Join our Creative Art Retreat in Exmoor
Get the New Year off to a colourful start!
We are delighted to be working with talented local artist Natasha Eveleigh and co-hosting her Creative Art Retreat in our Minehead cottages from Friday 26th January to Monday 29th January 2024.
Over two days and three nights, you’ll be able to let your creative juices flow with one-to-one tutoring and support to develop your painting and drawing skills. You’ll stay in luxurious accommodation with hot tubs, cosy fires and beautiful gardens. You’ll meet like-minded people, make new friends, and enjoy some lovely meals and conversations together. This friendly and safe environment suits every skill level, from absolute beginners to experts. What are you waiting for?
Whether you’re an absolute beginner or looking for inspiration – this Creative Art Retreat is perfect for you!
Natasha specialises in bright floral abstract art using a number of different mediums and has perfected many techniques that she’ll share with you to help you create beautiful, expressive artwork. On this Creative Art Retreat, you’ll learn how to paint with acrylics, watercolours and gelli printing. You’ll be able to experiment with Natasha’s favourite mediums including watercolour inks. And we will explore mindful and intuitive painting that helps ease stress and aides relaxation. At the end of the weekend, you will be able to reflect on the different approaches you’ve learnt and use the art you’ve created and seen others produce to inspire you and start you off on your own projects.
Natasha says: “I’m excited to offer this course in my coastal hometown of Minehead. I believe everyone can learn and develop their inner creative skills to paint and draw and benefit from a positive impact on physical and mental well-being. As you’ll see from my work, I’m inspired by colour and nature, particularly flowers, and so I’m hoping if the weather is kind, we can spend some time in the beautiful gardens at the gorgeous award-winning cottages that I’ve selected for your accommodation. I hope you can join us.”
What previous retreat attendees say:
“As a first-timer on a creative retreat, I couldn’t have wished for more. Tutor Natasha worked tirelessly to provide a safe space within which to experiment and find our creative selves.”
“Natasha’s classes are fun and bright, she has helped me fall in love with colour and given me confidence in trying new techniques.”
“Natasha has great energy, she always has a smile and an encouraging word, she has opened up my world to colour.”
Relax, everything is included in the price
- Expert tutoring and guidance at the cottages
- All the art materials you need to participate. Once you’ve registered, Natasha will send you a list of essential materials for you to bring
- Three nights’ accommodation at luxury holiday cottages Pilgrim Corner and The Old Sweet Shop in Minehead. These beautiful cottages are Five Star Gold rated by VisitEngland
- Full board with delicious meals shared with your fellow Retreatees home cooked by brilliant local caterer Annie Davey
- See the itinerary in detail
About the accommodation
The Old Sweet ShopPilgrim Corner and The Old Sweet Shop are award-winning Tudor-era thatched cottages set in the picturesque ‘higher town’ area of Minehead. These characterful cottages are Five Star Gold rated by VisitEngland, its highest accolade, and as you would expect they are superbly furnished and equipped. You’ll enjoy super-comfortable beds, spacious living areas with wood-burning stoves, fast Wi-Fi, and hot tubs set in gorgeous gardens. Both of these beautiful luxury self-catering cottages are sure to make your time at the Creative Art Retreat unique, memorable and incredibly comfortable.
Pilgrim CornerReserve your room for £100
Please choose your preferred room and occupancy from the list below. All prices listed include full board and accommodation for three nights, tutoring and some materials. The balance is due two weeks before your stay. Payment in instalments is available upon request.
On your first night, there’s a welcome meal hosted by Natasha. Art starts at 9.30 am on Saturday and Sunday. Each evening you’ll return to your cottage for an evening meal with your fellow artists, a soak in the hot tub and chats in the comfortable sitting rooms.
If you have a partner who would love to stay with us during this time but does not want to participate in the painting, they are very welcome. There is a lot of walking, stately homes to explore and golf locally as well as some excellent pubs and tearooms. We can provide recommendations of places to visit – just ask. Please call us to discuss your requirements and for prices.
Choose your room (all prices are inclusive of meals and quoted per person)
Single occupancy in a double room at £695 pp
SOLD Dance en-suite bedroom in Pilgrim Corner
Strawberry Sherbet in The Old Sweet Shop (has its own bathroom but not en-suite)
Single occupancy in a king room at £715 pp
Vogue (SOLD) and Peacock en-suite bedrooms in Pilgrim Corner
Refresher and Marshmallow en-suite bedrooms in The Old Sweet Shop
Double occupancy in a twin or double room
Double occupancy in a small twin room £550 pp
Lemon Drop en-suite bedroom in The Old Sweet Shop
Double occupancy in a double room at £575 pp
Strawberry Sherbet in The Old Sweet Shop (has its own bathroom but not en-suite)
Double occupancy in a superior twin room £595 pp
The Garden Room en-suite bedroom in Pilgrim Corner (NB: This room can also be configured as a super king)
Double occupancy in a king room at £650 pp
Vogue and Peacock en-suite bedrooms in Pilgrim Corner
Refresher and Marshmallow en-suite bedrooms in The Old Sweet Shop
Questions before you book?
Please contact Natasha to discuss any aspect of the creative art retreat and Lucy to discuss the accommodation and to book your place.
Can’t make January?
You can already book your place at our November 2024 retreat, starting on Friday 15th November with check-out on Monday 18th November. Contact us to book.
“I was terrified of colour and had never painted. The acrylic course was fun and gave me the confidence to experiment with colour and different techniques. Natasha is always ready with words of encouragement and a warm smile.”
“I have been to both acrylic and watercolour classes with Natasha. Her patient and kind tuition makes the sessions so comfortable and friendly that even a complete beginner like me is inspired to do more.”
