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Popular family photo shoot locations
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Video and Photo Studio
Westside, Santa Barbara, CA5.0 (8)
60 guests
Porchlight Studio is a private, full-service photo and video production studio located in Santa Barbara's Westside, just minutes from Highway 101. The studio features a 26' x 26' corner cyc with 14' ceilings, onsite lighting and grip equipment, full kitchen, hair and makeup station, wardrobe…
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$300
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3 hr min
Downtown Photo Studio Walking Distance from Food and Drink.
Santa Barbara, CA30 guests
Summit Studios is a 1,600 sq ft shooting space with an 18'x24' cyc wall. This space is great for photo or video production. You can shoot both photo and video at the same time if needed. Or you can use just the cyc wall and…
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$200
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4 hr min
Down Town Bright & Modern Makeup Studio with Mountain View’s
Santa Barbara Downtown, CA4 guests
Down town studio space in historic building with great natural light and views of the mountains. Only one block from state street and two blocks from the courthouse this space is the perfect getting ready location for bridal elements, engagement shoots, and photo shoots. It’s…
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$100
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2 hr min
Montecito Orchard | Scenic 5-Acre Outdoor Venue
Montecito, CA25 guests
The Space Nestled in the hills of Montecito, this five-acre orchard offers a serene and inspiring setting where nature becomes the backdrop for unforgettable experiences. The property features lush fruit trees, winding orchard rows, and a shaded oak grove, creating multiple distinct areas perfect for…
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$450
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4 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 an amazing…
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$750
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6 hr min
Five-acre residence with fabulous views and outdoor spaces
Goleta, CA75 guests
Extremely private location for photo shoots, especially if a beautiful pool is desired. Large kitchen with open floor plan to living room, or do everything outside. Only 1.5 miles away from groceries, gas, banks, restaurants and other services.
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$250
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4 hr min
Ocean-View Ranch Retreat on 8 Acres of Peace & Privacy
Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA25 guests
This inspiring and serene property is ideal for: *Filming (movies, commercials, branded content) *Photoshoots (lifestyle, fashion, interiors, editorial) *Intimate gatherings and small events (salon-style talks, creative workshops, wellness circles) *Writing retreats and creative residencies *Private music or art sessions *Mindfulness practices (yoga, meditation, breathwork) *Executive…
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$350
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1 hr min
Spanish/Ranch Style Horse Property
Eastern Goleta Valley, santa barbara, CA5.0 (5)
100 guests
Property Overview: • Location: Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara, CA (Private community with beach access and equestrian trails) • Lot Size: 4+ acres, surrounded by mature oak and olive trees • Home Size: 3,400 sq. ft. • Bedrooms: 4 • Bathrooms: 5 • Detached Horse Barn…
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$850
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8 hr min
Beautiful Bel-Air Santa Barbara House
Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA20 guests
Enjoy this peaceful beautiful 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. Is the perfect location for your , dinner party, cocktail hour, photo shoot or other…
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$250
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2 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, Sonos,…
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$250
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3 hr min
Brand new 2022 Airstream in Beautiful Private Backyard
Lower Riviera, SANTA BARBARA, CA5.0 (4)
18 guests
New 2022 Airstream and zen garden with hot tub and fire pit make this the perfect unique location for photoshoots, small productions, interviews, yoga and fitness classes, any outdoor classes, small gatherings, catered small dinner parties, and meetings. Just a few minutes walk to the…
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$75
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4 hr min
Montecito Modern Classic
Montecito, CA5.0 (3)
30 guests
A modern take on the classic California ranch, this Montecito property offers a timeless, natural backdrop ideal for photoshoots and small productions. Set on approximately one acre and surrounded by mature olive trees and California oaks, the home is positioned to capture sweeping mountain views…
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$195
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4 hr min
Modern Santa Barbara Home with Ocean Views
Campanil, Santa Barbara, CA10 guests
Welcome to your private beachfront estate. Perfect for hosting photo shoots, film shoots, corporate events, and meetings & off-sites. Stunning and peaceful property with spectacular ocean & channel island views. Modern design with rustic elements featuring Italian travertine, multiple nano-walls, cedar ceilings. Five luxurious ocean-facing…
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$3,190
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10 hr min
Mission Canyon house with wrap around yard and beautiful oak tree
Mission Canyon, Santa Barbara, CA20 guests
The house has an open concept kitchen, living room and dining room which offers an array of options for how you would like to use the space. There are 3 furnished bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The home has heat and air conditioning along with a…
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$250
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4 hr min
Bright, Boutique Wellness Studio in Santa Barbara’s Mesa
West Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA10 guests
This space is a warm, light-filled wellness studio in Santa Barbara’s Mesa neighborhood designed to feel beautiful, welcoming, and effortlessly intimate. With natural light, hardwood floors, beautiful stained-glass windows, and a calm, thoughtfully designed atmosphere, the space is perfect for bringing people together for movement,…
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$175
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2 hr min
Modern Studio Recording Space
Goleta, CA25 guests
This flexible and modern space in Goleta’s bustling tech corridor is ideal for video and podcast production and small-scale content shoots. Two studios are designed to support high-quality media production. Suite 240 offers a professional production-ready studio environment including: - Two versatile studios outfitted for…
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$350
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4 hr min
Montecito Modern with Private Pool/spa on a Grassy Acre.
