About Lake Como
Located in the Lombardy region, Lake Como is one of Italy's crown jewels. It lies at the foothills of the Alps, stretches 29 miles, and is Italy's third-biggest lake.
The glacial lake is a popular spot amongst tourists thanks to its majestic natural landscape, palatial buildings, and luxurious edge. It famously served as a backdrop to Bond movie Casino Royale, and is beloved by the likes of George and Amal Clooney.
While Lake Como has plenty to offer year-round, the destination comes alive between April and October when many of the houses and gardens are open to the public. During June and July, Lake Como represents the pinnacle of Italian summer - where warm evenings, vibrant landscapes, and international prestige converge. If you're hankering after a slice of La Dolce Vita, Lake Como certainly delivers.
About This Experience
This experience is designed to capture that atmosphere through full villa exclusivity and personalised service.
Guests enjoy complete privacy within a historic property reserved solely for their use, supported by a professional team ensuring seamless operations throughout the stay. The private Riva boat allows for flexible lake excursions, restaurant visits, and shoreline exploration, while the resident chef crafts daily menus using seasonal Italian ingredients.
The hero experience - a private after-hours dinner at Villa del Balbianello - offers rare access to one of the lake’s most iconic locations, transformed into an intimate setting enhanced by live music and curated service.
Sample Bespoke Itinerary (4–5 Nights)
Day 1 - Arrival & Villa Welcome
Private transfer to Lake Como and arrival at your exclusive-use villa. Meet your dedicated team and enjoy a welcome dinner prepared by the resident chef.
Days 2–3 - Lake Exploration & Villa Living
Spend mornings at leisure — swimming, relaxing, or cruising by private Riva boat with your captain. Optional visits to lakeside towns, private shopping, or waterside dining. Evenings feature bespoke in-villa culinary experiences.
Day 4 - Hero Experience: Villa del Balbianello
Private after-hours access to Villa del Balbianello. Candlelit dinner accompanied by a live Italian quartet, creating a truly unforgettable setting overlooking the lake.
Day 5 - Departure
Final breakfast at the villa before private transfer onward.
Highlights
Exclusive-use historic lakefront villa
Full villa staff and dedicated service team
Private Riva boat and captain throughout the stay
Michelin-starred chef residency for bespoke dining
Private dock access and enhanced discretion
Hero experience: After-hours candlelit dinner at Villa del Balbianello with live quartet
Peak summer Lake Como season
Why This Experience
"Lake Como in peak summer represents one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations. This villa season experience combines exclusivity, culinary excellence, and iconic access to deliver a private Italian escape of exceptional scale and prestige." - The Sybarite
To Note
Best Experience Dates: June – July 2026
Final cost dependent on property, staffing level, and bespoke enhancements
High demand during peak season — early enquiry strongly recommended
All experiences are fully customised and subject to availability
