# SoScout > A curated source of shoot location properties for hire in Ireland for TV, Film & Photography. ## Posts - [SOSCOUT SESSIONS // Episode #4 - HOMEOWNER, ELOISE DUFFY, TEACH AN FÓD DUBH](https://soscout.com/teach-an-fod-dubh-a-family-home-that-inspires-creative-projects/): A FAMILY HOME THAT INSPIRES CREATIVE PROJECTS  For producers and creative brands alike, the perfect shoot location balances functionality, aesthetics, and character. “Teach an Fód Dubh” achieves all three. Built by Eloise Duffy and her husband Sean, this home combines natural materials, thoughtful design, and practical living. We spoke to Eloise about creating a space that adapts to both daily life and creative projects. DESIGN ROOTED IN SIMPLICITY AND NATURE Eloise and Sean’s love for texture, concrete, and wood began long before they built the house. On early dates to cafés and restaurants, they would notice interior details they admired […] - [SOSCOUT SESSIONS // Episode #3 - Fashion Designer Helen Steele | A Life in Colour](https://soscout.com/soscout-sessions-episode-3-fashion-designer-helen-steele-a-life-in-colour/): A LIFE IN COLOUR Helen Steele has spent her life exploring colour. From her eponymous fashion line to her ongoing Dunnes Stores collaboration, colour is her language, her tool, and her signature. For Helen, design is not just about clothes, it is about experiences, energy, and how the spaces around her influence her work. “I’ve dedicated my life to colour. What I do with colour is 80% instinct, and I trust that.” FINDING INSPIRATION EVERYWHERE For Helen, inspiration is found in movement, in travel, and in the quiet corners of everyday life. Hiking along the Wicklow Mountains, walking the Howth […] - [YOUR LOCATION CREATIVES](https://soscout.com/soscout-platform-overview/): SOSCOUT PLATFORM OVERVIEW As location creatives, we’re here to help you find your project’s soulmate location. When you send us your brief, we look beyond a database of images to deliver creative solutions but sometimes you want to explore on your own. Here’s how to navigate our platform.   First, some SoScout stats that might surprise you: EXPLORING THE PLATFORM Start with the Map  Click the map pin on our locations page to see everything geographically. Sometimes the perfect spot is where you least expect it. Filter First, Scroll, Enquire  Pro Tip: Don’t forget to upload your brief when you enquire. […] - [SOSCOUT SESSIONS // Episode #2 - Photographer Alex Hutchinson](https://soscout.com/soscout-sessions-episode-2-photographer-alex-hutchinson/): MEET ALEX HUTCHINSON Photographer Alex Hutchinson has built a career around the pursuit of light. Known for his cinematic, quietly powerful imagery, Alex’s work captures atmosphere as much as it does subject. Whether he’s shooting fashion editorials in Dublin or scouting dreamlike spaces abroad, his process always comes back to a simple question: where’s the light? We sat down with Alex to talk about creative influences, the power of environment, and why simplicity always wins. “Light is everything. Whether indoors or outdoors, I plan around when the light will hit best.” — Alex Hutchinson CREATIVE INFLUENCES If you could have […] - [SOSCOUT SESSIONS // Episode #1 - Producer Gavin Thornberry from Bad Coyote](https://soscout.com/behind-the-shoot-how-producer-gavin-thornberry-turns-locations-into-storytelling-powerhouses/): BEHIND THE SHOOT: HOW PRODUCER GAVIN THORNBERRY TURNS LOCATIONS INTO STORYTELLING POWERHOUSES For producer Gavin Thornberry of Bad Coyote, creativity happens on a foundation of solid logistics – the schedule, the load-in, the layout of a room. His work includes projects for Electric Ireland and other brands that have filmed at SoScout locations. We sat down with Gavin to talk inspiration, problem-solving, and why the right location can completely transform a project. DINNER WITH A CREATIVE GENIUS “If I could pick anyone’s brain, it’d be Christopher Nolan,” Gavin says. “He’s so involved across every element of his productions, not just […] - [Visions of Vitality: Exploring Ireland's Most Photogenic Sports & Wellness Spots](https://soscout.com/visions-of-vitality-exploring-irelands-most-photogenic-sports-wellness-spots/): WELLNESS AS AN INDUSTRY The global wellness industry is worth $4.5 trillion, and it’s growing at double the speed of the global economy. According to Ogilvy’s recent Wellness Gap study, 77% of global consumers surveyed consider wellness to be very or extremely important. For content creators and brands tied in to this booming industry, authenticity is everything. Set your brand content in a tangible location, with a real feel, and suddenly the story becomes compelling. People want, more than anything else, to feel something. Even in this report on the wellness gap, when asked to to choose between feeling