Discover my ten all-time favourite places for an intimate wedding.
When planning a wedding, choosing the place to exchange vows can be a tough decision. Let’s face it, this is one of the most important details of the entire ceremony and can change everything about it.
While some dream about a big wedding, with thousands of guests, at their hometown or nearby, others prefer to keep it simple and small, with only your closest family and friends. And you know what is the best part of choosing to have a smaller and intimate wedding? You can say “I do” in some dreamy locations like the ones I will tell you about below.
So, let’s travel together in the next few minutes?
10 Unique Places for an Intimate Wedding
#1. Msseria Moroseta (Ostuni, Italy)
Photos by @masseriamoroseta
If you love Italy as much as I do, you surely can’t miss Masseria Moroseta. This white stone farmhouse is the mother project and inspiration for the entire hospitality project that includes several properties in Puglia.
Can you think of a better place to say “I do”?
#2. Amangiri (Utah, USA)
Photo by Aman
Let’s travel to a different country and dive in the American Wild West. The Amangiri resort, located in Utah, US, is one of my dream places for an intimate wedding, with the perfect home-away-from-home experience. The desert landscape is really inspired – and think about the beautiful pictures you will get!
#3. Paradero Todos Santos (Baja California, Mexico)
Photo by Paradero Hotel – Todos Santos
Still in the American continent, I want to introduce you to Paradero Todos Santos, in Mexico. This is a place that enhances the beauty and simplicity of their surroundings and that wants to promote authentic and meaningful moments to cultivate a sense of home and community.
Besides the hotel and the hospitality project, they also have wedding services with a dedicated team that can help you turn your dreams into a reality.
#4. Mystique Hotel Santorini (Santorini, Greece)
Photos by Mystique Hotel Santorini
I mean, Santorini needs no introduction, right? But have you ever wondered how it would be to exchange vows on this Greek island? Let me introduce you to Mystique Hotel Santorini, one of my dream places for an intimate wedding.
This Luxury Collection Hotel is an ode to Santorini’s soul, with panoramic sea views across to the volcano. A really unique experience where you can feel inspired by this romantic island and have an unforgettable day.
#5. Neuendorf House (Palma de Mallorca, Spain)
Photos by @neuendorfhouse
From one breath-taking European island to another… Let’s meet Neuendorf House in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. This property stands like a castle, but its natural materials create harmony with its surroundings. I mean, this modern house is just magnificent! If you don’t take my word, take a look at this video of Sophie Neuendorf Teba‘s wedding. Isn’t it inspiring?
#6. The Old Sessions House (London, United Kingdom)
Photo by The Old Sessions House
But if you’re looking for a more urban option, don’t worry! What do you think about London? But not any place in London, it’s the one-of-a-kind Old Sessions House. I can’t think of a better place for you to say “I do”!
This historic building is the perfect match between history, elegance and architecture, with a touch of romance. Isn’t it one of the most incredibles places for an intimate wedding?
#7. Talm Beach House (Anna Bay, Australia)
Photos by @talm.beachhouse
Let’s now leave Europe behind and fly a few hours to Australia. In Anna Bay, you can find Talm Beach House, a property so special that it can provide the ultimate sense of relaxation, comfort and luxury. Its open living spaces and oceanfront location make this property one of the most incredible places to have a small and intimate wedding with the ones you love the most.
#8. Oberoi Hotels (Marrakesh, Morocco)
Photo by The Oberoi Hotels
And if you’re thinking about a cultural-experience-kind-of-wedding, I suggest you consider The Oberoi Hotel, in Marrakesh, Morocco. This was ranked the number 1 resort in North Africa and the Middle East by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2022.
This five star hotel can be an amazing place for you to live one of the most important and special days of your life. What do you think of this suggestion?
#9. Castello di Vicarello (Tuscany, Italy)
Photos by @castello_di_vicarello
Let’s go back to Italy – can you tell how much I love this country? – more specifically to Tuscany. Here you can find the Castello di Vicarello, one of the most incredible places for an intimate wedding, in my humble opinion. In this 900-years-old restored castle you can exchange vows between stunning cards and a fairy-tale atmosphere.
This property actually has wedding services and their team can take care of every detail, like food, wine, music, and table settings. A truly dreamy option, right?
#10. Aman Kyoto (Kyoto, Japan)
Photos by Aman Kyoto
Last, but not least, let’s take a quick trip to Japan, more precisely to the city of Kyoto. That’s where you can find Aman Kyoto, a luxury resort set at the heart of a forest. This is the perfect place for you to relax, find your inner peace… and even get married!
And that’s the end of my list of ten unique places for an intimate wedding. I think the most important thing is that you choose a place that is special for both of you and where you feel a special connection, both as a person and as a couple.
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for a wedding photographer and videographer, I’ll love to get to know you and understand if we are the perfect fit to capture the memories of one of the most special days of your life. So, get in touch with me!
