Our passion. Our pride. OUR LEGACY.

For nearly fifty years, the Saphire family has been creating unforgettable experiences at some of the most sought-after wedding venues and event spaces in Massachusetts. We have meticulously built a reputation for attention to detail and hospitality. Our team is dedicated to providing a level of service that is warm, elevated and professional. From our first conversation to the final moments of your event, we ensure every detail is considered and beautifully executed.

Setting the Standard for Weddings Since 1977

  • Where It All Began…

    1977
    Roberta and Gerald Saphire purchase Daub’s Highland Manor on Lake Massapoag, renaming it the Saphire Manor and Inn. Originally known as Wentworth’s and then Anapolsky’s, the Manor had been built to accommodate the vacationers, tourists, and celebrities who flocked to the area during the summer season. Legend had it that in the 1930’s, the great Leonard Bernstein used to perform in the Manor’s grand ballroom.
    Vintage black-and-white view of a dining hall with round tables set in white linens and chairs, chandeliers and wood-paneled walls. Vintage black-and-white view of Gerry and Roberta raising glasses with a younger man in a suit in front of palm-print wallpaper.
  • The Next Generation

    2006
    The Saphire’s son Jonathan and his wife Amie take over ownership of the property and relaunch it as Saphire Estate, investing nearly one million dollars to remodel the house and gardens while retaining its historic charm. Hosting only one wedding at a time, Saphire Estate becomes renowned across the South Shore as a quintessential New England venue, with lakefront property, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a classically decorated ballroom.
    Tiered stone fountain amid colorful garden beds at Saphire Estate, with a white floral arbor, guests in white chairs and the house beyond. Amie and Jon smile together at an event under a white tent with arched windows, she in a black dress with a beaded belt, he in a white shirt.
  • A Growing Company

    2008
    Jonathan and Amie Saphire take over the clubhouse at Ridder Country Club, transforming it into a Mediterranean-inspired venue, featuring two ballrooms, tent space, as well as two outdoor ceremony locations and adding a second property to the Saphire Event Group portfolio. Originally a barn built in 1918 on a 250-acre dairy farm, the clubhouse served as one of Plymouth County’s most exclusive private event venues.
    Cream stucco entrance at The Villa with a red tile roof, an arched doorway topped by a round medallion, lanterns and trimmed hedges. White Tent Venue Drapery and Chandeliers
  • Breaking New Ground

    2017
    In an effort to create a truly ideal venue, Saphire Event Group breaks ground on a brand-new 2400 sq. foot separate cocktail space at its flagship property, Saphire Estate. Completed in September 2018, this lounge features a limestone fireplace, custom chandeliers, a caesarstone bar top and more, retaining the classic beauty of the property while incorporating modern upgrades and design choices.
    Outdoor Cocktail Space Saphire Estate cocktail space with a white coffered ceiling, brass chandeliers and sconces, blush lounge seating and a black fireplace.
  • The "Future" of SEG

    2018
    In the summer of 2018, Jonathan and Amie Saphire acquire the company’s third and largest property: Avenir, formerly Raffael’s of Walpole. Meaning “future” in French, this expansive space features a stately ballroom with opulent chandeliers, soaring ceilings, and space for almost 400 guests.
    Foxborough-Wedding-Venue-Ballroom Exterior of Avenir, a white building with a columned covered entrance and dark roof, behind a paved drive and a tall evergreen at dusk.
  • The Long-Awaited Venue

    2023
    After years of searching, the Saphires fulfill their dream of a waterfront wedding venue by obtaining the former Lakeside Villa. Together, they transform it into The Lakehouse, pouring their passion into a full renovation, which was completed in June 2024. As the company’s premier fourth venue, it boasts 500 feet of shoreline, an indoor-outdoor cocktail experience, a dreamy courtyard, and an expansive ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking West Lake. Positioned as a one-of-a-kind Massachusetts waterfront wedding venue, The Lakehouse provides a unique alternative to Newport, Cape Cod, and the Islands.
    The Lakehouse outdoor wedding ceremony | Bella Wang Photography Ballroom | Nicole Pelissier Photography
  • A New Beginning

    2025
    For years, they cultivated a relationship with the longtime owners of Independence Harbor. When the opportunity arose, the owners placed their trust in them to carry the venue into its next chapter. Now part of the Saphire Event Group portfolio, the 25-acre venue, renamed Rosemont, will be completely reimagined and unveiled in August 2027.

Our Awards

We’re humbled (and so thankful) to have received many awards from the industries most distinguished tastemakers & trendsetters.

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