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Stix and Stoned
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
10 guests
Stix and Stoned. plants, vintage cameras, a groovy 70s green lamp with lots of 70s artwork and vintage music posters. It has a homey cottage style kitchen with teak wood 2 leaf folding table. The back patio area has a green chiminea and table interchangeable with a macrame fringe
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$79
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3 hr min
Peacefulpondhouse
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
30 guests
Peacefulpondhouse. Peaceful Pond House is now available for photoshoots, film or tv show.
This 6500 sqft modern ranch home seats on over 2 acres of land in Poway, CA. The 1 acre pond situated in the front part of the house, and the lush gardens and mature trees
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$250
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8 hr min
Modern and Spacious Residential Production Home
San Marcos, CA5.0 (1)
15 guests
Single family home in Suburbs of North County San Diego.
The home features an open floor plan with 2400 sq feet of bright space and contemporary feel. A room for any type of photo shoot or set. Warm and inviting living area with fireplace and
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$75
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5 hr min
Modern Farmhouse in Rural San Marcos
San Marcos, CA5.0 (5)
50 guests
California Chic Modern farmhouse on one acre. Ready for photo shoots, bridal/baby showers, weddings, retreats, workshops, or any other fun stuff you can think of. Large grass area surrounded by luscious oak, pine, and elm trees. Wood burning fire pit, bbq, and outdoor patio.
House exterior is
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$225
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4 hr min
Yellow Door Beach House
8.8 miles from San Marcos, CA5.0 (6)
40 guests
We have a great our door space fully fenced in. The front yard enclosed a beautiful concrete donning set a fire pit and hammock surrounded by passion fruit vines. The backyard space has a lounge area and covered patio. Yoga, sound healing, meditations and educational course
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$95
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4 hr min
European Kitchen & Cozy Coastal Cottage
9 miles from San Marcos, CA5.0 (7)
20 guests
A cozy coastal 1950s cottage perfect for lifestyle, kid life and home decor photo shoots.
Warm lighting, original architecture with modern updates. The kitchen is the favorite room in the house with classic checkered floors and charming European vibes.
Beautiful and expansive yard with citrus, stone
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$250
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3 hr min
Finished Cottage Garage Studio and Meeting Room
9.4 miles from San Marcos, CA5.0 (2)
8 guests
Built in 2016, this is a finished garage with a new bathroom and changing room with full length mirror, lighted mirror for makeup and hair prep, refrigerator, and table with chairs great for a photo studio or a meeting room. Bring your own photography equipment.
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$50
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2 hr min
SEA Cottage Vintage style cottage walking distance to Moonlight Beach
10 miles from San Marcos, CA5.0 (3)
4 guests
NEWLY REMODELED.
Surf cottage perfect for small production photoshoot or
lifestyle photoshoots. 420 square foot home with
touches of mid century modern, boho, and
Scandinavian, beach and surf décor. The home newly
renovated and beautifully furnished. Conveniently
located off the 5 Freeway in Encinitas (near Moonlight
beach and downtown Encinitas). The living room,
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$150
/hr
3 hr min
Mint Cottage Vintage Retro Modern Cozy Cottage
10 miles from San Marcos, CA5.0 (3)
4 guests
NEWLY REMODELED.
