Estate

Isola del Garda

25010 San Felice del Benaco BS, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Brescia Gabriele D'Annunzio Airport (BSX), 1 hour 15 minutes from airport to venue

Isola del Garda rises from the crystalline waters of Lake Garda as a private island estate, featuring a 19th-century Venetian Gothic villa surrounded by 10 acres of manicured gardens and cypress-lined terraces. Panoramic views extend across the lake's northern basin toward the Alpine peaks beyond. The venue offers complete seclusion with direct waterfront ceremony spaces and indoor halls accommodating intimate to mid-sized celebrations.

Highlights

Private island location accessible only by dedicated boat service from the mainland
Victorian-era villa built in 1901 with original frescoed interiors and period architecture
10-acre botanical gardens featuring rare Mediterranean and exotic plant species
Capacity for 20-150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception areas
On-site accommodation available for guests within the villa and guest cottages

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportBSX

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Plan your wedding at Isola del Garda

Getting there

Brescia Gabriele D'Annunzio Airport (BSX)

1 hour 15 minutes from airport to venue to venue

Car rental

€40-80 per day

1 hour from airport · Drive to San Felice del Benaco (25010), then proceed to the mainland boat dock

Private transfer

€90-150 per vehicle

1 hour from airport · Arranged through venue or third-party service from airport to boat dock

Boat transfer

Included with venue booking

10 minutes · Mandatory transfer from mainland dock to island (operated by venue)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,000-5,000

Reception (per guest)

€85-180

Accommodation (per night)

€150-400 per room

Estimated total

€15,000-45,000+ (50 guests, 2-night stay)

Pricing varies by season and guest count. Villa hire fee separate from catering. High-season (June-August) commands premium rates. Boat transfers included. Exact quotes require direct inquiry.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

5:00 PMGuest arrival and boat transfer to island; welcome aperitivo in gardens

Saturday

10:00 AMWedding ceremony on waterfront terrace

12:00 PMCocktail reception in villa gardens

3:00 PMSeated reception dinner in historic villa hall

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departure via boat

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

Frequently asked questions

How do guests arrive at the island?

The venue operates a private boat transfer service from the mainland dock in San Felice del Benaco. Transfer time is approximately 10 minutes. All guests are transported together, making arrival a coordinated group experience.

Can the venue accommodate both ceremony and reception?

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies take place on waterfront terraces or garden spaces, while indoor receptions utilize the historic villa's halls. The layout allows for sequential events throughout the day.

What is the guest capacity range?

The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on configuration and chosen spaces within the estate.

Are hotel accommodations included?

Guest rooms and cottages are available on the island for additional nightly fees. Multi-day stays are common, allowing guests to experience the full estate experience.

What season is best for a wedding here?

April through October offers optimal weather, though the venue operates year-round. Summer months (June-August) are warmest but most crowded regionally.