The Open Studio Retreat 

Explore, Experiment , Create

Lantern-lit streets and the quiet gardens of Trà Quế set the scene for a week of artistic exploration. At The Interlude, you’re invited to slow down and immerse yourself in watercolor, oil pastels, pencils, markers, or printmaking. A daily schedule of workshops offers inspiration, yet every activity is optional. Join them all, dip into a few, or devote your days to a personal project. With the studio open 24/7, you’re free to create whenever inspiration strikes. And within these walls, no one will ask if you are an artist, because here, everyone is welcomed as the artist they already are.

What Makes This Retreat Special

  • A creative sanctuary where art and slow living meet.

  • Inclusive workshops in watercolor & gouache, oil pastel, acrylics, pencil, marker, and printing.

  • 24/7 studio access – create freely, whenever inspiration strikes, with a full range of art materials provided (brushes, paints, papers, and more).

  • A blend of wellness and inspiration – daily yoga and nourishing meals.

  • Hands-on cultural immersion – Vietnamese cooking class, gallery hopping, a walking tour through Hoi An Old Town, and a day trip to My Son Sanctuary.

  • Gentle space for rest – pool time, massage, and relaxing garden moments.

  • Evenings that nurture connection – from shared meals and lantern-lit conversations to playful game nights that awaken the inner child.

Who is This Retreat For?

This retreat is for anyone with the urge to create – whether you’re returning to art, curious to try new media, or simply seeking an inspiring pause from daily life.

  • Anyone wanting to experiment with new techniques, explore different media, or focus on personal projects.

  • Creatives who value cultural immersion and authentic local experiences.

  • Anyone seeking a creative sanctuary – a week devoted to play, exploration, and inspiration.

This schedule is here to inspire, not to bind

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Your time is your own

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This schedule is here to inspire, not to bind • Your time is your own •

What’s Included in This Package:

  • 6 nights / 7 days accommodation in a thoughtfully designed room

  • 5 art workshops (including all art materials for those workshops) and unlimited 24/7 access to the art studio

  • Daily yoga sessions

  • 2-way airport transfer between Da Nang Airport and the villa

  • Daily nourishing breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (incl vegetarian/vegan options)

  • Guided excursions: gallery visit, Vietnamese cooking class, walking tour through Hoi An Old Town, and Mỹ Sơn day trip

  • Massage treatment during the retreat

  • A supportive creative community 

What’s Not Included in This Package:

  • Travel insurance

  • Visa fees

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra meals and beverages, laundry, etc.)

  • Additional treatments or activities not listed in the program

Optional Upgrades:

  • Private Creative Coaching - a 60-min one-on-one session with an instructor for tailored guidance and inspiration

  • Premium Art Materials - while all workshops and studio access already include a full range of paints, brushes, and tools, guests can upgrade to stretched or rolled canvases, sketchbooks, and high-quality brushes for a more personalized toolkit

  • Extended Stay – arrive earlier or linger longer to enjoy unhurried time at The Interlude, with full access to the studio and space to continue developing your own projects

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Nearby Activities

  • Explore Hoi An Ancient Town’s vibrant markets, cafés, and world-renowned tailors

  • Relax or swim at beautiful nearby beaches

  • Join lantern-making or leather-crafting workshops in Hoi An

  • Take a bicycle ride through rice paddies and Tra Que’s organic farms

  • Discover Da Nang’s Marble Mountains or spend time at My Khe Beach

  • Enjoy a basket boat ride through coconut palm waterways

  • Visit Son Tra Mountain and spot the rare Red-shanked Douc Langur, known as the “Queen of Primates”