Creative Reset Retreat in Portugal Art, Nature, and Community at StartArt
Creative Reset Retreat in Portugal Art, Nature, and Community at StartArt
StartArt Residency, Rua do Rio, Loureira, Portugal
Up to 14 in group
Jun 1 - 7, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- β¨ Event Highlights β StartArt Creative Retreat
- Step into a week where creativity, nature, and connection come together.
- π¨ Creative Workshops & Artistic Exchange
- Explore photography, art, writing, and collaborative sessions β where ideas flow and new perspectives emerge.
- πΏ Nature Immersion & River Moments
- Walk, swim, and reset by the river just steps from the house β a natural space to recharge and find inspiration.
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- Morning Wellness & Slow Living
- Begin your day with meditation, breathwork, or quiet creative time β setting a calm and focused tone.
- π₯ Community Evenings & Bonfire Nights
- Shared dinners, music jams, and conversations around the fire β where strangers become friends.
- π International Creative Community
- Connect with artists and travelers from 60+ countries in a space built for meaningful exchange.
- π» Work-Friendly Environment
- Fast and reliable internet + dedicated workspaces for those balancing creativity and remote work.
- π Nourishing Food & Shared Meals
- Healthy, delicious meals and relaxed breakfasts that bring everyone together.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
πΈ Alexandre Duarte
Photographer, visual artist, and founder of StartArt.
With over 20 years of professional experience, Alexandre has built his career working with photography studios for more than a decade in Brazil, developing a strong foundation in both technical mastery and artistic direction.
Half Brazilian and half Portuguese, he brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to his work β shaped further by travels to 50+ countries, where he explored people, stories, and visual expression across different cultures.
β¨ StartArt was created from this journey.
Not just as a place to stay, but as a carefully curated creative environment β where artists can step away from distraction and reconnect with their work on a deeper level.
πΏ His Approach
Alexandreβs guidance goes beyond technique.
He works closely with participants to:
refine their artistic vision
develop a personal visual language
create work with depth, meaning, and authenticity
His presence offers a balance of professional expertise and intuitive mentorship β helping you elevate your work while staying true to your voice.
β¨ This is not just a retreat β
itβs an opportunity to learn, create, and grow with an experienced artist in a space designed for transformation.
Details of this retreat
A curated one-week experience in Portugal designed for creatives, artists, digital nomads and entrepreneurs who need to disconnect, recharge, and rediscover inspiration.
The Creative Reset Retreat is designed to help you step away from the noise and reconnect with what truly matters β your creativity, your energy, and meaningful human connection.
πΏ Nature + slow living in Portugal
π¨ Guided creative sessions
π€ Curated community of like-minded people
π· Authentic cultural experiences
π§ββοΈ Space to rest, reflect and reset
Day 1β2: Arrival, slow down, connection
Day 3β5: Creative exploration + local experiences
Day 6β7: Reflection, clarity, integration
This retreat is for you if:
You feel burned out or mentally overloaded
Youβre a creative, founder or remote worker
You want meaningful connections (not small talk)
Youβre looking for inspiration and clarity
You will leave feeling:
Clearer and mentally recharged
Reconnected with your creativity
Inspired by new people and perspectives
Grounded, calm and motivated again
The Creative Reset Retreat is designed to help you step away from the noise and reconnect with what truly matters β your creativity, your energy, and meaningful human connection.
