Estate

Villa Geno

22100 Como CO, Italy, Italy30–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:30–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Milan Malpensa International (MXP), 90 minutes by car

Guests arrive at Villa Geno via a tree-lined drive along Lake Como's shoreline, stepping into an 18th-century estate where terraced gardens and water views set the stage for celebration. The property's restored interiors and lakeside porticos create intimate spaces for ceremonies and receptions, while the surrounding Como landscape becomes your backdrop. Staff orchestrate events with precision, allowing guests to move seamlessly from welcome aperitivo to seated dinner without the friction of typical venue logistics.

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Highlights

18th-century Lombardy estate spanning multiple restored buildings on Viale Geno
Direct lakefront access with private boat landing for guest arrivals
Capacity up to 150 guests across indoor halls and terraced outdoor spaces
Google rating: 4.5/5 stars with consistent praise for service and ambiance
Professional event coordination team manages timings, setup, and full-service catering logistics

Quick facts

Capacity30–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportMXP

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Plan your wedding at Villa Geno

Getting there

Milan Malpensa International (MXP)

90 minutes by car to venue

Private car transfer

€80–150 one way

90 minutes · Villa Geno can arrange or recommend car service from airport to estate

Train + car

€15–25 train; €20–40 taxi

1.5 hours total · Train from Milan Central to Como San Giovanni (1 hour), then taxi or rental car to Villa Geno (15 minutes)

Rental car

€40–70/day rental

85 minutes · Self-drive from Malpensa via A9 motorway toward Como

Water transfer

€200–400 charter

20 minutes · Private boat pickup from Como harbor to Villa Geno's private dock (by arrangement)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500–3,000

Reception (per guest)

€90–150 (food and beverage)

Accommodation (per night)

€120–300 (nearby hotels in Como)

Estimated total

€8,000–20,000+ for 50–100 guests (venue, catering, basic service)

Pricing varies by season (high: May–September; low: November–March). Flowers, photography, music, and rentals are additional. Alcohol, dessert courses, and premium menus increase per-head cost. Request formal quote directly from venue.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (day before wedding)

3:00 PMGuest arrival; welcome reception on the terrace with prosecco and lake views

Saturday

10:00 AMGuest check-in; aperitivo and mingling in garden lounge

2:00 PMCeremony on terraced garden; guests seated facing lake

3:30 PMCocktail hour; aperitivo and canapés on portico and garden paths

5:00 PMGuests move to dining hall; seated reception begins

10:00 PMDancing and final toasts; departure or overnight stay in Como

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we hold both ceremony and reception on-site?

Yes. Villa Geno offers terraced gardens for ceremonies and multiple indoor/outdoor reception spaces. The estate's layout allows guests to flow from one area to another without leaving the property.

Is accommodation available at the venue?

Villa Geno itself is a wedding venue; however, Como's town center is 2km away with numerous 4- and 5-star hotels. The estate can coordinate group rates and guest transportation.

What's included in the ceremony fee?

Ceremony space rental, use of gardens and porticos, and basic setup are included. Catering, flowers, music, and photography are arranged separately with preferred or outside vendors.

Can we use external catering?

Villa Geno offers in-house catering services. Outside catering is typically not permitted; discuss customization options directly with the venue coordinator.

What is the nearest airport?

Milan Malpensa (MXP) is 80km away, approximately 90 minutes by car. Como is also reachable via train from Milan in 1 hour.