Love, History, Forever...
A Victorian love story since 1987
Rotherwood Events
a Private
Victorian Wedding Estate
In 1887, Asa Sphar built this Victorian home as a loving gift for his bride, Emily French. Today, that legacy of love continues. Rotherwood Events is more than a wedding venue — it’s a private estate where your love story becomes part of Kentucky history.
Featuring a beautifully preserved Victorian estate wedding venue and a modern, spacious barn, Rotherwood offers a seamless blend of charm and flexibility for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. Whether you’re planning an outdoor wedding in Kentucky under the trees or an elegant indoor celebration, the property adapts effortlessly to your vision.
Why Lexington Couples Choose Rotherwood Events?
Wedding packages at Rotherwood Events typically range from $1,500–$7,000.
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Intimate Escape – $1,500–$3,000 → Perfect for 50 guests or less. Includes historic home ceremony + barn reception.
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Classic Celebration – $3,500–$5,000 → Most popular. Outdoor ceremony + full barn setup for up to 150.
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Grand Estate Experience — $5,500–$7,000 The ultimate Rotherwood wedding. Host up to 200 guests with a stunning ceremony on the lawn, expansive barn reception, tent option, full use of the historic home for photos and getting ready, plus enhanced coordination for a truly unforgettable, luxurious celebration.
Many couples from Lexington choose Rotherwood Events because it offers:
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A convenient location just outside the city
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A quieter, more private setting for your wedding day
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Flexible ceremony and reception options (indoor and outdoor)
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A distinctive venue combining historic and rustic elements
Rotherwood Events
Wedding Venue in Winchester, KY
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At Rotherwood Events, you’re not locked into a single setup. You can choose:
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Outdoor ceremony spaces with countryside views
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Indoor barn receptions with modern rustic finishes
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Historic home settings for prep and photography
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Room for tent set up
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Events up to 200 guests
Ceremony
&
Reception Options
Located just minutes from Lexington, Rotherwood Events offers a unique combination of a historic Victorian estate, a modern barn, and scenic outdoor ceremony spaces—making it one of the most versatile wedding venues in Central Kentucky.
A Personal Approach to Rotherwood
Rotherwood Events is a privately owned estate, thoughtfully developed with a focus on creating a refined and intentional wedding experience. Every detail—from the historic home to the architectural barn—has been shaped with care to ensure the property feels cohesive, welcoming, and elevated.
The Owners:
Holly & Aaron
our Story
While living abroad, Holly and Aaron fell in love with the warmth of small historic inns and the heartfelt way local owners cared for every guest. They stayed in beautiful old homes where the hosts treated weddings and celebrations as sacred, once-in-a-lifetime moments. That experience stirred something deep inside them — a desire to create that same magic back home.
When they discovered Rotherwood, a Victorian estate built in 1887 as a love gift from Asa to his bride Emily, they knew they had found more than just a property. They found their calling. Today, they pour their hearts into restoring every detail of this private estate so that couples like you can experience the romance of history, the beauty of thoughtful design, and the joy of a day that feels truly yours.
At Rotherwood Events, your wedding isn’t just an event — it’s the beginning of your own love story, woven into the legacy of a home built on love.
