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Visions of Vitality: Exploring Ireland’s 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. ¹

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 and improving performance:

“the answer was overwhelming: people choose feeling over performing every single time. 74% prefer small, consistent habits over dramatic transformation. They want wellness that helps them feel like themselves, not some optimized version of themselves.” ²

SETTING THE SCENE

Ireland’s diverse and dramatic landscape gifts us rolling green hills and dramatic coastlines, SoScout brings you the locations that bring immediate credibility and atmosphere to any shoot. We provide the interior spaces where movement, wellness, and visual storytelling converge. From the intimate warmth of cosy saunas to the sharp energy of outdoor tennis courts, from historic estates with wild woodland trails to raw coastal settings where hot tubs meet sea winds, these environments don’t just look good on camera; they tell a story before a single word of copy is written.

Whether you’re crafting a campaign for an athletic brand, shooting editorial content for a wellness publication, or creating social content that needs to stop the scroll – the right location does half the work. Here’s our curated selection of Ireland’s most photogenic sports and wellness spaces, each available to hire individually and ready to elevate your next production.

COASTAL RAW: WHERE WELLNESS MEETS THE ELEMENTS

For brands seeking drama, authenticity, and the untamed beauty of Ireland’s Atlantic edge.

These locations are unapologetic in their wildness. In these locations, visions of wellness include hot water against cold wind, the mineral smell of the sea, and landscapes that dwarf your subjects in the best possible way.

HAZEL MOUNTAIN HOME

First up, we have Hazel Mountain Home, Co. Clare. This Scandi-inspired new build home set right next to the Burren comes with stunning landscape views, high ceilings and great natural light. It also has a heated outdoor swimming pool and sauna.

WINDY RIDGE

Over on the east coast is Dublin’s Windy Ridge. Perched on a stunning clifftop, this property offers breathtaking panoramic sea views paired with a sleek, modern Scandi coastal interior that effortlessly blends style and serenity.

It is also situated close to north county Dublin’s stunning ‘folding cliffs’ at Loughshinny.

THE HERITAGE ESTATE

Along the south east coast then we have The Heritage Estate – on the Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark. Mainly built in the 1800s the house has breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean and across the county of Waterford. The main house offers 750sqm of space and there are 10 acres of lawns and woodland with views and access down to the beach. The courtyards, stables and function areas are all renovated and include an old barn which has been remodelled to become the fabulous “Nellie’s Bar”. Suitable for large productions and on-site accommodation.

WICKLOW INTERIORS: LIGHT, COLOUR & MOUNTAIN CALM

For brands wanting a minimalist cabin aesthetic or a wild characterful jungle, these locations are where modern design meets natural surroundings.

These Wicklow properties offer what every lifestyle brand craves: gorgeous interiors that photograph as well as the landscapes outside. Think: golden hour through floor-to-ceiling windows, fire pits at dusk, and that perfect balance of cosy and spacious.

THE WICKLOW CHALET

The Wicklow Chalet is a modern, architectural home with chalet-style pitched ceilings and sweeping views of The Wicklow Mountains. The light-filled interiors, cosy vibes and broad deck facing the mountains make it an ideal location for a yoga-inspired shoot.

CEDAR HOUSE

In north county Wicklow, Cedar House is a modern, architectural home clad in silvered cedar with wildflower gardens and a bright, lofty interior. Its indoor sauna and lush gardens make it ideal for luxe wellness brands.

THE GREEN HOUSE

Another north county Wicklow location is The Green House, a bright, eclectic home with stunning surrounding gardens and views of the Sugar Loaf mountain. Great ceiling height, character and variety of space with lots of personality and bold use of colour. The outdoor bath and shower framed by luscious foliage is a visual dream.

THE WOODLAND LODGE

Our final Wicklow property is The Woodland Lodge, a stunning woodland home with cleverly framed views of the surrounding landscape and neutral interiors perfect for shoots. Generously spacious interiors with cosy vibes and lots of natural light combined with stunning woodland surrounds including a hot tub make it ideal for many types of wild wellness brands.

ESTATE ELEGANCE: WELLNESS ON A LARGER SCALE

For productions requiring refinement, space, and that ineffable sense of occasion.

These aren’t just locations, they’re experiences. With tennis courts framed by woodland, pool tables in period rooms, and acres of grounds for everything from sunrise yoga to team building content, these estates offer scale and sophistication.

CLONALIS HOUSE

Clonalis House is in county Roscommon. Wild gardens, woodland trails and an outdoor tennis court surround an impeccably restored historic Irish country house, built in 1878.

