Villa Balbiano Wedding Costs
Villa Balbiano is one of the most iconic and stunning wedding venues in Italy. Located on the shores of Lake Como in Lombardy, the villa dates back to the 15th century and offers breathtaking landscapes, ornate architecture and luxurious amenities fit for royalty.
But with such grandeur and opulence comes a hefty price tag - hosting your wedding at Villa Balbiano will certainly not come cheap.
In this guide, we'll break down the various costs you can expect when tying the knot at this beautiful venue.
Rental and Site Fees
The base rental fee to hold your ceremony and reception at Villa Balbiano starts at €30,000 for weekends from April to October. This covers a five hour event with a maximum guest count of 150. Additional guests above 150 are charged at €150 per head.
You'll also need to pay site fees on top of the base rental. These include:
- €5,000 cleaning fee
- €2,000 refundable damage deposit
- €1,000 security fee
For weekday or off-season weddings (November to March), rental fees are reduced to €20,000 but the additional site fees remain the same.
Catering and Beverage Costs
Villa Balbiano requires you to use their in-house caterer for your wedding. While this ensures the highest quality food is served, it also drives up costs significantly.
The catering minimum spend is €100 per person for sit-down served meals. This covers everything from appetizers and pasta to dessert. A reduced €80/person minimum applies for buffet services.
In addition to food, you'll need to factor in beverage costs. A basic open bar with house wine, beer and soft drinks runs €30-40 per person for three hours of service. Upgrading to top shelf spirits brings the per person cost up to €50-60.
Staffing and Service Fees
Professional staff is essential to smoothly run your large-scale event at Villa Balbiano. The venue requires you hire their recommended vendors for the following services:
- €4,000 for a wedding coordinator
- €3,000 for a maître d'
- €2,000 for an event manager
- €1,500 for cleaning staff during your event
Additional staff like servers, bartenders, valet parkers etc are charged at €25-30 per hour per person.
Other Potential Costs
Depending on your wedding vision, there may be several other line items to include in your Villa Balbiano budget:
- Decorations and floral arrangements - €5,000 minimum
- Ceremony musicians - €1,500 and up per musician
- Photography and videography - €3,000-10,000 each
- Wedding coordinators - €1,500
- Transportation - Quotes available for luxury vehicle rentals and boat charters
You'll likely need to reserve one or more guest rooms at a luxury Lake Como hotel as well. Suite rates start at €1,000/night.
Sample Villa Baliano Wedding Budget
Here's an estimate for a 150-guest weekend wedding at Villa Balbiano in June:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Venue Rental Fee | €30,000 |
| Additional Site Fees | €8,000 |
| Catering (€100/person x 150 guests) | €15,000 |
| Beverages (€40/person x 150 guests) | €6,000 |
| Staffing Services | €10,500 |
| Decor and Flowers | €7,500 |
| Photography and Videography | €8,000 |
| Transportation | €3,000 |
| Total Estimated Cost | €88,000 |
Booking Information
To learn more about availability, place a hold on your date or receive a custom quote, contact the Villa Balbiano weddings team.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +39 031-95-03-300
You'll need to submit a non-refundable £5,000 deposit to secure your date. The full estimated balance is due 2 months before the wedding.
We hope this guide has provided a clear overview of everything involved in hosting a dream wedding at the magnificent Villa Balbiano. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any other questions.
