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How UK holiday lets stay booked, from the first photograph to the fully fledged business.

Professional holiday let photography in the Cotswolds, showing a beautifully styled period cottage interior
Airbnb Photography Cotswolds 24% more bookings 48-hour delivery*

Airbnb & Holiday Let Photographer in the Cotswolds

Professional photography for Airbnb hosts, holiday let owners and short-term rental properties across the Cotswolds. From honey-stone cottages to converted barns, I photograph properties that book. From £250, with drone aerials where appropriate.

24%

More bookings with professional photos

Airbnb

40%

Revenue increase reported by hosts

Industry data

2-3×

Booking increase in Airbnb's own tests

Airbnb internal

48hr

Photo delivery as standard*

Standard turnaround

Recent Shoots

Five Cotswolds Holiday Let Shoots, Start to Finish

Five Cotswolds properties, each shown as a complete shoot with the full set of frames I delivered and a link to the written case study.

Period home and extension

Great Comberton Period Home

Great Comberton, Worcestershire

Read the case study

A characterful period home with a sympathetic timber extension, photographed to replace host-supplied listing images with a more polished, luxury-led booking gallery. The set brings the stone fireplace, exposed beams, brighter garden-facing extension and comfortable bedrooms into one clear stay.

Premium holiday let

Must Stay Again Cottage

Tetbury, Cotswolds

Read the case study

A beautifully styled Cotswold stone cottage managed by Must Stay Again. The set covers the refined interiors and the branded touches, with detail frames that show the level of care a guest is paying for.

Village cottage

Michaelmas Daisy Cottage

Lower Oddington, Cotswolds

Read the case study

A characterful cottage in the heart of Lower Oddington, photographed as a complete guest story: warm interiors, a private courtyard, village context and an aerial frame that places the stay in its Cotswolds setting.

Luxury rental

The Granary Cottage

Cotswolds

Read the case study

A complete Cotswolds holiday-let shoot built around the kitchen, stone-arched living spaces, bedrooms and garden connection, giving a premium rental the breadth of coverage it needs for a considered listing.

Renovation shoot

Park Place

Cotswolds

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A newly refreshed Cotswolds cottage photographed as both an interior story and a location shoot, from the kitchen and living spaces to the higher-spec bedrooms, bathrooms and details that define the renovation.

Cotswolds Holiday Let Photography

Photography That Fills Your Calendar

The Cotswolds is one of the UK's most desirable holiday destinations, with thousands of properties competing for guests on Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo. From chocolate-box cottages in Bourton-on-the-Water to luxury barn conversions near Stow-on-the-Wold, professional photography is the single most effective way to stand out and command the premium rates that Cotswolds properties deserve.

I photograph holiday lets across the entire Cotswolds AONB. I understand how to capture the honey-coloured stone, the period features and the rolling countryside that guests are searching for. Every image is carefully composed to showcase your property's character, warmth and setting.

What's Included

  • Professional wide-angle interior photography of every room
  • Exterior and garden shots, with drone aerials where appropriate
  • Lifestyle-styled images that capture the Cotswolds character
  • Optimised for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and your own website
  • 48-hour turnaround as standard (24hr express available)
  • Full commercial usage rights included
Cotswolds holiday let living room with stone arch and exposed beams
Cotswolds cottage kitchen with island and pendant lightsCotswolds cottage living room with wood burner and period features
Areas I Cover

Holiday Let Photography Across the Cotswolds

I photograph Airbnb and holiday let properties throughout the Cotswolds AONB and surrounding areas. Each part of the Cotswolds has its own character and attracts different types of guests.

Stow-on-the-Wold & the North Cotswolds

Honey-stone cottages, converted barns and luxury retreats in the heart of the Cotswolds. Stow, Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Norton attract year-round visitors. I photograph the period features, inglenook fireplaces and walled gardens that make these properties command premium rates.

Bourton-on-the-Water & the Slaughters

Riverside cottages and village properties in some of the Cotswolds' most visited villages. Guests come for the quintessential English village experience. Photography here focuses on the stone exteriors, cottage gardens and proximity to the river and village greens.

