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Boho House Collective
Eastern Goleta Valley, Santa Barbara, CA60 guests
Boho House Collective. a custom chicken coop that matches the house. The collective consists of a 2,100 SF main residence, two 100 SF garden cottages and an attached 500 SF apartment located in the beautiful Hope Ranch Annex in Santa Barbara. Perfect for a sunlit retreat, picnic style baby
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$190
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4 hr min
Montecito Ranch House
6 miles from Santa Barbara, CA4.9 (18)
65 guests
Montecito Ranch House. This remodeled, modern California ranch house is located in Montecito and has with 20' high ceilings, open, exterior walls (bifolding doors) that showcase magnificent mountain views, an outdoor fireplace and a beautiful pool area think Tuscany or the south of France with a
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$400
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2 hr min
Ventura Beach Lodge
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (1)
30 guests
Ventura Beach Lodge . Authentic MCM furnishings blended with contemporary styling in a light filled space 2 blocks from Schoolhouse beach in beautiful Ventura, California. Large yard surrounded by trees. The neighborhood is super convenient and there are a variety of features nearby, including a walkable jetty, a harbor,
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$250
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4 hr min
Farm Living
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area25 guests
Farm Living. This yard would work well for a small gathering, up to 25 guests, in the daytime or early evening. It is in a rural area, but not far from the town of Camarillo. It is a blank canvas. You can add tables, props,
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$100
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4 hr min
Emmanuel House
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area50 guests
Emmanuel House. This magical 1960's rambling ranch is truly a creative and restorative space for the young and old, with almost 2 acres of indoor/outoor living space including a mediterranian courtyard with large gas fire pit, outdoor shower and soaking tub, Finnish style cedar barrel sauna, mini vineyard
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$200
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8 hr min
Historical school, House
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (20)
40 guests
Historical school, House. We have a large open floor room that can be used for meetings, venues and production. A tower and lots of unique areas for photo shoots... There is lots of spaces out side with many fruit trees. The space works great for creative photo shoots and
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$100
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4 hr min
Downtown, Restored 1904 Cottage near the beach
Santa Barbara, CA8 guests
Everything is light and bright, clean and ready for your personal touch. It's a restored 1904 cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a great backyard with hot tub. The house is very charming and has all the modern conveniences such as; amazing HVAC,
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$250
/hr
3 hr min
The Craft House Inn - Beautiful Renovated Craftsman in Downtown Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA50 guests
Our historic Bed & Breakfast in Downtown Santa Barbara is the perfect location for your intimate wedding, dinner party, cocktail hour, photo shoot or other intimate event. With a large garden, 5 bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms two beautiful kitchens and
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$750
/hr
6 hr min
Clubhouse
Lower State, Santa Barbara, CA5.0 (1)
15 guests
This space has been used as conference room, a bridal or groom suite, and a photo/video studio. The space also supports smaller gatherings for dinners or welcome parties. Ask us about accommodations for overnight stays! The space has been used in conjunction with the
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$175
/hr
8 hr min
Santa Barbarta Upper East Bungalow with Private Garden Sanctuary
Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA5.0 (3)
15 guests
A jewel box like no other, privately nestled in coveted upper east neighborhood, minutes to downtown and the mission. Stunning front and back gardens right out of a magazine perfect for your production and photography needs. Indoor/Outdoor living at it's finest. Brand new remodel and professionally
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$175
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1 hr min
Modern House 3 Blocks From The Beach
East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA25 guests
Bright, modern bungalow in the Mesa neighborhood of Santa Barbara. About 3 blocks from Ledbetter beach and Shoreline Park. Close to the Harbor and within a few miles of downtown Santa Barbara. Single family home that's mostly one level with the exception of a lofted
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$198
/hr
1 hr min
Serene Montecito Orchard Home with Mountian Views
6 miles from Santa Barbara, CA5.0 (2)
15 guests
Enjoy this peaceful orchard property with mountian views. Just over one mile to the beach, steps away from incredible hiking, and a short 5 minute drive to restaurants and shopping.
