09/16/2024
How does one go from a summer wedding at the Four Seasons in Atlanta, to a Portugal destination wedding in a historic blush pink castle in the hills outside of Lisbon? Partly “right point, right time” and partly—I’ve been waiting for the right client for this property.
On our initial call J mentioned “I want to get married in Atlanta, probably at the Four Seasons” and curiously, I asked “why there?”
“Well it’s a classic space, and I’m drawn to something that has beautiful architecture, and I want to ensure that my guests have the best food, service, and party that night.”
Fast forward about 3 more sentences, and I eventually throw out “well, would you be open to considering some other locations, that may allow the value of your budget to go further than prime season at the Four Seasons?”
And that, my dear readers, is how we ended up 6 months later at Casa dos Penedos. Perched along a giant road in the hillsides of Sintra, the blush pink castle sits in a magical mountain town about 30 minutes outside of Lisbon, Portugal, making it easy to get to while also feeling like a world away.
Let’s recap:
1. Stunning location with classically ornate architecture and a view worth the travel miles? Check.
2. The most insane 6 course meal, complete with a fish course, a meat course, two desserts and a late night buffet, catered by the Ritz Carlton Penha Longa catering staff, for less than the starting rates of the aforementioned Four Seasons? Check check.
3. Finally—an air conditioned, light-filled ceremony space that allowed her guests to enjoy the ceremony in comfort … and captivating style? Yes, of course.
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