What people usually ask before booking a photo session at our home in Genesee, Colorado.
In Genesee, Colorado, in the foothills west of Denver, at 7,630 feet. We're just off I-70 at exit 253 (Chief Hosa), about 25 minutes from downtown Denver and 11 minutes from Red Rocks Amphitheatre. We send arrival and parking details before your session.
About 45 minutes from Denver International Airport, which makes it an easy stop for visitors heading into the mountains. See our vacation photos page.
Yes, there's parking for about 12 cars up at the house. The driveway is steep but straight and easy to drive.
Shops and restaurants are under 5 minutes away at the Evergreen Parkway exit. Mount Vernon Canyon Club is 9 minutes away, Red Rocks Amphitheatre is 11, and downtown Evergreen and Golden are under 20.
From $150 an hour, and golden hour from $250 an hour, with a two-hour minimum. See all rates.
Send us a date through the inquiry form. We'll reply with availability, the price for your session, and the golden-hour window for that day.
Bring your own, or ask us for names of photographers who already know the house.
Yes. Photographers running holiday or seasonal mini sessions can book a longer block for back-to-back families. See mini-session days.
The two hours before sunset, and the hour around sunrise. You can check the exact times for any date on our photo sessions page.
Only your group books the property during your session.
Tell us your headcount when you ask. The deck and patio fit a big group in one frame, and small groups of family or friends are welcome for proposals.
Yes, pets are welcome. Deer, elk and the occasional bear pass through, so please bring a leash. See our pet photos page.
Elk and deer pass through often. We can't promise them for your date, but they do tend to show up.
A warm layer, even in summer. Mountain weather changes fast at 7,630 feet, and it can get windy.
Clouds and light rain are part of the fun, and sessions go ahead. If thunderstorms, hail or high winds are forecast for your time, we'll move your session at no charge. Read the full weather plan.
Winter sessions go ahead in snow as long as the driveway is safe. If it isn't, we'll reschedule at no charge.
We wish we could. Winter often brings it up here, but we can't promise it for your date.
Not yet. We're checking with Jefferson County on what's allowed at our home. If you're dreaming of one, tell us your date and we'll write back as soon as we know more.
We only use what you share to answer you and plan your session. We never sell it, and we only share photos with permission. Read our privacy page.
Write to us at hello@vistaamada.com or send a message on Instagram. You'll hear back from Mily or Danny directly.