Skip the spreadsheets, the endless emails, and the 20% platform fees. SetVenue connects you directly with production-ready properties at the lowest cost.
Why SetVenue
Scouting takes weeks
Search production-ready locations with detailed specs upfront. Filter by city, style, capacity, and amenities in seconds — no guesswork.
Platform fees eat your budget
Just 10% service fee for renters — lower than Giggster (15-25%) and Peerspace (15-20%). More budget for what matters.
Listings hide the details
Every SetVenue property shows crew parking, power access, load-in logistics, noise levels, and production-specific amenities upfront.
Scattered across platforms
Film locations, photo shoot venues, and event spaces in one place. One search, one booking, one invoice.
Featured locations
Sprawling 3.25-acre hilltop Malibu estate with panoramic ocean, mountain, and treetop views. This 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom retreat features soaring 9-foot ceilings, beamed ceilings, sunken living room, open floor plan, and multiple fireplaces. Gourmet kitchen with marble counters, kitchen island, double oven, and pantry. Spa with mountain views, detached guest house with in-law suite, barn/stable, and room for a tennis court. Security features include automatic gate and alarm system. Indoor-outdoor living with French doors, balcony, and expansive grounds including front yard, back yard, and horse property. Built-in BBQ, bar with ice maker, and formal dining room for world-class entertaining.
3 hour minimum
8 guests
A secluded residential retreat in Woodland Hills offering a true private oasis experience with dedicated outdoor space away from the bustle of the city. This property's intimate atmosphere and self-contained outdoor areas make it ideal for exclusive productions, private events, and retreat-style shoots. The private setting provides a rare sense of seclusion in the San Fernando Valley.
3 hour minimum
8 guests
A stunning Mediterranean-style estate in the heart of Encino blending Spanish architectural elegance with modern luxury. This single-story residence features terracotta tile roofing, arched windows, and stucco walls that exude timeless SoCal charm. Inside, soaring ceilings with a grand chandelier anchor the formal living room, complemented by a fireplace, plush furnishings, and abundant natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows. The home includes a private screening room with reclining leather theater seating, a beautifully landscaped patio with outdoor lounge areas, and a swimming pool. Modern bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers and chrome fixtures complete this versatile production-ready property.
3 hour minimum
8 guests
Unlike other platforms, SetVenue does not discriminate based on content type. If it's legal and insured, you can book here.
We host Film & Television, Commercial & Advertising, Music Video, Photography, Events, and Adult Entertainment — all under one roof, all treated with the same professional booking experience.
Properties that accept adult productions are clearly marked with the "All Productions Welcome" designation. Every such property is owner-opted-in, insured, and booked through the same secure platform.
Accepted production types
A $5,000 booking costs you $500 less on SetVenue than on Giggster.
Built for productions
Book for a single day, a full week, or an entire month. Select your date range and get instant pricing.
Make offers on properties. Negotiate rates, duration, and terms directly with the host through the platform.
Every listing includes parking spots, power specs, max crew capacity, privacy level, cancellation policy, and verified amenities.
22 US cities with permit requirements, fees, timelines, and direct links to permit applications.
Understand insurance requirements before you book. We guide you through what coverage the host requires.
Can't find the right space? Submit a brief and our team will scout properties that match your creative needs.
What productions say
“We booked three LA locations in a single afternoon. The production-specific filters saved us two weeks of back-and-forth. We'll never go back to Peerspace.”
Rachel Torres
Line Producer, Apex Films
“The permit guides alone are worth it. We used to spend days figuring out city requirements — now we have everything in one place before we even sign the contract.”
Marcus Webb
Production Supervisor, WestCoast Creative
“SetVenue is the only platform that didn't make us jump through hoops for our music video shoot. Straightforward booking, transparent pricing, no surprises.”
Priya Nair
Director of Production, Neon Standard
How it works
Filter production-ready spaces by city, style, capacity, and amenities. Every listing includes production-specific details upfront so you shortlist faster.
Send your production brief directly to the host. Discuss dates, crew size, and any special requirements — all within the platform.
Host reviews your inquiry and confirms availability. Payment is held securely until your shoot is complete.
Arrive with your crew and create. Your invoice, COI, and permit docs are all in one place — ready before day one.
FAQ
Browse 40+ production-ready spaces across 22 US cities — or list your property and start earning with 0% host fees.