7th February - 1st of March 2026
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RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
Water & Rock's ethos is that through art we can bring awareness and sensitivity to our natural world.
We are true believers that creative communication is the driving force for change.
Therefore if your work is inspired by nature and you are motivated to get stuck into to your project or develop your ideas, then we want to hear from you!
We are true believers that creative communication is the driving force for change.
Therefore if your work is inspired by nature and you are motivated to get stuck into to your project or develop your ideas, then we want to hear from you!
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The residency is for you if...
🌿 You are inspired by nature 🌿 You want to make change through your art 🌿 You have a project that needs nurturing & attention 🌿 You want to live in community 🌿 You want to immerse yourself in local culture 🌿 You want an adventure |
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AN AVERAGE WEEK AT THE WRITER'S RETREAT
MONDAY: ☀️AM: drive down to the local village market in Prinos where you will find beautiful fresh, seasonal vegetables from local small scale farmers.
Stock up for the week from the market, local fishmongers, butchers and supermarket, then finish the morning with a Greek coffee in the café with the local community.
🌜PM: Head back to house, light the fires, cosy up and get writing or head out for a walk around the village or into the beautiful gorge full of springs and dipping pools.
TUESDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning
🌜 PM: Writing afternoon or //mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
WEDNESDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning or// Excursion morning... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
🌜PM: Writing afternoon or// Excursion afternoon... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
THURSDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning
🌜PM: Writing afternoon or //mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
FRIDAY: ☀️🌜AM+PM: Excursion day... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
SATURDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning or// mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
🌜PM: Writing afternoon // Weekly group brainstorm & check-in
SUNDAY: ☀️AM: Go on a breathtaking hike with the local hiking or environmental group.
🌜PM: Reward yourself after a big hike with a traditional Sunday Long Lunch in a local taverna with friends and family.
Stock up for the week from the market, local fishmongers, butchers and supermarket, then finish the morning with a Greek coffee in the café with the local community.
🌜PM: Head back to house, light the fires, cosy up and get writing or head out for a walk around the village or into the beautiful gorge full of springs and dipping pools.
TUESDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning
🌜 PM: Writing afternoon or //mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
WEDNESDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning or// Excursion morning... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
🌜PM: Writing afternoon or// Excursion afternoon... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
THURSDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning
🌜PM: Writing afternoon or //mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
FRIDAY: ☀️🌜AM+PM: Excursion day... choose from a selection excursions (hiking, plein air writing, archaeological visits, beach...)
SATURDAY: ☀️AM: Writing morning or// mountain trail run with your host Leah (optional)
🌜PM: Writing afternoon // Weekly group brainstorm & check-in
SUNDAY: ☀️AM: Go on a breathtaking hike with the local hiking or environmental group.
🌜PM: Reward yourself after a big hike with a traditional Sunday Long Lunch in a local taverna with friends and family.
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February can be very cold in Northern Greece, it is not unusual to have a thick snow snow fall. Equally, it can be unusually warm and you could be wearing shorts in the day. The evening are usually crisp and dry with days sunny & warm. Bring warm hiking clothes, good hiking shoes and warm layers for when writing. You will be able to warm up by the fire and snuggle up to a hot water bottle in the evening, looking out at the clear starry sky. |
WHAT TO EXPECT
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🌿 Weekly shopping at the local market & village
🌿 Weekly group creative brainstorm & check in 🌿 Excursions around the island (hiking, archaeology, beach, plein air...) 🌿 Desk in your room 🌿 Communal desk space 🌿 Many outdoor terraces with stunning views 🌿 A quiet place to concentrate 🌿 Community & other creatives to share ideas with 🌿 Peace and quiet 🌿 A local guide (Leah your host) 🌿 Delicious Greek delicacies 🌿 The island all to yourself! |
🌿 Immersion into the local community
🌿 Friendly cats 🌿 Communal evening cooking 🌿 Magical gorge with fresh water springs and swim spots 🌿Cosy evenings around the fire 🌿 Stunning spring light & budding flowers 🌿 Yoga mats and blocks 🌿 Fully equipped shared kitchen 🌿 Private bedroom 🌿 Shared bathroom 🌿 Excellent wi-fi |
FEES FOR THE 2026 WRITER'S RETREAT
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RATES FOR 22 nights € 1250 per person * (+ €700 for double occupancy) |
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3 ROOMS
🌿 Metamorphosis room: On the ground floor, next to the bathroom & the studio. With its original stone work, this double room is very cosy, like sleeping in cocoon!
🌿 Fern spirit room: Upstairs room with a view, original features and a small wood burner, this room can be made up as a single or double room.
🌿 Krana room: Upstairs, a smaller but double room with fantastic views and a lovely feeling with its original wattle and daub walls.
🌿 Fern spirit room: Upstairs room with a view, original features and a small wood burner, this room can be made up as a single or double room.
🌿 Krana room: Upstairs, a smaller but double room with fantastic views and a lovely feeling with its original wattle and daub walls.
* 50% deposit required - see full Terms & Conditions here
WHAT IS INCLUDED✚ 1 weekly day long excursion
✚ Weekly group creative brainstorm & check in ✚ End of residency group presentation & drinks ✚ Regular afternoon trail run or hike (optional) ✚ Sunday morning hike ✚ Accommodation ✚ Pick up / drop off at the port upon arrival / leaving ✚ regularly cleaned bedsheets + towels ✚ Basic food condiments (salt, olive oil, etc) ✚ Fire wood |
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED⊖ Extra excursions (optional) *
⊖ Personal laundry (€3 per load) ⊖ Travel insurance ⊖ Travel to and from the residency (except from the ferry port) ⊖ Entrance fees to the museum ⊖ Personal groceries and taverna outings ⊖ art materials |
* Click here for list and pricing of extra optional excursions
Any more questions... visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or drop us an email!
Any more questions... visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or drop us an email!
