Private Dinner with Count's Family at Historic Villa

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Lake Como with an exclusive evening inside the private home of Count Claudio and his family. Meet in the beautiful Piazza San Giorgio in the heart of Varenna before a short walk to a historic villa, a treasured family residence passed down through generations.

Welcomed by your hosts, you'll discover the villa's elegant rooms, family stories, and terraced gardens before settling onto a panoramic terrace with spectacular views over Lake Como, Bellagio, and Tremezzo.

Enjoy a homemade dinner with an aperitivo and wine, garden vegetables, traditional Italian appetizers, seasonal risotto, and homemade tiramisu. Share conversations with lifelong residents of Varenna and experience genuine Italian hospitality in a setting few visitors ever have the opportunity to enter.
More than a dinner, this is a rare cultural experience offering an intimate glimpse into the history, traditions, and everyday life of one of Lake Como's distinguished local families.

Example Menu

Starter

Welcome aperitivo

A glass of local wine with seasonal garden vegetables, fresh salad, and a selection of Italian cold cuts.

Main

Seasonal risotto

Homemade risotto prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.

Dessert

Homemade Tiramisu

Traditional homemade tiramisu served with Italian coffee.

What's Included

Guided visit of the private historic villa and gardens
Welcome by Count Claudio and his family Stories about the villa, family history and local traditions
Panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Como
Wine / Prosecco
Exclusive access to a private residence
Homemade multi-course dinner Welcome aperitivo Local cold cuts and seasonal appetizers Fresh garden vegetables and salad Seasonal risotto Homemade tiramisu Choice of red or white wine Water coffee
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Piazza San Giorgio

The meeting point is opposite the hotel Royal Victoria

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Meet your host in the heart of Varenna before taking a short walk to a private historic villa. Explore the elegant home and terraced gardens while learning about the family's history. Then enjoy a homemade Italian dinner with wine on a panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Como. Spend the evening sharing stories with your hosts and experiencing authentic local hospitality in an intimate, exclusive setting.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Picnickle

Tags

Dining Experiences
Dinner
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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