soncino, summer truffle and Parmesan shavings Warm prawn and scallop salad served on Modena vinegar sauce Pigeon thigh and breast with mixed candied lemon Zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta cheese and seasonal vegetables, taleggio cheese sauce and black truffle shavings Shrimp tails and tomatoes, with cannellini beans cream flavoured with Tuscan olive oil First Courses Traditional ravioli served with a porcini mushroom sauce Homemade dumplings of ricotta cheese and spinach, fresh tomato and pecorino shavings Homemade garganelli pasta with lobster sauce Homemade cappellacci stuffed with pecorino cheese, courgette flowers and saffron pistils Pennette pasta with duck meat sauce and toasted pine nuts Risotto with seasonal vegetables, scallops flavoured with white butter Paccheri pasta with tomato sauce and seafood Trofie pasta with basil, garlic, pine nut sauce and clams Traditional Tuscan raviolo stuffed with ricotta cheese, egg yolk and pecorino fondue Seafood risotto Main Courses Beef fillet with aromatic herbs Glazed veal loin with Armagnac Veal chop in crust of porcini mushrooms Tuscan roast beef flavored with mustard Sea bass fillet Mediterranean style Turbot fillet with Italian Spumante Roasted loin of lamb with mint sauce Wild salmon steak with fennel Beef Mignon with seasonal truffle Chianina sirloin steak with black pepper and Chianti wine All main courses are served with seasonal vegetables Desserts Ricotta pie flavored with orange and wild berries Wedding cake at your choice Three chocolate mousse Wild berries tart Strawberry bavarian cake Tiramisù Zuccotto cake with sabayon and Vin Santo Mille feuille with strawberries or wild berries or chocolate shavings Selection of 4 courses Euro 110,00, water, coffee, friandises, Vat 10% and service included Selection of 5 courses Euro 130,00, water, coffee, friandises, Vat 10% and service included Selection of Wine From Agricola San Felice Winery: SAN FELICE Vermentino 2014 Chianti Classico 2012 Vin Santo 2007 Euro 20,00 per person IL CHIANTI Il Grigio 2011 Vigorello 2011 In Pincis 2004 Euro 35,00 per person MONTALCINO Rosso di Montalcino, Campogiovanni 2013 Brunello, Campogiovanni 2010 In Pincis 2004 Euro 38,00 per person THE BEST OF SAN FELICE Poggio Rosso 2011 Brunello di Montalcino, riserva Il Quercione 2008 In Pincis 2004 Euro 60,00 per person WE ARE AT YOUR DISPOSAL TO DESIGN SPECIAL MENUS ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS, PAIRED WITH WINES SUGGESTED BY OUR SOMMELIER. THE PRINTING OF THE MENU IS INCLUDED.
WEDDING CAKE The wedding cake is served on the terrace overlooking the river or in the gardens, accompanied by a flute of Champagne. We will be pleased to help you choose the wedding cake: our proposals start from Euro 280,00. OPEN BAR AFTER THE PARTY The open bar can be organized either inside or in the gardens of the Villa. Vodka & tonic Gin & tonic Bacardi & Coke Our wines Cocktails à la carte Euro 10,00 per person Euro 1.250,00 per 1 hour service up to 100 people
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CEREMONY Symbolic ceremony or blessing In civil style, celebrated by a non-religious officiant with no religious readings Euro 1.250,00 includes VAT 22% and the following services: Use of our location to host the ceremony Coordination of all the suppliers (florist, musician, celebrant, etc.) Assistance before and during the wedding day Ceremony with civil validity or both civil and religious validity (this does not require the couple to marry first in the Town Hall) In religious style, celebrated by a Protestant pastor with sacred readings. In civil style, celebrated by a non-religious officiant with no religious readings. American, Canadian, Australian Nationality: Euro 5.900,00 British Nationality: Euro 5.500,00 German, French, Austrian, Dutch, Irish Nationality: Euro 4.300,00 Italian Nationality: Euro 3.200,00 The above rates include VAT 22% and the following services: Procedures related to civil documents including legal document fees in Italy Procedures related to religious documents (for Catholic weddings only) Assistance at the Town Hall for the prenuptial agreement FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS We will be pleased to design with you the most suitable arrangements for your wedding: table centerpieces, flower decorations for the church or the location that you choose for your wedding. Interpreter during prenuptial agreement Interpreter during the ceremony (if necessary) Celebrant Civil marriage certificate valid at all legal effects released by the Town Hall (and religious certificate) Arrangements starting from Euro 25,00.
