Sweet Escapes for Artists

Let your inner artist out to play when you book a stay with one of our artisan-friendly accommodations in Lexington and Rockbridge County. Whether it's solace you seek or a gorgeous landscape begging for a plein art session, we're sure you'll find exactly what you're after in our backyard.

Shenandoah Art Destination | 325 Union Run, Lexington

This all-inclusive artist's retreat (meals, lodging and art instruction) is heaven for art lovers of any ability seeking extra guidance and direction from owner and fine artist Jan-Willem Boer. 

Book a three-, four-, six-, or 10-day getaway to immerse yourself in drawing, painting, or printmaking. The property also includes two great indoor studios and many wonderful outdoor locations with mountain views for plein air painting. Courses run from early spring to late autumn. Eight (8) Manor & Guesthouse accommodations offer a comfortable stay in a Victorian Inn.

Heartstone Country Retreat | 1366 Stuartsburg Road, Buena Vista

Everywhere on the 250-acre property provides amazing views of the Blue Ridge and the Allegheny Mountains, vistas of rolling farmlands, hayfields, and gorgeous jaw-dropping scenery. Inspiration abounds, drawing art classes and individual artists to wander the property to find that special “spot" where imagination flows.

Overnight accommodations are available—two (2) studios and two (2) private guest suites—with access to a 65ft vine covered pergola, the soothing sounds of the water fountain, firepit, picnic tables, meditation garden and numerous Adirondack chairs perfect for spotting fireflies and stargazing.

Discover more art destinations in Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County.