Hotel

Borgo Machetto

25015 Desenzano del Garda BS, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Brescia Montichiari Airport (also serves Milan Malpensa and Bergamo Orio al Serio) (VBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo)), 45-90 minutes depending on airport

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.

Highlights

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
Capacity to accommodate 20-150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportVBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo)

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Plan your wedding at Borgo Machetto

Getting there

Brescia Montichiari Airport (also serves Milan Malpensa and Bergamo Orio al Serio) (VBS (Brescia) / MXP (Milan) / BGY (Bergamo))

45-90 minutes depending on airport to venue

Private Car/Driver

€80-120 one way

45 minutes from Brescia · Recommended for wedding parties; can be arranged through hotel concierge

Rental Car

€40-60 daily rental

45 minutes from Brescia · Direct highway access via A4 autostrada; ample parking on-site

Train + Local Transfer

€15-25 train + €25-40 transfer

90 minutes from Milan Centrale · Desenzano del Garda train station 5km away; hotel can arrange pickup

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800-1,500 (venue rental for ceremony space)

Reception (per guest)

€55-85 (food and beverage, wine included)

Accommodation (per night)

€90-180 (guest rooms, subject to availability and season)

Estimated total

€4,500-12,000+ (for 50 guests, one night accommodation, ceremony and reception)

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

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

4:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome aperitivo at the wine bar

7:30 PMRehearsal dinner with estate wine pairing in the restaurant

Saturday

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

Sunday

9:00 AMBrunch and farewell gathering; guest checkout

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

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.