Photo sessions near Austin
An Austin photoshoot location with an 1881 mansion and a flower garden
The Grand Lady in Manor, about 25 minutes east of downtown Austin, is available for engagement photos, bridal portraits, family sessions and holiday pictures. Our historic 1881 mansion, half-acre flower garden and oak-filled grounds create the perfect setting for timeless Texas photography.
Book by the hour, bring your own photographer, and use the whole mansion and grounds.
Bridal portraits in Austin
Photographers love this house for the light. It comes in soft through the stained glass and the tall windows, and the oaks outside keep it gentle. Your dress gets the front porch, the staircase and a library full of books as backdrops, all in one session.
Engagement photos, all on one property
Lots of couples hop between three spots across Austin for engagement photos. Here you walk from the mansion's living room to the front porch to the oak grove to the 60-foot pergola in our flower garden.
What's blooming changes through the year, so no two garden sessions look quite the same.
Family photos
The front porch steps were made for a family lineup, and the flower garden gives little ones something to explore between shots. Inside, the mansion's bright rooms work on any day the weather won't cooperate.
Free parking is right on site, and the property and restrooms are ADA accessible.
Christmas photoshoots and holiday cards
Holiday cards, family pictures, a baby's first Christmas. The mansion's living room, with its brick fireplace and tall windows, makes a cozy backdrop for the season. Bring your own decor and book whatever date works for you.
Photo session pricing
Book by the hour. Payment in full reserves your time.
| 1 hour | $250 |
| 2 hours | $350 |
| 3 hours | $450 |
| 4 hours | $550 |
| 5 hours | $650 |
| 6 hours | $750 |
| 1 hour | $350 |
| 2 hours | $450 |
| 3 hours | $550 |
| 4 hours | $650 |
| 5 hours | $750 |
| 6 hours | $850 |
Taxes and fees not included. Multiple sessions are for photographers booking back-to-back sessions, like mini sessions. For an all-day rental, brand or commercial shoot, see commercial & film shoots.
Book your session
Email us the date you'd like, how many hours, and what kind of session it is. Payment in full reserves your time.
Photo session FAQ
How much does a photoshoot at The Grand Lady cost?
Sessions start at $250 for one hour, up to $750 for six hours. Taxes and fees are extra, and payment in full reserves your time.
Do you provide a photographer?
No. Bring your own photographer.
Can we take photos inside the mansion?
Yes. The whole mansion is yours during your session, along with the porch, the grounds and the flower garden.
Can we bring props and decor?
Yes. Just no nails, staples, tape or adhesives, and no confetti, glitter or smoke machines. Please take everything with you when you go.
Where is The Grand Lady?
19704 Hog Eye Rd, Manor, TX 78653. About 25 minutes east of downtown Austin and 20 minutes from Austin-Bergstrom Airport, with free parking on site.
Planning a brand shoot or filming? See commercial & film shoots.