better […] - [Real Homes, Real Kitchens: SoScout’s Kitchen Edit](https://soscout.com/real-homes-real-kitchens-soscouts-kitchen-edit/): The project brief that calls for a kitchen – what next? Some key considerations when choosing a kitchen location include functionality, visual style/ personality, production logistics and, most importantly, what your audience is truly looking for. Cookery schools and studios often offer kitchen spaces for film and still photography hire – and while you know they’ll have the space to accommodate the crew, and function well, the visuals are limited and they won’t necessarily resonate with your audience. They’ll be lacking the personality (and the emotional connection) that our viewers want from us more and more. Audiences today are looking […] - [Top Colourful Locations](https://soscout.com/top-colourful-locations/): WHEN THE BRIEF CALLS FOR COLOUR While we’re big fans of the versatility of a neutral toned home and the visual appeal of a textural palette, there will always be a place in our hearts for the playfulness that colourful interiors bring to a shoot. Bold colour will sometimes be the secret weapon your brand needs – inviting and joyful tones that align with and augment the brand’s already vibrant personality. From bold accent walls to maximalist layers, each of these properties brings something distinctive to the shoot, triggering a set of emotional responses that a neutral backdrop won’t – […] - [How Great Locations Amplify Creative Vision](https://soscout.com/how-great-locations-amplify-creative-vision/): COAL LANE HOUSE: A CASE STUDY THE CREATIVE EQUATION We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again – concept plus SoScout location equals much more than the sum of its parts. Today we’re taking a look at SoScout’s flagship location, Coal Lane House, to see just how versatile and dynamic one location together with the right creatives can be. SoScout’s locations all have one thing in common – personality. And SoScout’s clients all have one thing in common – a brand with its own unique character and a strong creative vision. When a strong brand meets a location with an […] - [Spotlight on Belfast and Our Northern Irish Locations](https://soscout.com/spotlight-on-belfast-and-our-northern-irish-locations/): “Belfast is different. Our history, our culture, our music, our industrial heritage, even our sense of humour all set us apart from other cities. So too does how our city centre has developed over recent decades.” – Andrew Webb, Chief Economist, Grant Thornton BELFAST‘S CREATIVE REVIVAL Belfast is focused on growth, shaping its future to meet the needs of its people – investing in high growth sectors that create local opportunities and in the foundations that support long-term, inclusive growth. One area of focus is the city’s creative and digital sector. Studio Ulster – a new, world-class virtual production centre […] - [EVENT GUIDELINES](https://soscout.com/event-guidelines/): OUR LOCATIONS Our locations are primarily first and foremost private homes or private spaces, so any event hosted within them needs to respect that fact. We have some key guidelines below on running events in our spaces: 1. PROFESSIONAL EVENT MANAGEMENT REQUIRED All events must be coordinated and overseen by a professional event management company or PR agency. Private, unmanaged gatherings are not permitted. 2. CAPACITY RESTRICTIONS As the majority of our properties are residential, capacities are limited and will be confirmed per property. Event managers are responsible for ensuring numbers do not exceed the agreed capacity. 3. LIABILITY & […] - [Cliff-top Case Study: Spotlight on Waterford](https://soscout.com/cliff-top-case-study-spotlight-on-waterford/): SOSCOUT – YOUR LOCATION CREATIVES Today we’re taking you behind the scenes at SoScout – not to show you inside the presses or cupboards of our homes, but how our location scouting process works, in real life and in real time. SoScout is a location platform, but it is so much more than a location directory, we are location creatives.  The Challenge Let’s set the scene – you’re a filmmaker with a vision, a deadline and a budget. You know what you need to film your project, but where do you start? Web searches, emails, calls… You need the perfect […] - [12 Seasonal Locations from SoScout](https://soscout.com/12-seasonal-locations-from-soscout/): Planning shoots for Christmas? Let us help! Today we’re sharing a gorgeous selection of homes that are bursting with character, as well as ticking the seasonal boxes our clients look for. Whether you’re looking for gravel driveways, cosy fireplaces, halls fit to be decked, or intimate dining tables for get togethers, we’ve got you. Today, we’ve got the SoScout 12 Locations of Christmas – and if you’re not seeing quite what you’re looking for, get in touch with us at hello@soscout.com with your brief and let us help you find the soulmate location for your campaign. 