Weddings at Villa Ephrussi
de Rothschild, France

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild: a sanctuary of elegance for unforgettable weddings

There are places that don’t just host celebrations, they transform them. Places where light dances across marble floors, where gardens whisper tales of history, and where a quiet kind of grandeur lingers in every detail. The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is one such place. Poised above the Côte d’Azur in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, this rose-pink treasure is more than a venue, it’s a stage for unforgettable moments.

At Scarlet, our luxury wedding planners specialise in curating celebrations in such rarefied locations, where the setting is as storied as the people gathering within it. This villa, with its layered beauty and unmistakable sense of occasion, is one we return to time and again for clients who seek something both exquisite and deeply personal.

A setting shaped by French heritage and beauty

Built between 1907 and 1912 by Baroness Béatrice de Rothschild, the villa is an ode to refinement. Inspired by Italian Renaissance palaces, it was designed not just to impress, but to enchant. And today, it remains one of the Riviera’s most iconic private venues, surrounded by nine extraordinary gardens that each tell their own story.

From the lavender-lined Provençal pathways to the classical symmetry of the French Garden, every outdoor space has its own rhythm. The sea glimmers on both sides, creating the illusion that the villa sits at the prow of a grand ship, drifting in a sea of elegance. 

Why host a wedding or party at Villa Ephrussi?

Some locations speak louder than words. Villa Ephrussi is one of them.

A canvas for creativity  

The layout offers seamless movement between ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner, with both indoor salons and outdoor terraces available for private hire.  

An atmosphere of intimacy and spectacle  

With capacity for up to 230 guests indoors and 300 outdoors, the villa suits both understated gatherings and more expansive fêtes—with each corner delivering a visual delight.  

Gardens as storytelling spaces  

Themed by geography and art, the gardens invite curated experiences: champagne toasts in the Spanish Garden, a first dance near the Temple of Love, or a candlelit dinner beneath olive trees.

Scarlet’s role is to bring every aspect into harmony—ensuring that your vision is not just realised, but elevated. From the first idea to the final dance, every detail is considered, curated, and quietly perfected.

Planning your celebration at Villa Ephrussi

Events at the villa are exclusively private, typically beginning after 6pm once the public hours close. From that moment, the space becomes yours to shape.

Estimated costs for celebrations  

While no two events are the same, here is a refined view of typical investment:

Venue hire:
From €100,000 for 150 guests

Catering:
€450+ per guest for bespoke menus, wine pairings and champagne service  

Production & design:
From €100,000 for tailored lighting, sound, florals and decorative styling 

Our luxury party planners are well-versed in the intricacies of planning at Villa Ephrussi, from securing permissions and local artisans to designing moments that surprise, delight and feel unmistakably you.

Travelling to Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

The villa is situated a short 30-minute drive from Nice airport, and a 20-minute drive from Monaco Heliport, also offering great closeby alternative accommodation options for your guests such as Four Seasons Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat. 

Signature moments at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

At Villa Ephrussi, the architecture and grounds are just the beginning. It’s how the space is used that brings its magic to life.

Golden hour in the gardens  
As the sun dips behind the hills, the villa’s pink façade glows with a warmth that’s nothing short of cinematic. It’s the perfect moment for photography—or simply to pause and take it all in.  

After-dark enchantment  
From twilight recitals to firework finales, evenings here carry a sense of theatre. You might host a string quartet performance in the loggia, followed by dancing under the stars.  

Layered experiences  
Consider a pre-wedding tea ceremony in the Japanese Garden, sunset cocktails in the Spanish Garden, and a dinner on the Grand Terrace, each moment curated to tell a seamless, sensory story. 

This is where Scarlet shines—drawing on our global network of artisans, stylists, chefs and creatives to orchestrate something extraordinary. Not simply an event, but a memory etched in time.

Thinking beyond the ceremony

Weddings are only one part of what Villa Ephrussi does beautifully. The venue also lends itself effortlessly to landmark celebrations: milestone birthdays, anniversary fêtes, or elegant gatherings that deserve more than a hotel ballroom.

Its sister venue, the Hotel du Cap‑Eden‑Roc, offers a grander scale with a dramatic seafront setting. But Villa Ephrussi holds something more personal—romantic, refined, and rich in character.

Begin your new chapter at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild isn’t simply a venue, it’s a world unto itself. A place of charm, detail and emotional depth. For those seeking something exceptional, it offers the perfect setting for a celebration that is timeless, considered, and entirely your own.

With Scarlet, the extraordinary is always within reach. Our international event planners will tailor every element to reflect your individual story, your aesthetic, and your sense of celebration.