Create beside the river
Spend time painting, sketching, and discovering inspiration in the natural beauty of Northern Portugal.
Art Retreat in Portugal
It’s never too late
to find your art.
Give your creativity the time it deserves.Join us for a week to paint, write or photograph, enjoying nature and connecting with a welcoming creative community.Open to all experience levels. Talk to us before you book. A short video call is all it takes.
4.9 / 5 from 112 Google reviews
Hear it from Raj
Does this feel familiar?
You’ve made time for so much. Now make time for your art.
Maybe there’s a project you set aside, a passion you’ve been meaning to return to, or simply a wish for more time to explore, find inspiration and work on something that’s yours. You don’t need a plan, a portfolio or a title to begin.
Your next chapter could begin here. You don’t need to be a professional, bring a group, or wait for the perfect moment.
Your week at StartArt
Imagine a week that belongs entirely to you.
Find your people
Share meals, stories, and creative experiences with an international community of artists and curious minds.
Discover authentic Portugal
Explore local culture, traditional food, beautiful landscapes, and the slower rhythm of Portuguese life.
Feel at home
Enjoy comfortable accommodation, welcoming creative spaces, and shared meals without having to organise every detail yourself.
Your week, day by day
Time to create. Moments to connect.
Seven days to create more, discover Portugal, connect with inspiring people and return home with a renewed sense of purpose and belonging.
- TUEArrive and connectGame night
- WEDFind your way aroundHouse Art Walls Tour
- THUAuthentic PortugalLocal visit & restaurants
- FRIPaint beside the riverPainting workshop
- SATShare what you madeCollective exhibition & bonfire
- SUNExplore PortugalOpen Day: Porto, Braga or Guimarães
- MONCarry it homeCheck out
Rooms & prices
Book your art retreat.
Everything is included: your room, three meals a day, studio access, a weekly programme, and river and pool access. Choose your room, pick your dates and we take care of the rest. Prices are per person, per week. Ask about couple or group discounts.
Private bedroom · private bathroom
Private ensuite
Comfort, privacy and independence, with a private bathroom of your own.
€840/ week · VAT not included
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Shared bedroom · private bathroom
Shared room
A shared bedroom with a private bathroom, a more social way to stay.
€630/ week · VAT not included
Check dates & bookIncluded in every room
- 3 meals included
- Fibre Wi-Fi & co-work spaces
- Studio access
- Weekly programme
- River & pool access
FROM OUR RESIDENTS
★★★★★
“This place really allows artists to meet, share ideas, and be creative together. The food is delicious, and the house is beautiful.”Getting here
Portugal is closer than you think.
Porto airport is about 40 minutes from the house, and we can arrange a pickup if you need one.
Flight time to Porto
- ≈6h40United Statesfrom New York
- ≈2h25United Kingdomfrom London
- ≈1hSpainfrom Madrid
Typical nonstop flights. Schedules vary by season.
Still deciding?
Tell us what you need.
Questions about dates, rooms or what to expect? Send us a message about your practice and what you need. We’ll help you find the right dates and room.
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