Montecito, CA5.0 (1)
20 guests
This designer modern home has dramatic 14 foot soaring ceilings with walls of glass. Large living spaces with modern furniture including Saarinen, Bertoia, Milo Baughman, and Richard Schultz. Situated on one acre of a flat private yard which features large expanses of grass, a 18x40…
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$375
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4 hr min
Unique Artist's Beach Front House w/ Ocean Views, Character & Beach Access
Campanil, Santa Barbara, CA5.0 (9)
30 guests
Our house is perfect for photo, video and film productions looking for a one-of-a-kind beach-front home with character in every corner. This Santa Barbara home with beach access is the closest home to the ocean in all of Santa Barbara. Owned by local artist, the…
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$180
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4 hr min
The Boho Backdrop in Santa Barbara
Eastern Goleta Valley, Santa Barbara, CA60 guests
The Boho House Collective offers a curated blend of California's natural beauty and Bohemian flair, providing an adaptable and evocative backdrop for diverse commercial needs. Spanning approximately 2,600-sf and situated on a professionally landscaped quarter-acre featuring incredible gardens, flagstone patios and even chickens with a…
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$190
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4 hr min
Montecito Modern Ranch House with pool
Montecito, CA4.9 (19)
65 guests
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 mountain…
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$500
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2 hr min
Mid Century Modern Masterpiece
santa barbara, CA5.0 (2)
30 guests
Make this Mid Century Modern Masterpiece the location of your next shoot. With floor to ceiling windows in every room, there is plenty of natural light. Set on a private acre with mountain and ocean views, including a natural creek, there is plenty of opportunities…
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$345
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10 hr min
California Surf Ranch Home with Pool and Mountain Views
Carpinteria, CA5.0 (5)
50 guests
Perfect for photo and video shoots, this property offers several unique spaces and different levels of light. From surf-centric spaces to modern/tonal spaces, to a music room with guitars and amps, there are many vignettes for your creative endeavor. The property is 2 acres and…
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$325
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3 hr min
Luxury Modern Estate Overlooking Expansive Mountain Views in Wine Country
Santa Ynez, CA5.0 (1)
20 guests
This stunning modern estate is perfectly suited for film productions, photoshoots, and private events. Set atop a private bluff, the property offers an expansive layout surrounded by rolling vineyards and breathtaking mountain scenery, including sweeping 180+ degree panoramic views of the Figueroa Mountains. The space…
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$400
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6 hr min
Beautiful Ojai Garden and Pool with sunset Mountain Views
Ojai, CA5.0 (1)
50 guests
The property has a large entertainment area surrounded by beautiful gardens, substantial vegetable garden and small, developing citrus orchard. There is a reclaimed Oak structure with fire pit and pizza oven where we've hosted large dining events. White table clothed tables in a single long…
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$250
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4 hr min
Gorgeous Vineyard Estate with Guest Bungalows, Pool, Bocce Ball!
