12 Cozy Fall Family Photo Ideas (2025)

On the lookout for a few unique Fall family photo ideas? Then you’re in the right place! When the smell of autumn is in the air and the leaves begin to turn, Mom and Dad may start to think about the annual family photo. But this year, instead of just piling the kids in the car and heading to the local park yet again, use Peerspace, the easiest platform for booking venues online by the hour. And yes, this includes family photoshoot-worthy spaces any time of year!

Peerspace has thousands of listings for venues of all kinds in cities and towns across the US, Canada, and beyond. Continue reading for a curated list of 12 cozy fall family photo ideas that are made even better when experienced in a Peerspace venue.

1. Gather together for a precious alpaca photoshoot

This alpaca farm in Westchester is just outside NYC and is the idyllic setting for your fall family photo ideas. It boasts a bucolic location that includes rolling hills, large pastures, and beautiful animals. The farm is located in the Hudson Valley and is home to 24(!) award-winning alpacas. You can also pose with the two friendly Icelandic horses that are pastured in a hilltop field to continue the animal adventures. The possibilities for fall family photo ideas here are endless. Alpacas make everything fun so the smiles will be genuine this year.

“Far Away Alpaca Farm was the perfect location for our shoot,” confirms a Peerspace reviewer. “From the farm store as our base camp, the barn and the fields, and the horses and alpacas – what a special, special place! Leda and Steve were gracious hosts and catered to our every need. Would not hesitate booking this again. 10/10!!!”

2. Gather round the fire at this A-frame cabin in Lake Arrowhead

We love this light-soaked A-frame cabin in the mountains in Lake Arrowhead, CA as the setting for your fall family photo ideas. It’s warm, charming, and picturesque, all in one! The home’s design means it gets tons of natural light all day, and the darling red brick fireplace makes the perfect backdrop to your family photos. You can also use the outdoor decks as the site for your photoshoot, with your photographer framing the images with the background mountains and towering trees. Talk about majestic!

3. A log cabin in the Sierras photoshoot

Looking for another picturesque log cabin on the West Coast, but with different vibes? Then check out this authentic log cabin in Forest Setting in Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA up in the Sierra mountains. It has a more “classic cabin in the woods” vibe than our last pick, which may be more appealing to your family. We would certainly incorporate the cozy fireplace as a setting as well as the deck overlooking the forest into your Fall family photo ideas.

Summer time may be the best season for these fun outdoor family photo ideas!

4. Set up camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains for your shoot

This charming tin roof cabin close to the North Georgia mountains is a perfect venue to reserve if you’re in Atlanta or Charlotte, NC. After all, here, fall is still very summery, so you and your family will feel more comfortable enjoying the outdoors. Throw together some barbecue in the kitchen and then gather the family ‘round the campfire with marshmallows on sticks then catch those genuine smiles bathed in the warmth of the firelight.

5. Get tons of fun and stylish looks at an Ontario barn and stable

If you’re looking for a venue in Ontario, Canada, this Kingsworth barn and stable is a beautiful venue to act out your cozy fall family photo ideas. Take photos in the barn surrounded by the barrels of hay and market lights, sit on the steps of the loft surrounded by seasonal pumpkins, or gather leaves beneath the massive trees. There are lots of scenarios to act out on this large estate. And if you book when the leaves are at their peak, it will be amazing.

6. Sip hot cider at a charming antique cafe in Boonton

One of our favorite fall family photo ideas involves gathering with your family in a warm, charming setting and sipping some tasty fall drinks together. And we think this uptown charming antique cafe in Boonton, NJ is the perfect setting for this idea!

The cafe boasts plenty of comfy seating, beautiful antique pieces, and warm lighting that totally sets the autumn tone. Check out what a Peerspace reviewer shared after filming here: “Alex [the host] is the best! He was super accommodating to everyone. He made us coffee (some of the best coffee I’ve ever had) [and] even volunteered as an extra! I’d 100% book with him again and he can definitely be an extra anytime!”

7. Enjoy the cottagecore vibes at this cottage-style home in Tobyhanna

Check out this cottage-style home with a beautiful fireplace in Tobyhanna, PA. Gather your familyaround the fireplace sipping cocoa and playing board games. You can also head outdoors to the gorgeous fire pit since it really is cozy under the trees, especially when they’re turning colors in the fall.

8. Take classic family portraits at this light + character filled downtown photo studio

What if you want a professional, blank-slate type of venue for taking your fall family photo ideas? Peerspace has you covered there, too! Check out this light + character filled downtown photo studio in Tacoma, WA. It’s a 280-square-foot studio space with white floors, white brick walls, and adorable decor to serve as the perfect setting for classic family portraits. Bring in some extra props to get the fall look, like faux autumn leaves, a harvest wreath, etc., for extra style and panache.

“Super cute, clean & affordable space for a photoshoot,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “Definitely wish I could have booked my time for longer to really capture moments utilizing all the props provided. Even on a gloomy day our pictures turned out nice.”

9. Ramp up the rustic, retro vibes at this rustic mountain chalet

If you’re in Pennsylvania, consider booking this modern rustic mountain chalet in White Haven for your fall family photoshoot. The fall colors are some of the most beautiful here, and this chalet is situated in the scenic Poconos Mountains.

We love the 70s retro vibes going on inside the cabin, thanks to its A-frame architecture, stained glass windows, and vintage bar (perfect for cranking out some hot cider during your shoot!). It’s a unique space that will not only help you create amazing photos, but amazing memories with your family.

How much does it cost to rent a cabin? Learn all about it with our guide!

10. Opt for upscale Scandi vibes at this Scandinavian designer cabin

This Scandinavian designer cabin in the woods is in Easton, CT, but you feel like you’re in Scandinavia, surrounded by forest. The cabin boasts floor-to-ceiling glass doors and panoramic views of the woods. The home’s open floor plan and airy, minimal furnishings offer a modern touch to your family photos. So there’s a flood of natural light inside and, once again, there’s an outdoor fire pit for excellent evening photos.

11. Bake some delicious fall treats together in a contemporary kitchen space

One of the best things about the fall season? Baking and eating fall treats! Maple cookies, pumpkin pie, pumpkin spice everything, it’s an indulgent season that’s easy to commemorate in your family photos.

If your kitchen isn’t up to the task, don’t worry. You can simply book a functioning and highly photogenic kitchen through Peerspace, like this contemporary kitchen with dark finishes and natural light in Orange, CA.

12. Explore this classic Seattle log cabin

Our final cozy log cabin is this Unique 1900s Log Cabin in Seattle, Washington. It was “originally built as a hunting cabin when Seattle was young and houses were not yet built in north Seattle. It’s the real deal and includes a moose head that the early folks hunted. The indoor space comes unfurnished.”

Ask the host to help you source vintage clothes for the family and perhaps some interesting-looking vintage tools and your cozy fall family photoshoot will knock the relatives’ socks off this year.

Fall family photo ideas: conclusion

We hope these fall fmaily photo ideas have inspired your next family photoshoot! As you can see, all you need are a few fun ideas and the perfect photoshoot location courtesy of Peerspace to bring your shoot to life. With spaces to suit every aesthetic preference, location, and budget, you can easily find the venue that suits your family’s needs, all while making incredible memories in the process!

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