Cirencester & the South Cotswolds

Market town apartments, farmhouse conversions and rural escapes near the 'Capital of the Cotswolds'. I capture the blend of Roman heritage, independent shops and rolling countryside that makes this area popular with couples and families.

Tetbury, Malmesbury & the Western Edge

Properties near Highgrove, Westonbirt and the Wiltshire border. This area attracts a discerning clientele looking for luxury and privacy. Photography emphasises the manicured grounds, period interiors and the sense of exclusivity that justifies higher nightly rates.

Broadway, Chipping Campden & the Escarpment

Hilltop cottages with panoramic views across the Vale of Evesham. The Cotswold escarpment offers some of the most dramatic settings in the region. Drone photography is particularly valuable here for showing the elevated position and far-reaching views.

Bibury, Burford & the Windrush Valley

Properties along the River Windrush in villages regularly described as 'the most beautiful in England'. Arlington Row in Bibury draws visitors worldwide. I photograph the honey-stone walls, mullioned windows and riverside settings that define the classic Cotswolds aesthetic.

I also cover Castle Combe, Corsham, Woodstock, Witney, Lechlade, Fairford, Northleach and all surrounding villages. See my coverage area page for the full list.

Boost Your Listing

Add-Ons for Cotswolds Holiday Let Hosts

Photography is the foundation, but these extras can take your listing to the next level. All available as add-ons to any package.

Matterport 3D Virtual Tour

From £150

Let guests explore your Cotswolds property room by room before booking. Particularly effective for larger period properties and barn conversions.

Property Video Walkthrough

From £150

A smooth walkthrough video showcasing the property and its Cotswolds setting. Perfect for social media and direct booking websites.

Floor Plans

From £75

Professional floor plans help guests understand the layout, especially useful for multi-level cottages and converted properties with character layouts.

Twilight Photography

From £95

Capture your property at dusk with warm interior lights glowing through mullioned windows. Creates a sense of luxury and warmth that's irresistible to guests.

Before Your Shoot

Preparation Checklist for Cotswolds Hosts

Getting your property photo-ready makes a real difference to the final images. Here's what I recommend before every shoot.

  1. 1Declutter surfaces, remove personal items and excess toiletries
  2. 2Make beds with fresh, crisp linen (white or neutral works best)
  3. 3Open all curtains and blinds to maximise natural light
  4. 4Turn on all lights, including lamps and under-cabinet lighting
  5. 5Add fresh flowers, a bowl of fruit or a local welcome hamper
  6. 6Clean windows inside and out (they show in photos)
  7. 7Tidy the garden, patio or courtyard, move bins out of sight
  8. 8Set the dining table with clean place settings
  9. 9Light the wood burner or lay the fire (if applicable)
  10. 10Remove cars from the driveway for exterior shots

Quick Summary

The goal is to present your property exactly as a guest would find it on arrival, warm, welcoming and full of character. For Cotswolds properties, don't forget to light the fire (or lay it ready), showcase period features like exposed beams and stone walls, and ensure gardens and courtyards look inviting.

Not sure where to start? I'm happy to advise when you book. Many hosts find that preparing for a photo shoot also improves their guest reviews.

Pricing

Cotswolds Holiday Let Photography Packages

All packages include professional HDR photography, drone aerials where appropriate, full editing and 48-hour delivery*. No hidden costs. No travel charge within the Cotswolds.

If your photography is how guests find you and decide, look at . If you need a clear, accurate set of images for a listing, the standard packages are the right fit.

Starting prices

Airbnb and holiday let photography goes beyond wide-angle room shots. It's a mix of wide-angle and curated editorial-style images, lifestyle details, styled vignettes, and guest-perspective angles that sell an experience, not just a space.

80% of my work is holiday rental photography. You're booking a specialist who's shot hundreds of listings and written the book on what makes them perform.

