"Such a beautiful space with tons of interesting spots to take photos in !"- Bao N.
"This place is so great, they're very friendly and helpful."- Jordan C.
"Produced a photo campaign on Leda's Alpaca Farm and couldn't be happier with the experience."- Berlin N.
- Leda typically respond within 12 hrs
About the Space
This bucolic location of rolling hills, large pastures and beautiful animals is incredibly scenic, offering a variety of settings for photographers. Located in the historic Hudson Valley, the farm is home to 15 award-winning alpacas prized for their beautiful, colorful fleeces, two handsome donkeys, and two friendly Icelandic horses. The animals are pastured in hilltop fields with scenic views, and a beautiful grove of tall trees. A variety of barns, a large organic garden and hilltop pastures add to the beauty of this special location, just 40 miles north of NYC. A renovated 1,600 square foot barn filled with antique spinning wheels is used as a farm store, selling all kinds of handmade alpaca garments. This renovated sheep barn has abundant light with windows on three sides and four skylights above. We also have a large 1,500 square foot hay barn in which we host events, such as square dances and engagement parties. The hay loft is a working farm space and doesn't have windows, but it has two 12' wide sliding doors and abundant power outlets. Both barns are quiet and private. Our on-site farm manager can help you determine which space is best for your needs. She can also bring you in the fields with the alpacas and horses. Our lovely setting of rolling hills, mountain views, Icelandic horses, beautiful alpacas, and antique farm equipment, make our farm a unique environment for both film and still photography. Our location has been used by fashion magazines, television shows (CBS, The Martha Stewart Show, etc.), theater groups, wedding photographers, family portraits, and independent photographers looking for a beautiful, unique country setting. Pricing varies depending on type of photo shoot/filming.
Included in your booking
Amenities
Tables
Chairs
Sink
Lighting Equipment
Blackout blinds
White Backdrop
WiFiFeatures
Natural Light
Restrooms
Dressing Room
Parking Space(s)
Freight Elevators
Wheelchair Accessible
SoundproofOther
Don't see an amenity you're looking for? Ask the host, Leda
Location
Operating Hours
Health and Safety Measures
- Sweep, mop, vacuum and clean the space.
- Supply a hand washing station with soap, warm water, and paper towels or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Clean common areas allowing guest access including bathrooms, kitchens, and entrances.
- Collect and clean dishes, silverware, and other provided host amenities, if applicable.
- Remove garbage and add new lining to cans.
Reviews (9)
Such a beautiful space with tons of interesting spots to take photos in ! Leda was super accommodating and communicative and helpful and all the animals were so cute :) My small team and I had a really wonderful experience here.
Such a beautiful space with tons of interesting spots to take photos in ! Leda was super accommodating and communicative and helpful and all the animals were so cute :) My small team and I had a really wonderful experience here.
This place is so great, they're very friendly and helpful. Definitely will book again!
This place is so great, they're very friendly and helpful. Definitely will book again!
Produced a photo campaign on Leda's Alpaca Farm and couldn't be happier with the experience. Leda was very responsive, even while she was away from her property and was gracious enough to let our team scout the location before booking which was a major help. The property is beautifully and very well kept. Leda was very helpful every step of the way and provide us with everything that we needed and more. Extremely happy with the choice to use this property and to meet really great passionate individuals.
Produced a photo campaign on Leda's Alpaca Farm and couldn't be happier with the experience. Leda was very responsive, even while she was away from her property and was gracious enough to let our team scout the location before booking which was a major help. The property is beautifully and very well kept. Leda was very helpful every step of the way and provide us with everything that we needed and more. Extremely happy with the choice to use this property and to meet really great passionate individuals.
This place is amazing! I was so excited when I saw this breathtaking scenery with large meadows and beautiful animals! The whole territory is very clean and taken care of very well. All animals are very friendly and collaborative, they acted like they were used to the photoshoots and I had such a great time shooting with them! Leda and Steve went above and beyond helping our team to get the best pictures we could! Thank you so much for making my dream shoot come true!