Surf cottage perfect for small production photoshoot or lifestyle photoshoots. 420 square foot home with touches of mid century modern, and Scandinavian, beach and surf décor. The home newly renovated and beautifully furnished. Conveniently located off the 5 Freeway in Encinitas (near Moonlight beach and
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$150
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3 hr min
Mid-Century Modern Surf COTTAGE + SEA House Home Scandinavian Encinitas by Moonlight Beach | Perfect for Film & PhotoShoots
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (60)
5 guests
Space featured in San Diego Home & Garden, Apartment Therapy, Origin Magazine, San Diego Voyager. Seen at Cottage + Sea www.Instagram.com/cottageandsea
Surf cottage perfect for small production photoshoot or lifestyle photoshoots. 1500 square foot home with touches of mid century modern, bohemian, boho, and
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$195
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3 hr min
Charming Coastal Cottage in Cardiff by the Sea
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (5)
17 guests
Nestled amidst a quiet street in Cardiff by the Sea, this newly renovated and beautifully furnished cottage, conveniently located off the 5 Freeway, exudes timeless elegance and seaside charm. Surrounded by swaying olive trees and vibrant greens, this cottage boasts a quintessential coastal facade painted in
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$330
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4 hr min
Eclectic Beach Bungalow Steps COTTAGE + SEA from Beach with Great Light + Ocean View
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (1)
4 guests
Space featured in San Diego Home & Garden, Apartment Therapy, Origin Magazine, San Diego Voyager. Seen at Cottage + Sea www.Instagram.com/cottageandsea
Surf bungalow perfect for small production photoshoot or lifestyle photoshoots. 388 square foot studio with touches of mid century modern, eclectic, bohemian, boho,
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$145
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3 hr min
1940s Midcentury Farmhouse
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
40 guests
Large open floor plan midcentury farmhouse home built in the 1940s. Space includes a large primary home (6 bedrooms) featuring an open floor plan, industrial kitchen surrounding a large pool. Opposite the pool sits the guest unit which is a small one bedroom. Large windows overlook
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$250
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1 hr min
Charming Beach House
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
20 guests
History of the space
1950's Oceanside bungalow recently completely remodeled. We kept the traditional vibes, but updated will all things modern. Curated to empathize the feeling of coastal living.
Neighborhood details
House is located about .5 miles from the Pacific Ocean. South Oceanside is a very trendy, surfy
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$200
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8 hr min
Retro beach cottage
Serving the San Marcos, CA area20 guests
70’s inspired 1 bedroom apartment. Could be a great set for fashion, films, commercials. All things 70’s.
Layout: living room. Kitchen. Dining knook (2 chairs) Bedroom with attached Bathroom. Small back area.
Vintage plates, tv, jars.
2 blocks from the beach. Unit built in 1926. Front
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$115
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2 hr min
Modern Beach Cottage
Serving the San Marcos, CA area20 guests
Modern beach house just 6 blocks from the ocean! Open concept kitchen, dining and living space making it very easy to host, socialize or capture photos. Beautiful white living room furniture with new white built ins with black hardware. Separate brown leather seating with new wood
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$125
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3 hr min
Upscale Countryside Escape
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (17)
20 guests
to shoot/film or to utilize the space to set up craft services and have lunch/meals outdoors for your staff/crew.
Super awesome modern cottage in the backyard.
TONS of large windows with natural light making it perfect for photography and video.
Large driveway to fit 6 7 cars comfortably.
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$99
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3 hr min
Bayside Bungalow
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (8)
8 guests
The home is two bedroom two bathroom. The home was completely demoed and renovated from 2019 2020. There is a front yard with patio. sliding doors in the living room that lead out to the patio. Large front windows bring a lot of light in the
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$100
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2 hr min
Gorgeous Farm House with Complete Amenities
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (1)
250 guests
Imagine a place where you feel a million miles away and yet you are only minutes from world class shopping, entertainment and restaurants. A place where you will feel revived and refreshed whether you are inside one of our two main venues, out by the pool,
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$250
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5 hr min
Beachside Cottage with Great Natural Lighting
Serving the San Marcos, CA area8 guests
This dreamy first floor apartment gives off sunny beach vibes and has all you need for a comfortable, convenient stay in San Diego. With a full kitchen, a shady patio, beautiful decor, and tranquil lounge, it’s the perfect place for couples, business travelers, and solo tourists.
