Our destination series is continuing in the small lakeside town of Pella on Lake Orta in the North of Italy. This quaint and historic area surprised me with it’s still and pristine lake and peaceful lakeside villages. My number one recommendation for saying your I-do’s in Pella is a 5-star boutique hotel, Casa Fantini. This venue completely encompasses the slow-paced nature of the lake.
What I love about Casa Fantini is that it allows you to take a breath, slow down the pace and embrace what the locals call ‘lake time’. This is so important for your wedding day – and all the married people said, “Amen”. The truth is your wedding day can fly past, so slowing down the pace and taking your time to enjoy the day is so important. The staff at Casa Fantini understand this and believe that the greatest luxury we have is time. Having your wedding at Casa Fantini will allow you to take your time and savour every moment of your wedding day as you celebrate with your partner, family, and friends.
You can book the hotel exclusively for your wedding, giving you full access to 5 superior rooms, 4 prestige rooms, 2 suites, the lounge, restaurant, and outdoor spaces. With exclusive use of the venue, you can create your own sanctuary and enjoy the blissful stillness of the lake before your wedding day begins. Staying at the hotel the night before your wedding is recommended so you can enjoy getting ready amongst the serene lakeside location and indulge their delicious breakfast menu.
There are numerous ceremony locations to choose from around Lake Orta.
Casa Fantini
If you would like to completely take the pressure off, Casa Fantini has a beautiful lawn overlooking the lake which can be used as a ceremony location.
Sanctuary Madonna del Sasso
Another option of ceremony location is Sanctuary Madonna del Sasso, an 18th Century sanctuary with stunning views of Lake Orta and its surrounding mountains.
Basilica di San Giulio
Just a short boat trip from Casa Fantini is Isola San Giulio, a beautiful small island with the historic Basilica di San Giulio.
Note: Isola San Giulio is also the perfect backdrop or your wedding photos with quaint cobblestone walkways, colourful historic buildings and beautiful views of the lake. The best part is the only way to get around this small island is by foot (although you may want to change out of those wedding stilettos).
Villa Bossi
Villa Bossi is the town hall of Orto San Giulio. The building and gardens can be exclusively booked for your wedding ceremony and/or reception.
After your ceremony and wedding photos, Casa Fantini will look after you and your guests with a tranquil dinner and plenty of drinks as you watch the sunset over the lake.
Every detail of Casa Fantini has been carefully crafted to create an environment where you can relax. From the private in-room saunas, balconies overlooking the lake and the refreshing pool by the garden. Casa Fantini is honestly one of my most loved places in Italy, and I have no doubt that you will love it too.
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