Santa Ynez, CA20 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, earning a…
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$200
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8 hr min
Modern Mid Century Ocean View Home
Ventura, CA5.0 (1)
5 guests
Renovated modern mid century home with ocean and island views. Activities that work well in the space include the kitchen, grand room and deck. Examples would include foodie or cooking videos in the kitchen, fashion shoots in grand room and exterior photo or video shoots…
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$225
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1 hr min
Spectacular Mountain retreat with 360° mountain views
Oak View, CA100 guests
Welcome to Casa del Cielo, a private 2.13-acre luxury mountain estate nestled in the exclusive Saddle Mountain area of the Ojai Valley. This unique property is an absolute dream for content creators, commercial production teams, wellness workshop hosts, and corporate teams looking for an inspiring,…
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$200
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4 hr min
Beachside Motorcycle Clubhouse Chopper shop
Ventura, CA25 guests
We have an amazing 2,000 sq ft vintage motorcycle/metal shop space with beautiful trussed ceilings. The building is constructed from corrugated metal sheets and has industrial steel stash windows and skylights to let in lots of natural light. The shop boasts a large roll up…
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$197
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4 hr min
Spanish Style House & Vineyard
Santa Ynez, CA12 guests
Beautiful Spanish Colonial home with swimming pool, hot tub, and vineyard on 10-acre property. Great room, library and 4 bedrooms. Gorgeous views of the mountains and Santa Ynez Valley from the patio and tower terrace. We are perfectly located 8 minutes from Los Olivos and…
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$475
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4 hr min
Creative Space, Expansive Views, Outdoor Gathering
Mira Monte, Ojai, CA20 guests
Perched on a hillside off Villanova Road in Ojai, this is a 599-square-foot two-car garage transformed into an intimate, light-filled venue. With polished concrete floors, cedar finishes, and picture-frame windows that cast dappled shadows from the surrounding oak trees. The studio opens onto a lush…
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$225
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5 hr min
Ojai Airstream Oasis
Meiners Oaks, Ojai, CA5.0 (3)
40 guests
Nestled in the vibrant Meiners Oaks neighborhood of the Ojai Valley, "Ojai Airstream Oasis" is a beautiful, private and LARGE outdoor/indoor space with an abundance of unique areas to capture the perfect shot. Once you enter thru this gated property, there is a plethora of…
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$135
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2 hr min
Photography studio in Downtown Ventura within minutes from the beach and downtown.
Ventura, CA5.0 (2)
10 guests
The space, as is, is perfect for a lifestyle shoot and can also be transformed to suit your commercial needs. Whether your preference is natural light, studio strobes or high powered hot lights, MUSE is just what you're looking for. There are two studios; Studio…
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$200
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2 hr min
Warm, intimate vinyl lounge and Wine bar in the heart of downtown Solvang
Solvang, CA50 guests
The Analogue Room is a vinyl lounge and wine bar in the heart of Solvang, California, a space designed for those who believe the best moments come with a glass in your hand and a needle in the groove. This space offers a perfect setting…
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$600
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4 hr min
Rural Ranch House With Ojai Mountain Views
ojai, CA5.0 (1)
20 guests
Two x 500 square ft outdoor decks, with either a view of mountains, or large pool and backyard. Activites that could work well are: -Indoor and outdoor filming -Shoot location, using chic interiors, beautiful mountain views, pool setting -Outdoor workout event on the deck -Outdoor…
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$250
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6 hr min
The Meiner - Open Plan Art Filled House on 2 Acres in Ojai
Ojai, CA4.5 (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…
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$250
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8 hr min
Downtown Art Gallery
Downtown Ventura, CA30 guests
This open spaced, boutique art gallery in downtown Ventura is a perfect blank canvas for any production needs. It features excellent natural lighting that pours in from the facade windows, white walls, and open, exposed beam ceiling. The minimal, open space lends itself nicely to…
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$200
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2 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 October 2026.
How much does a family photo shoot location cost to rent in Santa Barbara?
Family photo shoot locations 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 $137, whereas larger venues run about $314 per hour.
family photo shoot locations Pricing Range in Santa Barbara, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for family photo shoot locations venues in Santa Barbara, ranging between $137 and $314.
$196/hr average
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How long do people rent family photo shoot locations in Santa Barbara?
Most family photo shoot locations are scheduled for 4 hours, with 6 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Family Photo Shoots starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
family photo shoot locations Booking Times in Santa Barbara, CA
Image representing average rental time for family photo shoot locations in Santa Barbara, emphasizing most start between 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
10:00 AM5:00 PM
How popular are family photo shoot locations in Santa Barbara?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1383 people into their family photo shoot locations with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
What's the best day to rent a family photo shoot location in Santa Barbara?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking family photo shoot locations in Santa Barbara. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Saturday as these days are 53% cheaper on average.
Reviews for family photo shoot locations
Joan H.
White Studio w/ Natural Light, High Ceiling, Floral Wall - DTLA Fashion District Loft
Excellent as always. My family and I had a blast taking our beautiful yearly family Christmas portraits
Dani A.
Tuscan Villa with Breathtaking Views
was my first experience on Peer Space and I couldn't be happier. Alex and his family were amazing, accomodating and have the most beautiful location which all culminated in a phenomenal photoshoot - we couldn't be happier! Thank you very much and we hope to come back one day...
Erinique O.
