Stancija Negrin

If you're dreaming of a relaxed wedding surrounded by olive trees, old stone walls and nothing but nature and close friends around you, Stancija Negrin might be just what you’re looking for.

This hidden gem sits deep in the Istrian countryside, where everything slows down. No tourist crowds, no traffic, just birds, cicadas, and that warm Mediterranean stillness. The whole property feels like it’s been here forever, with beautiful local stone, terracotta roofs, and views that stretch over green hills and fields. It’s simple, soulful, and quietly elegant.

 

 

You won’t find ballrooms or chandeliers here. Instead, you’ll find wide courtyards, shaded pergolas, and a house that feels more like a home than a venue. It’s the kind of place where you can host a welcome dinner under the stars, sleep late with the windows open, and get ready with your closest people in peace, without ever seeing a stranger.

 

Most couples who book Stancija Negrin aren’t looking for a big, flashy wedding. They want a few days away from everything, with just the people who matter. Some have 20 guests, others stretch it to 50, but it never feels crowded. The ceremony often takes place under the olive trees or in the main courtyard. Dinner is usually one long rustic table, wine flowing, music in the background, barefoot dancing by the pool later on.

 

 

You can bring in a local caterer, or even a private chef, and focus on real Istrian food: grilled fish, olive oil from nearby groves, truffles if you're lucky. There’s plenty of space to spread out across the weekend: morning yoga, a pool brunch, sunset photos in the fields nearby. No fixed format. Just time, space, and freedom to shape it the way you want.

 

The house itself has several bedrooms, so your closest guests can stay with you on-site. It feels more like borrowing someone’s countryside villa than renting a formal venue. Everything is styled with simplicity and comfort in mind. Linen sheets, natural wood, and details that reflect the region without trying too hard.

There’s a pool, of course. And enough corners and terraces that everyone can find their own little space when they need it.

 

If you love the idea of getting married somewhere calm and personal like Stancija Negrin, you might also want to check out:

 

• Villa Maccaroni - another beautiful countryside home, a bit more spacious

• Rosa dei Venti Villas - a seaview estate above Rabac, ideal for sunset ceremonies

• Hotel Kaštel Motovun - for couples who want a bit of old-town fairytale magic