Residency · Reisterstown, MD, USA
The Writer’s Retreat at Good Contrivance Farm
The Writer’s Retreat at Good Contrivance Farm provides quiet, self-directed stays for writers in Reisterstown, Maryland. Writers of all genres and experience levels can book accommodations on the historic farm. Residents may stay in the Barn Loft or Hen House Cottage, each equipped for independent living and writing. The nonprofit also hosts writing workshops and craft talks, supporting literary activity alongside the preservation of the historic property.
Open to poets
- Writer’s Retreat Residency. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the year, subject to accommodation availability. The official form notes that stays are typically booked about two months in advance; no fixed application deadline is posted.. Simultaneous submissions: this is a fee-paying stay, not a paid fellowship. the barn loft costs $149 per night (two-night minimum) or $980 per week, plus a $60 cleaning fee; its listed rates are for two people. the hen house cottage costs $105 per night (two-night minimum) or $685 per week, plus a $35 cleaning fee, and is single-occupancy only. a 50% deposit is due when booking, with the remainder due three weeks before arrival. confirm availability and any writer-specific discount directly with the retreat..
Official site: farmretreat.org. Please confirm the details there before you submit.
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