Vanity Fair Style Studio w/ Silver Xmas Tree
We did our first family holiday photo shoot with our newborn and this space was amazing!! Justine was the best host and the studio is perfect! We will be back :) highly recommend booking for your photo shoots...
April M.
Luxury Private house on 16500 sqft Lot
how awesome the house was NONSTOP!
I'm definitely going to be booking this place again in the future for my upcoming family get together & our next photoshoot event...
April L.
Rustic Lake Dock and Modernist rustic Cabin in Mountain Area
seen for photography. We shot family photos here. We are from out of town and this little lake made us feel like we were truly on vacation being here. It was a very memorable experience.
Would love to come here again for another shoot. Thank you so much Oden...
Oke B.
Valley Photo Studio W/Cyc - AC - Equipment Included - Located In Van Nuys
space was as advertised for a family photoshoot
Jamaal M.
PHOTO STUDIO w/EQUIPMENT INCLUDED LOCATED IN VAN NUYS
booked this space for a family photoshoot, and it was a great experience. Ivan was responsive, and the space appeared exactly as advertised — honestly, it’s even better in person. There is plenty of room to work, parking was great, and the space had everything needed for a successful shoot...
Pasha V.
Impressive Mansion at an affordable price!
in the mornings, neighbors are calling the police for they are tired of parties (even though we are not partying and literally doing a family photoshoot), the permit IS REQUIRED EVEN INSIDE THE HOUSE 🥺🔫
Otherwise a great space. Would probably book again. Especially for an adult movie...
Jess P.
Artistic Spanish Bohemian Jungle Oasis
responsive and accommodating. The space was a plant lover's dream with so many interesting scenes and amazing decor ideal for a bohemian photoshoot. The family was very lovely as well! My team of 6 enjoyed the space very much...
Mayra M.
LUXURIOUS FRENCH COUNTRY ESTATE
beautiful as in the pictures if not more. Great lighting lots of different spots to take beautiful pictures. We booked this for a family photo shoot of 16 of us. We had lots of fun with the location and enjoyed the entire time we were there. The host Kevin was...
Tiffany L.
Gorgeous Park Sized Yard, Modern Farmhouse vibe
My second time booking the space. It was great for our video and photo shoot! Maria and family are very friendly and helpful...
Danielle C.
Branding Content & Photography Natural Light Photo Studio
Love this spot. It is my close to home go to for many types of sessions! Families, boudoir, portraits and more!! Highly recommend...
Brendan N.
Lavish Belair Mansion with canyon views
Such a dream location for our photo shoot. Really really beautiful home. And Ellie and her family were so kind and helpful while we were there! Highly recommend...
Vincent V.
Remodeled Open Floor Plan Home W/Stunning Mountain View’s Encino Hills
spa are top notch and we are looking forward to book another time very soon!! I highly recommend this place for a beautiful photoshoot or a family event...
Josephine S.
Photography Studio w/Equipment | Camera Rentals | & Photographer
great. He responded quickly and dealt with the enquiry quickly. The studio was exactly as described and in perfect condition. We had a family photo shoot for Christmas. We were very satisfied and would recommend the studio at any time and book again...
Elliot K.
Casa Berliner: Bright Spanish Villa with Pool, Greenhouse, Vegetable Garden, Natural Light, and Endless Views!
options for beautiful photos or video - the yard, the greenhouse, the view, the garden, even the driveway has charm. Host Josh made it super easy. All in all just an excellent experience and an incredible location for anything from a sprawling family brunch to a film shoot...
Viktoria K.
The Zen Oak: A Magical Topanga Oasis for Creative Souls.
Maia and her family were incredible hosts: we booked a very last minute photoshoot and they were so flexible and accomodating. They were on site, and that made things so much easier, because they were willing to help by providing extra props and with anything that we needed help with...
Khaliah B.
West Los Angeles Brentwood Bel Air Beverly Hills Mansion
Neda was very wonderful to my family 💜 She has great hospitality and was very kind. We had a family photoshoot that turned out fantastic. Thanks again, I highly recommend...
Chandra W.
10 Acre Ranch: Barn House, Lake, Warehouse and Orchards
We did a lifestyle photoshoot in the orchards and barn. Kyle was a wonderful host -- super responsive and kind. The families we photographed loved the animals and getting to pick oranges from a real orchard. Would 100% book again...
Marco M.
Tulum meets Mediterranean microcement house
Booked this house for my wife's family photo shoot and the house was just as described beautiful space perfect lighting for a photo shoot the setting was very nice and many great areas to use for the photos. There are many props to use and very clean. Would definitely...
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