Historic Kentucky Estate Wedding Venue Near Lexington
The Rotherwood of Winchester Kentucky
is 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.
Centered around a beautifully preserved Victorian estate, the Grand Carriage Hall, and picturesque ceremony spaces, Rotherwood offers an elegant setting where history, hospitality, and timeless celebrations come together.
A Victorian love story since 1887
Experience a private 1887 Victorian estate featuring timeless architecture, elegant getting-ready spaces, scenic grounds, and the Grand Carriage Hall, a wedding destination designed for unforgettable celebrations.
More than a venue- A Private Estate Experience
For couples drawn to timeless celebrations
Rotherwood is for couples who love history, architecture, peaceful outdoor scenery, the freedom to plan how they envision their wedding while having a venue support you and your vendors throughout the day.
Wedding Experiences
The Estate — from $5,500
A beautifully simple estate wedding experience with Rotherwood's signature spaces and essential inclusions.
Classic Celebration — from $6,500
More time and flexibility for couples wanting an expanded estate experience.
The Grand — from $8,495
Rotherwood's most complete multi-day wedding experience.
View Wedding Experiences & What's Included
| Estate | Classic Celebration | Grand Estate |
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Your Journey to Rotherwood
From your first look at the estate to reserving your wedding date, we're here to make the process clear and personal.
01 | Explore Rotherwood
Discover our historic estate, wedding spaces, and thoughtfully designed packages. Explore our investment options to find the experience that suits your celebration.
02 | Schedule Your Private Tour
Share your preferred wedding date, estimated guest count, and contact information. We'll coordinate a private visit so you can experience Rotherwood firsthand.
03 | Envision Your Wedding
Walk through the estate, explore your ceremony and reception options, and discuss your vision with us. We'll answer your questions and help you understand your package options.
04 | Reserve Your Date
When you're ready, select your package and complete the rental agreement and required payment to secure your wedding date.
Your celebration begins with a visit.
We look forward to welcoming you to Rotherwood.
TESTIMONIALS
"We had our daughter’s wedding at Rotherwood Events this past weekend, and we truly couldn’t have been more pleased. The venue is absolutely beautiful and so well maintained—it was the perfect setting for such an important and special day for our family".
Bryan / Father of the bride
"My husband and I LOVE ROTHERWOOD EVENTS! Holly & Aaron went above and beyond to make sure we had the best wedding day. They were very responsive always & quick to answer any questions and handle any concerns (we hardly any btw)! If I needed something fixed or moved on the property like a certain furniture item etc. as the bride they would always be efficient in prompt in taking care of it!
Jasminne/ bride
Outdoor & Estate Wedding Venue near Lexington, KY
Rotherwood Events is a privately owned estate, thoughtfully restored and developed to create a refined wedding experience. Every detail, from the historic home and cocktail spaces to our signature reception barn, the Grand Carriage Hall, has been shaped with care to create a cohesive, welcoming setting.
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 uniquely 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.
Photography Featured on this page by:
| Laurel Roots Photography | Abby Dutra Photography |
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Hero & Gallery images: Abby Dutra Photography