As an intimate wedding photographer, I often look at airbnb listings for my couples and help them visualize their small wedding at some of these locations! These Florence area Airbnbs are perfect when looking for a place where your guests could stay with you, but the property is also equipped to host a ceremony, getting ready photos, and a fun space for a dinner! These are my 5 favorite properties in the Florence/Tuscany, Italy, area!

1. Villa with Beautiful Arched Windows

Guest Capacity: 12 People, 6 Bedrooms, 6 Beds

How to get there

Nearest airport: Florence

Drive time from Florence: 20min from Old Town

Why it’s great for an intimate wedding

This property has so much character and feels like a Tuscan escape! I love the big arched windows for getting ready photos, a small gazebo for a first look or to spend some time together soaking in the “just married” feeling. There’s space for a ceremony looking over the hills and plenty of patio space for a small dinner with your guests. Since its close to Florence, you can venture into the city for formal portraits or get fresh flowers for your wedding!

Notable features!

• Beautiful arched windows
• A pool
• Pets allowed
• Lots of patios and balconies
• Air Conditioning

Average nightly cost: $1,077 USD

Link to listing

2. Contemporary Villa with Tuscan Charm

Guest Capacity: 10 people, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

How to get there

Nearest airport: Florence

Drive time from Florence: About 1 hour

Why it’s great for an intimate wedding

This Villa is situated in the top of a vineyard and has beautiful modern touches that make your stay comfortable! It has a beautiful courtyard that could be used for a first look location or as a location to share a meal and dance floor with your guests. Unlike a lot of European stays, this place has updated bedrooms so every room is easily photogenic! 

Notable features!

• Pool
• Air Conditioning
• Beautiful Courtyard

Average nightly cost: $1,610 USD

Link to listing

3. Stunning Villa with a Perfect Pool

Guest Capacity: 16+ people, 10 bedrooms, 10 beds

How to get there

Nearest airport: Florence

Drive time from Florence: about 1 hour

Why it’s great for an intimate wedding

There are plenty of rooms for your guests to stay on site so you can celebrate with them for the whole weekend! The listing shows that there have been previous weddings here so the space is equipped to host yours! There’s also a beautiful kitchen, lovely outdoor space, and multiple balcony/patio spaces to have dinner, a first look, or dancing! 

Notable features!

• Large kitchen
• Multiple outdoor balcony/patio spaces
• Pool
• Vineyard or Woodsy themed ceremony space

Average nightly cost: $1,718 USD

Link to listing

4. A Literal Castle

Guest Capacity: 10 people, 5 bedrooms, 6 beds

How to get there

Nearest airport: Florence

Drive time from Florence: about 45min

Why it’s great for an intimate wedding

This castle is so pretty! Complete with classic medieval windows to a modern pool, this definitely makes a statement! The courtyard is to die for with its pointy arches where you can set up an outdoor reception area. There’s a chapel on the property if you’re interested in a religious element to your ceremony and you’re surrounded by castle views and vineyards. The interior is still bright and photogenic, but screams medieval castle with vast halls and a library! 

Notable features!

• Courtyards
• Pool
• Library
• Classic Castle vibes
• Air Conditioning

Average nightly cost: $1,356 USD

Link to listing

5. Villa on a Vineyard

Guest Capacity: 16+ people, 9 bedrooms, 15 beds

How to get there

Nearest airport: Florence

Drive time from Florence: about 45min

Why it’s great for an intimate wedding

This beautiful vineyard has the perfect set up for an intimate wedding! There’s a winery, space to set up tables, and many social spaces for dinner, dancing, and talking to your guests! They’ve hosted weddings before and are able to accommodate larger groups. The interior is a little dark, but overall the aesthetic is very tuscan and the yellow exterior gives a different feel from the classic rocky houses you typically come across.

Notable features!

• Winery
• Pool
• Pets allowed

Average nightly cost: $966 USD

Link to listing

Florence, Italy, Intimate Wedding Photographer

Hi! I’m Meghan, a photographer with multiple passports (dual citizen status!!) and I’d love to help you plan your dream intimate wedding! I’ve been in the industry for over 5 years and have traveled internationally since I was in diapers. I’m here to help craft an experience that reflects you and help you have a fun and stress free day! For more information on photography packages, head to my investment page!

*all images in this blog are not mine and are taken from the airbnb listings on the respective page