GENERAL INFORMATION A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Villa La Massa is located 8 km. from the historic center of Florence and 18 km from its international airport, surrounded by 9 hectares of gardens. THE ENCHANTED SUITES FOR YOUR WEDDING THE HONEYMOON SUITE with majestic windows facing the Arno river and the countryside, Renaissance atmosphere, four-poster bed, boiseries, precious tapestries, Iranian marble bathroom invites you to discover the art of living of the Florentine nobility. An oasis of romance. THE PRESIDENTIAL SUITE with its garden on the Arno. Linen and silk in shades of ecrù, ochre and Florentine red, terracotta floors, a majestic fireplace, for intimate romantic dinners. 37 rooms (double rooms and suites) Arno SPA Heated Outdoor pool Private parking Helipad Complimentary shuttle service from Hotel to Ponte Vecchio roundtrip every hour Limousine service Tennis Club located 500mt from the Hotel (free of charge for Hotel guests), 16 courts (both clay and synthetic courts) Bicycles available for guests Horseback riding within 5km Golf Club "Ugolino" located 10 km from the hotel, preferred green fees for Hotel guests. Wine cellar available for private wine tastings paired with regional specialities Cooking classes and Chef s garden tour with the Executive Chef Andrea Quagliarella upon request Bespoke experiences that can be arranged for guests by Villa La Massa: Reservations and tickets for museums: Uffizi, Accademia etc.. Guided tours of Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Siena etc.. Discover the Chianti wine region: vineyards, cellars, wines and olive oils Tastings THE PARCO SUITE is even more intimate with stunning views over the Arno river and the surrounding hills. A glamorous space, toned light gray, combined with interior touches of écrou, orange, velvets and silks and sandstone enlivened with the red typical Tuscany stonework. Enchanted atmosphere the background music is provided by the calm running waters of the Arno. Fresh fruit and champagne to toast at sunset.
TECHNICAL WEDDING SHEET Rentals: Il Verrocchio Restaurant Euro 2.000,00 up to 70 people Complimentary from 70 people Max capacity 80 persons banquet inside / 80 persons banquet outside Set up: round table for 8/10 person and oval table for bride and groom (from 2 to 12 persons) Sala Corsini Complimentary Max capacity 60 persons banquet / 100 persons cocktail Set up: round table for 8/10 persons and oval table for bride and groom (from 2 to 12 persons) Sala Rinuccini Complimentary Max capacity 50 persons banquet / 100 persons cocktail Set up: round table for 8/10 persons and oval table for bride and groom (from 2 to 12 persons) Sala Limonaia (Sala Corsini with Sala Rinuccini) Complimentary Max capacity 110 persons banquet / 200 persons cocktail Set up: round table for 8/10 persons and oval table for bride and groom (from 2 to 12 persons) The use of the private Chapel and the external spaces is complimentary Floral arrangements, musical entertainment and services not mentioned are subject to extra costs. The musical entertainment is subject to SIAE and time restrictions (midnight) Wedding Proposal Wedding ceremony in the private chapel of the Hotel Photo Shoot 3-course dinner, drinks and wedding cake included Minimum guaranteed number: 15 people Euro 295,00 per person Wedding and well-being proposal One night in a Junior Suite Top Fresh fruit and champagne in the room upon arrival Buffet breakfast at the Restaurant or continental breakfast in the room A Body scrub with Villa La Massa s olive oil per person, the day before the wedding A massage for the couple (at your choice) the day after the wedding Euro 1.123,00 per two persons Supplement for accommodation in Suite: Euro 200,00 INFORMATION: THE EXCLUSIVE RENTAL OF THE VILLA (STARTING FROM EURO 19.000,00) GUARANTEES THE POSSIBILITY TO USE THE SPACE WITH NO LIMITATIONS. Villa La Massa Reception Tel +39 055.62.61.1 - reservations@villalamassa.it www.villalamassa.com
The views of the Tuscan countryside, with sheer amber hues the background music is provided by the calm running waters of the Arno Romantic atmosphere and well-being allow the mind to drift and dream into oblivion.
Villa La Massa, Via della Massa 24 - Firenze - Candeli - Italy www.villalamassa.com