THE GEORGIAN ESTATE

This classic walled Georgian Estate is set on 150 acres of private land with thoughtfully designed contemporary interiors encompassing the original features of the property. The location is secluded and private, can accommodate large productions and has an outdoor tennis court in the grounds also.

MANOR ESTATE

The Manor Estate in county Tipperary is a period manor house on an estate with a farm, out-buildings, workers sheds, stables, fernery, gardens, fields, a lake and surrounded by incredible views of the surrounding hills. Period charm and country living bathed in great light.

ATHLETIC FOUNDATIONS: AUTHENTIC TRAINING SPACES

For brands looking for real gym energy. No frills, just honest sweat equity.

Sometimes you don’t want polish. You want echo-y basketballs, scuffed floors, and the unmistakable atmosphere of actual athletic spaces. These locations bring credibility and nostalgia to lifestyle narratives.

THE FACTORY

A large factory / loft style space in Dublin 1 full of original industrial features and lots of interesting light. The Factory is a perfect raw canvas for filming, photo shoots & events. Its character is ideal for sporting backdrops also – think martial arts, athletics and sport-inspired street style.

OLD SCHOOL

A traditional school building in Dublin city with high ceiling hall spaces, bright colour blocking & original features, Old School is the perfect location for real-life gymnasium vibes – the indoor court is complete with wooden gym benches and basetball hoop and outdoor playground spaces are available also.

In a wellness industry growing at twice the speed of the global economy, your content needs locations that deliver both visual impact and authentic storytelling. Let’s talk about your next shoot and match you with the setting that brings your brand’s vision to life.

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October 9, 2025
Real Homes, Real Kitchens: SoScout’s 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 for content that connects with them on a real, emotional level. They want genuine, authentic-feeling imagery/ video that looks beautiful too. And you, as the brand, want something that draws them in, resonates with them and leaves a memorable impression.

To do that you need a location that aligns tightly with the brand’s story, its aesthetic and its visual identity. In order to tell the story well, you might want a space that feels aspirational, or you may be looking for something more relatable and down-to-earth. The space should feel like a natural extension of brand values, whether that’s family-focused, polished modern living, or artisanal craftsmanship. Whatever it is you’re looking for, you can be sure to find it within SoScout’s curated directory.

Ready to see how location creatives
work their magic?

Finding the perfect location isn’t just about pretty pictures in a database. It’s about understanding your creative vision, reading between the lines of your brief, and matching you with spaces that work both creatively and logistically.

Get our free Location Matching Guide and discover how we help productions find their location soulmate. You’ll read 5 real success stories where our strategic recommendations unlocked the creative vision in ways our clients hadn’t imagined – including one production that saved 25% on their location costs.

Plus, you’ll get 3 insider emails about working with our platform, featuring platform tours, booking tips from our most successful clients, and behind-the-scenes insights into how we vet properties.

GET THE FREE GUIDE

Learn how location creatives match production briefs to shoot-ready locations and save your shoot.

What’s Central to the Kitchen-Based Brief?

If cookery demos or recipe-led content are on the cards, island hobs are crucial so that the content is grounded within the kitchen and there are no risks of anyone showing their back to the camera. This gives easy access to natural interaction and a variety of angles that show the action, all in the beautiful characterful surrounds of a curated kitchen.

It’s also important to consider the breadth of content that’s required – kitchen-based content may require a dining set up or a cosy snug/ seating area to help maximise the content you get from one shoot – and these additional areas might be required to be tonally very similar to the kitchen, or very different. Each brief has its own requirements, and we’re here to help you fulfil them!

Here’s a Look at Some of Our Central-Hob Kitchens:

The Bright Contemporary, Roscommon

The Modern Neutral – Dublin

The Colourful Scandi, Dublin

Teach An Fod Dubh, Cavan

The Designer’s Oasis, Galway

The Dublin Terrace, Dublin

SoScout Locations Bring Character

If the central hob is not your top priority, then personality and character will be. You’ll be looking for something really aspirational for a luxury brand or product – a space with high-end finishes, stunning details or unique features that most people don’t have in their own home. Desire is ignited because of the luxury and the polish, but it still feels real, and achievable.

… even when the brief calls for ‘an ordinary family home’ it still needs to look good.

More family-driven brands will want to work in kitchens that are still interesting and curated, but just not quite as polished. These homes are more relatable, and are more about authenticity than perfection – the vibe is more ‘this could be my kitchen’ rather than, ‘oh, I’d love to live there’.

