Mountain chalet real estate photographer
In Haute-Savoie, a chalet sells and lets on its view and its atmosphere
Wood, stone, exposed beams, a fireplace, a panorama of the peaks: a photo shoot designed to capture mountain living, in winter as in summer, and make people want to book or visit from the very first image.
| Shooting 1814 photos + 4 drone views | 200 €excl. VAT |
| Shooting 2218 photos + 4 drone views | 250 €excl. VAT |
| Pack 360 / 20Virtual tour + 20 HDR | 350 €excl. VAT |
Preparing your chalet for the photo shoot
In the mountains, preparation counts double: snow, wood and light change everything. Here is the checklist we send our clients before every chalet shoot, whether for a sale or a holiday let.
- Clear the snow from the access, the drive and the entrance the day before, without leaving piles of snow in front of the façade.
- Clear the balconies and terrace: fresh snow on the railings is an asset, footprints are not.
- Park cars out of shot, in front of the chalet and on the drive.
- Put skis, sledges and shovels away in the ski room or garage.
- In summer: mow the lawn, put flowers on the balconies and set out the terrace furniture.
- Open the shutters and switch on the outdoor lighting for the late-afternoon shots.
- Prepare the fireplace or stove: clean hearth, clean glass, logs in a neat stack.
- Throws, sheepskins and cushions arranged on the sofa for a cosy feel.
- Tidy away ski boots, ski suits and gloves from the entrance.
- Declutter: remove half of the objects on the furniture.
- Check the bulbs: all working and the same colour. The photographer decides on site which ones to switch on.
- Windows and picture windows cleaned: they frame the view of the peaks.
- Clear worktops: keep only one or two decorative items.
- Set the table to show how many guests the chalet sleeps, without overdoing it.
- Empty the dish rack and the sink, put tea towels away.
- Put toiletries away in the cupboards.
- Clean towels, neatly folded, toilet lids down.
- Beds made with plain, smooth linen and plumped-up duvets.
- Bedside tables cleared: a lamp and one book at most.
- Mezzanines and bunk rooms tidy: toys and bags gathered out of shot.
- Suitcases and luggage put away in the cupboards.
- Hot tub or Nordic bath: cover off, clear water, surroundings cleared of snow.
- Sauna and steam room clean and lit.
- Ski room tidy: it is a real selling point for holiday lets.
- Games room, billiards, home cinema: tidy and ready to be photographed.
- Allow 2 to 2.5 hours on site for the photographer, depending on the package.
- Aim for a clear day: in winter, the day after a snowfall is ideal.
- Occupants and pets out of the rooms while the photos are taken.
- Point out the highlights: view, aspect, distance to the slopes, materials, renovations.
The essential shots of a mountain chalet
Every photo is taken with a DSLR in HDR and then edited: balanced light between the wood-panelled interior and the snow outside, straight verticals, true colours for wood and stone. The images follow the flow of a stay, from arriving at the chalet to the spa.
Façade & view of the peaks
The listing's cover photo: the chalet in its setting, with the mountains behind. Taken when the façade is in the sun, with no backlighting on the snow.
Living room, beams & fireplace
The volumes under the roof, the exposed beams and the fireplace are the soul of a chalet. Two or three angles show the height and the opening onto the view.
Kitchen & dining room
Where life happens after skiing. An overall view and a set table showing how many guests the chalet sleeps, without excessive staging.
Bedrooms, mezzanines & bathrooms
The main bedroom first, then one view per bedroom and per mezzanine. Bathrooms reassure on comfort and overall condition.
Spa, sauna & relaxation areas
A Nordic bath in the snow, a sauna, a games room, a ski room: these are often what makes the difference on a holiday-let listing.
Aerial drone view
Essential in the mountains: setting, aspect, proximity to the slopes and the village visible in a single image, summer and winter.
Chalets photographed in Haute-Savoie
Builders' chalets, restored farmhouses, resort residences and gîtes: a selection of shoots for owners, builders and holiday-let managers.
