18th-century villa with exquisite gardens and breathtaking Lake Como views.
A Villa Carlotta elopement package is built to navigate the specific requirements of marrying at a national monument.
We handle the venue’s strict rules on timing, access, and suppliers so you can have a seamless ceremony at one of Lake Como’s most significant cultural sites, without managing the complex logistics yourself.
Villa Carlotta is one of several distinct venues we work with. You can compare more Lake Como elopement venues to find the right fit.
This package is designed for a symbolic ceremony for two people on a weekday.
The starting price covers the core services needed for a beautiful, well-run elopement at Villa Carlotta, including a private ceremony area and full access to the gardens for photography.
| Included | What It Covers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full Planning & Coordination | Unlimited support, supplier booking and management, and a detailed timeline. | We handle all administration with the venue and suppliers directly. |
| Venue Rental Fee | Rental of a private ceremony area and access to the gardens for photography. | The villa offers different spaces. We help you choose between a smaller, intimate area or a larger one that allows for more decor. |
| Hair & Makeup Artist | Professional hair and makeup services for one person. | The artist travels to your hotel, allowing for a calm start to the day. |
| Photography | 4 hours of professional photography coverage. | This captures your ceremony, portraits in the gardens, and a boat tour on the lake. |
| Symbolic Celebrant | A professional English-speaking celebrant to perform your personal ceremony. | For a legally binding civil ceremony, see the optional extras below. |
| Personal Florals | One seasonal bridal bouquet and one matching boutonnière. | All floral designs must be approved by the villa. |
| Private Boat Transfer | A Venetian taxi boat for a 1-hour tour and couple portraits on Lake Como. | This provides a classic Lake Como photography experience after your ceremony. |
Starting price: €13,026
Prices are for 2027 and are VAT inclusive. The final cost depends on guest count, day of the week, and any optional extras.
You can adapt the base package with services that fit your priorities. We manage the booking and coordination for any additions, ensuring they meet Villa Carlotta’s strict guidelines.
| Extra | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Videography | Couples who want to capture the sounds and motion of the day, from vows to the boat tour. | We work with videographers experienced with the villa's lighting and layout. Adds to the total cost. |
| Live Musicians | Adding a refined atmosphere to your ceremony with a solo harpist or violinist. | Music is restricted to acoustic instruments only. All musicians must be pre-approved by the villa. |
| Ceremony Florals | Small, freestanding floral arrangements to frame the ceremony space. | The larger ceremony area is required for any significant floral decor. All arrangements must be freestanding. |
| Legal Paperwork Assistance | Couples wanting a legally binding civil wedding. | This requires official paperwork, a translator, and a different package structure. The ceremony is held in a designated indoor room and increases the total cost. |
| Private Dinner for Two | A celebratory meal after your elopement. | Villa Carlotta does not host receptions or dinners. We book and coordinate a private dinner for you at a nearby restaurant. |
| Guest Management | Adding a small number of guests to your elopement. | This increases the venue fee and requires additional logistical coordination, which we manage. |
Planning an elopement at Villa Carlotta means working within the realities of a protected historic site. We manage these details, but it is important to understand them.
This timeline shows how a day can be structured around the venue’s rental slot to create a relaxed, well-paced experience.
Seeing how other couples have used the space helps you visualize your own elopement. These galleries show how the light, gardens, and architecture work together for an intimate ceremony.
For 2027, our Villa Carlotta elopement package starts at €13,026. This price is for a symbolic ceremony for two on a weekday and includes planning, a private ceremony area, hair and makeup, garden access for photos, 4 hours of photography, a celebrant, personal florals, and a private boat tour.
Yes, you can add guests. The base package is for two, but the venue can accommodate additional people. Adding guests will increase the total cost and may require selecting the larger ceremony space.
Yes, legally binding civil ceremonies are possible. They are subject to different rules, require official paperwork and a translator, and are conducted in a designated indoor space. This changes the package structure and cost.
For peak season dates from May to September, we recommend booking your Villa Carlotta elopement 9 to 12 months in advance. The villa has limited availability for events, and popular dates are reserved quickly.
The package includes a private ceremony area. You can choose between a smaller space, best for an intimate elopement for two, or a larger area that is better suited for guests and allows for more significant floral decorations. We help you select the right fit.
When you are ready to move forward, the first step is to check date availability with the villa.
Contact us with your preferred dates, and we will confirm if a 2027 slot is open.
From there, we provide a detailed proposal that outlines the full costs and timeline for your Villa Carlotta elopement package.
