Villa La Personala — Historic Elegance in the Heart of Emilia

Tagline: Celebrate love in a 12th-century villa, amidst the rolling hills of Emilia-Romagna — history, luxury, and authentic Italian experience.

Facilities & Hospitality

• Spaces & Capacity:
  • Indoor halls / salons: Several banquet/meeting halls; two large salons (≈ 200 seats each), a 100-seat hall, a restaurant hall of ~70 seats. 
  • Outdoor: Extensive gardens, park of 3,500 m², terrace, pool, and large grounds. Tensostructure available for events. 
  • Accommodation: Luxury suites, including in the restored ancient tower; a “Major Suite” with independent entrance and premium comfort (jacuzzi, private features) .

• Services:
  • In-house wedding & events planning. Customizable décor, menus, vendor coordination. 
  • Catering available; kitchens equipped to support in-villa and external catering. Out-of-hotel restaurant spaces, breakfast rooms etc.• Wellness & leisure amenities: outdoor pool, fitness room, massage cabin.

Wedding Experience & Territorially Rooted Appeal

• Romantic Ceremonies & Reception Options:
  Formal ceremony either indoors in elegant halls or symbolic / civil ceremonies outdoors in gardens or terrace. The presence of both indoor & outdoor spaces (including the tensostructure) allows flexibility for weather.

• Experience Anchored in Emilia-Romagna:
  • Gastronomy: local flavour experiences (Parma / Modena) — with emphasis on Emilia’s food excellence: Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar, Prosciutto. 
  • Motor Valley: possibility of experiences tied to Italy’s automotive heritage (e.g. supercars, tours) given proximity to Modena’s Motor Valley. 
  • Cultural & artisan experiences: boutique shopping, visits to local producers, tours of the historical towns; art & nature mix in the surroundings.

• Green & Sustainable Practices: Villa La Personala is developing “green weddings” with an approach that emphasizes sustainability: reduce waste, use local materials, nature-respectful restorations.

Practical Details & Logistics

• Accessibility:
  Modena is the nearest major city; airports like Bologna are accessible. The villa is located in the countryside near Mirandola, making travel by road straightforward; guests will typically stay in the villa suites or nearby hotels.

• Capacities & Layout Variability:
  Internal capacity up to ~ 300 guests for large halls; external tensostructure can host ~200 or more depending on configuration; outdoor gardens for ceremonies and receptions.

• Booking & Event Timing:
  Villa allows one private event per day. Evening receptions are permitted; the venue is elegant and staff is attentive. A newer wing “Sala dell’Incanto” has been added to offer more modern, glass-walled flexibility, further blending indoor/outdoor elements.

Signature Wedding Formats & Sample Itineraries

1. Grand Affair (200-300 guests)
   Ceremony under the gardens or in the outdoor tensostructure → large seated dinner in the main hall + terrace → party late into evening.

2. Elegant Medium Wedding (100-150 guests)
   Ceremony in garden or terrace → dinner indoors + cocktail reception outdoors → overnight stay in suites.

3. Boutique Destination Wedding (50-80 guests)
   Intimate villa use, with welcome dinner, full wedding day, post-wedding brunch. Flexible layout between indoor rooms, gardens, poolside.

4. Weekend Immersion
   Day 0: Arrival, welcome reception among gardens & terrace.
   Day 1: Wedding ceremony + dinner + late party.
   Day 2: Local experiences—food tastings, automotive heritage tour, visit nearby towns.

Why International Couples Should Pick Villa La Personala

• Combines ancient history and refined restoration — ideal for couples who want heritage and luxury.

• Versatility of spaces (indoor/outdoor) allows flexibility against seasonal/weather risks.

• Strong terrain/contextual identity: Emilia-Romagna is beloved for its food, wine, culture, Motor Valley — all elements appealing to international guests.

• Accommodation in-villa suites ensures immersive stay.