Wedding Venue in Chios: Historic location in private grounds

One of the most beautiful areas of the island is Kambos, a green valley 3 km south of Chios town.  Kambos (“Plain”) is a flat land stretching about 10km along the East coast of the island of Chios, and 2km wide.  The low mountains that surround Chios from the West are the source of its underground water that makes Kambos an endless garden full of flowers and citrus trees.

In the 14^th century, the Genoese aristocracy of Chios selected this area to build their mansions.  High walls of stone, from the village of Thymiana near Kambos, protected the mansion from dust, winds and the cold.  Elaborate cisterns, decorated with marble motifs and spouts, are a central figure in the courtyards.  Shady pathways leading to secluded corners and beautiful gardens provided privacy and quiet for those who wished to enjoy the tranquility.

The property consisted of the main building (palazzo) and two other houses (guest houses).  Each member of the family had their own residence, and lived within the walls of the estate.  In this way their individual privacy was assured.  Arched doors and windows, arcades with small marble pillars, huge entrance gates with coats-of-arms and various reliefs, pebbled courtyards and frescoed ceilings, all offer uniqueness in the architectural style of the area.  Great care has been given to the decoration of each house with period furniture.

In 1954, a local laborer was sent to Ventimiglia, Italy and Nice, on the Cote d’Azur coast of France, to be educated in the fine art of gardening.  He spent some time at Villa Hambury in Ventimiglia, where he learned the art of landscape gardening and how to maintain a typical Ligurian formal garden, which is the present form of the Argentikon gardens.

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Wedding Venues: Argentikon Luxury Suites in Chios

Weddings in Argentikon

The Argentikon Estate with its unique character, extensive grounds and signature doors, all located in secluded private grounds but within a stone’s throw from the historic Kampos, is the perfect venue for romantic weddings and memorable honeymoon. Argentikon is recognized as Chios’, besides a major attraction, most treasured wedding location for couples to begin their new lives together. The Mansion’s residential sensibilities and uncompromising service will set your special day apart.

Your Fairytale Wedding at Argentikon

Chios and Argentikon Luxury Suites are the perfect setting for a dream-come-true wedding.

Whether the ceremony takes place in one of the many churches or in the tiny chapels across the island, the reception at the Argentikon will be memorable to you and your guests.

Set in the heart of a verdant and fragrant citrus grove, the lovingly restored and stylishly furnished Mansion is ideal for hosting a unique wedding and share memories of a lifetime.

Argentikon’s experienced personnel is here to ensure the most joyful moments, to ensure you and your guests’ lasting impressions.

From the moment the Bride and Groom arrive at Argentikon, the people of the hotel  become involved in planning their special day. Whether a large or small affair, each rehearsal dinner, bridal luncheon or wedding reception is tailored to the couple’s very personal taste and needs.

Our wedding specialist, an experienced resource, assists couples with seamless coordination of every detail, from wedding venue design and menu selection to floral design and musical entertainment.

The Perfect Honeymoon in Chios island

Imagine your self sharing the first days of your married life in a lovingly restored medieval mansion in North East Aegean with high personalized but discrete service surrounded by unspoiled nature and within a short distance of culturally rich points of interest and pristine turquoise beaches.

Eight uniquely-styled suites, in five individual Villas reflect the grandeur of this bygone era, through authentic, elegant period furniture, eminent objects of virtue, frescoed ceilings, chandeliers and beautiful fireplaces. Plethora of flowers and plants surround each Villa providing privacy and quietude to enjoy total tranquillity.

Exquisite medieval works of art and modern amenities have been combined to make your stay unforgettable.

All Suites feature a living room, veranda or terrace, marble bathroom, in-Suite massage and beauty treatments, Wi Fi internet connection and luxury bathroom amenities. Feel the medieval era in modern comfort.

Whether you have imagined an intimate and relaxing honeymoon being pampered around the pool area or a more active honeymoon with excursions and day trips, Argentikon is the perfect spot for your dreams to come true.

Argentikon is a gracious Estate for the most demanding and distinguished guests! 

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