Love in the best company: Kellie & Arron’s Intimate Tuscan Wedding at Montechiaro Estate


When love calls, sometimes it whispers, “Let’s run away to Italy.” That’s exactly what Kellie and Arron did — and not just anywhere in Italy, but to the heart of Tuscany, where history, beauty, and romance are woven into every stone and sunset.


With just a dozen of their closest friends, they chose to say “I do” at the breathtaking Montechiaro estate — an 18th-century villa nestled in a tiny, picturesque village with medieval roots. Tucked away only 10 kilometers from Siena, this hidden gem offered more than just a venue; it offered an experience, a dream, a timeless escape.


A Villa Steeped in Romance

Montechiaro feels like something out of a classic Italian film — the kind that makes you start googling airline prices. Surrounded by 160 hectares of rolling Tuscan hills, including 12 lush hectares of vineyards and over 2,000 ancient olive trees, the estate set the stage for a celebration rooted in natural beauty and authentic Italian charm.

From the villa’s gardens, guests were treated to one of the most enchanting views of Siena’s historic city center — terracotta rooftops glowing gold in the evening light, and bell towers chiming in the distance.


A Celebration as Sweet as the View

As Kellie walked through the grass, her smile lit by the sun light and with her closest friends gathered in an intimate circle, Arron waited beneath a canopy of olive branches, fighting back tears in true Aaron style, because he was feeling so much love and the entire setting felt so perfect.


After a heartfelt ceremony, the group dined al fresco under strands of fairy lights, toasting with local wine grown just meters from where they stood. Fresh pasta, truffle risotto, and endless antipasti made the perfect pairing to a night filled with music, dancing, and spontaneous moments that only happen when you’re surrounded by your favorite people in the world.


A Forever Memory

For Kellie and Arron, it wasn’t about grandeur or guest lists. It was about presence — being fully immersed in each moment, surrounded by beauty, love, and the rolling hills of Tuscany.


Their wedding at Montechiaro wasn’t just a celebration. It was a love letter to each other- that over flowed to their guests, about creating a life filled with adventure, simplicity, and soul.


A romantic moment captured amid lush greenery and brick archways in an elegant garden setting.
Vintage pub sign with horse racing scene mounted on rustic brick wall above black flower planter.
A couple stands together in their wedding attire outside a rustic Italian villa with weathered yellow walls and wooden shutters.
White lace wedding dress hanging in sunlit room with exposed wooden beams.
A ripe orange fruit hanging among dark green leaves on a citrus tree in moody lighting.
An elegant white lace wedding dress hanging by a window in a rustic room with exposed beams.
A delicate lace wedding dress being fastened in the back by helping hands.
Wine glasses and a red cocktail with orange garnish sit on a dark surface beside a rattan lampshade in warm lighting.
A formal black suit jacket and gold tie hang on display against a white wall with decorative plates.
Groom in navy suit with boutonniere smiling outdoors against green foliage.
Religious icon framed on rustic brick wall with green foliage in foreground.
A couple shares an intimate embrace outdoors, with the bride wearing a lace back wedding dress and groom in navy suit.
A tender embrace between newlyweds in an outdoor garden setting.
Emotional embrace captured during wedding celebration at rustic venue.
Floral wedding bouquet with pink flowers and ribbons resting on brick wall.
A joyful outdoor wedding ceremony takes place under trees with natural lighting.
An outdoor wedding ceremony takes place under a tall sunlit tree in a scenic garden setting at golden hour.
Outdoor wedding ceremony taking place on lush grass with small group of guests.
A bride in a delicate lace wedding dress stands outdoors reading from papers during an emotional ceremony moment.
A wedding ceremony moment in an outdoor garden setting with attendees exchanging heartfelt words.
Guests smile during an outdoor wedding celebration among blooming trees and natural scenery.
An intimate outdoor wedding ceremony shows exchange of vows among green garden surroundings.
Handwritten note on white paper against dark wooden surface in dramatic lighting.
A romantic outdoor wedding ceremony moment as a couple exchanges vows under trees on a sunny day.
A tender moment shared during an outdoor wedding ceremony with a rustic natural backdrop.
Wedding moment captured in sunlit olive grove with rolling hills as backdrop.
A happy couple sharing an intimate moment during their wedding celebration outdoors.
A newlywed couple walks together on grass with yellow trees and wedding guests in the background.
A bride in a flowing white lace gown walks across a sunny garden lawn.
A joyful couple walks hand in hand on a gravel path with cypress trees and sunlit scenery in the background.
Wedding celebration at sunset with guests enjoying drinks in a green outdoor hilltop setting.
A woman in a navy tiered dress stands outdoors holding a small child in the golden sunset light.
Rustic stone wall with potted geraniums and plants decorating the entrance.
Long dining table set for an elegant outdoor dinner in a rustic Italian courtyard with stone walls and string lights.
Elegant rustic table setting with woven charger plate, crystal glassware, white napkin and green ivy decoration.
Wedding guests gather around an elegant outdoor dinner table under string lights at a nighttime reception.
Intimate outdoor dinner gathering at rustic stone villa with long wooden table set under twinkling lights.
A couple shares an emotional moment in a rustic venue with brick walls and soft lighting.
Gourmet cheese and charcuterie board with crackers, grapes, and accompaniments.
A celebratory dinner gathering with guests toasting wine glasses at a rustic brick-walled venue with elegant table settings.
Newlyweds share their first dance under string lights on a romantic evening.
A couple dancing joyfully under string lights at an outdoor wedding reception.
Two friends enjoying drinks and laughter together in a stone-walled venue during a celebration.
A couple shares their first dance under twinkling lights at an outdoor wedding reception.
Close-up portrait of newlyweds on their wedding day.
A romantic wedding portrait on stone steps framed by lush greenery and a garden fountain.
A candid wedding moment captured outdoors with a bride in a lace gown and groom in navy suit sitting on stone wall.
A romantic moment between newlyweds along a stone wall at sunset.
A scenic Tuscan vineyard landscape with rolling hills and rustic gate in the foreground.
Couple sharing a laugh while reviewing documents together at a table.
A happy couple embraces and smiles on their wedding day, with the bride in white and groom in navy blue suit.

"Sarah is not only one of the most talented wedding photographers I know, she is personable, funny, and no matter who she meets, she finds a way to make you feel at home."


"Where to start. Sarah is not only a close friend, but a colleague, a confidant and a mentor. I had the fortuitous opportunity to be her classmate at the University of Utah for photography, and I have thanked my lucky stars ever since. Sarah is not only one of the most talented wedding photographers I know, she is personable, funny, and no matter who she meets, she finds a way to make you feel at home. When my husband and I decided to get married, we chose a destination wedding in Siena, Italy and asked only a handful of friends to join us. There was no question as to who I wanted to photograph our special day - Sarah. She not only captured our small wedding beautifully, but she told a story of the weekend with those we call our closest friends (including her and her husband, Chris). It is a no brainer to hire Sarah as your wedding photographer, and I refer her to anyone I know getting married. She is an amazing photographer and friend."


Kellie & Aaron (Bride and Groom)


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