118 The Victorian Farmhouse […] - [Long-Term Filming Locations That Make a Lasting Impression](https://soscout.com/long-term-filming-locations-that-make-a-lasting-impression/): Unlocking the doors to unique, production-ready spaces for ambitious creative projects. GROWING LOCATION DEMAND – FROM LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTIONS Ireland is a globally renowned film location – productions draw on our highly skilled crew base, stunning natural landscapes and historic architecture, as well as the generous tax incentives to film makers coming in from abroad. Homegrown productions are also growing more ambitious, just recently, RTÉ announced an ‘unprecedented’ year ahead for Irish drama – “Nine major RTÉ dramas will be shot in 2025, all featuring emerging and established Irish acting talent with filming taking place across Ireland’s city streets […] - [WHATS THE SETUP PROCESS?](https://soscout.com/whats-the-setup-process/): SUBMIT YOUR SPACE You can submit your space for review by our team here. Please select 5 high-quality photos that clearly showcase the interior of the space. While we occasionally receive requests for impressive exteriors or landscapes, these are almost always paired with the need for a strong interior for practical shooting purposes. It’s also important that your photos include both the floor and ceiling in the frame—this helps us assess the height and overall suitability of the space. Close-up detail shots aren’t necessary at this stage. WHAT HAPPENS IF MY SPACE IS ACCEPTED? Once your property is approved, you’ll […] - [FEES & RATES](https://soscout.com/fees-rates/): IS THERE A SIGN UP FEE? There is no sign up fee. When a booking is secured there is a minimum 4% admin and booking fee. HOW MUCH CAN I EARN FROM A SHOOT? Depending on the property, location and the nature of the shoot it can be anywhere from €600 to €2K per day, based on a standard day of 9-5, DO I PAY TAX? SoScout will charge VAT for services for each booking but it is up to each property owner to review their personal tax requirements. HOW & WHEN DO I RECEIVE PAYMENT? SoScout aims to pay […] - [WHAT HAPPENS ON A SHOOT DAY?](https://soscout.com/what-happens-on-a-shoot-day/): HOW SHOULD I PREPARE MY PROPERTY? The property should be clean and organised and reflect the photos provided on the website. Remove all personal items that you do not want to be interfered with. The bathrooms should be fully stocked with toilet roll and hand soap. The crew should have access to tea/coffee making facilities and drinking water. Bin liners, kitchen roll and handcloths should be left out. No guests, kids or pets to be present during a shoot. A property owner or their nominated contact must be present on the day(s) of booking at the start time and at […] - [CANCELLATION POLICY](https://soscout.com/cancellation-policy/): WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY? A cancellation fee of €125 fee will be charged to the Booking Agent/Producer if notice of cancellation is not received at least 48 hours prior to the first scheduled entry onto the Location. The cancellation fee shall apply if canceled for any reason, other than bona fide force majeure, which is defined as an extraordinary event or circumstance beyond the control of the parties, such as a war, strike, riot, crime, or an event described by the legal term “act of God” (e.g., flooding, earthquake, volcano) which prevents one or both parties from fulfilling their […] - [WHAT DOES SOSCOUT DO FOR YOU?](https://soscout.com/what-does-soscout-do-for-you/): WHO ARE WE ? We are a curated platform of shoot-ready spaces and location homes for the Film, Ad, TV, Event & Content Creation industries. We unlock the door to previously inaccessible spaces for creatives to use in the Film, PR, Ad, TV & Content Creation industries, helping to bring your vision to life. Say goodbye to time consuming & stressful scouting – our vetted & prepped locations, solid contracts and quick response times streamline your pre-production process and ensure a reliable day on shoot. We understand that locations are more than just spaces to shoot, they help shape and […] - [I DON'T HAVE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS, WHAT DO I DO?](https://soscout.com/how-to-high-quality-photography/): GREAT PHOTOS MATTER Investing in high-quality photography significantly increases bookings and helps your listing stand out. There are three ways to get the right images: It’s essential we have clear photos of all areas available for shooting, as this is the first thing agents ask about. While your full set doesn’t need to be perfect, we do require a strong selection of