The Villa at Ridder Country Club


Guest capacity

Up to 280 seated guests


About this venue

Whether you’re looking for sophisticated, indoor elegance or upscale, outdoor chic, The Villa is host to three unique and distinctive spaces perfect for your special day. With separate ceremony options, you can exchange vows under the charming outdoor pergola or transform a ballroom into a sacred ceremony space. No matter the season, The Grand Ballroom, Madera Ballroom, and the Tent offer diverse and captivating options for every taste and style. Among Saphire Event Group's four venues—Saphire Estate, The Villa, Avenir, and The Lakehouse—we pride ourselves in maintaining fresh, well-appointed, and up-to-date surroundings. Our expertly trained staff have a singular focus: creating the picturesque backdrop for the biggest event of your life. We keep an eye on every detail, so you can keep your eye on making memories!


Our event spaces

Tent

Garden Romance

Ensconced by a posh garden and breathtaking grounds, The Tent is the ultimate outdoor space for a romantic evening under the stars with 270 of your nearest and dearest. Enjoy cocktails al fresco by the crackling fire pit and cozy seating area on the outskirts of the tent. Then tear up the dance floor under the dramatically backlit, draped ceiling with chic chandeliers and twinkling lights.

Guest capacity

75-270 Seated

75-270 Standing

Square footage

5,400

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

- Permanent flooring, natural wood chandeliers, & 20’ x 30’ white dance floor - Elegant white drapery accented by ambient LED uplighting - Exclusive outdoor ceremony area with white pergola - White Chiavari chairs- 60’ round tables with white linens & napkins - An array of high and low cocktail tables - Cozy firepit with a variety of comfortable outdoor lounge seating - Air-conditioned restrooms - Private wedding suite - Fully operational kitchen onsite for oven-to-table service

Room cost

Rental fee varies based on day of the week and season

Grand Ballroom

Contemporary Chic

Dance the night away under the Grand Ballroom’s gold-accented ceiling and sparkling chandeliers. Sip cocktails and mingle with your guests among the glamorous opalescent walls and impressive, custom-built bar in the expansive cocktail space. A dramatically-lit ballroom with modern amenities, newly-updated light fixtures, and an enchanting fourteen-foot linear fireplace creates the perfect ambiance for a dazzling affair.

Guest capacity

75-280 Seated

75-340 Standing

Square footage

3,400

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

-Floor-length house linens with house overlays -Chiavari chairs and tables -Separate cocktail space featuring a variety of modern furniture & seating, as well as its own bar -Private wedding suite -Elegantly framed table numbers

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Madera Ballroom

Rustic Elegance

The Madera Ballroom exudes charm with its striking, white, shiplap ceiling, dark wood exposed beams, and stately fireplaces at each end of the room. This one-of-a-kind, French-inspired ballroom radiates romance with a modern flair and Tudor-style windows. The Madera Ballroom’s picturesque and versatile space can be transformed from ceremony to reception easily, making it an ideal venue for any couple.

Guest capacity

75-220 Seated

75-270 Standing

Square footage

3,100

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

-Floor-length house linens with house overlays -Chiavari chairs and tables -Separate cocktail space featuring a variety of modern furniture & seating, as well as its own bar -Private wedding suite with outdoor patio -Elegantly framed table numbers

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Tent

Garden Romance

Ensconced by a posh garden and breathtaking grounds, The Tent is the ultimate outdoor space for a romantic evening under the stars with 270 of your nearest and dearest. Enjoy cocktails al fresco by the crackling fire pit and cozy seating area on the outskirts of the tent. Then tear up the dance floor under the dramatically backlit, draped ceiling with chic chandeliers and twinkling lights.

Guest capacity

75-270 Seated

75-270 Standing

Square footage

5,400

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

- Permanent flooring, natural wood chandeliers, & 20’ x 30’ white dance floor - Elegant white drapery accented by ambient LED uplighting - Exclusive outdoor ceremony area with white pergola - White Chiavari chairs- 60’ round tables with white linens & napkins - An array of high and low cocktail tables - Cozy firepit with a variety of comfortable outdoor lounge seating - Air-conditioned restrooms - Private wedding suite - Fully operational kitchen onsite for oven-to-table service

Room cost

Rental fee varies based on day of the week and season


Available services that can be provided by The Villa at Ridder Country Club

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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  • The Villa - Madera Ballroom

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    Shannon S.Dec 4, 2024

    The Villa is the first venue that my now-husband and I visited when we were looking for a place to host our wedding. From the very beginning, the Saphire Event Group staff at The Villa were unbelievably knowledgeable and helpful, answering all of our questions even before we picked them as our venue. Once we picked the date and the wedding got closer, we were paired with our event producer, Daniella Cimino. Daniella was nothing short of exceptional throughout our whole planning process. She made sure that all of our questions were answered, that we felt confident in the timeline of our day, and made sure to go over even the smallest of details to make sure that nothing was missed. We truly cannot thank Daniella and the event staff at The Villa enough for their professionalism, attention to detail, and hard work to ensure our day was picture-perfect. The food was incredible, our guests are still raving about all of the unique options and how great their entrees were. We would absolutely recommend working with this venue, their team, and Daniella to anyone who is considering this venue for their special day.

  • We LOVE The Villa!

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    Deborah V.Nov 13, 2024

    We absolutely loved our time at The Villa! Starting with the day we first toured the place to leaving the reception to get to our honeymoon, their services went above and beyond. Absolutely recommend the tent and the garden space right next to it, truly felt like a Pinterest dream. All this would have not been possible without Ellen, our wedding day coordinator. Not only did she keep things in check and on time throughout the big day, but she was super accommodating to our requests, knew how to work with our bridal party and guests, and showed an enthusiasm that allowed us to be even more excited during the planning process. Worth every penny!!!

  • Just Phenomenal!

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    Victoria G.Oct 31, 2024

    If I could give 10 stars, I would! Absolutely amazing experience with planning our wedding at The Villa. Right from the start I knew I wanted to get married here. The team was phenomenal and always responsive to any questions I had. Ellen was our Event Producer-HIGHLY recommend! Planning a wedding is stressful, but she made the process easier! Becky was our day of attendant and she was THE BEST! Always right by our side to make sure we had everything we need. Holding an umbrella over me when the rain almost washed our day away. Always right behind me to help with my dress, always had a drink ready for me and my husband, just an amazing person and experience the entire day! 10/10 Team! Thank you Ellen, Becky, and the rest of the crew that helped make 06/07/2024 so special for us!

  • Amazing!!!

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    Rachel L.Oct 20, 2024

    My husband and I got married at The Villa in the Madera Ballroom on 10/18/24 and had the most perfect day. Ellen, our event producer, was so helpful to us during every step of the planning process. She was extremely detail oriented and was so responsive to any questions we had at any point. We had an in depth meeting 2 weeks out from our wedding day that reviewed every detail of our day, including an in depth timeline, which made the wedding day run without a hitch. On the day of our wedding, Ellen and the dedicated team for our event were so helpful. One thing I absolutely loved is that they provided a "bridal attendant" who was always around to grab us a drink, hold my dress, and make sure we got to enjoy our delicious cocktail hour appetizers. We got so many compliments from our guests on the food, the beauty of the space, and how smoothly our wedding was run! Highly recommend choosing The Villa as your venue!