Villa del Balbianello Ceremony on Lake Como | Rachel & Jeff’s Intimate Lake Como Elopement

Rachel & Jeff’s Romantic Lake Como Wedding in Italy | Destination Wedding Photography

This incredible Lake Como wedding has left me dreaming of romantic Italian ceremonies and boat rides on the lake every single day since. Every detail was unforgettable, and it will always be one of the most meaningful weddings I’ve ever photographed—because it was my younger sister Rachel’s special day.

We stayed in Bellagio, Italy, and when it was time for the ceremony, we took a boat across the shimmering lake to the villa where Rachel and Jeff would say “I do.” The setting was breathtaking—an elegant Italian villa surrounded by gardens, water, and mountains. With a backdrop like Lake Como, Rachel and Jeff chose to keep the details simple and minimal, allowing the natural beauty of the venue to shine.

Their outdoor wedding ceremony was short, sweet, and filled with emotion. Afterward, we wandered the villa’s grounds for portraits, capturing quiet, candid moments of laughter, tears, and pure joy. At one point, we even bumped into professional golfer Justin Thomas—which Jeff joked was the second-best thing to happen to him that day!

Later in the afternoon, we boarded a boat for a scenic ride around Lake Como, soaking in the dreamy views as the newlyweds celebrated. The evening ended with an intimate dinner in Bellagio, surrounded by their closest family and friends. With heartfelt toasts, laughter, and more happy tears, the night was the perfect ending to an unforgettable celebration.

Rachel and Jeff’s destination wedding in Italy was truly magical, and I feel so lucky to have been both a sister and a photographer on such a meaningful day. Their joy, love, and lighthearted energy made the entire experience a dream to capture.

Congratulations, Rachel & Jeff—you created a wedding day that will be remembered forever!