Essential

Studios, one-beds and single-room lets

Up to 25 finished images

£250

Typically earned back within one or two extra bookings

  • Interior & exterior photography
  • Drone aerials included where appropriate
  • HDR editing & colour correction
  • 48-hour delivery
  • Full usage rights
Most Popular

Professional

Most 2–4 bed lets

40–50 finished images

£350

Typically earned back within one or two extra bookings

  • Everything in Essential
  • A working library, not just a listing set
  • Detail and lifestyle shots
  • Enough coverage for a full working library

Premium

Larger properties and hosts marketing across multiple channels

70+ finished images

Built for bigger properties with more rooms to cover, and for hosts who need images for their listing, direct bookings and social.

£425

Usually covered by around two extra bookings, then it keeps paying

  • Everything in Professional
  • Room-by-room coverage of larger properties
  • Garden & grounds coverage
  • Priority 24-hour delivery available

Photography that pays for itself

On a typical holiday let at £120 to £180 a night, one or two extra bookings covers the whole shoot. Listings with professional photos take around 24% more bookings, so most hosts are back in profit within the first few weeks, and the images keep working for years afterwards.

Every package delivers a library rather than a single listing set, so you can refresh your photos through the seasons, feed direct booking sites and social, and keep your listing looking current.

Volume rates and monthly retainers available for agents and portfolio landlords. Get in touch for a rate card.

*For standard packages. Larger shoots or multi-property commissions may require additional editing time — I'll always confirm your delivery date at booking.

Enhance Your Package

Add any of these extras to any package above

Matterport 3D Tour£150

Interactive virtual walkthrough added to any photography package. Booked on its own, tours start from £249

Floor Plan£75

Laser-accurate 2D floor plan with room dimensions & total area

Twilight Photography£95

Dusk exterior shots to make your property stand out. Available with any standard package, and included in Signature Full Day

Video Walkthrough£150

Professionally filmed property walkthrough video with smooth transitions

Express 24-Hour Delivery£49

Next-day delivery guarantee for urgent listings

Property Dressing Kit£45

Wine, fresh bread, flowers & seasonal fruit to style your shoot, yours to keep

Not sure which package is right for you? Get in touch and I'll help you choose.

Portfolio

Cotswolds Holiday Let Photography

A selection of images from recent Cotswolds shoots including Must Stay Again Cottage in Tetbury, Granary Cottage, Park Place, and Michaelmas Daisy Cottage in Lower Oddington.

Cosy cottage living room with striped sofa, window seat and dining nook, Tetbury holiday let
Tetbury cottage bedroom with upholstered headboard and soft natural light
Tetbury cottage bathroom with modern fittings and neutral tiling
Bright dining area with wooden table and large glazed doors to garden
Cotswolds holiday let living room with stone arch and exposed beams

Real Results from Clients

What Happened After the Shoot

Direct feedback from Airbnb hosts after their new photos went live.

7 bookings

in the first few days

“Just to let you know I finally posted your 5 star review, well deserved! We got 7 bookings within the first few days of posting to Airbnb. Thank you so much for your service.”

Lizzie C.

Cottage Owner, Cotswolds

Google reviewer
3× bookings

compared to a normal week

“I’ve probably had 6 or 7 bookings since Monday, normally it’s a couple a week, so really great!”

Laz J.

Airbnb Host

Google reviewer
Case Studies

Cotswolds Holiday Let Case Studies

See the difference professional photography makes, with real projects from my portfolio.

Common Questions

Holiday Let Photography in the Cotswolds, FAQs

Ready to Boost Your Cotswolds Holiday Let Bookings?

Professional photography from £250, with Signature day rates from £550. 48-hour delivery. Drone aerials where appropriate. No travel charge within the Cotswolds. Get in touch or call me to discuss your property.

Holiday let photography available across the Cotswolds, Bath, Somerset, Bristol, Cornwall, and Devon. Also see all Airbnb photography services and full coverage areas.

Let's shoot your property

Ready to get your property looking its best? Drop me a message and I'll get back to you within a few hours to confirm availability and sort out a time that works for you.

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Weston-super-Mare, BS22 7SB
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