Machoenïa: the estate in the French Basque Country where couples from New York, Tokyo, and Singapore come to wed
Machoenïa: the estate in the French Basque Country where couples from New York, Tokyo, and Singapore come to wed
It is well known that the Basque Country has become a very popular wedding destination in recent years. Couples from all over the world choose to say “I do” in this idyllic region – a place that surprises guests with rich landscapes and unparalleled food. One of the places that has been the backdrop for many of these weddings has been Machoenïa, an exceptional country estate in Urrugne.
Whole families from Singapore, New York, Tokyo, and London have joined together at Machoenïa to celebrate the wedding day of one of their members. And the choice of location is no surprise, as it is one of the most beautiful places to hold events in the entire region. The estate’s grounds feature an eighteenth-century farmhouse and stables that have been converted into the main dining room, being able to accommodate up to 170 guests. Outside there is a terrace measuring 250 m2 where a tent can be installed to accommodate more people – up to a maximum number of 350 guests. Surrounding the two buildings are gardens and fields where horses graze, all guarded by the La Rhune Mountain.
Taking into account the characteristics of the space, events are completely customizable, and decorative details can be added both to interior and exterior areas. Even themed weddings can be organized. Couples who so desire may celebrate the ceremony in the estate’s gardens, thus enjoying all the phases of the wedding without having to leave the complex.
Wedding banquets at Machoenïa are put on by Bokado, which specializes in luxury culinary management. The extensive menu will amaze you with hearty dishes like pheasant consommé served with mushrooms, vegetables, and country eggs, apricot venison sirloin with a roasted touch, and truffle mousse with almond bavarois.
Extremely popular among couples from the Basque Country and the French Basque Country because it is just 20 kilometers from Biarritz and San Sebastián, Machoenïa has also succeeded in finding a place in the minds and hearts of many brides and grooms from all over the world who have trusted in it as a leader when planning their own dream wedding in the Basque Country.
Machoenïa
Vieille Route d’Espagne, Urrugne.
Tel.: +34 648 873 437
