An unique place to stay in Europe

Experience this amazing residence in Portugal surrounded by Nature & Art

Welcome

This Art Residency is an unique place to create

StartArt connects you with international artists and unlocks people´s creativity. Enjoy time here focusing on your project.

A persona laughing and taking tea.

A person in front of a mural.

People having fun in the river.

EXPERIENCE

we trust everybody can be an artist

Join a community of 100+ artists

International artists from 32 countries lived with us, documenting and promoting their art through social networks, increasing their reach by 10x.

StartArt Program and Bold Nights

Get out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in different arts with our StartArt Program. Every night a special activity to connect!

Feel sexy with our vegan menu

A plant-based menu created by Ohm, a chef with 30 years of experience, using seasonal, local produce purchased at Municipal Market.

Travel Portugal & become a pilgrim

Braga, Porto, Gerês National Park are all less than one hour from the house. The Camino de Santiago is ~300 mts. Ask our pilgrims for tips and stories!

Enjoy nature and free yoga retreat

A gorgeous river only known to the locals just 50mts from the house. You can swim, kayak and paddle. We offer yoga classes to relax & enjoy yourself.

High-Speed Internet Access

Wifi access available in all spaces to promote your art or do your work, enjoying the view of tall, green trees and hearing beautiful birds' songs.

River and trees.

Location

Nestled amidst nature and world heritage sites

Located on the riverside of Rio Homem surrounded by forest in Vila Verde-Braga, 40 minutes from Porto, 1 hour from Peneda-Gerês National Park and Douro river

Special Offers

Focus on your project, share time with artists

Searching for a place to stay longer, focusing on your project and sharing time with creative people. We have an amazing offer for you!

STAY WITH US

Enjoy our program, rooms and meals

Art Apartment

Enjoy a suite with private terrace, sauna, bathroom and a small kitchen only for you. € 180 per night (Contact us now and receive a 50% discount for September reservations)

Private Art Room

Private Art Room

Rooms with private bathroom and a view to nature & art, some of them with terrace access. € 80 per night per person (Contact us now and receive special discounts for September reservations)

Private Rooms w/ shared bathroom

Private Rooms w/ shared bathroom

Try our private rooms with shared bathroom for a more affordable stay. € 60 per night per person (Contact us now and receive special discounts for September reservations)

Guest Reviews

“During my time there, I met amazing creative people who really inspire me to be more artistic and expressive. The meals we shared together were on a professional level of delicious as well as nutritious. I loved these moments of eating and talking together.”

Alexandria

from USA

Guest Reviews

“I really liked the space surrounded by nature and water. The food is delicious, nutritious and sexy, I learned a lot in the time I was there. I painted a mural and I felt very free and supported throughout the process, so the result of my stay was very gratifying.”

Paola

from Mexico

Guest Reviews

“Alex and Elton, the cat who sings, and Gervasio, the dog who is always excited, are the best combo. The place is also reaaaally beautiful, the river with the kayak and the paddle surf💆🏻! Special mention to Smurf, the best pizza ever :))) Hope to be back soon. Thanks for everything <3.”

Ana

from Spain

Guest Reviews

“he-hey!! Hello everyone, I have been in this wonderful place for two weeks. Are you interested in sensations? 🙂 ok: This is the place where you can make good friends first,This is a place where you can study and relax at the same time,It is a place for cultural mixing,Thanks for everything and see you next year, this time without my grandpa🤣🤣.”

Aleksandre

from Georgia

Guest Reviews

“I had an amazing time at Alexandre's house. I really enjoyed being in such a creative and dynamic place where I met wonderful people from all over the world. You can spend your free time relaxing at the river, visiting Braga or Porto, going to the pub or market or staying somewhere in the house or in the garden (we had a disposition lots of games and movies).”

Stefano

from Italy

Guest Reviews

“I stayed with Alex for almost two weeks and enjoyed the experience so much! The environment he has cultivated in the house is such a lovely mix of creative and compassionate people.”

Talia

from Canada

Guest Reviews

“I was given the opportunity to paint a large mural, probably the biggest one I’ve ever painted. It was great to spend time with like minded people, in a conscious and respectful environment. And especially a creative environment, it was so nice to be surrounded by creativity and with people that really respect and champion the arts.”

Manon

from France

Guest Reviews

“If someone told me that in one month at the art residency, I will:Paint 13m mural for the first time. Enjoy working. Fall in love with the people and the country. Meet people from 10 different countries. Play! ... Be recognized. Appreciated. Inspired. Happy. Bold.Be myself.Maybe I wouldn’t believe it. And maybe you don’t believe it too, but that truly is what you will experience at the residency.Thank you Alex!”

Jana

from Serbia