πΏ Nature + slow living in Portugal
π¨ Guided creative sessions
π€ Curated community of like-minded people
π· Authentic cultural experiences
π§ββοΈ Space to rest, reflect and reset
Day 1β2: Arrival, slow down, connection
Day 3β5: Creative exploration + local experiences
Day 6β7: Reflection, clarity, integration
This retreat is for you if:
You feel burned out or mentally overloaded
Youβre a creative, founder or remote worker
You want meaningful connections (not small talk)
Youβre looking for inspiration and clarity
You will leave feeling:
Clearer and mentally recharged
Reconnected with your creativity
Inspired by new people and perspectives
Grounded, calm and motivated again
Schedule
ποΈ 6-Day Program Schedule (Example)
π Daily Rhythm
07:00 β 10:00
Breakfast / Brunch
10:00 β 13:00
Creative focus time (personal projects, writing, art, remote work)
13:00 β 15:30
Lunch break
15:30 β 17:30
Workshops / Creative exchange / Skill sharing
(photography, art sessions, discussions, or collaborative projects)
17:30 β 19:00
Free time / Nature
(river walks, swims, rest, or personal exploration)
19:00 β 20:30
Dinner
20:30 β 22:30
Evening activities
(bonfire, music jam, movie night, or group sharing)
π Daily Rhythm
07:00 β 10:00
Breakfast / Brunch
10:00 β 13:00
Creative focus time (personal projects, writing, art, remote work)
13:00 β 15:30
Lunch break
15:30 β 17:30
Workshops / Creative exchange / Skill sharing
(photography, art sessions, discussions, or collaborative projects)
17:30 β 19:00
Free time / Nature
(river walks, swims, rest, or personal exploration)
19:00 β 20:30
Dinner
20:30 β 22:30
Evening activities
(bonfire, music jam, movie night, or group sharing)
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Startart Residency, StartArt Residency, Rua do Rio, Loureira, Portugal
Directions
π By bus:
Direct bus from Porto Airport β Braga (~45 min, β¬3ββ¬12).
From Braga: Uber/Bolt (~15 min, β¬7ββ¬12) or local bus (β¬2.60 + short walk).
π By Uber/taxi:
Direct from airport to StartArt (~45 min, β¬35ββ¬45).
Direct bus from Porto Airport β Braga (~45 min, β¬3ββ¬12).
From Braga: Uber/Bolt (~15 min, β¬7ββ¬12) or local bus (β¬2.60 + short walk).
π By Uber/taxi:
Direct from airport to StartArt (~45 min, β¬35ββ¬45).
Accommodation
At StartArt, each room is designed not only for comfort and rest, but also as part of a living artistic space. You can choose between: ποΈ Private rooms β for quiet, focus, and deeper creative flow ποΈ Double or triple rooms β for a more social and shared experience All rooms offer views of the surrounding nature, creating a calm and inspiring atmosphere. Some also feature a private balcony, perfect for slow mornings or reflective moments. π¨ What makes the space truly unique are the murals that fill the house β many of them honoring women who have changed society. At StartArt, art and values are not separate from the experience β they are part of the walls you live with. β¨ Here, your room is not just a place to stay β itβs part of a story, a message, and a creative environment.
Private Single Room (1 person in a room) - Price Per Person
Private Double Room (for couples or friends in a room) - Price Per Room
Shared Twin Room (2 persons in a room) - Price Per Person
Shared 3-Bed Studio (3 persons in a room) - Price Per Person
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
StartArt is set in a spacious house surrounded by nature, designed to give you room to breathe, create, and connect.
π¨ Art everywhere
Murals, creative details, and artistic expression are part of daily life β the space itself inspires you.
πΏ Nature all around
With a river just in front of the house, you can enjoy walks, swims, paddle, or kayak, making nature part of your creative rhythm.
π‘ Big shared spaces
Indoor and outdoor areas invite both focus and connection β from quiet corners to o
π¨ Art everywhere
Murals, creative details, and artistic expression are part of daily life β the space itself inspires you.
πΏ Nature all around
With a river just in front of the house, you can enjoy walks, swims, paddle, or kayak, making nature part of your creative rhythm.
π‘ Big shared spaces
Indoor and outdoor areas invite both focus and connection β from quiet corners to o
Meals
π Breakfast / Brunch
-Homemade granola & granola cakes
- Fresh fruit
-Portuguese local pastries
- Yoghurt & vegan options
- Bread, butter & jams
β Coffee, tea & plant-based milk available
What's Included
- What's Included
- 6x nights accomodation in a double room, twin room or dorm
- 6x breakfast/ Brunch
- 6x tea, coffee and water
- 3x Art and creativity classes (photograph, drawing ans painting)
- 4x nigth activities sessions (bondfire, game nigth, pizza nigth and Movie nigth)
- At least 1x regeneration session
- Personal water bottle for your stay
- Free use of yoga and training equipment, access to the pool and outdoor areas
What's Not Included
- Flights & travel arrangements
- Airport shuttle (available on request)
- Optional off-site activities
- Personal expenses
- Lunch and Dinner
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