A glimpse of the Manor
Outdoor photography · Virginia Beach
Beautiful gardens, winding paths, and centuries-old oaks set the scene. Bring your photographer and explore the grounds for photographs you'll return to for years.
Portrait sessions from $175 Venue rental only
Engagements Families Bridal portraits Graduations Headshots
Your time at the Manor
One unhurried portrait session, or an afternoon of mini sessions for your photography clients.
For one client group
$17590 minutes
Venue fee
Time to wander, find your light, and capture a milestone with the people who matter.
For photographers
$5004 hours
Venue fee
Bring your clients to one beautiful setting, with a reserved block for consecutive appointments.
All prices are for the location. Bring your own photographer; photography, editing, styling, and decor are separate. Photographers and assistants count toward the group limit. Setup, outfit changes, and pack-up are included in your reserved time.
Explore the gardens & grounds
Your session includes access to all outdoor areas around the property. Wander through the gardens, follow the nature trail, stop by the swing, and enjoy the historic porches of the Manor. There's a different backdrop around every corner.
Flowering borders, leafy paths, and open lawns give you room to find the light and make the session your own. The gardens change with the seasons; we're happy to share recent photos as you plan.
Both packages include the outdoor grounds and historic porches, plus a designated restroom. Interior rooms aren't included. Other guests may be enjoying the property during your session.
Before you arrive
Please inquire at least seven days ahead; availability works around weddings and overnight guests.
Share your preferred dates, package, group size, photographer, and the kind of photographs you're planning. Mention any pets, props, or special requests.
We'll confirm availability, arrival details, and insurance requirements before collecting payment. Full payment and acceptance of the session rules secure your reservation.
We'll send arrival and parking instructions. Your photographer leads the session, and all setup and cleanup take place within your booked time.
Good to know
A few answers to help you and your photographer plan your visit.
If rain, unsafe weather, or unusable grounds affect your outdoor session, we'll offer a no-fee transfer to an available date within 90 days. If we can't find a mutually suitable date, we'll refund the venue fee.
We'll normally make the weather decision with your photographer by the prior afternoon and reassess if conditions change. If the Manor cancels your session, you can choose a full refund or a transfer.
Garden Portrait Sessions may be refunded or transferred once with at least 72 hours' notice. Mini-session blocks require at least seven days' notice for a refund or one transfer.
With less notice, payments are nonrefundable except under the weather policy. No-shows forfeit payment, and late arrivals don't extend the end time. Low enrollment for mini sessions follows the same cancellation policy.
We'll confirm the insurance requirements and required documents for your session before payment. An existing annual photographer liability policy may be accepted if it meets those requirements; a new one-day policy is not automatically necessary.
Please tell us when you inquire if your photographer is uninsured or you're planning a self-shot session, so we can confirm whether an acceptable arrangement is available.
Small handheld props and normal portable photography equipment are welcome. Pets, furniture, backdrops, and installations require advance approval. Custom landscaping, furniture moves, and ceremony setups aren't included.
No confetti, glitter, smoke, open flames, drones, or champagne spraying. Children must be supervised. Please remove all belongings and rubbish before your session ends.
The photographer manages advertising, client bookings, payments, and arrivals. Up to eight client groups may visit consecutively; only one group shoots at a time. Stagger arrivals and use the designated waiting area.
Please keep guest access clear. A Garden Portrait Session covers one group and cannot be used for rotating client appointments.
There is no routine cleaning fee or damage deposit. Extra time requires advance approval and is charged at $50 per 30 minutes for portraits or $125 per hour for mini-session blocks.
Only documented damage or unusual cleanup is charged as described in the booking agreement.
Simple headshots fit the portrait offering. Larger groups, advertising productions, multiple vendors, and substantial sets require a custom quote. These packages don't cover ceremonies, parties, workshops, or public walk-ins.
Let's find your afternoon
Tell us a little about your session and the dates you have in mind.
Plan Your Photoshoot Or call 757-505-0044
