A Four-Day Celebration at Villa Cordevigo

A four-day Celebration at Villa Cordevigo

Events Overview

Lucy Claire Events was commissioned to design and deliver a spectacular four-day 60^th birthday celebration for an American client at Villa Cordevigo—a 38-bedroom Relais & Châteaux hotel nestled between Verona and Lake Garda. With additional guests staying at three nearby hotels, the event welcomed 115 attendees for a weekend of elegance, entertainment and Italian charm.

Each evening featured a distinct dining experience in a different part of the villa’s grounds, culminating in a gala-style White Party on Saturday night. Guests enjoyed curated activities throughout the weekend, from wine tasting and cookery classes to opera in Verona, with flexible transport and on-demand excursions available.

Services Delivered

Venue Finding: Conducting a pan-European search across Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland and Scotland to find the perfect setting.

Concept Design: Crafting a progressive dinner journey, from relaxed BBQ to formal gala, each with its own atmosphere and styling.

Guest Communications: Designing and managing a bespoke event website to streamline information and updates.

Full Event Management: Overseeing all planning, logistics and on-site delivery across four days.

Supplier Coordination: Collaborating with Italian partners to deliver AV, floristry, entertainment and activities—navigating language barriers with ease.

Transport Management: Coordinating a fleet of 10 six-seater vehicles for airport transfers and guest excursions.

Budget Oversight: Managing financial planning across all event elements.

Videography & Photography: Coordinating two videographers and one photographer, including post-event film editing.

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What our Client said

Lucy Hall is an exceptional event planner, and I had the good fortune to work with her for more than a year on an event of great personal importance. I began with only a vague vision for my 60th birthday — a weekend gathering to bring together far-flung friends and family in a truly special setting. It was a nice idea, but one without much structure. Lucy’s remarkable ability to ask thoughtful, probing questions transformed that loose concept into an ambitious and deeply meaningful series of events, culminating in an unforgettable weekend at a stunning villa just outside Verona — an ideal venue I would never have discovered on my own.

Lucy’s instinct for aligning the event with such a spectacular location was informed by hours of meticulous site visits. She rigorously evaluates every detail to ensure a venue is exactly right for her clients.

When it came time for execution, she and her team were nothing short of extraordinary. Every element was carried out flawlessly and made to appear effortless, while Lucy herself remained calm and composed despite the inevitable challenges of weather and logistics.

Thanks to Lucy’s dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence, I was able to fully enjoy this milestone celebration with my friends and family. Guests repeatedly remarked on how seamlessly everything unfolded. I am certain none of it would have been possible without her talent, energy, and care.

Lucy is deeply invested in creating perfect experiences for her clients, and that commitment is evident in every detail, both seen and unseen.

I would not hesitate to recommend Lucy to anyone planning a special event — in fact, I would insist on it.

Highlights

Friday’s rustic harvest-style dinner on the villa’s tree-lined drive featured long tables dressed with herbs and lemons, echoing the spirit of Italian grape and olive pickers.
Saturday’s White Party included a four-course dinner, ten heartfelt speeches, live opera and dancing to a funk band under the stars.
Sunday’s opera outing to Verona included an exclusive courtyard dinner at Dari Restaurant and a performance by Jonas Kaufmann at the Arena di Verona.

Guest Impact
Guests were free to choose activities spontaneously, with our team ready to accommodate requests in real time. The success of this event was a testament to the strength, flexibility and warmth of our on-site crew and pre-event planners.

Event Planning

At Lucy Claire Events, we specialise in delivering unique corporate parties that reflect your company’s brand and values. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, we ensure every detail is tailored to provide an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Venue Finding

Lucy Claire Events offers expert venue finding services. With access to a wide range of unique and stunning venues, we help you choose the ideal setting for your event, whether it’s a chic city venue or a peaceful countryside retreat.