Of course, a lot of SoScout’s homes and kitchens are a hybrid of the two – they are homes and spaces that feel real and achievable, but elevated. They are usually well-designed, clearly loved and used, but also beautifully styled. Because, let’s face it, even when the brief calls for ‘an ordinary family home’ it still needs to look good.

Whatever aesthetic you’re pursuing, SoScout’s curated directory offers carefully selected authentic home kitchens that align with different brand stories and creative visions. We’ve broken them down by aesthetics, plenty of these examples have central hobs also.

Cottage-Core Kitchens

Tapestry House, Dublinhttp://Tapestry House, Dublin

The Woodland Lodge, Wicklow

Textured Modern Kitchens

Lark House, Dublin

Linea House, London

Park Row Collective 1, Dublin

Luxe Eclectic Kitchens

The Coach House, Dublin

The Vibrant Eclectic, Dublinhttps://soscout.com/property/12-the-vibrant-eclectic/

Industrial-Vibe Kitchens

The Black Box, Dublin

The Subterranean, Dublin

Traditional Style Kitchens

Eala House, Dublin

Mountrothe House, Kilkennyhttps://soscout.com/property/126-mountrothe-house/

The Dublin Cottage, Dublin

Production Logistics

Alongside fulfilling the aesthetic aspect of the brief, production logistics are just as important. Production crews will have specific requirements for access, noise, set-up or staging and power – these are all provided with the property’s individual profile.

SoScout properties are often family homes, each of our property profiles lists the accessible and off-limits areas in each home and the house rules for each location. Local catering options are listed also – because while food preparation, heating and cooking can happen as part of a food brand shoot with prior arrangement, it’s a firm no for crew! Larger productions will use catering trucks and if the property is hired for an event, there is usually space for a food truck service on site.

When working in a SoScout property, you’re not just hiring a location, you’re being welcomed into a home that holds memories, family traditions, and daily routines. Our homeowners are excited to share their property with you, to help bring creative projects to life – and this space sharing comes with responsibilities that extend far beyond typical studio etiquette. Clean-up will be proportional to how extensively you’ve used the space and appliances – and homeowners will expect their kitchen to be left in the same condition as you found it in the first place, with the utmost care taken of every item.

Treating their homes with the same care you’d want for your own space ensures positive experiences for everyone involved and helps build the trust that makes authentic location work possible.

Evaluating potential spaces

When scouting directly for a kitchen location, the checklist will be extensive and detailed. The scout will make detailed evaluations based on the project brief and their experience. SoScout locations have all already met our baseline requirements –
- the property has visual appeal and unique characterful features
- the location will add value to a production
- the logistics are manageable and available for review (parking, accessibility, crew facilities, noise etc)
- the kitchen photographs well and is well-maintained
- the homeowner is not only open to filming in their home, but they are educated in what to expect and how to manage a shoot on site and, of course,
- there are clear agreements in place
Additionally, and depending on the brief, the questions you’ll have to answer are:
- Does it align with the brand’s personality and visual identity?
- Are there other parts of the property that are needed or can be used for additional content, establishing shots or contextual elements – ie dining tables, living spaces, outdoor areas?
And of course, everything else that goes with a brilliant, high quality production!

Some of our kitchens in action

SoScout kitchens (and dining tables!)

Jane Seymour in Acorn TV’s Relative Secrets at 42 The Coach House, Dublin

SuperValu at Coal Lane House, Dublin

Revive Active at Cedar House, Wicklow

The Headplan at The Modern Neutral, Dublin

SuperValu at Broadstone, Dublin

SuperValu at Broadstone, Dublin

Irish Craft Cocktails at The Monkstown Home, Dublin

We have more in-depth kitchen profiles available, get in touch with us and share your brief so that we can find your brand’s kitchen soulmate!

hello@soscout.com

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September 30, 2025
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 aligned personality, the location serves to amplify that creative vision and gives unique results every single time.

Ready to see how location creatives
work their magic?

Finding the perfect location isn’t just about pretty pictures in a database. It’s about understanding your creative vision, reading between the lines of your brief, and matching you with spaces that work both creatively and logistically.

Get our free Location Matching Guide and discover how we help productions find their location soulmate. You’ll read 5 real success stories where our strategic recommendations unlocked the creative vision in ways our clients hadn’t imagined – including one production that saved 25% on their location costs.

