Fall Creative Retreat
Join us in the rolling hills of Tuscany, in a beautifully restored 13th-century farmhouse that offers a serene escape, surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, and forested trails. It’s the perfect setting to nourish the body, mind, and creative spirit.
Tuscany, Italy
September 25-30, 2026
You show up, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Venue & Accommodation
The villa’s accommodations blend rustic charm with cozy comfort, featuring thoughtfully restored rooms filled with antique furnishings and natural materials. Each room is unique, reflecting the farmhouse’s historic character while offering views of the surrounding countryside. Rooms can accommodate groups of 2 or 3, and all bathrooms are shared.
We will enjoy yoga and creative workshops in a light-filled indoor studio, meals shared on the terrace under the pergola and plenty of space to relax in a stunning setting immersed in nature.
Situated in the Tuscan countryside, it is approximately a 1 hour drive from Florence and 30 minutes from Siena.
What to Expect
Art
1-2 creative workshops each day. We will explore a variety of art-making techniques and media.
We specialize in helping people get back in touch with their creative sides. Our creative workshops will be accessible for all levels and abilities. No prior art experience is needed. This retreat will be a place for you to explore new art mediums, get some guidance and hands on instruction, and leave feeling more connected to your creativity.
Wellness
Daily yoga offerings, as well as opportunities for meditation, creative writing/journaling and mindfulness practices. Massages will also be available for an additional cost.
Food
Meals are prepared by the in-house chef, with locally sourced fare, often right from the garden on site. Locally sourced wine will be served with dinner.
Activities
We will enjoy outings to a nearby natural hot springs with a packed picnic (we may have to stop for a gelato on our way home) or perhaps a visit to a nearby town. Hiking trails are available directly from the villa.
Sample Itinerary
Morning:
Morning yoga or writing workshop
Breakfast
Creative Workshop, perhaps plein air painting in the countryside or trying our hand at printmaking.
Afternoon:
Lunch together under the pergola.
Free time to relax, read a book, take a nap, go for a walk or get a massage.
Option: head to the natural hot springs for a dip and bring along your watercolors and sketchbook.
Evening:
Open air dinner.
Bon fire with live music.
Each day will be a little different. We encourage participants to opt in or opt out as you need. This time is for you, however you’d spend it.
Details & Cost
September 25-30, 2026: 5 nights, 6 days
Group size: 10-16 participants and 2 hosts
All bookings must be in groups of 2 or 3. Unfortunately we can’t accommodate any single occupancy rooms.
*Contact us directly if you’re traveling solo and would be open to sharing a room.
2 Person Occupancy:
Early Bird*: $3100 pp
Regular: $3400 pp
3 Person Occupancy:
Early Bird*: $2800 pp
Regular: $3100 pp
*early bird discount ends Dec 1st
What’s included: All meals, accommodation, activities, art supplies & yoga equipment.
What’s NOT included:
Transportation to the venue (including if you would like to participate in the 1 or 2 off-site activities, you need your own vehicle). We highly recommend renting a car to explore the area in general.
Massages.
Additional alcohol beyond a glass or two of wine with dinner.
*All payments are non-refundable. For those interested, we offer the ability to pay in 2 installments. (50% due at time of booking, remaining 50% due by April 1st)
*We recommend waiting to purchase airfare until we contact you to let you know that the trip is confirmed (when we hit the minimum number of participants).
The Hosts
Jennifer & Emily are a creative duo who met while both living in Copenhagen. After leading art groups together in the city, a dream was born of their shared passions of creating spaces to nurture creativity and their love of travel. It has been a dream come true to host retreats together, witnessing the power of getting away, relaxing, recentering and spending time connecting with others and your creativity.
Emily Sharp
Emily is a licensed art therapist with a Masters in Art Therapy and a BFA in Studio Art and Creative Writing. As the author of The Guided Art Therapy Deck, she is passionate about helping people feel better through developing their own unique creative practices. She’s an avid traveler who loves leading creative art & mindfulness workshops around the world.
Jennifer Chiles
Jennifer has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education with expertise in painting, drawing and ceramics. Not only is she passionate about the process of creating art herself, but also in teaching and connecting others with art. Having spent half her life living outside the US, she is thrilled to be creating opportunities for others to explore the world.
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