• Modern kitchen
• Fireplace
• 1 acre orchard 18 avocado trees, lemon trees, orange and lime
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$250
/hr
5 hr min
Stylish Mid-century Modern House W/detached Studio In Rural Setting
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area4.7 (3)
50 guests
Stylish mid century modern house located in rustic setting in the heart of the Ojai Valley. Light & bright open concept living area with1 gourmet kitchen including 8ft island with seating. 2 sets of french doors opening out unobstructed to outdoor living space with
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$150
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4 hr min
Rustic Gallery-adjacent Hideaway with Stunning Mountain Views
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (2)
38 guests
Nestled in a valley between two mountain ranges, this expansive space is ideal for an intimate celebration such as a wedding or baby shower, a wine tasting experience, or a happy hour utilizing one or all of our lovely gathering spots. The yard features several secluded
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$100
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4 hr min
Spanish Style Surfer's House with an Orchard
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area35 guests
We have a beautifully renovated 1950’s home with an oak tree grove in the back and a small orchard in the front. Located on a quiet and serene street, our home is great for photoshoots and small gatherings.
The Saltillo tiles throughout the house is one
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$250
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1 hr min
California chic ranch house with Mediterranean vibes
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (1)
18 guests
Small photoshoot or film shoots, its a residential neighborhood so recording sounds is not good. its a one story ranch house with a step down or up, here and there. Open plan kitchen and living room. Very bright and modern. Fabulous
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$400
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2 hr min
The Meiner - Open Plan Art Filled House on 2 Acres in Ojai
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area4.5 (2)
20 guests
Welcome to The Meiner, a tastefully decorated art filled 2900sf house on nearly 2 acres in beautiful Ojai, California.
Featuring 3 bedrooms, a beautiful open plan great room, gardens, orchards and a red barn (!), the location is perfect for lifestyle shoots, food and drink shoots,
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$250
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8 hr min
Creatively Styled Beach Studio
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area4 guests
This studio has beautiful natural light—works well for pictures. Clean, airy, fresh, luxurious. Creativity flows throughout. Beautiful beach art. Stocked chef’s kitchen perfect for cooking content. Beautiful studio with kitchen attached. Bathroom included. Located downtown Ventura right off of downtown, four blocks from the beach.
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$100
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3 hr min
Downtown casita with enchanting outdoor garden
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area36 guests
The casita is located in downtown Ventura and is a short 7 minute walk to the beach. The space includes a fully furnished studio with kitchen and full bathroom. The space offers several outdoor spaces with ample seating. In the front, you will find
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$150
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4 hr min
Light-Filled Historic Bungalow with Working Ceramic Studio
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area25 guests
Step into a bright and inspiring 1916 bungalow where history meets creativity.
This light filled home features an open floor plan with a spacious open beam kitchen, dining room, and living room that flow seamlessly into warm gathering spaces. Handmade ceramics—sculptures, wall hangings, and functional wares crafted
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$300
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4 hr min
Cozy Home in Ojai
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area12 guests
This home is a versatile backdrop for a bloggers, influencers and a variety of photo/video shoots. There's clean, simple backgrounds, a kitchen made for filming, as well as several interesting backgrounds (styled bookshelves, large scale art, etc). Also, within easy walking distance to downtown Ojai.
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$200
/hr
4 hr min
Gorgeous Vineyard Estate with Guest Bungalows, Pool, Bocce Ball!
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area20 guests
A taste of rustic refinement in Santa Barbara wine country. Nestled within a terraced, sun kissed estate amid 5 acres of vineyards, heritage oaks and an olive tree grove, the property offers indoor and outdoor living spaces that effortlessly blend relaxed sophistication with understated elegance,
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$200
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8 hr min
Ojai chic bungalow with acre of land
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area12 guests
If you are looking for a quiet, tranquil and creative space for your small photo or video shoot retreat this property is perfect for you. Please read description carefully as we want to make sure this is the right fit. This is a peaceful
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$450
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5 hr min
Modern American Beach House
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (2)
30 guests
This large, 2 story home is the quintessential American beach house. The second floor is the main living space with a huge, open floor plan that leads to an open kitchen with plenty of natural light and high ceilings. The bottom floor has another open living
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$350
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3 hr min
Marina and beach adjacent cape-cod style home
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (2)
50 guests
This space is ideal for photography and film shoots with large spacious rooms and a unique rounded staircase. There is also open space in the backyard for events and filming. Unique home design with a warm neighborhood feel. Tall palm trees visible in the backyard with
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$95
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4 hr min
Mountain Woodland Cabin With Panoramic Views
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area20 guests
Ironwood Vista is a luxury cabin retreat with breathtaking panoramic views of Mt. Piños which is nestled in the Los Padres National Forest. Our cabin has wood floors and wood panel walls as well as plenty of natural light and windows open to beautiful scenic woodland
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$115
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3 hr min
Pine Mountain Club Cabin House
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (1)
10 guests
Our cabin is our spacious "cabin house" in the wonderful Pine Mountain Club!