This place is amazing! I was so excited when I saw this breathtaking scenery with large meadows and beautiful animals! The whole territory is very clean and taken care of very well. All animals are very friendly and collaborative, they acted like they were used to the photoshoots and I had such a great time shooting with them! Leda and Steve went above and beyond helping our team to get the best pictures we could! Thank you so much for making my dream shoot come true!
Great kind host and beautiful location
Great kind host and beautiful location
Without Leda and her husband, Steve, our event wouldn’t have been the success that it was. I didn’t feel like we were booking a venue, it felt like we were at “the family farm” for the day. They allowed us to visit the space ahead of time, set up and were extremely accommodating. We were working on a very short timeline and were seeking a space to host an outside family engagement party. Given the Covid climate, it was also great to work with someone that had the same level of caution. (They even set up an outside hand washing station for guests!) And last but not least, the landscape. Rolling hills, white fences, mangers, fall foliage near peak. Steve and Leda are the first reason you book this farm. The alpacas are a close second! You will not regret hosting a party where adults, kids, anybody can look out to the the pasture and see the friendly faced alpacas staring back at you. They seemed amused and even eager to “join the party” as they watched close by! I highly recommend choosing Faraway Farm for any occasion!
Without Leda and her husband, Steve, our event wouldn’t have been the success that it was. I didn’t feel like we were booking a venue, it felt like we were at “the family farm” for the day. They allowed us to visit the space ahead of time, set up and were extremely accommodating. We were working on a very short timeline and were seeking a space to host an outside family engagement party. Given the Covid climate, it was also great to work with someone that had the same level of caution. (They even set up an outside hand washing station for guests!) And last but not least, the landscape. Rolling hills, white fences, mangers, fall foliage near peak. Steve and Leda are the first reason you book this farm. The alpacas are a close second! You will not regret hosting a party where adults, kids, anybody can look out to the the pasture and see the friendly faced alpacas staring back at you. They seemed amused and even eager to “join the party” as they watched close by! I highly recommend choosing Faraway Farm for any occasion!
I don’t even know where to begin in reviewing Faraway Farms. What a beautiful experience!! We booked a fashion photo shoot on a crisp overcast January day. Our hosts, Leda and Steve over delivered in every way. From Steve’s welcoming freshly ground morning coffee to Leda’s guided tour to meet and mingle with the gracious Alpacas, Icelandic horses, and Donkeys, their lovely energy was infectious. The farm is meticulously maintained and offers an abundant amount of magical nooks spaces to shoot. The farmhouse was warm and cozy, the barn was rustic and rich with natural color. The hillside horizon was the absolute perfect backdrop. My entire team was blown away. Thank you so much for the fabulous day Leda and Steve! Steve, your hired for stylist for our next shoot!!
I don’t even know where to begin in reviewing Faraway Farms. What a beautiful experience!! We booked a fashion photo shoot on a crisp overcast January day. Our hosts, Leda and Steve over delivered in every way. From Steve’s welcoming freshly ground morning coffee to Leda’s guided tour to meet and mingle with the gracious Alpacas, Icelandic horses, and Donkeys, their lovely energy was infectious. The farm is meticulously maintained and offers an abundant amount of magical nooks spaces to shoot. The farmhouse was warm and cozy, the barn was rustic and rich with natural color. The hillside horizon was the absolute perfect backdrop. My entire team was blown away. Thank you so much for the fabulous day Leda and Steve! Steve, your hired for stylist for our next shoot!!
Amazing experience! Leda and her husband were the icing on the cake shooting here. They were so kind and accommodating! The Alpaca were so fun to shoot with. Property is incredibly well maintained. It was perfect!
Amazing experience! Leda and her husband were the icing on the cake shooting here. They were so kind and accommodating! The Alpaca were so fun to shoot with. Property is incredibly well maintained. It was perfect!
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