Plus, you’ll get 3 insider emails about working with our platform, featuring platform tours, booking tips from our most successful clients, and behind-the-scenes insights into how we vet properties.

GET THE FREE GUIDE

Learn how location creatives match production briefs to shoot-ready locations and save your shoot.

WHY COAL LANE HOUSE WORKS

Coal Lane House is the home of SoScout’s founder, interior designer Stephanie O’Sullivan and where SoScout started from. Built on the site of an old leather warehouse and designed by Stephanie and her architect husband, Graham, it embodies many of the characteristics we look for in our directory locations, and has the two primary features we require – space and personality.

Some interior views of Coal Lane House

Spacious interiors are essential for production crews, though we do also curate intimate spaces for specific creative needs. Through its mix of industrial textures, mid century furnishings and minimalist styling, Coal Lane has its own very unique personality, providing a rich canvas for creatives to work with. This case study aims to illustrate just how incredibly foundational a great location is to a brand shoot and show that the location doesn’t define the outcome.

When creative teams choose and use the right location for a campaign, and use it well, the return on investment is huge. The result is that clients get exceptional, authentic-feeling assets that will attract and compel their audience in all the right ways – the Coal Lane House case study proves just that.

HOW GREAT LOCATIONS ELEVATE GREAT IDEAS

Coal Lane’s rich visual textures and interesting natural light are what make this space such a creative catalyst – you’ll see how natural-light shoots take advantage of how the light changes throughout the day and shoots with additional lighting make the most of the subtle surface texture of the fair-faced concrete walls. Some brands have opted to dwell in the velvety tones and warm glow of diffused natural light while others have exploited the industrial vibe that you get when you bring additional lighting to concrete surfaces.

The flow of the spaces, the combination of furnishings and surface textures and how the space feels all give creative teams something substantial to work with, a way to take the concept they’ve designed and make it into something unique to them. The non-studio setting makes these concepts feel real to the viewer/ consumer too, a compelling authenticity that can’t be manufactured.

CASE STUDY: FIFTEEN CREATIVE TEAMS, ONE INSPIRING LOCATION

Across these next few slides you’ll see how different brands have used the same structural elements, surface textures and spaces to support their brand’s aesthetic. You’ll see how each creative team chose to use available and/ or additional lighting to support their vision and how the space’s personality complimented each brand while still offering a multitude of creative possibilities. Rather than over explain, we’ll let the visuals do the talking. Below you’ll see how 15 different brands have used Coal Lane House as the dynamic backdrop to their fashion brand – and this selection is only fashion brands.

Scroll down to see the location in action and a wrap up at the end.

CREATIVE EXPERTISE

When hiring a creative team to execute your vision, or working with in-house creatives, the mark of their expertise will be in their capacity to exploit a location to its fullest potential. Styling, casting, lighting and direction all come together to create something unique against the rich canvas of a genuine location that will not only compliment the brand’s personality but elevate the aesthetic and lend a whole new dimension to the campaign story.

Ready to see how location creatives
work their magic?

Finding the perfect location isn’t just about pretty pictures in a database. It’s about understanding your creative vision, reading between the lines of your brief, and matching you with spaces that work both creatively and logistically.

Get our free Location Matching Guide and discover how we help productions find their location soulmate. You’ll read 5 real success stories where our strategic recommendations unlocked the creative vision in ways our clients hadn’t imagined – including one production that saved 25% on their location costs.

Plus, you’ll get 3 insider emails about working with our platform, featuring platform tours, booking tips from our most successful clients, and behind-the-scenes insights into how we vet properties.

GET THE FREE GUIDE

Learn how location creatives match production briefs to shoot-ready locations and save your shoot.

CHARACTERFUL PROPERTIES AS THE RICH CANVAS, NOT THE DNA

SoScout is a curated directory of properties that are shoot-ready and will lend their personality to a campaign as the rich canvas for the creative team to work on, but they are not the DNA of the shoot. Each production crew and brief brings itself to a location in a symbiotic relationship that produces something different every single time to create effective, compelling campaign material.

When creative teams choose and use the right location for a campaign, and use it well, the return on investment is huge. The result is that clients get exceptional, authentic-feeling assets that will attract and compel their audience in all the right ways – the Coal Lane House case study proves just that.

Ready to see how the right location can amplify your brand’s creative vision? Explore our curated directory and discover your brand’s location soul mate.

EXPLORE ALL LOCATIONS

September 18, 2025
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.

