Danielle + Marcus

This Canadian couple wanted a wedding that was not only intimate but also private. They wanted their own little slice of paradise to share with the ones they held closest. They decided on an El Chante villa wedding in Tamarindo because this venue literally had it all.
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We were so excited about the venue they selected because we were able to utilize the entire space for an event! This villa venue is something really special. The property is large with many mini bungalows surrounding the main villa so everyone could stay in one place.
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groom villa overlooking the ocean and pool
The main villa will take your breath away. Our favorite part of the villa is the large (okay huge!) outdoor open-air dining area. There is comfy lounge furniture and a full equipped kitchen with high-end accessories by a lovely bar with plenty of seating.
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The villa is situated on a hill so you catch a wonderful breeze and can see the beach and ocean clearly. Plus, some exciting visitors can come by... monkey families!

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Exploring around the property is so fun. Every turn there is lush greenery and florals. When you head down through the stairways to the pool there is a nice deck area perfect for the ceremony.
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couple on the bach veil

The couple took photos down at the beach for a little bit of private time to soak in their new titles as Mr. & Mrs. Their families stayed up at the villa for cocktails by the poolside.

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The table was decorated tastefully with beautiful flowers and candles. The couple wanted to treat their 19 guests with really great food. They focused on the menu and picked a fantastic catering team that focused on rich flavorful dishes.

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This Couple's Wedding Menu

Cocktail Hour Menu
Drinks: Passionfruit rum slushes & strawberry mint mojitos.
Appetisers: Octopus tacos, duck empanadas, Angus sliders, and stuffed mushrooms.

Dinner Menu
Salad & Appetisers: Grilled shrimp salad with cashews and passion fruit dressing or grilled pineapple with brie.
Entrees:  Macadamia encrusted Sea Bass over wild rice, jumbo shrimp, lime beurre blanc, lemongrass foam, and roasted red pepper coulis, with seasonal vegetables.
Organic Chicken Breast Roulade stuffed with roasted tomato, basil, and organic local goat cheese served with a lime butter sauce, pesto, and over potato puree.
Grilled Organic Beef Tenderloin served with volcanic rocks heated at over 500 degrees for guests to cook at preferred temperatures, served with pureed chimichurri, crispy garlic smashed potatoes, and portobello mushroom stuffed with ratatouille.
Dessert: Tres leches crem brûlée

first dance at the villa patio pool
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sparklers nightscape

The rest of the night was laid back. Everyone was dancing all night long on the poolside deck. They played some fun games like the infamous "shoe game". Then, everyone ended up in the pool late at night and enjoyed the nights cooled town temperatures. Congrats D+M - we can't wait to see you back soon!

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Features + Blogs From This Wedding

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Villa El Chante Wedding Featured on Carats + Cake

By Kerry Charlotte | October 15, 2020

Thank you Carats + Cake for featuring Danielle + Marcus’s Villa Wedding on your site this week!

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Danielle + Marcus Wedding Featured on Bem Me Quer Casar!

By Kerry Charlotte | October 12, 2020

We are so excited to feature Danielle + Marcus on Bem Me Quer Casar!

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Bride Magazine UK Feature

By Kerry Charlotte | August 24, 2020

A huge thank you to Bride Magazine UK for featuring us! See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott

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Featured on Business Insider Australia

By Kerry Charlotte | August 20, 2020

Thank you Business Insider Australia for this international press! We feel so fortunate to inspire people from all over the world with this wedding. See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott

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Featured on Business Insider India

By Kerry Charlotte | August 20, 2020

We have been featured in India! How exciting to see our work reach the four corners of the world. Thank you Business Insider India. See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott

Featured in South Africa

Featured in South Africa

By Kerry Charlotte | August 10, 2020

We have a new country to add to the list of our international press! We were featured in South Africa on Nubian Bride! Every time we get featured in a new country, we feel so fortunate. We are consistently inspired by other designers and planners from all over the world. We wholeheartedly believe that the … Read more

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Featured in Hungary

By Kerry Charlotte | August 10, 2020

Today we are sharing a new international article, titled Fairytale wedding photos from award-winning weddings, where we Danielle + Marcus’ wedding was featured in Hungary!

Destination Weddings Featured on MSN Lifestyle

Destination Weddings Featured on MSN Lifestyle

By Kerry Charlotte | August 10, 2020

We have been getting a ton of press from the Belief Awards! We were very excited to wake up to see two of our destination weddings featured on MSN lifestyle page! See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott

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13th edition of the Belief Awards celebrates the best weddings in the world! • Sapo Lifestyle

By Kerry Charlotte | August 5, 2020

Thank you SapoLifestyle for featuring us in your latest post about the 13th edition of the Belief Awards! See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott

Featured on Insider

By Kerry Charlotte | August 5, 2020

We’re excited to be featured on Insider in their 31 stunning photos of award-winning weddings from around the world article! See the full wedding gallery of Danielle + Marcus See the full wedding gallery of Nataly + Scott