Matera, Basilicata
Masseria Fontana di Vite
A MICHELIN Guide luxury masseria in the hills outside Matera, with 19 rooms, olive groves, courtyard dining, and a roofless warehouse for evening celebrations under the stars.
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About Masseria Fontana di Vite
Masseria Fontana di Vite is a luxury estate in the golden hills outside Matera — a sun-bleached stone masseria surrounded by wheat fields and ancient olive groves, just fifteen minutes from one of the most extraordinary cities in the world. Listed in the MICHELIN Guide, the property offers 19 elegant rooms, exclusive use for a minimum three-night stay, and the kind of Southern Italian warmth that transforms a wedding weekend into something guests remember for the rest of their lives. The setting moves from a courtyard ceremony among olive trees to poolside aperitivi, dinner in the garden, and dancing in a roofless warehouse beneath the stars.
Max Guests
250
Exclusive Use
Yes
From
€19,500
Highlights
Key Features
- MICHELIN Guide Listed
- Exclusive Use for Minimum 3-Night Stay
- Up to 250 Wedding Guests
- 19 Rooms (38 Beds, up to 55 with Extra Beds)
- 15 Minutes from Matera (UNESCO World Heritage)
- 55 km from Bari Airport
- Swimming Pool & Olive Groves
- Roofless Warehouse for Evening Celebrations
- In-House Restaurant with Local Cuisine
- Pet-Friendly & Child-Friendly
- Cooking Classes, Wine & Oil Tastings
Heritage
A Living Monument to Italian History
The masseria is a traditional fortified farmhouse of the type found across Puglia and Basilicata — built to withstand the harsh southern Italian summers and serve as both residence and agricultural centre. The property sits in the countryside outside Matera, surrounded by the golden wheat fields and olive groves that have defined this landscape for millennia.
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Exclusive Use
The Exclusive Experience
Masseria Fontana di Vite offers full exclusive use with a minimum three-night stay. The starting package at €19,500 includes accommodation for 38 guests across 19 rooms for three nights, with access to all venue spaces — courtyard, gardens, pool, and the iconic roofless warehouse. Catering is additional from €180 per person with drink packages from €35 per person.
What's Included
- 3-night minimum exclusive use of entire property
- 19 rooms with accommodation for 38 guests
- All event spaces: courtyard, gardens, pool area, warehouse
- Bridal changing room
- Parking for guests
- Event coordination
- Access to pool and grounds throughout the stay
Spaces
Event Spaces & Capacities
| Event Space | Cocktail | Seated Dinner | Buffet | Ceremony |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard The masseria's central courtyard, surrounded by sun-bleached stone walls, provides the primary setting for ceremonies and seated dinners. The space is framed by olive trees and the warm Basilicata landscape. | 250 | 200 | 250 | 250 |
| Garden & Olive Groves Expansive gardens set among ancient olive trees offer a natural, romantic setting for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The countryside views stretch across golden fields toward the distant outline of Matera. | 250 | 200 | 250 | 250 |
| Roofless Warehouse A converted agricultural warehouse with no roof — open to the stars — serves as the evening entertainment and dancing space. The raw stone walls and open sky create an unforgettable atmosphere for late-night celebrations. | 200 | - | - | - |
| Swimming Pool Area The pool area offers an elegant setting for welcome drinks and aperitivi, with loungers and views across the Basilicata countryside. | 100 | - | - | - |
Facilities
What's On-Site
19 Guest Rooms
Elegant rooms across the masseria complex accommodate up to 38 guests (55 with extra beds). Each room reflects the property's architectural heritage — stone walls, high ceilings, natural materials — with luxury amenities and contemporary comforts.
In-House Restaurant
The restaurant team prepares traditional Southern Italian cuisine using fresh, homemade ingredients with curated local wines. Wedding menus are tailored to each celebration, with catering starting from €180 per person.
Swimming Pool
A large outdoor pool set in the grounds, perfect for relaxation between wedding events and post-celebration recovery.
Bridal Changing Room
A dedicated space for the bride to prepare on the wedding day, ensuring privacy and comfort before the ceremony.
Experiences
Curated Experiences
- Cooking classes with local chefs
- Wine tastings featuring Basilicata and Puglia producers
- Olive oil tastings from estate and local producers
- Guided tours of Matera and the Sassi
- Hiking excursions in the Basilicata countryside
- Horseback riding
- Yoga sessions
- Transfer arrangements from Bari Airport and Matera
Location
Getting Here
Address
Contrada Fontana di Vite, 75100 Matera (MT), Basilicata, Italy
Travel Times
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Overnight Stay
Stay Experience
A MICHELIN Guide listed luxury masseria in the hills outside Matera, with 19 rooms, olive groves, and exclusive use for wedding celebrations.
Room Inventory
Approximately 19 rooms and suites available for guest stays.
Starting Rates
From €19,500 for 3 nights (includes accommodation for 38)
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