Tuscan Tradition. Tuscan Excellence.
Established in 1984.
Tuscan Tradition. Tuscan Excellence.
Established in 1984.
A tradition.
GVE Weddings & Events is a family-owned and operated company specializing in destination weddings in Italy since 1984. For over four decades, we have refined the art of creating seamless, fully curated wedding experiences in Tuscany — serving as our clients’ trusted, all-in-one point of contact from concept to celebration.
Our comprehensive services include exclusive venue hire, award-worthy catering and banqueting, bespoke wedding cake design, premium bar services, full wedding planning, and expert day-of coordination. By keeping every essential service in-house, we ensure consistency, exceptional quality control, and an elevated standard of execution that is simply unmatched.
At the heart of our work lies a deep commitment to Tuscan tradition and excellence. As a true farm-to-table, scratch kitchen, we source only the finest organic ingredients from carefully selected local farmers. Our cuisine reflects generations of heritage, thoughtfully presented with the refinement expected of a luxury destination wedding.
We collaborate closely with each couple, offering personalized guidance and meticulous attention to detail at every stage. Our calendar fills quickly due to the highly bespoke nature of our events, and we intentionally limit the number of weddings we accept each season to preserve the quality and exclusivity of our service.
Your vision deserves to be realized at the highest level. Share your dreams with us — we would be honored to transform them into an unforgettable celebration in the heart of Tuscany.
Vacation Together
Exclusive countryside luxury. Complete privacy. Bespoke Italian hospitality — thoughtfully curated for an unforgettable escape.
Photo Credit: Luca Socchi
Vacation Together
Exclusive countryside luxury. Complete privacy. Bespoke Italian hospitality — thoughtfully curated for an unforgettable escape.
Photo Credit: Luca Socchi
Country Relais & Spa Le Capanne is a meticulously restored 100+ year-old farmhouse, purchased and transformed by our family in 2014 into a sophisticated country-chic villa. Set in the idyllic hills surrounding Volterra — one of Italy’s most historic and enchanting towns — the villa offers an unparalleled combination of heritage, privacy, and Tuscan elegance.
The estate spans 100 acres within the protected Riserva Naturale di Monte Nero, featuring scenic hiking trails, cascading waterfalls, and a serene natural swimming area. Guests can immerse themselves in the estate’s cultivated beauty, from fields of grain, chickpeas, and lavender to over 400 olive trees producing our signature extra virgin olive oil. Seasonal gardens provide figs, berries, asparagus, lemons, and aromatic herbs, offering a truly immersive farm-to-table experience in the heart of Tuscany.
With sweeping 360-degree views of Tuscany’s iconic rolling hills, Villa Le Capanne delivers an unparalleled visual experience from every angle. The villa features nine elegant en-suite double bedrooms and a variety of private and shared spaces, making it ideal for large family holidays, corporate retreats, and unforgettable destination weddings.
Fully air-conditioned and equipped with Wi-Fi throughout, the villa offers on-demand spa services and flexible dining options, including self-catering or full-service catering from our expert team. A dedicated 24-hour concierge is available to curate personalized experiences, from private city and wine tours to truffle hunting, cooking classes, Vespa rentals, and more — ensuring every stay is effortlessly luxurious and uniquely tailored.
Destination Weddings
35+ Years Crafting Luxury Italian Weddings. Perfectly Curated from Venue to Celebration.
Photo Credit: Jules Bower
Destination Weddings
35+ Years Crafting Luxury Italian Weddings. Perfectly Curated from Venue to Celebration.
Photo Credit: Jules Bower
Country Relais & Spa Le Capanne is our private, exclusive venue for unforgettable destination weddings. Each celebration is meticulously tailored to reflect the couple’s unique vision, offering unparalleled freedom to dream, explore, and dance until sunrise.
As your venue, caterer, and wedding planner, we seamlessly bring together the finest food, wine, and hospitality with the timeless beauty of Tuscany. The villa provides your guests with their own private slice of the region, immersing them in authentic Tuscan traditions and elegance.
We honor your dreams, enhancing every idea with our expertise and tireless attention to detail. At Le Capanne, your wedding becomes not just an event, but an extraordinary experience — intimate, bespoke, and unmistakably Tuscan.
Dolceria del Corso Catering
As a true farm-to-table scratch kitchen, we showcase the finest ingredients Tuscany has to offer. Our recipes, perfected over three generations, capture the authentic essence of Tuscan cuisine. Allow us to indulge you with the finest flavors, crafted with care and celebrated in true Tuscan style.
Photo Credit: Volterra Wedding Photographers
Dolceria del Corso Catering
As a true farm-to-table scratch kitchen, we showcase the finest ingredients Tuscany has to offer. Our recipes, perfected over three generations, capture the authentic essence of Tuscan cuisine. Allow us to indulge you with the finest flavors, crafted with care and celebrated in true Tuscan style.
Photo Credit: Volterra Wedding Photographers
Dolceria del Corso Catering & Banqueting is a distinguished farm-to-table scratch kitchen, sourcing only the finest organic ingredients from the celebrated farmers of Volterra. Since 1987, we have crafted extraordinary culinary experiences — from intimate gatherings to exclusive gala events — with unwavering attention to detail, elegance, and impeccable service.
Every dish is thoughtfully prepared from scratch, honoring three generations of Tuscan culinary heritage. Each bite captures the authentic flavors of the region, complemented by the warmth, sophistication, and hospitality that define luxury Tuscany. Our goal is simple: to transform every event into an unforgettable gastronomic journey, leaving a lasting impression on every guest.
The Founders.
Dolceria del Corso — A family legacy of Tuscan culinary excellence.
Three generations of the Giovannini family, crafting unforgettable Tuscan culinary experiences.
Photo Credit: Nico Lopez Bruchi
The Founders.
Dolceria del Corso — A family legacy of Tuscan culinary excellence.
Three generations of the Giovannini family, crafting unforgettable Tuscan culinary experiences.
Photo Credit: Nico Lopez Bruchi
Photo Credit: Nico Lopez Bruchi
Reviews
Our clients come first — their feedback shapes every exceptional experience we create.
Photo Credit: Volterra Wedding Photographers
Reviews
Our clients come first — their feedback shapes every exceptional experience we create.
Photo Credit: Volterra Wedding Photographers
- Adam Baillie
Review via Facebook.
"We scoured the Tuscan hills looking for a suitable venue for our wedding and looked at many, but le Capanne had the magic!
The villa itself has all the charm of rural Tuscany with authentic modern styling and breathtaking scenery from every opening. Dario, Vera and all the Giovannini family were fantastic from the very start. Their help and organisation was invaluable to our preparation and on our wedding day itself their service and attention to detail way exceeded our expectations. The food was to absolutely fantastic. We will be highly recommending this place for any special occasion and will be forever grateful for finding this gem. We are already thinking of our next big celebration as an excuse to come and stay again! Thank-you!"
- lisa white
Review via Facebook.
"I was lucky enough to stay here as part of a Lovegrove photography workshop. This venue is so beautiful, peaceful and I really didn't want to leave. The rooms were stunning, the food gorgeous and the staff amazing. Looking forward to going back again some day."