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118 The Victorian Farmhouse | Dublin

A restored & renovated Victorian Farmhouse set in the Dublin suburbs with interiors that celebrate the heritage of the property. The detached nature of the house, sitting on it’s own grounds, makes it a unique location in the Dublin area. View Property

85 Archway Residence | Dublin

A traditional red brick home that’s undergone thoughtful renovation with an incredibly unique extension, there’s a ton of space & variety in this location, perfect for lots of settings on shoot days. View Property

57 The Dublin Terrace | Dublin

A South Dublin location with well designed, bright interiors. An Edwardian terraced home with a modern renovation & warm, neutral interiors. View Property

100 The Luxe Eclectic | Dublin

Eclectic luxury in a period property with a modern extension providing a variety of backdrops and settings from measured opulence to chic simplicity. View Property

70 The Red Brick Home | Dublin

A renovated red brick home in city centre Dublin, full of light, plants and neutral interiors – a great backdrop for shoots & filming. View Property

147 Green Hollow House | Wexford

This grand country home in Wexford sits quietly in the green countryside, with traditional cottage interiors that bring warmth and comfort to its spacious, timeless setting. On-site parking. Suitable for Large Productions. View Property

153 Burgundy House | Dublin

This cool city house mixes old charm with modern style. A sleek, minimalist extension opens to a bright courtyard. Inside, a 70s burgundy and forest green palette pops against soft Scandi neutrals. The space feels fun, relaxed and full of personality. The dining space is unique, not open plan, traditional in format with wallpaper and furniture that pays homage to the home’s roots. This property neighbours our Coal Lane House location. View Property

109 Aughrim House | Dublin

A charming family home in Dublin that combines traditional architectural features with midcentury furnishings. Heritage details, such as original doors, high ceilings, and classic woodwork, highlight the home’s character. View Property

41 The Woodland Lodge | Wicklow

A stunning woodland home with cleverly framed views of the surrounding landscape and neutral interiors perfect for shoots. View Property

154 Snug House | Wicklow

A modern black barn-style home in the heart of Wicklow, blending rustic charm with sleek interiors. Surrounded by woodland, it’s a versatile, light-filled space ideal for photo and film shoots. View Property

11 Peppercanister House | Dublin

A Georgian townhouse home in the centre of Dublin, thoughtfully restored and cared for. Flooded with natural light and original artworks, this property boasts a wealth of unique & characterful spaces. View Property

77 The Monkstown Home | Dublin

A traditional Dublin home with an eclectic kitchen renovation. View Property

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What Makes a SoScout Location Different?

We don’t just list properties, we curate them. Each SoScout space is:

Adaptable – with dynamic interiors, exterior views and property owner buy-in.

Brimming with visual character and creative potential.

Scouted for production: we understand the needs of film, TV, and content teams – from power access & parking to wifi & WCs and it’s all listed right on the property profile.

Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life

If you’re scouting for a long-term filming location, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch – hello@soscout.com – and let’s unlock the doors to the perfect space for your next big project.

August 12, 2025
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 and coastal towns, showcasing the range and reach of Irish storytelling and featuring the beauty of our native landscapes. 🔗

The demand for reliable, flexible long-term filming locations is growing – whether it’s a rambling country estate, modern family home or large office spaces – we’ve got them. At SoScout we work with creators and crews to facilitate creative freedom while offering logistical ease.

Each of our property’s profiles specify their parking and access information to make shortlisting locations as easy as possible, as well as giving you a feel for the property itself.

Our platform unlocks new opportunities and location possibilities.

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EXPLORE OUR LONG-TERM LOCATION SHOWCASE

Here are just a few standout spaces in our directory, ideal for multi-day and extended productions. Each location comes pre-vetted, shoot-ready, and backed by SoScout’s hands-on support.

66 Lough Crew Estate, Co. Meath

A stunning 17th century property sitting on landscaped grounds, spanning over 200 acres, inclusive of a lake, neolithic cairns and Saint Oliver Plunkett’s church. View Property

28 The Georgian Estate, Co. Wicklow

A classic walled Georgian Estate set on 150 acres of private land, thoughtfully designed contemporary interiors encompassing the original features of the property. The location is secluded and private, with no pylons, making it perfect for period filming. It can accommodate large productions and has on-site parking for large vehicles. View Property

19 The Country Estate, Co. Armagh

A stunning Georgian gentleman’s residence, built c.1815, retaining an abundance of original features, situated in extensive private grounds with lakeside views and outbuildings. View Property

