References for Belmont location house

Peej

This is a superb place to shoot, full of incredible spaces beautifully furnished and dressed, and blessed with wonderful natural light thanks to the huge windows in every room. Paul, the owner, is an excellent host - brilliant comms leading up to the shoot and on the day would not have been more accommodating. A wonderful place and one that I plan to return to soon.

PsycheFineArt

I have done three shoots at Belmont in the last two months with three different models - Helen Diaz, JackieG and Johannah - and have managed to produce a number of what I regard as first rate images every time. Good locations make for good shoots, and I have not worked at anywhere like Belmont since the closure of the much-missed South House Retreat in March 2020. The hourly rate is more expensive than those of most studios, although I believe not more expensive than those of other houses of a similar type, but this is more than compensated for by the range and variety of the available locations and their sheer quality, which enables photography of a type only really possible in that or similar places. Paul is a very pleasant and deeply courteous host, and Belmont can be recommended without hesitation to those interested in taking their work to a different level.

Johannah

Belmont house offers a versatile and spacious setting, sensitively decorated and every room providing opportunity for unique images of exceptional quality. Paul is welcoming and helpful. I highly recommend this setting to other models and photographers.

JackieG

This was the first time I had been to Belmont House, well, what can I say, simply beautiful. Paul greeted me when I arrived he was warm, welcoming and friendly.

The rooms were decorated beautifully that suited all aspects of the shoot. I worked with the photographer PsycheFineArt and together we created beautiful images.

I would certainly jump at the chance to work at Belmont House again. I highly recommend it as a lovely, comfortable environment.

Many thanks x

Helen Diaz

I had another enjoyable day at Belmont House (on my 6th visit!), this time working alongside photographer "PsycheFineArt" in the sitting room which was perfect for his "picture within a picture" theme as inspired by the artist Alfred Cheney Johnston. The sitting room has a glorious ornate door frame to model in which I knew would be perfect for the design brief.

The day was perfect with great company and great ambiance. Paul and Sharon have created such a beautiful home and its a real joy to model there.

Highly recommended to all and I hope to return again later in the year, Helen x

Helen Diaz

I returned to the glorious Belmont House again today for my 5th visit!

This time I worked alongside photographers "David HC" and "GBrodie1" who were very kind to book me for a half days shoot at this gorgeous location!

It was lovely to see Paul and Sharon again and to model in amongst the house and grounds. It was my 5th visit but we managed to creative unique photographs to my previous visits as there is so much more to explore!

Belmont House is a treasure trove of sumptuous Georgian architecture and charm. I love to go back in time there. Highly recommended to all and I look forward to returning next week! Helen x

M e l a n y

Wow! What a privilege to shoot at this stunning venue!

I instantly knew it was going to be an incredible shoot as soon as we drove in through the gates.

We had a lovely welcome from Paul to this beautiful period house. The light inside it stunning and we were spoilt for choice for settings to shoot.

The rooms and decor offer themselves to a range of looks and we covered fashion, lingerie and art nude all with a vintage feel.

We work really hard and in 4 hours didn’t make use of all the rooms and didn’t even get to use the outdoor spaces so I would love to come back soon.

Many thanks to Paul for the use of his stunning home and for being on hand to help. Very highly recommended.

Somersetman

After my first visit I said: "What an incredible location! Not only a beautiful set of period rooms to work in, but also a cornucopia of strange and wonderful props and a friendly and welcoming host. Highly recommended, and definitely somewhere I would like to return to."

Well, I did, and it remains as amazing as ever! A fabulous half day spent with Melany, finding even more fantastic little corners and creative angles that I missed the first time. And there are still many more, I'm sure!

Quickly becoming my favourite location, and I look forward to visiting again. Very highly recommended.

Mirror Image'S'

I booked the beautiful Belmont House for a small group shoot that Paul kindly agreed to. We had 4 photographers and 3 models and there was still ample room to move about and plenty of places to shoot. Stunning period property, gorgeous furniture all in keeping with the feel of the building. Paul and Sharon where amazing hosts, nothing was too much trouble and o hand to help but very much left to our own devices. Thankyou so much.....I hope to return in the future.