high-quality images to promote your space effectively. Any additional images can be used to provide more detail once an enquiry comes through. Any rooms or spaces available will require photography. Any rooms or spaces without photography will have […] - [WHAT MAKES A GREAT LOCATION?](https://soscout.com/what-makes-a-great-location/): Your property could be the perfect location for film & photographic shoots – so often homeowners don’t realise the potential their property has. No matter how much you love your home, living in it can make it feel ‘ordinary’ – you may have become used to its character and personality. But filmmakers, photographers and creatives are out there in an ever-changing creative landscape where audiences are craving authentic creative content and they need real locations to work in. While your property remains in hiding, creatives could be missing out on an incredible location and you could be missing out on the […] - [ALTERNATIVE EVENT LOCATIONS](https://soscout.com/alternative-event-locations-2/): Intimate. Immersive. Resonant. Captivating. Memorable. Beautiful. Aligned. When planning a brand event or product launch, this is the vision. But where? It’s all been done before – the hotel ballroom, the conference room, the exhibition hall… And while the ballroom may be glamorous, and the corporate suite is spacious, these rooms are specifically designed to appeal to everyone, offend noone and are often lacking in personality – meaning you don’t just have to design the event itself, you have to design the visuals of the space as well. Brands are looking elsewhere and we’ve got the in. MORE THAN A VENUE […] - [WHY GREAT LOCATIONS MATTER](https://soscout.com/why-great-locations-matter/): Finding the perfect location for your next shoot should be one of the easiest things on your pre-production plan. But getting access to inspiring and exciting shoot settings can be tricky – permissions, access information and hiring agreements can be hard to pin down and vague at best. This makes shooting on-location a pain and can end up costing more than budgeted in the long run. The alternative is to hire a studio, but studios aren’t always what the brand needs and add-ons soon add up. MAKING LOCATION SCOUTING EASY – AND EXCITING SoScout’s mission is to make your search […] - [TAX BREAKS & FILMING IN IRELAND](https://soscout.com/6934-2/): Filming in Ireland offers a wide array of settings only a short flight from the East Coast of the United States – locations vary from sweeping landscapes to cobblestoned Georgian streets, quaint stone farmhouses to splendid manors. Ireland has long been a favoured shoot location for international production companies, boasting the likes of blockbuster features such as Game of Thrones and Star Wars. IRELAND’S INCENTIVES As film location scouts, we know that one of the key factors that make Ireland an attractive location for hire is the generous tax breaks offered by the Irish government. These incentives, coupled with the […] ## Pages - [FAQs](https://soscout.com/faqs/): For Location Owners: For Location Seekers: - [JOURNAL](https://soscout.com/the-soscout-journal/): A space where we share stories, insights and inspiration from the world of shoot locations. SIGN UP TO “THE CALL SHEET” Join our newsletter for fresh location launches, insider updates and stories from the world of scouting. - [Thank You](https://soscout.com/thank-you/): Thank You for your Enquiry. We will be in touch soon with next steps. - [Submit Your Space](https://soscout.com/submit-location/): Prior to submitting your space, please note that if you receive approval, we cannot proceed with your listing without high-quality photographs of all areas accessible to the crew on the day of the shoot. This does not imply that you must hire a professional photographer; we can provide you with a How To guide that will assist you in capturing your own images using a good quality, recently released smartphone or camera. If you need a photographer recommendation, we can also help with that. Being a shoot location can be fun and financially rewarding, but it is important that a […] - [T&Cs and Cancellation Policy Docs](https://soscout.com/terms-conditions/): Terms and Conditions Cancellation Policy - [Enquiry](https://soscout.com/enquiry/): Make an Enquiry Shortlisted Locations - [Locations](https://soscout.com/locations/) - [PRIVACY POLICY](https://soscout.com/privacy-policy/): SOSCOUT is the trading name under SoScout Agency LTD Privacy Policy SoScout Agency LTD takes the privacy of all its customers and users very seriously. We strive to take great care with customer and user information. SoScout Agency LTD (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates the soscout website (the “Service”). 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