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

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  • Best day ever!

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    LisaOct 23

    So happy we decided on The Villa for our September Wedding! The ceremony was held outdoors at the beautiful Madera Gardens. Their rustic pergola photographed so nicely as did the ballroom. We received so much positive feedback how smooth the night went and how delicious the food was! Lexie and Becky were wonderful to work with. Lexie was our assigned event producer. She executed the vision we had perfectly. Becky was the best wedding attendant! We never went hungry or thirsty the entire evening. She even packed up all the decorations for my family at the end of the night. They both saved me multiple times with some dress issues I was having. They went above and beyond to make the night so special for us! If you’re looking for a beautiful venue and want peace of mind that your night will go smoothly, definitely go with any of the SEG locations. They are truly the best in the business!

  • Amazing!

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    Heather S.Oct 15

    This venue was an absolute dream to work with from start to finish! Our event producer, Lexie, went above and beyond—she brought so much energy, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm to every step of the planning process. I also have to give huge thanks to Alicia, my bridal attendant on the wedding day. She was such an essential part of keeping me calm, organized, and able to fully enjoy the day. The space itself is breathtaking, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather. The food was outstanding—so many of our guests made a point to tell us how much they loved it! The entire day was filled with joy, and it was clear that the team knew exactly what they were doing. They made our wedding everything we had hoped for and beyond. I can’t recommend this venue enough!

  • Wonderful start to finish

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    Hannah S.Oct 14

    We had such a positive experience working with The Villa and all the SEG staff. From start to finish, everyone was lovely, knowledgeable, and upbeat. Our event producer Lexie was particularly wonderful--she does up to 3 weddings per weekend, yet made us feel like ours (and therefore us) was still so special! She was also a great communicator: clear, friendly, professional, and came off as a really real person which we really valued. Can't say enough good things about working with Lexie and all the staff we interacted with! We didn't have to worry about a thing once we dropped everything off for the weekend, we were just along for the ride and they took care of the rest :)

  • The Villa Wedding

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    KaileyOct 3, 2025

    We could not have asked for a better wedding coordinator than Serena! She was incredibly responsive, accommodating, and such a joy to work with from start to finish. Serena is so sweet and made the whole planning process feel easy and stress-free. If she didn’t have an answer right away, she immediately reached out to the right person and got back to us quickly, which gave us so much peace of mind. Thanks to her, our wedding day was absolutely perfect and ran so smoothly. Our venue, The Villa, was stunning—the food was amazing, the vibes were perfect, and everything came together beautifully. 10/10 would recommend Serena and The Villa to anyone—our day was everything we dreamed of!


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