MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA

Short Term / Vacation Rental Photography

Stand Out & Book More with Stunning Short-Term Rental Photography

In today’s competitive vacation rental market, high-quality photos are the key to capturing attention and securing more bookings. At Michele Coleman Photography, we specialize in professional short-term rental photography that highlights the best features of your property—helping you attract more guests, increase revenue, and stand out on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo.

With a keen eye for detail and expert lighting techniques, we create inviting, magazine-worthy images that showcase your rental’s unique charm and amenities. Whether you own a cozy beachfront cottage, a modern condo, or a luxury getaway, our photos make your listing irresistible to potential guests.

Let’s make your property shine—because better photos mean more bookings!

📍 Serving Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, and surrounding areas.

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STR Photography Pricing & Services

Your images will be delivered within 24-72 hours via an online gallery and zip file, optimized for web use. I maximize the number of high-quality images for your listing, ensuring you get the best value for your investment.

Standard Photography Packages

Under 800 SQ FT – $250 (40+ edited images)
801-1500 SQ FT – $300 (60+ edited images)
1501-2500 SQ FT – $350 (60+ edited images)
2501-4000 SQ FT – $400 (65+ edited images)
4001+ SQ FT – $450 (65+ edited images)
Interior Only- Email for a Quote

Add-On Services

Drone Photography (10-15 aerial images) – $150
Dining Table Styling (using provided dinnerware) – $45
Food & Beverage Staging:
- Photographer provides props – $200
- Property owner sets up – $75 (covers extra time & photos)
Real Twilight Photography – $150
Virtual Twilight Edit (Day to Night Transformation) – $15 per image
Rush Delivery (photos within 12-24 hours) – $100
Lifestyle Photography (with models) $750
Lifestyle Photography (Client supplies models) $400

Additional fees may apply for properties requiring extensive amenity photography or for locations over 30 minutes from the studio.

Kathryn said:

"I just wanted to let you know that since I changed my photos, my listing has jumped to page 1 on Airbnb. Thanks so much for your help. I'm really pleased with how the photos turned out and they have considerable helped in increasing my bookings." (March 2025)

Food & Beverage Styling

Adding Food and Beverage Styling to your Short-Term Rental Photography can significantly enhance the appeal of your listings. Here’s why:

1. Creates an Emotional Connection

Beautifully styled food and drink scenes make potential guests imagine themselves enjoying the space. A cozy breakfast setup on the patio or an adult drink arrangement by the pool adds a lifestyle element that static room shots lack.

2. Enhances the Guest Experience Perception

Well-styled food and drinks suggest a thoughtful and high-end guest experience. It makes your rental feel more like a luxury getaway rather than just a place to sleep.

3. Adds a Sense of Warmth and Hospitality

A welcoming cheese board, fresh coffee setup, or a tropical drink by a window with a beach view makes the space feel inviting and lived-in, not just staged for photos.

4. Differentiates Your Listing

Most short-term rental listings focus only on rooms and decor. Adding styled food and beverage shots sets yours apart, making it more memorable and marketable.

5. Boosts Social Media & Marketing Appeal

Styled food and drink photos are highly shareable. They perform well on Instagram, Pinterest, and other platforms, helping to attract more bookings through engaging visual storytelling.

Table Setting

Styling the dining table with an inviting place setting can add tremendous value to your short-term rental listing photos. Here’s why:

1. Creates a Lifestyle Experience

A well-set table helps potential guests visualize themselves dining in the space, whether it’s a family breakfast, a romantic dinner, or a holiday gathering. This emotional connection can increase booking rates.

2. Elevates the Perceived Value of Your Rental

An elegantly styled dining table adds a touch of luxury and hospitality, making your rental feel more like a boutique stay rather than just another short-term rental. It suggests attention to detail, which reassures guests about the overall quality of their stay.

3. Highlights the Functionality of the Space

A properly set table emphasizes the dining area as a key feature of your rental. Many listings overlook this, but showcasing a well-appointed dining setup demonstrates that the space is great for meals, gatherings, and special occasions.

4. Differentiates Your Listing from Competitors

Most short-term rental listings feature basic room shots. A styled dining table adds a unique and memorable touch, helping your listing stand out in a crowded market.

5. Enhances Social Media & Marketing Appeal

Beautifully arranged dining setups make for eye-catching images that work well on Instagram, Facebook, and Airbnb thumbnails—attracting more clicks and shares.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle photography—showcasing real people enjoying your rental—adds a powerful emotional and marketing advantage over standard real estate-style images. Here’s why:

1. Helps Potential Guests Envision Themselves in the Space

Seeing people interacting with the rental—whether sipping coffee on the balcony, lounging by the pool, or enjoying a meal at the dining table—creates a sense of connection and makes it easier for potential guests to imagine their own stay.

2. Makes Your Listing Feel More Welcoming & Authentic

Photos of well-lit, empty rooms can feel cold and impersonal. Lifestyle photography adds warmth, personality, and a lived-in feel, making your rental seem more inviting.

3. Highlights the Guest Experience, Not Just the Space

Instead of just showcasing furniture and decor, lifestyle shots demonstrate how guests will actually use and enjoy the space—whether it’s relaxing with a book, grilling on the patio, or watching a sunset from the balcony.

4. Differentiates Your Listing from the Competition

Most short-term rental listings feature only empty interiors. Showing real people engaging with the space makes your listing more dynamic, unique, and memorable—helping it stand out in a crowded market.

5. Enhances Social Media & Marketing Appeal

Lifestyle images feel more organic and engaging, making them ideal for Instagram, Facebook, and Airbnb promotions. They also attract more attention in paid ads and can lead to higher conversion rates.

6. Appeals to Emotion & Increases Bookings

People book based on emotion, not just amenities. Lifestyle photography taps into the aspirational aspect of travel—making guests want to experience your rental for themselves.

Daytime

Twilight Edit

Real Twilight

More Staging Examples:

by the pool

grilling

coffee and breakfast on the porch

kids room

refreshments by the hot tub

beach mode

in the kitchen

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