Here you will find an eclectic mix of intriguing designs, styles and amenities that encourage creativity and relaxation. Our space is ideal for a solo trip or small group gathering in the woods.
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$100
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4 hr min
Cabin Restaurant with Outdoor Patio
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area25 guests
The Cabin Restaurant features a large beautiful outdoor patio with surrounding pine trees. There are various rooms in the Cabin Restaurant, including a full bar, pool table and many other seating spaces. The outdoor patio has several tables. Bathrooms are also on the premises. This space
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$145
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4 hr min
Modern Scadinavian Mountain Cabin
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area15 guests
The space can be used for photoshoots, commercial shoots, film shoots, work space, creative space, social gathering, and retreats. The cabin is located in a mountain community called Pine Mountain Club in Los Padres National Forest. Inside is a newly renovated kitchen, two bathrooms, living room,
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$100
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4 hr min
Retreat Center / farmmhouse nesteld in the Mountains
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area40 guests
Our Retreat Center is the perfect house for your small group getway, women circle, yoga, breath work all types of classes or workshop. we have an outdoor deck amongs the trees, great for yoga, 3 bedrooms with 2 full size beds and a Master bedroom with
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$80
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4 hr min
Luxury Meets Rustic Farm Yard
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area15 guests
Our outdoor space offers a beautiful blending of rustic farm charm and modern elegance. Horse corrals, turnouts, out buildings, fruit trees, grass spaces, tennis court and pool. Our outdoor space is perfect for small photo or video shoots. The animals on the property are available
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$100
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4 hr min
Restored 1950's Ranch Home Bright White Open Concept Interior on 1 ACRE Rustic Exterior with Oak Trees & Fire-pit and lots of parking!
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (128)
100 guests
Located only 35 minutes north of Los Angeles, this 1959 simple remade ranch home offers super bright interior space with beautiful and organic decor, comfortable and casual. The main house is 1143 sqft, 2 bedroom 1 bath remodeled interior with an updated open concept living
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$200
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3 hr min
Vintage Home Full of Character for Small Shoots
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area15 guests
This 1365 square foot recently remodeled home is perfect for smaller branding photo shoots.
With 3 bright bedrooms , office nook and open floor plan you’ll find plenty of vignette areas to shoot your product . The kitchen is a nice balance of new and old
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$125
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2 hr min
Malibu A Frame with Beach access
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (8)
10 guests
A sun Filled A frame house just above the beach. A beautiful home from the 1950's, Located at the immaculate Livingstone Beach, just steps away from County Line Beach. Charming living room with a classic mid century UFO style fire place, modern kitchen, and a lofted
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$150
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4 hr min
Tiny County Home with Avocado Orchard.
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area250 guests
Small little hobby country/farm home. Great for still photos or filming with 200 tree avocado orchard, rose garden, tropical pool area. Barn area with horses. Beautiful giant pepper trees. Horses have been used in photos and filming before! Bunny coop! Or just for extra
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$150
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4 hr min
Designer Beach Bungalow with Tropical Yard & Patios
Serving the Santa Barbara, CA area5.0 (62)
45 guests
Welcome to our Malibu Ocean View Vintage Bungalow the perfect location for your next tropical vibe film or photo shoot!
Location Highlights:
* Multiple shooting look options
* Private fenced property with direct access to a secluded beach (addl fee for beach use).
* Amazing landscaped garden/patios with
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$199
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6 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 March 2026.
How much does a cottage cost to rent in Santa Barbara?
Cottages in Santa Barbara average $196 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 $181, whereas larger venues run about $235 per hour.
cottages Pricing Range in Santa Barbara, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cottages venues in Santa Barbara, ranging between $181.25 and $235.
$196/hr average
$181/hr$235/hr
How popular are cottages in Santa Barbara?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1380 people into their cottages with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How long do people rent cottages in Santa Barbara?
Most cottages are scheduled for 5 hours, with 7 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Cottages starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
cottages Booking Times in Santa Barbara, CA
Image representing average rental time for cottages in Santa Barbara, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM4:00 PM
Reviews for cottages
Roberto A.
Venice Canals Boho Cottage
was better than expected. The house has tons of character and lots of little nooks to shoot in. The large courtyard between the two cottages provides some opportunities for beautiful outdoor/natrual light shots, not to mention the direct access to the canals. Hosts were also particualary genial and accomodating.You will...
Teneshia C.
Venice Canals Boho Cottage
Lovely and very nice family. Clean spot and very quiet. We used the cottage as a base for our photoshoot which we shot around Venice and the Canals. Rhys was super responsive and very helpful. They immediately got out of our hair so we were able to wuickly work instead...
