BorgoMachetto
Borgo Machetto stands apart as a working agriturismo hotel that transforms its own vineyard estate into a wedding venue, offering couples the rare advantage of hosting celebrations surrounded by active wine production rather than merely decorative gardens.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- VBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo) · 45-90 minutes depending on airport
- Open season
- June – November
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 512
Borgo Machetto is a hotel destination wedding venue in Desenzano del Garda, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Brescia Montichiari Airport (also serves Milan Malpensa and Bergamo Orio al Serio) (VBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo)), 45-90 minutes depending on airport. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Borgo Machetto in Desenzano del Garda, open June–November.
Borgo Machetto stands apart as a working agriturismo hotel that transforms its own vineyard estate into a wedding venue, offering couples the rare advantage of hosting celebrations surrounded by active wine production rather than merely decorative gardens.
Located on the shores of Lake Garda, this 4.7-rated property provides direct access to water views while maintaining authentic rural Italian operations across its 11-hectare property.
Guests enjoy accommodation within the venue itself, eliminating the need for shuttle coordination and creating a genuine multi-day retreat.
Amazing place! In the nature! But close to anything you need! Nice and big swimming pool! Very spacious! Very very beautiful! Rooms original, and big! Very nice and polite staff! Well maintained! It has kept its originality! Highly recommended! To definitely come back!
4 notes, from the desk.
11-hectare agriturismo property with active vineyards and wine production on-site
Hotel rooms available directly at the venue for 40+ guests staying overnight
Lake Garda waterfront location with beach access and sunset ceremony backdrops
On-site restaurant serving meals prepared from estate-grown ingredients
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Borgo Machetto.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome aperitivo at the wine bar
- 7:30 PMRehearsal dinner with estate wine pairing in the restaurant
- 10:00 AMOptional vineyard tour and wine tasting for early-rising guests
- 4:00 PMWedding ceremony on the lakefront terrace
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour with lake views and wine reception
- 7:30 PMReception dinner in the restaurant or garden pavilion
- 9:00 AMBrunch and farewell gathering; guest checkout
Things worth knowing.
VBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo) · 45-90 minutes depending on airport
Guests fly into Brescia Montichiari Airport (also serves Milan Malpensa and Bergamo Orio al Serio). The desk arranges every transfer.
€4,500-12,000
Pricing varies by season (peak summer rates higher); wine estate tours and tastings available at additional cost; final quote requires consultation with events coordinator at borgomachetto.it
€800-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€55-85 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€90-180 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – November
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we get married outdoors on the vineyard grounds?+
Yes. The property offers multiple outdoor ceremony locations among the vineyard terraces and along the lakefront, with covered pavilion options for weather contingency.
Is accommodation included with the venue rental?+
Accommodation is separate from venue rental but available at discounted rates for wedding parties. Room blocks can be negotiated directly through their events team.
Can we arrange wine pairings from the estate wines?+
The on-site winery produces wines available for purchase and pairing with your reception menu. Custom tasting experiences can be arranged for rehearsal dinners.
What is the minimum guest count?+
Minimum capacity is 20 guests. The venue accommodates up to 150 people across its spaces.
Are outside caterers permitted?+
The property has an in-house restaurant team. Outside catering arrangements require prior approval; inquire during your initial consultation.
Hold dates at Borgo Machetto.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.