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. SAPHIRE EVENT GROUP VENUES: Avenir | The Lakehouse | Saphire Estate | The Villa | Independence Harbor

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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.

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 - 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

Traditional 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.

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 - 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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  • Wedding Experience

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    Alexis M.Aug 25

    The Villa at Ridder Country Club was the perfect choice for our wedding venue. From the beginning, their communication was timely, professional, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was truly spectacular - the venue itself was absolutely beautiful, from the outside gardens where we had the ceremony to the tent where we had the reception. The food and drinks during cocktail hour and dinner were phenomenal and truly made the night spectacular. The wedding producer, Lexie, and the bridal attendant, Becky, were two people who truly made the day great and ensured everything went off without a hitch. Ultimately, The Villa provided a great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and great employees who were professional and knowledgeable. We couldn't have asked for a better venue for our special day.

  • Wedding Day

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    RyanAug 14

    Got married at the Villa this summer and couldn’t have chosen a better place than the Villa. They were extremely helpful and accommodating through the entire process. Serena and team were on top of everything and were always friendly and attentive to help make the day as incredible and smooth as possible. As the Bride and Groom it was great knowing they had everything under control and there was not anything to worry about. Also the food is incredible, a lot of our guests mentioned to us that it was delicious and the best food they have had at a wedding!

  • INCREDIBLE!!!

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    FFAug 13

    The staff is very professional and knowledgeable. If you are looking for a venue to have a special event, I’d suggest this place as #1. On top of a gorgeous event space, grounds and plenty of parking you have a wonderful staff and team that helps your big day go seamlessly. The Grand Ballroom at The Villa was unmatched and had all of our guests in awe with the simple decorations we chose but how elegant and uplifting the space was. My husband and I planned a wedding in 5.5 months and Lexie, our event planner, made sure we stayed on task, on time, and on cloud 9. Our wedding day was made special with the extra assistance we received and all of the wonderful food that was served. All of our family and friends loved every aspect of the wedding, venue and reception. I’d do it all over again with them.

  • Amazing Experience!!

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    Siobhan G.Aug 9, 2025

    We could not have asked for a better wedding experience at The Villa! Our coordinator, Lexie, was absolutely incredible—so attentive, organized, and genuinely caring from start to finish. She helped us with every detail of planning, made the entire process stress-free, and ensured everything ran perfectly on the big day. The experience felt so personal and completely tailored to our vision, while all the complicated, behind-the-scenes work was seamlessly handled. Thanks to Lexie, we were able to fully enjoy every moment of our day without a single worry. Also, we absolutely loved the Madera Ballroom and Garden, and the food was delicious!! The chef was so accommodating by being open to creating some dishes that were culturally significant to our families. We truly could not have had a better experience and I wholeheartedly recommend the Villa to anyone!