How to Book a Real Estate Photographer with Villa Views

If you’re an agent or homeowner in Waynesboro, Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Lexington, or Buena Vista, high-impact visuals are non-negotiable. The fastest way to turn “just listed” into “just sold” is to pair the right media with a hassle-free booking process. Here’s your step-by-step guide to finding and scheduling a real estate photographer with Villa Views—your everyday partner for reliable, fast, consistent quality (without the discount vibes).

Why Villa Views Villa Views is a local real estate visual media specialist serving the towns above and nearby across the Shenandoah Valley. We’re built for busy agents who need a dependable partner, clear communication, and a smooth system from booking to delivery.

• Town-first service area: Waynesboro, Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Buena Vista, and nearby
• Fast delivery: Photos are typically delivered within 24 hours
• Consistent quality: Professional, MLS-ready media with clear licensing
• One-stop services: Stills, drone, video, 3D tours, twilight, floor plans, virtual staging, and headshots

How to Schedule (Fastest: Book Online) The portal is your source of truth for scheduling, deliverables, and downloads.

• Go to portal.villaviews.co
• Choose your services and add-ons
• Pick a date/time
• Confirm your appointment

Have questions or need custom guidance?

• Website: villaviews.co
• Phone: (540) 321-0201
• Email: Sean@VillaViews.co

Who’s the Licensed Client? The listing agent who hires Villa Views is the licensed client for the duration they represent the property.

What to Book (Service Menu and When to Use It) Professional Real Estate Photography (interior/exterior stills)

• Best for: Every listing—especially clean, bright, staged homes
• Primary outcome: A strong first impression online → more clicks and showings
• Delivery: Images delivered within 24 hours (standard expectation)
• Pricing: Starting at $175

Drone Photography (aerial stills)

• Best for: Acreage, mountain views, farms, waterfront, unique settings, new builds, large lots
• Notes: Weather/airspace may require rescheduling; optional property outline overlay available
• Pricing: Starting at $95

Drone Videography (aerial motion video)

• Best for: Premium listings and video-first marketing
• Turnaround: Video is often fast, but we don’t quote a timeframe unless asked
• Pricing: Starting at $125

Matterport 3D Virtual Tours

• Best for: Out-of-town buyers, complex layouts, higher-end homes, rentals, or listings needing 24/7 access
• Deliverables: Shareable link and embed-ready assets
• Pricing: Starting at $200

Twilight Photography (real or virtual)

• Real twilight: Best for standout curb appeal and strong exterior lighting (weather/timing dependent)
• Virtual twilight: Adds a dramatic evening look from daytime photos; no second appointment needed
• Pricing: Starting at $30 (virtual twilight option)

Virtual Staging (digital furnishings)

• Best for: Vacant homes or minimally staged rooms
• Policy: Client-performed virtual staging isn’t allowed under the standard license; order through Villa Views
• Pricing: Starting at $35 per image

Floor Plans (2D/3D)

• Best for: Multi-level or complex layouts; buyers who want layout certainty
• Pricing: 2D starting at $125; 3D starting at $185

Realtor Headshots

• Best for: New agents, rebrands, or teams standardizing visuals
• Pricing: Starting at $125

Popular Add-ons

• Same-Day Image Delivery: Starting at $97
• Total Marketing Kit: Starting at $25 (property website, social graphics/videos, flyer templates, posting assist)

Packages Essentials, Pro, Plus, and Premier bundles combine photos, aerials, floor plans, 3D tours, and marketing assets. Ask about package options that fit your listing strategy.

Service Area, Travel, and Weather

• Lead towns: Waynesboro, Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Buena Vista, and nearby
• Blue Zone: Within 25 miles — $0 travel fee
• Red Zone: Within 50 miles — $1/mile travel fee
• Weather and timing: If weather impacts drone, twilight, or exterior work, we may need to reschedule those components. Otherwise, our goal is to complete the shoot as scheduled.

Turnaround, Delivery, and MLS Readiness

• Photos: Delivered within 24 hours (rare exceptions)
• Video: Often fast, but no timeframe promised unless asked
• MLS-ready downloads: Access MLS-sized images in the portal; cropping is allowed

Licensing and Editing (Client-Safe Summary)

• Who’s covered: The listing agent who hires Villa Views, for as long as they represent the property
• Editing restrictions: Clients may not edit/modify photos (e.g., virtual staging, sky swaps, twilight conversions, property lines). Order those edits through Villa Views
• Cropping: Allowed
• Portfolio: Villa Views may use delivered media for website, social, and marketing

Day-of-Shoot Expectations

• Be photo-ready at the appointment time
• Plan buffers for weather-dependent services (drone, twilight)
• Minor corrections: We may provide minor edits/corrections when needed. This is not a promise of unlimited revisions or automatic reshoots

Pre-Shoot Preparation Checklist (High-Impact Highlights) Exterior

• Remove cars from the driveway; hide trash cans; clear toys/sports gear
• Uncover and tidy patio furniture; sweep debris; pull excess weeds

Interior (all rooms)

• Replace broken bulbs; ensure lamps work
• Hide large cords/chargers/remotes; remove portable heaters/fans
• Tidy the laundry room; hide cleaning supplies
• Add simple flowers/fruit as appropriate; vacuum/wipe floors

Kitchen

• Clear counters; remove most small appliances
• Empty sinks; no dish racks; hide garbage cans; declutter fridge exterior

Bedrooms

• Make beds; straighten pillows
• Clear nightstands/dressers; remove floor clutter
• Tidy closets (primary closets may be photographed)

Quick Recommendations by Listing Type

• Small to mid-size, well-staged homes: Professional Photography + 2D Floor Plan + Total Marketing Kit
• Homes with views/land/unique context: Add Drone Photography (optional property outline overlay)
• High-end or complex layouts: Add Matterport 3D + Twilight (real or virtual)
• Vacant homes: Add Virtual Staging for key rooms
• Out-of-town buyer targets: Matterport 3D + Floor Plans + a robust photo set

Mini Success Snapshots

• Staunton craftsman: Professional photos plus a 2D floor plan helped buyers confirm layout online. The listing agent reported more qualified showings and fewer “just curious” walk-throughs
• Charlottesville new build: Drone stills showcased lot size, proximity to trails, and mountain views—details that didn’t land in MLS text. The visuals drove strong weekend traffic
• Waynesboro executive home: Matterport 3D and virtual twilight created an immersive experience that appealed to relocating buyers who couldn’t visit midweek

How to Get Started Now

• Book in minutes: portal.villaviews.co (choose services/add-ons, pick a date/time, confirm)
• Questions or custom guidance: villaviews.co | (540) 321-0201 | Sean@VillaViews.co

Conclusion: Great listings deserve great visuals—and a process that won’t slow you down. Villa Views brings consistent, professional media to Waynesboro, Staunton, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Buena Vista, and nearby, with fast booking, fast delivery, and the right mix of services to match any property. Book now, show with confidence, and win the scroll.