Guest in residence
The Villa Vieira residency experience began in 2023, shortly after the cottage build was finalised, as a way of facilitating long-term flexible stays for artists and friends. We are now officially open for guest applications that can be condensed or extended 1 - 2 months at a time up to 4 times annually. To experience all that our Byron hinterland has to offer, apply via the form below to share your interest in our space.
The Villa Vieira is a retreat for those seeking the solitude of a residency for personal development, reflection and healing. While we largely host working artists of all genres, we also believe in honouring the inner artisan, making our residencies available to those whose work is yet in development, and to those who simply seek the refuge of a large, solid stone bath.
Becoming a guest in residence allows a special opportunity to pioneer your work or enjoy holistic sanctity in solitude and communion with nature.
Please use the application form below to request your stay. We appreciate your time and value your interest in staying at the Villa Vieira. As we receive a large volume of interest, we are unable to respond to every request for residency. Successful applicants will be contacted within 7 days, unless we anticipate your stay beginning sooner.
For professional enquiries and return visits, please contact villavieiraretreat@gmail.com directly.
Fees
$995 per week for four weeks, with each additional week $850.
Villa alumni (return guests): $850 per week.
ALL bookings incur a $500 non-refundable holding fee at time of booking, which will be deducted from total cost of stay. Total payment is to be made via direct debit no later than 7 days in advance of stay unless otherwise arranged.