Historic 17th-century villa on Lake Como with stunning gardens and timeless elegance.
A Villa Pizzo elopement package offers access to one of Lake Como’s most protected and private estates.
As a national monument, the villa operates under strict rules, including set time slots and limited access to specific areas like the Darsena.
Our role is to manage these constraints for you, securing the venue and coordinating every supplier so the process feels simple and clear.
This package is designed to give you a seamless experience within the villa’s required framework.
Villa Pizzo is one of several distinct venues we work with; you can compare more Lake Como elopement venues to find the right fit.
Our starting package for a Villa Pizzo elopement is built for two people and includes a symbolic ceremony overlooking the lake on a weekday. The price reflects the core elements needed for a beautiful, well-run celebration, with every detail managed by our team.
| Included | What It Covers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full Planning & Coordination | Full planning, supplier management, and on-site coordination. | We handle all contracts, payments, and scheduling. |
| Venue Rental Fee | 3 hours exclusive rental. | Weekday access only. This is a strict venue rule. |
| Photography | 4 hours of photography coverage. | Includes a photographer from our vetted team. |
| Symbolic Celebrant | English-speaking celebrant for a personalized symbolic ceremony. | This package is for a symbolic ceremony, which is not legally binding. |
| Personal Florals | 1 bridal bouquet and 1 matching boutonnière. | Customized to your color palette. |
| Private Boat Transfer | 1-hour private Riva boat tour on Lake Como after the ceremony. | A classic lake experience for portraits. |
Starting price: €14,680
Prices are VAT inclusive. The final cost depends on guest count, day of the week, and any optional extras.
You can add services to the base package to fit your needs. Below are the most common additions and how they change the planning and budget.
| Extra | Best For | How It Affects the Package |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremony Florals | Defining the ceremony space and adding personal style. | We coordinate with our floral designer on arrangements suited to the Darsena. All designs must be pre-approved by the villa. |
| Legal Paperwork Assistance | Couples who want a legally binding civil ceremony in Italy. | We manage the paperwork and schedule a civil ceremony at the town hall, separate from the symbolic ceremony at Villa Pizzo. |
| Professional Videography | Capturing the full story and sound of the day. | Adds a second creative professional to coordinate. We manage their timeline and access. |
| Hair & Makeup Artist | A relaxed morning without having to travel to a salon. | We schedule the artist to come to your hotel, ensuring your timeline connects perfectly with your ceremony start time. |
| Live Musicians | Adding atmosphere to the ceremony. | Villa Pizzo only permits unamplified acoustic music, such as a harp or violin. We source and manage the musician. |
| Guest Management | Elopements with up to 8 guests (10 total). | Increases the venue fee and requires coordination for transport and seating. We manage all guest logistics. |
Villa Pizzo is a historic property and a national monument. Understanding its specific rules is key to a smooth event. We manage these details for you, but it is important to know them.
We build a detailed timeline so you know exactly what to expect. This is a sample schedule for a late afternoon ceremony at Villa Pizzo.
These galleries show how the venue appears in different seasons and lighting conditions. They provide a realistic sense of the space, the scale, and how a well-planned day flows from one moment to the next.
To begin planning your Villa Pizzo elopement, contact us to check availability for your preferred dates. We will confirm the villa’s current openings, discuss how the venue’s rules fit your vision, and provide a detailed proposal based on your specific needs. This first step ensures Villa Pizzo is the right choice before moving forward.