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$120
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3 hr min
Boho Beach Cottage
Serving the San Marcos, CA area4.8 (5)
8 guests
This quaint little Bohemian surf cottage is located just blocks from the beach. This modern, clean, boho home is the perfect space for a photoshoot for an engagement, brand, or simply a girls hangout! Located in the heart of the hippie Ocean Beach town. You'll feel
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$120
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2 hr min
Retro-Beachy Cottage with Tons of Natural Light
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
10 guests
Welcome to our beach inspired bungalow! This bright and cheery studio space is the perfect backdrop for your San Diego inspired photoshoot. Centrally located near SDSU, this studio was carefully curated to inspire creativity with it's retro, San Diego vibes. Come enjoy this cheery space to
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$65
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2 hr min
Beautiful Designer Beach Cottage
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
18 guests
Come enjoy our newly remodeled beach cottage with high end, designer touches. Steps from Sunset Cliffs. Stunning chefs kitchen, sitting areas, beautiful bedrooms and unique bathrooms. Sunset deck patio with Pacific Ocean views. Charming backyard with natural gas fire pit and outdoor kitchen space.
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$200
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4 hr min
Mt. Helix and Vine Cottage. European Styled Country Home.
Serving the San Marcos, CA area4.9 (26)
15 guests
Welcome to Mt Helix and Vine Cottage. This is a European styled home that is a mix of French and English Country. It is very special place with exquisite art pieces from France, England, Germany, and Italy. The location is ideal for indoor and outdoor photo
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$320
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2 hr min
Hip beach bungalow
Serving the San Marcos, CA area15 guests
Nestled in Ocean Beach, this freshly renovated seaside home exudes coastal charm, offering ocean and sunset views from its front porch. The residence boasts a well thought out design, featuring one king size bed, two queen size beds, and a convenient pull out sofa. Enjoy fast
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$150
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8 hr min
Cozy Cottage with Private Backyard and Vibrant Garden
Serving the San Marcos, CA area15 guests
Keep it simple at this centrally located peaceful and spacious cottage. Nestled between mature trees and vibrant succulents, you'll find this 2 bed/1 bath home can accommodate a great space for photography or videography. Additionally, this space can be used for an offsite meeting with your
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$79
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5 hr min
Ashley Cottage-A French Chateau, Mountain Views
Serving the San Marcos, CA area15 guests
A French chateau themed house with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms nestled in the serene and picturesque town of Alpine, California. This delightful home, with its French inspired decor and old school charm, offers a perfect getaway for up to 5 guests for overnight use or the
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$250
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4 hr min
The Oaktree Estate by Fieldtrip | 7 Acre Resort
Serving the San Marcos, CA area16 guests
Welcome to The Oaktree Estate by Fieldtrip.
Plan your next vacation, family reunion or corporate retreat at our expansive and private gated 7 acre luxury estate. Situated in the charming rolling hills of Southern California wine country, the Oaktree Estate is an extravagant 8,500 square foot home
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$250
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4 hr min
Montecito Cottage - Wedding and Event Venue
Serving the San Marcos, CA area25 guests
Welcome to Montecito Cottage in Alpine, California, where tuscan whimsy meets farmhouse charm amidst breathtaking mountain views. Perfect for a serene getaway, this idyllic vintage 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom abode with sprawling garden grounds is perfect for small weddings and events, ensuring a memorable stay for
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$200
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4 hr min
Historic Studio with French Doors & Great Natural Light
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (3)
4 guests
Our Historic spanish style cottage was built in 1929. The studio is full of natural light and is perfect for studio, lifestyle, boudoir and portrait photography. With historic casement windows, and french doors overlooking the backyard you'll feel as though you've been transported to the European
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$100
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8 hr min
Laguna Beach speakeasy & cottage with bar and patio!
