Location: Biarritz • Nouvelle-Aquitaine • South of France
Andy and Loan’s wedding at Domaine de Bassilour, a typical Basque country wedding venue 3km from Biarritz, was a celebration of relaxed elegance and heartfelt simplicity. The 16th-century farmhouse, surrounded by meadows and views of the Pyrenees, provided an intimate and authentic backdrop for their day. The affordable Biarritz wedding venue with guest accommodation combined rural tranquility with a touch of coastal breeze — perfectly suited to the couple’s vision of a laid-back yet refined celebration in the South of France.
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Simple Style and Personal Touches
The bride, radiant in a silk organza Carla Zampatti gown and Jimmy Choo shoes, embodied effortless sophistication. Her look mirrored the relaxed tone of the day timeless, feminine, and perfectly at ease among the estate’s rustic surroundings. A chalkboard seating plan added a handmade touch, while a wedding wish tree invited guests to leave personal notes, turning their good wishes into part of the décor. Tables were styled in soft neutrals and textures that echoed the natural charm of the farmhouse, creating a setting both elegant and unpretentious.
Captured with Warmth and Character
The celebration was beautifully documented by M & J Photography, among the trusted wedding photographers working across France and the UK. Their work captured every heartfelt detail — from the intimacy of the ceremony to the joyful group portraits that felt like fashion editorials in the garden light. Their lens revealed not only the setting but the spirit of the day: relaxed, full of laughter, and grounded in love. Andy and Loan’s celebration at Domaine de Bassilour reflected what makes weddings in the South of France so special — a union of natural beauty, meaningful details, and timeless charm.
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