Casarão Penedo
Celebrations & Events Since 1836
Casarão Penedo carries nearly two centuries of history, elegance, and tradition. Its preserved architecture, combined with lush gardens and timeless atmosphere, transforms every celebration into part of a legacy that transcends generations.
With over 5,000m2 of green space at the heart of Penedo - a charming village next to Itatiaia National Park - along the Rio das Pedras with privileged views of the majestic Pico do Penedo.
The 744m² event area integrates lush gardens, spacious lawns, and versatile venues—with ample restrooms, integrated bar, and support kitchen—adaptable to outdoor ceremonies, sophisticated receptions, and celebrations of any style.
The main hall, with all its rustic coffee-mansion charm, is also available for use during events—a beautiful space that preserves the essence of the 1836 construction and elegantly hosts celebrations in any season.
Here, past meets present—creating the perfect setting for stories born to last.
Learn more about Weddings at Casarão, discover our Corporate Events space, or explore Birthday & Celebration options.
Every client that chooses us brings a different dream—and that's what inspires us to make every Casarão event truly special.
— Soile, General Manager
Casarão Penedo is the birthplace of Finland’s settlement in Brazil—and the pioneers’ descendants still welcome guests with the same spirit of hospitality they began nearly a century ago. Just 2 hours from Rio and 3 hours from São Paulo, Penedo offers the ideal setting for a destination mountain wedding—rustic and open-air—in the heart of Vale do Café, at the foot of Serra da Mantiqueira. Casarão Penedo sits right in the village center, surrounded by excellent hotels and charming restaurants. International guests have easy access via Galeão (GIG) and Guarulhos (GRU) airports, both with direct flights from around the world.
Penedo is the birthplace of Finland's colonial settlement in Brazil—and Casarão Penedo is still owned by descendants of those pioneers, who keep alive the tradition of hospitality they began nearly 100 years ago. Transform your destination wedding into a complete experience: your guests arrive days early, explore the mountains, and celebrate with you at Vale do Café's most iconic venue.
Discover everything we've prepared for couples dreaming of a Casarão wedding. See past weddings at Casarão on our Instagram @casarao_penedo and Facebook, or check our past wedding stories.
Check out more photos and testimonials on our Instagram and see past weddings at Casarão.
Casarão Penedo accommodates celebrations from 50 to 300 guests. With 744m² of covered space, including integrated bar and fully equipped support kitchen, plus a 600m² lawn area in front of the façade—perfect for ceremonies and outdoor weddings—as well as space for tents and complementary structures.
Casarão Penedo features 744m² of covered space total. Of this, 250m² are air-conditioned. The remaining 450m² are covered but without AC—still protected and comfortable at the foot of Serra da Mantiqueira.
Yes, Casarão Penedo offers complete flexibility. Just 40 minutes from Visconde de Mauá mountain charm. Bring your own caterers, decorators, musicians, and photographers—no restrictions.
Yes! We reserve the most beautiful suite at Casarão exclusively for the bride. It's a peaceful, private sanctuary where the bride can relax, prepare, and be photographed, with ample space for makeup, hair, and photography teams.
Penedo has dozens of charming guesthouses and hotels for every budget, many just minutes from Casarão. The village also offers excellent restaurants, waterfalls, hiking trails, and chocolate shops—ideal for a mountain destination wedding.
Penedo is a district of Itatiaia, Rio de Janeiro, at the foot of Serra da Mantiqueira in the Vale do Paraíba—also known as Vale do Café (Coffee Valley). It's approximately 2 hours from Rio de Janeiro and 3 hours from São Paulo via BR-116. International guests arrive easily via Galeão (GIG) or Guarulhos (GRU) airports.
Yes! Penedo is in the historically famous Vale do Café (Coffee Valley) region. Casarão Penedo itself was built in 1836 during the height of the Coffee Cycle, part of this rich cultural and architectural heritage.
Rental includes use of all covered areas (744m²), gardens, fully equipped support kitchen, bar, restrooms, The Bridal Suite, and support from the Casarão team. For details on pricing and packages, contact us via WhatsApp.