More chalets in our exteriors, living spaces and drone portfolios.
Which package for your chalet?
The choice depends mainly on the floor area, the relaxation areas and how the listing will be used. If in doubt, describe your chalet in the contact form and we will recommend the most suitable package.
The essentials, well shown
- 14 interior and exterior HDR photos
- 4 aerial drone views
- Editing and portal optimisation
- Delivery within 48 hours
Every space showcased
- 18 interior and exterior HDR photos
- 4 aerial drone views
- Spa, sauna and relaxation areas included
- Delivery within 48 hours
Virtual tour + photos
- 1 hosted 360° virtual tour
- 20 edited HDR photos
- Ideal for buyers who live far away or abroad
- Delivery within 48 hours
Only need aerial views? A drone shoot on its own is €130 excl. VAT. An agency or builder with several chalets per season? See our PRO packages.
Chalet photographer in every ski resort in Haute-Savoie
From a farmhouse to renovate to a prestige ski-in ski-out chalet, we work in the villages and ski areas across the département.
| Ski area | Resorts and villages | The area |
|---|---|---|
| Portes du Soleil | Morzine, Avoriaz, Les Gets, Châtel, Abondance, La Chapelle-d'Abondance, Saint-Jean-d'Aulps, Montriond | One of the largest ski areas in the world, spanning France and Switzerland. |
| Grand Massif | Flaine, Les Carroz d'Arâches, Samoëns, Morillon, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval | A vast and varied ski area, popular for its snow record. |
| Pays du Mont-Blanc | Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Argentière, Les Houches, Megève, Saint-Gervais-Mont-Blanc, Combloux, Cordon | Prestigious resorts and legendary sites facing Mont Blanc. |
| Espace Diamant | Praz-sur-Arly | A ski area shared with Savoie. |
| Aravis | La Clusaz, Le Grand-Bornand, Manigod, Saint-Jean-de-Sixt | Charming resorts known for their traditions. |
| Vallée Verte & Les Brasses | Bellevaux (Hirmentaz, La Chèvrerie), Habère-Poche, Les Brasses | Family resorts between Annecy and Lake Geneva. |
| Other resorts | Thollon-les-Mémises, Bernex, Le Reposoir, Mont-Saxonnex, Praz de Lys-Sommand, La Sambuy, Le Semnoz, Passy (Plaine-Joux) | Smaller resorts, often ideal for families. |
A tight market
In Haute-Savoie's ski resorts, demand often outstrips supply. Prices range from around €4,500/m² for a property to renovate to €15,000–20,000/m² for a new or prestige chalet in an exclusive location.
Location & view
Proximity to the slopes and the village, a panorama of Mont Blanc or the surrounding ranges: these are the main price drivers, and the ones the photos must make obvious.
Features & potential
High-end materials, a spa, insulation, or an old farmhouse with strong rental potential: every chalet has its selling point, and the shoot puts it front and centre.
Further reading (in French): our guide to property in Haute-Savoie and our tips for a holiday-let listing.
Photographing a chalet: what you need to know
It depends on how the listing will be used. For a winter holiday let, snowy photos sell the ski-and-fireside atmosphere. For a sale, summer shows the land, the terrace and the surroundings. Ideally you have both seasons: a winter shoot on a sunny day after a snowfall, and a summer shoot.
For a family chalet, 18 to 22 photos cover the essentials: façade and view, living room, kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and wellness areas. Drone shots are strongly recommended to show the setting and how close the chalet is to the slopes and the village.
Yes, within aviation regulations. Some mountain areas are restricted, for example around altiports or in nature reserves. We check authorisations before every shoot and the weather conditions on the day. See our drone photos.
An empty or dated chalet loses much of its charm in photos. Virtual staging furnishes and modernises the main rooms digitally to help buyers picture themselves there, while the original photos are kept for the listing. See our virtual staging examples.
One point of contact, from request to delivery
Describe your chalet in a few lines: floor area, resort, relaxation areas, preferred season. We will get back to you quickly with a tailored proposal.
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