Enchanting Tuscany Destination Wedding at Hidden Jewel Le Stonghe

Planning a destination wedding in Tuscany, Italy? Tuscany is one of those places that we dream about, sort of like in a fairy tale. Like, how charming would it be to get married in an cute little villa in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, right? If that’s what you’ve been thinking, you need to read this blog. You may think that the best of Italy is the Amalfi coast, or maybe even Rome. Thing is, what you can expect from rural Tuscany is so much more! You have yet to explore what Tuscany can offer you for your wedding— which includes this Tuscany Destination Wedding at Hidden Jewel Le Stonghe. September 2025.

Planning Your Dream Tuscany Destination Wedding

If you’re searching around Italy for the most charming villa to get married at, then you’ve come to the right spot! I’ll tell you (and show you) exactly what it’s like having your wedding at this hidden jewel Le Stonghe in Tuscany, Italy. I’ll start by showing you a full day from a real wedding that me and my husband photographed alst year, then I’ll give you some handy tips that will be super helpful for you in making your decision. Either way, we’re glad you’re here and that you stumbled upon our photography website. All these photos were taken by us and we hope you love them enough to bring us back here to photograph YOUR Tuscany wedding!

Tuscany Destination Wedding Venue Hidden Jewel— Le Stonghe

Tuscany is without a doubt one of the most beautiful regions of Italy. If you want a wedding venue in the heart of this charming city you’ll find some pretty amazing fincas, Le Stonghe being one of the absolute best. Not only is it one of the most coveted wedding venues in Tuscany, but it’s popularity is sought out all over Italy, making it a hotspot for destination weddings of all kinds.

What we love about Le Stonghe is that it is very well connected to both Florence city and Bologna city, which makes it super accessible and makes your life so much easier when it comes to transporting and accommodating your guests. That’s just on the practical side of things, though! We also love that they have a lot of services like a wedding-day coordinator, accommodation for guests, florals, catering, and hair and makeup all available on site for your ease in planning a destination wedding. If you’re interested in booking Le Stonghe for your wedding, book through their website and contact them.

Why Le Stonghe is Perfect for Your Jewish Wedding

1. Secluded Luxury: This venue is secluded enough to have an intimate and rustic (yet luxurious) feel.
2. Versatile Spaces: Le Stonghe has 5 different event spaces for you to be able to use for your wedding— so the welcome party, ceremony, cocktail and reception can all be close but in different spaces to add variety to your wedding day.
3. Authentic Italian Charm: The views from the venue are hard to beat! You’ll see when you get there, but it will take your breath away.

I’ll let the wedding day speak for itself in the photos, as shown below. If you want your wedding photos to look like these, then contact us and let’s start the planning.

Tips for Having an Enchanted Destination Wedding at Le Stonghe

If you’re planning to have your wedding at Le Stonghe, hurray! There are some things to consider when it comes to your photos at this specific wedding venue in Tuscany, and these are some tips we’ve noticed brings us success:

1. Do a first look! We always recommend to couples getting married here to do a first look. This venue has so many gorgeous nook and corners that if you decide to do a first look, it will look amazing.
2. Have your ceremony later in the day, just before golden hour. If you want the best lighting and weather for your ceremony time, aim for later in the day. Midday is usually (depending on the season) the worst time because the sun is high and will cast ugly shadows on your faces! If you aim for anytime past 4pm, then you’ll be getting much nicer lighting for some beautiful ceremony photos!
3. Leave room in your schedule for at least 30 minutes of portrait photos on the property. Le Stonghe has so much to offer for amazing wedding portraits! This couple intentionally took time out of their cocktail to make sure they got some portraits of just them at the venue. We highly recommend it!

Video and drone clips by us!

Your Enchanted Wedding Ceremony at Le Stonghe

We’d love to show you how beautiful a ceremony can be at Le Stonghe in Tuscany! At this hidden jewel, the best location to have your wedding ceremony is the viewpoint from the main shaded structure (as you can see in the photos below). From there, you have gorgeous rolling hills in the background as your guests enjoy the ceremony. If you’re not convinced to have your wedding ceremony here by looking at these photos, then we really don’t know what to say! 

This particular wedding ceremony was around 5pm in September. It was quite hot and sunny, so that’s why we recommend having your ceremony later in the day. They had an entrance by the groom, then the bride, followed by a prayer, a saying of vows, a short and sentimental speech by the officiant, and then a triumphal exit down the aisle.

Cultural Highlights to Enrich Your Tuscany Destination Wedding

Experience “La Dolce Vita” for Your Wedding

• Tuscany’s UNESCO-listed towns (Florence, Pisa), frescoed interiors, and architectural masterpieces provide an unmatched cultural depth—perfect for couples seeking refinement, history, and romance in one destination.
• Tuscany’s unhurried lifestyle invites multi-day celebrations—long vineyard lunches, golden-hour aperitivos, and intimate evenings that encourage meaningful connection.

Taste Traditional Tuscan Cuisine

• Treat guests to authentic regional dishes, farm-to-table ingredients, and locally produced wines from Chianti, Montepulciano, or Montalcino.
• Organize wine tastings, cooking classes, truffle hunting, or guided tours of nearby hill towns for guests to fully experience Tuscany.

An outdoor cocktail was held after the ceremony, captured with drone shots from above.

Whimsical Wedding Reception at El Stonghe, Tuscany

Le Stonghe is a perfect location for destination weddings because you can have everything in one place— there are spaces for getting ready, the ceremony, a cocktail, and reception with a party at the end of the day. On this wedding day, the staff at the venue transformed the reception space into a beautiful outdoor candle-lit dinner space. It was enchanting to say the least! The guests were served dinner surrounded by twinkling lights. Later, when the sun goes down more you’re able to catch the golden hour for portraits. These are the moments that literally feel magical. Even Jake and I had to pinch ourselves a couple times to make sure we weren’t dreaming!

Afternoon wedding portraits and photos with the wedding party.

Top Tuscany Destination Wedding Photographers

One name: Jake + Genessa Photography! With over 5 years of photographing destination weddings in Italy and Spain, we’re you’re dream team and offer wedding videography services as well! With a deep understanding of Tuscany’s beauty and a passion for storytelling, our photography services are designed to preserve every smile, every glance, and every unforgettable moment.

So, we hope this has been helpful for you as you plan your wedding in Tuscany, Italy! If you’ve got any questions, drop us a message on Instagram or fill out our contact form. Are you planning a Tuscany Destination Wedding at Le Stonghe? Still looking for your wedding photographer? Pick us! We would love to hang out and get to know you better, and you’ll get amazing photos like in this blog! Contact us here.

Wedding reception space made into a candle-lit dinner reception.

Tuscany Wedding Photo + Video Packages

Tuscany Destination Wedding photography packages are about so much more than just photography. Our goal is to help make it an experience you’ll never forget. We’ve been working together on destinations weddings for years and we know how to take care of you and make sure you get the absolute best photographs! We’ll guide you through the whole process of planning your destination wedding in Spain, tips for getting the best photos and planning your timeline.

Our Tuscany Destination Wedding photography and videography packages range from 5.500€ to 8.500€ and include all travel expenses.

All photos in this blog and videos were taken by us, Jake and Genessa Photography.