59 Kilfenora House, Co. Clare

A characterful 1930’s home that sits adjacent to the spectacular Burren region in County Clare. Lovingly restored with it’s original features intact, coupled with a modern charred timber clad extension. View Property

113 The Roundstone Townhouses, Co. Galway

This unique location is a collection of five interconnected townhouses. Originally a pub and a 13-bedroom B&B, the buildings have been meticulously restored and transformed into design-led residences. From the front, it appears as a terrace of three houses, but through the third door lies a hidden garden and communal space with stunning water and mountain views. The design reflects Connemara’s landscape, using natural wood, stone, and a palette inspired by the surroundings. Available individually or combined with accommodation for overnight stays if needed. View Property

67 Crumlin Park House, Co. Galway

Crumlin Park House was built in 1844 by Peter Blake and is one of a number of seats of influence of the famous Galway Tribes. It passed in turn to Cecil Henry who used the property as a gentleman’s residence, country retreat and working farm. In recent times a loving restoration has been undertaken. View Property

88 Manor Estate, Co. Tipperary

A period manor house on an estate with a farm, out buildings, workers sheds, stables, fernery, gardens, fields, a lake and surrounded by incredible views of the surrounding hills. View Property

61 Ballydonegan Bay, Co. Cork

A coastal landscape location with incredible sea views and a range of outbuildings. View Property

80 The Old Famine Hospital, Co. Kerry

A derelict building on stunning grounds that was originally built for use as a Famine Hospital. View Property

84 The Ceramics Factory, Co. Limerick

Irish Dresden porcelain factory set up in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick in the 1960s. Comprises three large factory halls with working kilns, packing area, storerooms and office & showroom. View Property

79 The Devonshire Estate, Co. Cork

A stunning Georgian estate situated at the gateway to West Cork. Boasting expansive grounds and a good variety of interior spaces and the option for on-site accommodation. View Property

95 Clonalis House, Co. Roscommon

A historic Irish country house, built in 1617, set in stunning, rural surrounds. View Property

145 The Meeting House, Dublin 1

A prestigious historic building in central Dublin, originally built in the late 1860s as a Quaker educational institute. The building’s restoration highlights original 19th-century materials, preserving Dublin’s architectural heritage while adapting it for modern use. View Property

144 The Hat House, Dublin 1

A bright Victorian office building that combines classic architectural features with modern features – a blank canvas in the heart of the city for shoot, events & filming. View Property

103 Dolphin Beach Lodge & Home, Co. Galway

Two stunning beachfront homes, available individually or combined with potential overnight crew accommodation available. This is a unique location with private beach access and uninterrupted views over the Atlantic Ocean. View Property

105 The Heritage Estate, Co. Waterford

The Heritage Estate is nestled in the heart of Annestown village, on the Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark. Mainly built in the 1800s the house has breathtaking views over the Atlantic Ocean and across the county of Waterford. The main house offers 750sqm of space and there’s 10 acres of lawns and woodland with views and access down to the beach. The courtyards, stables and function areas are all renovated and include an old barn which has been remodelled to become the fabulous “Nellie’s Bar”. View Property

112 Barnahown Farmhouse, Co. Cork

Beautifully renovated and restored mid-1800s farmhouse featuring original lime render, pointed stone walls, and tasteful, understated decor. A new studio apartment with a striking 5-meter mono-pitch ceiling adjoins the rear of the property. This location is available for booking as individual spaces or can be combined with overnight accommodation options. View Property

122 The Cork Castle, Co. Cork

A medieval castle and Georgian Mansion on 110 acres bordered by a meandering river and lake. The Georgian mansion is in two parts; the main house, built in 1742, with 8 bedrooms all en-suite, a reception room, games room, library, professional kitchen and the early 20th century ballroom. View Property

127 The Clifftop House, Co. Waterford

This clifftop home features light, neutral interiors with a clean Scandinavian style. Large windows fill the space with natural light and showcase stunning ocean views. View Property

132 The Arcadian Gardens, Co. Meath

Created between 1740 and 1780, this is Europe’s only near-complete surviving Ferme Ornée – an ornamental farm blending working agriculture with landscaped beauty. Inspired by the Romantic Movement, it features tree-lined avenues, lakes, follies, and decorative buildings, offering a rare glimpse into 18th-century pastoral idealism and early landscape design. View Property

147 Green Hollow House, Co. Wexford

This grand country home in Wexford sits quietly in the green countryside, with traditional cottage interiors that bring warmth and comfort to its spacious, timeless setting. On-site parking. Suitable for Large Productions. View Property

What Makes a SoScout Location Different?

