The Venue
Overlooking the Bay of Naples, this majestic property rises sheer above the sea on a cliff. With arguably one of the greatest views in the world and a splendor rarely seen, both inside and outside, Villa Astor has quite rightfully been labeled “Paradise”.
With a long history that can be traced back to the 1st century A.D., when Agrippa Postumus, grandson of Emperor Augustus, first made it his residence, Villa Astor has long been a home and a destination for the rich and noble. Purchased by one of the wealthiest men at the time, Lord William Waldorf Astor, in 1905, the Villa became his passion project as he enlarged the territory and designed a splendid garden at the back of the house where a Dominican monastery once stood. His final addition to the property was the “Pompeiian” villa, which he decorated with Ionic columns and neo-classical frescoes by a Roman artist, Mario Spinetti.
After his death, the Villa underwent a period of obscurity, though even during this time it still attracted notable figures, such as Benedetto Croce, the revered Italian philosopher and politician, who lived there during the Second World War. In the 1970s, Villa Astor was acquired by a wealthy family, Mariano Pane and his wife, who welcomed many illustrious guests including Princess Margaret, Rudolf Nuriev, Gregory Peck, Sofia Loren, Franco Zeffirelli and Gianni Agnelli.
Today, Villa Astor sets the benchmark for luxury accommodation on Amalfi Coast and has been named as a dream vacation home by many luxury lifestyle and travel publications such as Town & Country, Quintessence, Forbes, Bloomberg and the Telegraph. Named one of the trendiest Italian wedding venues by the Brides Magazine, Villa Astor is a dream wedding venue - an unique and romantic spot perfect for elopements, wedding ceremonies and receptions. The stunning lush garden with panoramic views of the sea and Mount Vesuvius is a heavenly setting for romance and celebration. Dinning can be enjoyed al fresco under the stars or inside one of the many salons.
Capacity
Seated Dinner: 25-200 guests, refer to brochure for details
Sleeps: up to 20 guests
Features
Paradise Restored on the Amalfi Coast
270-degree views of Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius
6 luxurious suites in the main Villa, each designed individually by the renowned interior decorator Jacques Garcia
Sleeps up to 20, exclusive use of the villa and grounds when booked for your special event
Exquisite interiors filled with a museum worthy collection of Greek and Roman antiques
20,000m2 botanical garden that boasts the finest botanical collection of over 1000 species of plants
Enjoy the best of local cuisine with a private chef
