The location of Villa Spessa is one of the structures I have most enjoyed during my experience as a wedding photographer in Padova. I have gathered all the most important information so you can learn more about the history, the structure and answer the most frequently asked questions about the villa. Enjoy your reading!
Villa Spessa: a history of over 500 years
Villa Spessa is a historic residence dating back to the late 15th century. In the gentle Venetian countryside, it stands in Carmignano di Brenta, between Padua and Vicenza. The Villa was built by Giovanni Andrea da Quinto, a Venetian merchant, on the ruins of a 13th century castle. Giovanni Andrea had bought the land in this area intending to use it to raise sheep. The area was irrigated by watercourses and had large pastures suitable for sheep farming. Therefore, the merchant wanted to build the Villa to create a base near his pastures to coordinate the processing and trade of wool. Like most Venetian villas, it was initially a structure intended for economic rather than leisure functions.
In 1520 the Villa passed into the hands of the Grimani, a family of patricians, who kept possession of it until the 18th century. From 1748 the residence was managed by the Manin family. The Manin family began the work of enlargement and ennoblement, so much so that it attracted the attention of the Corner family, rich Venetian patricians. From this moment onwards the ownership of the Villa changed several times. After being purchased by the Corners in 1748, it passed to the Vancenati in 1798. The latter sold it to the Cerato family in 1809, who kept it until 1884. It was then sold to the Camerini family, who decided to leave the Villa in 1934, breaking it up among several buyers. The last and current owners, members of the Sartore family, began renovation work in 2010 to restore the Villa to its original splendour.
Villa Spessa: the perfect setting for a classic and refined wedding
Villa Spessa is an elegant location for fairytale weddings. It is the perfect setting for traditional and elegant weddings. What is most striking about this splendid structure is the great variety of spaces it offers its guests. Surrounded by a delightful little park, the Villa offers bucolic corners perfect for your romantic shoot and summer receptions. You can also ask to celebrate your emotional civil ceremony in the green surroundings. Strolling along the beautiful paths, surrounded by the magnificent century-old trees and the flower garden, it is really impossible to get bored.
The splendid interiors of the main building and the Barchessa are of course also available to the bride and groom. If you are looking for a more rustic setting, simple but still well cared for, the Salone della Barchessa will be perfect for you. Here you will be able to organise an elegant but more relaxed reception, perfect for simpler and more convivial couples. Do you prefer a more opulent location with an antique flavour? The great hall of the Noble building will surprise you. Here, you can admire the beautiful frescoes recovered during the restoration, which will immediately give a touch of class to the reception.
Moreover, thanks to the assistance of the staff, your wedding will be really refined and cared for in every detail. Villa Spessa is truly the perfect setting for an elegant wedding, perfect for couples seeking tranquillity. If you love art, culture and nature, you will not be disappointed and you will always have a sweet memory of your wedding.
Villa Spessa: the structure of the location
Villa Spessa has a similar structure to other famous Venetian villas in the area. It will be perfect for hosting large events and celebrations given its large size. The Villa is surrounded by green fields and a lovely two-hectare park. Here you will find a great variety of secular trees and flowering bushes, among which you can realize beautiful shots of couples. The structure is also available to organise both the civil ceremony and the reception in the large green spaces.
Approaching the buildings of the Villa, we then find the Corpo Nobile and the Barchessa. The main building is famous for its architectural structure. It is the only example of a palace with a Venetian Gothic facade on the mainland. The interior of the Villa is simply enchanting. Following a thorough restoration in 2010, guests can now enjoy the beautiful frescoes adorning the walls. You can celebrate your wedding reception and civil ceremony in the elegant main hall. If you prefer a simpler but equally refined space, Villa Spessa also offers you the beautiful Barchessa. You can celebrate your wedding with joy in its large internal hall, inviting up to 500 guests! The ancient portico is also very popular, and can host an aperitif, a tableau de mariage or a space for the little ones. Villa Spessa is truly a magical place full of proposals, which will fill your heart with sweet memories.
Frequently asked questions about Villa Spessa
- Where is Villa Spessa located? Villa Spessa is immersed in the Veneto countryside, in Carmignano di Brenta, between Padua and Vicenza.
- Can I celebrate my wedding at Villa Spessa? Certainly you can. You can organise the shooting and reception inside the structure and in all the adjoining areas. The entire complex is exclusively dedicated to your celebration. It is also possible to hold civil ceremonies in the Park or in the Sala Nobile on request.
- Is there a restaurant inside Villa Spessa? The Villa does not have an in-house catering service; the bride and groom are free to choose their own catering. However, it does provide a catering area with worktops, service and rooms reserved for the service.
- What events can be celebrated at Villa Spessa? At Villa Spessa you can organise your most important events. The structure, in fact, is open to weddings, baptisms, communions, birthdays and graduation parties. You can also organise your meetings, corporate events and gatherings.
- Can Villa Spessa host business meetings? Certainly it can. Villa Spessa offers its interior and exterior spaces to organise events and conventions. The rooms are equipped with every comfort and feature a technologically advanced system. In each room, the Villa provides: projector and canvas, audio system microphones and speakers, wi-fi.
- Can I stay overnight at Villa Spessa? The hotel does not have its own accommodation, but there are several hotels and flats in the direct vicinity where you can stay overnight.
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