Serving the San Marcos, CA area30 guests
door to the beloved AhbA, Helen’s is a speakeasy steeped in history and charm. The space began as a humble beachside cottage, built in the late 1950s. By the late 1970s, it transformed into the headquarters of a local engineering firm, owned by none other than
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$200
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4 hr min
Laguna Beach Modern Farmhouse Bungalow with Ocean View
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (16)
30 guests
South Laguna home is located 5 blocks from the beach! Family home from the1940s, redone Farmhouse 2 years ago with upgraded everything. It's full of natural light and a relaxing sea breeze. You will enjoy a private backyard and be able to watch the sunset from
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$200
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4 hr min
Victorian Gothic Cabin in Rural Paradise
Serving the San Marcos, CA area30 guests
our property located just 40 minutes from Downtown San Diego. The house sits on 8.6 acres of land dotted with boulders, trees, and wildlife.
The property itself has a purple loft barn that sits atop a hill surrounded by trees. Inside is a loft style studio
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$100
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3 hr min
Tropical Cottage on Lush Private Canyon
Serving the San Marcos, CA area5.0 (1)
20 guests
This property consists of a main cottage, guest bungalow suite, and unlimited outdoor spaces. The property is a tropical paradise on a lush private canyon. It is ideal for production of fitness, table scenes, product photography, lifestyle shoots, etc.
The main home is a
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$250
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4 hr min
Cozy Coastal Cottage
Serving the San Marcos, CA area8 guests
A sweet vintage nest, 3 blocks walking distance to Cress Street Beach voted best family beach by the locals. Quaint neighborhood away from the busy world and tourist bustling downtown Laguna Beach. A peaceful retreat with birds chirping and gentle
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$200
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8 hr min
Secluded Cabin in the Woods
Serving the San Marcos, CA area25 guests
This beautiful rustic secluded cabin has 2 floors with 4 unique bedrooms, 3 decks, a front patio and 1 acre of land and forestry. Indoors bedrooms are cozy and the living room floods natural light during the day. Neighboring homes may be seen through the trees
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$300
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4 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.
How much does a cottage cost to rent in San Marcos?
Cottages in San Marcos average $185 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $136, whereas larger venues run about $238 per hour.
cottages Pricing Range in San Marcos, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cottages venues in San Marcos, ranging between $136.25 and $237.5.
$185/hr average
$136/hr$238/hr
What's the best day to rent a cottage in San Marcos?
Wednesdays are the most popular day for booking cottages in San Marcos.
How popular are cottages in San Marcos?
Our local hosts have welcomed 6363 people into their cottages with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How long do people rent cottages in San Marcos?
Most cottages are scheduled for 6 hours, with 6 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cottages starting between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
cottages Booking Times in San Marcos, CA
Image representing average rental time for cottages in San Marcos, emphasizing most start between 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Reviews for cottages
Jeff A.
The West & Wild Cottage
Great little cottage in Silverlake. The lighting was perfect
Yvonne A.
Beautiful Event Space w/ Large Backyard & Cottage
graduation party. Everyone loved the space. Hardly any decoration was needed on our end as the backyard is already beautifully set up. The extra cottage in the backyard was a great room for food. There was more than enough street parking for guests. If you have your event here you...
Austin A.
Boho Cottage with Natural Light and Lush Yard
The cottage and space was exactly what we needed for our lifestyle photoshoot. So pleased with the experience and hospitality...
Noel B.
Frogtown Magical Cabin - Seclusion just 10 mins from DTLA
What a sweet and inspirational cottage. We needed the space mostly for outdoor shooting, and it was perfect. It is a great location for a camp, exploring, adventuring shoot...
Tanya B.
Rustic Hillside Cottage with Silver Lake Views
Jake’s cottage was a dream to shoot in. So many beautiful nooks and corners. Thoughtful and tasteful decor everywhere. Every shot was a keeper. The light was lovely, especially the backyard in the early afternoon. Jake was easy to communicate with and super helpful. Would absolutely shoot here again...
Jose & Patty C.
SEA Cottage Vintage style cottage walking distance to Moonlight Beach
kitchen size is a bit deceiving compared to the picture so make sure to bring a wide angle. Overall it was great beautiful surfy cottage! Thank you for having us...