We don’t just list properties, we curate them. Each SoScout space is:

Adaptable – with dynamic interiors, exterior views and property owner buy-in.

Brimming with visual character and creative potential.

Scouted for production: we understand the needs of film, TV, and content teams – from power access & parking to wifi & WCs and it’s all listed right on the property profile.

Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life

If you’re scouting for a long-term filming location, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch – hello@soscout.com – and let’s unlock the doors to the perfect space for your next big project.

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August 8, 2025
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 a breeze – we think the hardest thing will be deciding which location to choose. We’re the first Irish-based ‘shoot ready’ location property service connecting location seekers with location owners. When you search, shortlist and hire your location through SoScout, you get access to some of the most exciting and impressive properties available – and all of them are fully vetted, informed and shoot-ready.

Whether you’re searching for an industrial vibe for a brand video or a luxurious estate to stage a product photo shoot, SoScout makes sure every property is ready to go. With tight hiring agreements and clear communication with property owners, we take the guesswork out of location scouting. This also prevents heartbreaking scenarios like last-minute cancellations or discovering key resources aren’t available on-site.

THE BOOMING CREATOR ECONOMY

The creator economy is booming – The New Yorker called 2024 ‘The Year The Creators Took Over’. The last decade has seen the creatives among us gain access to an abundance of creative tools, allowing us to dream so much bigger in terms of what we can create – and most importantly, we have access to our own audiences too.

While creative agencies are thriving too, big and small, they are no longer the gatekeepers of talent and resources. Creators can make their own high quality work, and make it their way. And in an era when creators are up against ‘AI slop’, it’s more important than ever to have video and image content that stops the scroll and feels unmistakably real.

Part of this continuing boom is the constant innovation within the market – smaller brands and agencies have the capacity to pivot quickly to what their audience is looking for, this also builds and sustains trust in the brand.

THE NEW ERA OF CREATIVE STORYTELLING

This capacity to shift quickly has fundamentally changed the way we tell stories online now. Audiences want to be a part of the process as well as the final product.

Viewers are craving authenticity and nothing screams real like behind the scenes footage that brings the audience into the overall story and shows them just how authentic the work is, and shooting in a stunning location makes it easier for crew to get those all-important BTS shots.

A great location grounds your content in a specific mood, context or narrative – those sweeping landscapes, cosy textures or luxurious surfaces are doing more than providing a backdrop, they’re part of the fabric of the story.

WHY LOCATIONS CAN MAKE OR BREAK A SHOOT

When you have a vision for what you want to create, finding the perfect location can get left down the list of things to do because it can be (used to be) one of the most difficult. The easy option is always to hire a studio – but when your vision is for something more visually intricate than a white box or a paper backdrop, studio settings often just won’t cut it. What we often hear from our clients is that the space brings new ideas to life for them – when the location is already styled, with its own unique flair and character, it can give room to your concept to develop and expand – often exceeding its original potential. Original concept plus SoScout location is equal to much, much more than the sum of its parts.

SoScout gives you access to a mind-blowing selection of the most inspiring and exciting locations in the country – and internationally. As you scroll, swipe, heart and shortlist locations, you know that every single one of them is available to you and your crew. Search by style, location, budget – you’re guaranteed to find something stunning. Or don’t set any filters and let the location inspire your vision!

SoScout prepares the location owner so they know what’s required of them to ensure that your shoot experience is seamless.

ELEVATING BRANDS THROUGH EXCEPTIONAL BACKDROPS

Stunning backdrops not only impress your audience, but they play a huge part in telling the story of your brand. The perfect location is easy to work in and also sets the right vibe for your brand – it tells your audience exactly who you are and what your brand means.

Finding a location with the right personality elevates your product or service – aligning your brand with that personality gives you an edge that can’t always be measured. That just-right setting for your shoot does a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to communicating your message and attracting the right audience.

At SoScout we like to think of ourselves as match-makers – helping you to find your brand’s location soulmate! Whether your vibe is colourful and energetic, eclectic and warm, or contemporary and earthy – we’ve got you covered.

THE FUTURE OF CONTENT CREATION

The creative economy and content creation is set to grow by over 22% in 2025 alone, with over 50 million independent creators worldwide. Creators are the driving force behind this growth, constantly innovating to meet the demands of an ever-changing digital and social landscape. These small but mighty powerhouses, combine strategic planning with bold, creative ideas and continue to produce campaigns that are fresh, authentic and deeply resonate with their audience. And the unsung hero of this compelling content? The location!