Pentax-Man Photography

I attended a small group shoot, which was held at Belmont Location House. Which is a location I have wanted to work at for some time. I was not disappointed as Belmont Location house exceeded my expectations in every way.

The hosts were on-hand but left us alone to get on with the shoot. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The house and gardens themselves are unique and well prepared, each room has its own look. its is an treasure trove of vintage items which can be used for props.

I find this location breath-taking and hope to work there again soon. Total recommend Belmont Location House and wish them well for the future.

Helen Diaz

I organised another wonderful full days photographic event at the stunning Belmont House, hosting four photographers over the course of the day and had such a wonderful time! 🌹

Every photographer who attended greatly enjoyed the day and would love to return! Paul and Sharon are kind compassionate hosts and are always on hand if you need them, whilst equally leaving you in peace to create beautiful photography at your own pace.

Highly recommended as always and I look forward to returning again soon! Helen x

Helen Diaz

I had another really enjoyable half a day at Belmont House with photographers Roger More and Imrich! Photographers absolutely love this beautiful home as it provides such a unique backdrop with a wealth of shooting possibilities which will make your photography portfolio shine! Highly recommended as always, Helen x

Punkrockemo

I had my first shot at Belmont house organised be Helen Diaz, it was great to shoot outside of studio for a change. The house is great with loads of different rooms with all sorst of vintage furniture. Large windows provide lots of light and also has nice grounds.

Helen Diaz

I recently returned to Belmont and hosted my first ever studio day here and had such a wonderful day working with four photographers over the course of the day (two sharing a half day/4 hourly booking) which worked wonderfully! :)

Belmont House were very accommodating and kind to allow me to take a one hour lunch break in between my bookings which I really appreciated. The home was beautifully presented as always and a joy to model in. Communication is always first class.

Paul and Sharon are a wonderful couple and deserve every success. I really look forward the next event! Thankyou and see you both soon, Helen🌹

Helen Diaz

I modelled at this sensational home recently and had such an enjoyable day! 🌹Photographer Nigel23 kindly booked me for the day and it was such a joy to work amongst Georgian and Victorian architecture and antiques! I have such an appreciation of that period and style that I was truly on cloud 9!

The rooms and décor are expertly crafted and and beautifully presented. wandering through the rooms bought back fond memories of reading Enid Blyton books as a child and I especially loved the William Morris room! There are endless opportunities to shoot and explore in; I could have honestly stayed all week.

The owners Paul and Sharon were very lovely and charming to speak to; kind and personable. The home was also straightforward to find and easy parking.

The highest of recommendations to all and I really look forward to returning! Helen 🌹

nigel23

My first of what I am sure will be many shoots at Belmont House, a great location.

Has so many options to work with, you'll run out of time before trying them all. Has an abundance of natural light, high ceilings and space to move around in. Plenty of styling options and props on hand

Paul was spot on with his communications, directions and extremely helpful when I had to move the date at a fairly late stage.

Highly recommended

TerryGeePhoto

My first shoot at Belmont House was a great success. I was shooting the amazing Artemis Fauna who had worked there once before and so already came with some ideas in mind. The vast array of locations available within the house were more than enough for our 5 hour shoot and we only managed to use a small number of the possibilities available to us.

I will definitely look to use Belmont House again.

Recommended.

EllisImages

What a fantastic property! We needed another couple days to shoot all of the possibilities.

Paul was a great host and I would highly recommend booking his place for a shoot.

Artemis Fauna

Incredible shoot location!! You could spend all week here and not get bored. Hope to be back again soon :)

Somersetman

What an incredible location! Not only a beautiful set of period rooms to work in, but also a cornucopia of strange and wonderful props and a friendly and welcoming host. Highly recommended, and definitely somewhere I would like to return to.