Contemporary Italian Style: A Hotel Villa Cipressi Wedding

There are few places in the world more magical than Lake Como —  it’s Italy’s most exclusive destination, perhaps known for its architectural villas and stunning landscapes. If a destination wedding to this gorgeous lago is in your future, I highly recommend a Hotel Villa Cipressi wedding. This luxury waterfront resort embodies everything there is to love about Lake Como!

Set in Italy’s north, Lake Como has been a favorite destination of European aristocracy for years, but today offers spectacular cuisine, lots of opportunities for boating and relaxation in the summer, and uniquely Italian architecture — all of which you can enjoy at Hotel Villa Cipressi! 

Set in the charming village of Varenna, here’s why weddings at Hotel Villa Cipressi are perfect for couples seeking traditional Italian elegance, just made for romance. 

Elegance Personified: Your Hotel Villa Cipressi Wedding Venue

When you get married at Hotel Villa Cipressi, you truly feel like you’re living in a fairytale. The property is so classically beautiful, consisting of grand villas and lush botanic gardens, originally built for a noble Italian family. 

There are three outdoor terraces, along with the unique and biodiverse botanic garden, all ideal choices for an outdoor ceremony. 

With a spectacular pergola, covered in vines, overlooking the sparkling lake, your reception here will be dreamy, stylish, and just completely inviting — think abundant florals everywhere, prosecco toasts, and live music as you and your guests dance the night away! The rustic Italian charm is everywhere here, from the ancient cobblestones to the intricate wrought iron balconies. 

You can rent Hotel Villa Cipressi for exclusive use, and there are also 32 rooms, stylishly renovated with lake or village views, for you and your wedding party to relax in and enjoy. 

Weddings here are offered a custom menu, so you can select your favorite Italian dishes, using locally sourced ingredients, along with matched wines — sounds like perfection!  

Why You’ll Fall In Love With Your Hotel Villa Cipressi Wedding Photos

As your Hotel Villa Cipressi wedding photographer, we can create such stunning imagery here, especially taking advantage of the golden evening light that streams over Hotel Villa Cipressi in the warmer months. 

Strolling through the property, there are so many gardens and waterfront viewpoints where we can take beautifully candid photos, but if you’re going to arrive at your venue via boat, this is a fantastic opportunity to take such romantic couples’ pictures on the water, framed by the mountains in the background and the shimmering deep blue waters. 

I also love the venue’s elegant fountains and stone columns, as shooting near these elements really helps tell the story of your Italian destination wedding, but without distracting from the beauty of your love story! Your images will be filled with light, lots of natural beauty, and will accurately capture the love, excitement, and energy of your perfect Lake Como wedding. 

If you’re looking for a destination wedding photographer in Italy, I’m so excited to help you create some photography magic in Lake Como! Please contact me to get started and I can’t wait to hear more about your Italian wedding plans.