Kelsey D.
Hollywood Hills Cottage and Garden in Laurel Canyon
Dana's cottage was amazing! It had so much character and served as the perfect backdrop for our photoshoot. Dana was easy going and quick to respond to inquiries. Would definitely book again...
Charmaine D.
Los Angeles Fairytale Cottage Topanga
This was a beautiful and magical place! The cottage has so many gorgeous touches and was super cozy. The garden area is completely canopied by trees and you feel truly immersed in the forest. Communication with Rachel was awesome and she responded quickly with all of my questions. She was...
Camryn E.
Enchanted Cottage with Vintage Designs
Such a wonderful experience shooting at this cottage! Perfect for our video, wonderful hosts
Brad F.
Enchanted Cottage with Vintage Designs
say about Maneh and her beautiful home. Quick response, positive attitude, very helpful. Highly recommend making your next booking with Maneh at her Enchanted Cottage with Vintage Design. My production couldn't have gone nearly as smooth if not for this hosts generosity and gracious help along the way...
Clark G.
Enchanted Cottage with Vintage Designs
Maneh was so accommodating and professional on top of the most fascinating and versatile location. Highly highly recommended. If you are looking for a cottage core location you found it at Maneh’s. You should book today...
Heather K.
Los Angeles Fairytale Cottage Topanga
The Shabby Chic cottage of your dreams!!
This location is beyond unique and has tons of possibilities in every nook and cranny of the huge hill valley location in the heart of the coveted Topanga Canyon...
Veronica K.
Valley Village Cottage home
Will was a good communicator and provided a great space for us. The cottage is as pictured and was actually bigger than expected. We were so thankful for the AC during the heatwave as well as the ability to move (and return) a few pieces of furniture to accommodate our...
Morgan K.
Historical School House Villa
for caterers that he had previously done business with on his property. This made booking our taco truck super simple.
We also rented the cottage for the bridal party to get ready in. We were able to stay the night for just $50 more. Cleanup at the end of the...
Melissa L.
Venice Beach Bright Cozy Craftsman
this space was very responsive and helpful. We were able to do a tech scout prior to shooting. The space is a very cute cottage full of character and cozyness. Looks just like the photos. There's a front entrance and a back entrance with a small porch and yard...
Marcus M.
French Country Style Home With Pool And Stylish Back House Recently Featured On HGTV
This home is unlike anything you can find in Los Angeles. It's a dreamy French countryside cottage that feels so authentic and well-maintained; it's an aesthetic that many try to replicate but few pull off well, and this one is done WELL. There are many gorgeous parts...
Jasmine P.
Los Angeles Fairytale Cottage Topanga
This dream cottage is such a beautiful location and feels like a storybook. Rachel was extremely kind, helpful, and responsive. Thank you so much for helping us bring our shoot to life...
Rebecca R.
Hollywood Hills Cottage and Garden in Laurel Canyon
Dana was a lovely host and gave our team full use of the house, the cottage and the entire outdoor area which is massive (would be amazing for hosting outdoor gatherings). The location was easy to find and close to West Hollywood and Studio City.
The home was super clean...
Lauren R.
Glam Cottage Oasis
could extend my time as long as I wanted which was very nice. I took wonderful shots outside as well as inside this lovely cottage. I would book again...
Sean R.
Valley Village Cottage home
The cottage home was perfect for what we needed. Tons of room to operate, gorgeous front and back yards and really nice interior aesthetic...
Scout S.
20th Century Enchanted Cottage | Films, Events, Photoshoots
We rented the Enchanted Cottage for my aunt's celebration of life and it ended up being the perfect space. The whole house is very unique and beautifully designed (both indoors and outdoors) so I didn't feel like I had to bring many decorations. I mentioned to the hosts...
Andrea S.
Venice Canals Boho Cottage
We loved shooting in this beautiful cottage and its surrounding area! It was such a cute location. Chris was very responsive and we really appreciated all his help...
Kevin S.
Fairy-Tale Cottage w/ Creeks, Oak Trees and Hiking Trails for your next Production
Better in person. Loved everything minute filming at this cottage in the woods. So much character, and plenty of outlets to power our lights and hazer...
Crystal W.
Affordable Boho Venice Home with Lush Private Garden
really enjoyed my stay at this beautiful little cottage. I had a small party for my 5 year old here and it was truly a blast! I would reccomend this space to all of my friends and family. Jennifer and Reagen were really awesome and helpful for whatever I needed...
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