Katie F.
Coastal Cottage Dana Point Home w/ Bright Natural Light
WOW! This coastal cottage was stunning! So beautifully designed and the lighting was wonderful! Easy parking and so close to the beach as well! Would definitely book again...
Jenna J.
Rustic Cottage in a Charming Community
don't do this place justice. There are so many amazing details and adorable nooks. I can't say enough great things about this cottage...
Madeline J.
Charming Coastal Cottage in Cardiff by the Sea
The loveliest spot in Cardiff! Like a cottage by the sea - we loved using every inch of this space for our photoshoot. And the host, Nancy, was extremely kind! Would absolutely recommend and hope to go back again...
Eliott K.
Rustic Bohemian Cottage - Steps Away from the Beach
The cottage was extremely well thought out and each space is unique inside. There were plenty of places for us to shoot and it was beautiful. Michelle was very communicative throughout the process of booking and helpful with any questions I had. She worked with us to make sure the...
Isabel L.
Modern HB Home w/ Big Yard & Bright Kitchen
is the sweetest. She responds so quick, which I definitely appreciate. Her home was perfection, it felt extremely warm and cozy like a modern cottage. The pictures do not do it justice as the space was open, clean and perfect for the baby shower which I rented it for...
Marisa M.
1914 Craftsman Full Pacific Ocean View
Sue was very responsive and helpful. Even before booking, we were able to come see the space. It's an amazing view and cute cottage. It was perfect for the baby shower we hosted. It was great having such a large outdoor space and 2 bathrooms. Everyone was marveling at...
Alister M.
Quaint, rustic cabin, cave and nature-filled grounds in Silver Lake
lush, and exactly what we needed for our production. Margaret and Luka were extremely kind and helpful as well. We loved shooting in the cottage as well as the rock cave, such a cool feature!! Would definitely book again...
Mo M.
Quaint, rustic cabin, cave and nature-filled grounds in Silver Lake
Margaret and Luka were absolutely wonderful and the cottage was beautiful! Communication was great and the space was exactly as it was advertised. I’m so grateful to have filmed in such a beautiful space. My team and I had a great experience and would definitely book again!
Thank you...
Jacqueline N.
Backyard Rustic Aloha Cabin
Christen was an amazing host. The cottage was great for our shoot, it allowed for a range of various shots. Lighting was beautiful during golden hour. Loved the space and would definitely book again...
Amber P.
Quaint, rustic cabin, cave and nature-filled grounds in Silver Lake
The owners were wonderful, very helpful with everything & made sure we had a great photoshoot at their location. The cottage was perfect for a Halloween setup & the cave/nature part were perfect for a whimsical/witchy vibe I was envisioning. Thank you so much...
Nicholas R.
Grannycore Lakehouse - Echo Park Hilltop Cabin with Deck and Lake Views ENTIRE HOUSE!
Matt was a super host - very communicative! Loved the cottage space, super cute space for LA Vibes. Loved the view of Echo Park, and the overall feel of the space! Would definitely come back to shoot...
Mercedes T.
Beautiful Event Space w/ Large Backyard & Cottage
This cottage home is utterly PERFECT! Quaint. Cute. Spacious and flat out beautiful. The space was immaculate. The garden was spacious and beautifully kept. The decor is like that of a magazine and Monique (the host) was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!
I booked the space for a Life Celebration and had to...
Chandra W.
Boho Cottage with Natural Light and Lush Yard
did a branding session in this cute little cottage. Mattan was communicative and responsive and even left treats for our doggy subject. Check-in was super easy and the space was as advertised. Parking is tricky on this street, but you can easily unload and then park about a block...
Elizabeth Y.
Mt. Helix and Vine Cottage. European Styled Country Home.
This cottage was magical and absolutely perfect for my "French countryside" themed maternity session. I only used the outside, but was I was in awe of how well the property was maintained. The host was flexible and I am so grateful to have been able to use this beautiful property...
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