The creator economy is continuing to reshape the world of content creation – agile agencies, brands and independent creatives are responding in real time to what their audiences need and in doing so, they’re keeping their viewers engaged and loyal. At the heart of this authentic storytelling and creative excellence are the phenomenal locations that we strive to bring to the table. With the perfect location, your vision can come to life, creating new possibilities for your product or service along with it.

Start planning your next shoot right now with SoScout.

April 29, 2025
TAX BREAKS & FILMING IN IRELAND

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 country’s unique scenery and professional production services, makes filming in Ireland a lucrative proposition. At the heart of Ireland’s film incentives program lies the Section 481 Film Tax Credit, a generous tax relief designed to support film and television productions that choose to shoot in the country.

The film relief includes the production of feature films, short films of feature quality, television dramas, animations, and creative documentaries. Under this scheme, eligible productions can benefit from a tax credit of up to 32% of eligible Irish expenditure.

In addition, the Irish legislation specifies that a special purpose production company, referred to as a qualifying company, is set up for each film and that the costs be incurred by the qualifying company. This producer company must be resident in the State or an EEA State and carries on a business in the State through a branch or agency. As a result, many international production companies will opt to work with a local Irish production company to avail more seamlessly of the Film Tax Credit.To qualify for the tax relief, the minimum amount that must be spent on the production is €250,000 (this is known as the qualifying expenditure in the legislation) and the minimum eligible expenditure is €125,000.

International production companies should carefully read up on the relevant materials published by Revenue in order to calculate these accurately. The third and final piece of the criteria to be met is achieved by having a cultural certificate issued by the Minister for Tourism, Arts, Culture, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.

THE CULTURE TEST

To receive a cultural certificate, the film must satisfy either or both the Culture test or the Industry development test. The Culture test states that the film must be of importance to the promotion, development and enhancement of the national culture including, where applicable, the Irish language. To pass the Industry development test, the production company must show that the film production will act as an effective stimulus to film making in the State through, among other things, the provisions of quality employment and training and skills development opportunities. More guidance on the cultural certificate application can be found here.

The amount of relief due depends on the production costs of the qualifying film. The credit is 32% of whichever is the lowest of: eligible expenditure, 80% of total qualifying film production costs or €70 million. A claim for the credit can be made in full after the film is completed. Alternatively, a claim for up to 90% of the credit based on budgeted expenditure can be made, with the balance claimed on completion. The submission of all of these documents is directly via the Irish Revenue online portal (ROS), however seeking appropriate tax advice from local authorities or qualified professionals familiar with Section 481 is recommended. Beyond the basic tax relief on the core production expenditure in the State, Ireland also offers a few other relief options that may give additional incentive to a production company considering shooting in Ireland.

THE IRISH NETWORK

As a known film production hub, Ireland has entered into co-production treaties with several countries, providing additional benefits for projects that are official co-productions between Ireland and a treaty partner. These treaties offer filmmakers access to international funding, creative resources, and distribution networks, enhancing the overall competitiveness of Irish productions on the global stage. These include EU states and select EEA states, as well as Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Learn more about international co-productions here at Screen Ireland.

Ireland also offers incentives for post-production work, including a Section 481 credit for post-production on eligible projects. Productions can avail of a Section 481 credit for post-production activities carried out in Ireland, such as editing, sound design, and visual effects. This holistic approach to incentivizing the entire production process further solidifies Ireland’s position as a top destination for filmmakers seeking high-quality services and support.

REGIONAL UPLIFT SCHEME

International production companies should take note that the Regional Uplift scheme, where productions that film in specific regions designated by the state for an increased tax credit percentage, is in the process of being phased out and will not apply from production undertaken in 2024 and onwards. While the benefits of filming in Ireland are clear, navigating the application process for tax incentives can be a complex task.

To ensure a smooth and successful application, filmmakers are advised to consult with experienced tax professionals or local production companies who are well-versed in Ireland’s film incentives program. By seeking guidance early in the planning stages, filmmakers can maximise their chances of securing the full range of incentives available to them.

Ireland offers various incentives for filmmakers to bring their creative visions to life in a dynamic and supportive environment. Whether you are a seasoned producer or a first-time filmmaker, Ireland’s rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, local network of production offerings and financial incentives make it an ideal destination for your next production.

SoScout’s shoot and accommodation booking services are helping to further develop the resources available to production companies coming to Ireland, making the experience more professional and tailored to your production’s needs.

April 29, 2025