2025 Auction Lots

Six (6) nights of ultimate luxury in Italy with Black Book Villas in September or October 2025 for three (3) couples

VIP Meet and Greet, roundtrip airport services with customs assistance
Roundtrip, airport transfers

Lake Como, Italy:
Five (5) nights’ accommodations at Black Book Villas’ Villa Breakwater Griante in Lake Como
Villa features eight (8) bedroom suites, over 20,400 sq. ft. of modern living space with magical lakefront setting, cinema room, cellar, cozy cigar room, high-tech fitness and spa areas, heated pool and spacious terraces
Private three (3) hour Giuditta Lake Como boat tour aboard a traditional Venetian water taxi
Aperitivo at Hotel Passalacqua
Aperitivo at Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como
Selection of Roccapesta and Vanzini wines provided at the villa during the stay
Daily chef and butler
Dedicated 24-hour concierge to assist with arrangements and reservations

Milan, Italy:
One (1) night’s accommodation in Suites at BVLGARI Hotel Milano
Breakfast included at the hotel

Anyone who has visited Lake Como will carry memories of its serene beauty and unspoiled landscapes for the rest of their lives. Little wonder that the lake has been a retreat for aristocrats and wealthy individuals since Roman times, when the first villas and palaces were built along the shoreline.

Three lucky couples will spend five nights at the Villa Breakwater Griante, on the western shore of Lake Como, near Tremezzina. The pine forest surrounding the luxury villa gives way to a lakefront setting with access to a pebble beach. The property is a crown jewel of Black Book Villas, a collection of the finest holiday residences for Summer and Winter in Europe and around the world.

The design of the villa is contemporary, with geometric lines and elements of wood, leather, steel and glass along with the finest Italian furnishings and artwork enhancing its open-plan layout. The home has everything your group could possibly wish for: air conditioning, eight bedroom suites (including a master suite with a 3,800 square foot terrace), state-of-the-art entertainment and automation systems, a well-stocked wine cellar, a cigar room, high-tech fitness and spa areas and a top deck with heated pool and panoramic terrace views.

You’ll explore the lake aboard a traditional Venetian water taxi and visit some of the area’s iconic addresses. Sip an aperitivo at the acclaimed Hotel Passalacqua in Moltrasio, named the best hotel in the world by The World’s 50 Best Hotels. On another evening, enjoy a pre-dinner drink at the Mandarin Oriental, a 19th century Neoclassical building on the shores of the lake. Back at your villa, your private chef will prepare dinner, your butler will attend to your every need and your personal concierge will help plan the following day’s activities.

During your stay, you’ll sample selections from two of Italy’s outstanding artisan wineries. Founded in 2003, Roccapesta is located in Maremma, one of Tuscany’s most exciting winegrowing areas. The vineyards are concentrated on Sangiovese, and two of their reserve wines (Calestaia and Vigna Liuzza) have repeatedly won prestigious awards such as the Tre Bicchieri (Three Glasses) designation from Gambero Rosso.

Vanzini is a family business that was founded in 1890 in the hills of Oltrepò Pavese in Lombardy. They are known for producing one of the best sparkling wines in Italy, and their Pinot Noir has consistently won gold medals in international competitions.

You won’t want to leave Lake Como, but you can look forward to an overnight stay at the Five-star BVLGARI Hotel Milano. Located in an 18th-century palazzo near La Scala and the Accademia di Brera, the hotel offers spacious suites, a spa and fitness center and every possible luxury and convenience.

This lot is not just an offering of a vacation but an invitation to indulge in the art of Italian living. For the six lucky winners, this will be more than a getaway: It will be a journey into the heart of La Dolce Vita, enhanced by the impeccable and attentive services of Black Book Villas.

As you admire the breathtaking views over Lake Como, your winning bid will be improving the health, happiness and future of a child.

Insider's Info

This lot is for three (3) couples. It must be redeemed in September or October 2025, based on availability, and winners are requested to confirm their preferred travel dates by February 28, 2025. Suite category at BVLGARI Hotel Milano is based on availability. One (1) luxury van will provide airport transportation from Milan to the villa. The boat tour of Lake Como is three (3) hours. Additional hours can be booked at the winning bidders’ expense. Additional activities and transportation are not included but can be booked through the concierge at the winning bidders’ expense. A daily chef and butler will be at the villa for ten (10) hours a day, but food and beverages are not included except the limited Roccapesta and Vanzini stocked wines. Additional wines are at the winning bidders’ expense. Any additional requested staff over the ten (10) hours a day will be at the winning bidders’ expense of €35 per hour per staff member, plus VAT. Gratuities are not included for any portion of the trip.

Donor

Black Book Villas Ltd