Taste of Tennessee, writer retreats

What it is

A writer residency at Camp Wonder Wander, a rural retreat in the Western Highland Rim region of mid-south Tennessee. The area offers experiences that can inspire writing—lavender farms, wineries, the historic Natchez Trace Parkway, and natural landscapes. The residency is designed for writers who can disconnect from contemporary society and embrace immersion in nature. Pets and family members may stay for the full duration. The program offers a Farm Stay Scholarship requiring about 6 hours per week of physical work on the land such as gardening, clearing trails, or helping with creative projects.

Who it is for

Writers of any career stage who want to retreat to rural Tennessee to work on fiction, poetry, screenwriting, or other writing projects, with priority given to those inspired by nature.

Eligibility unconfirmed. Check the residency and nationality rules on the source before applying.

Where

United States

When

January 31, 2027

Programme dates not listed

What you get

A private bedroom in shared housing at Camp Wonder Wander in mid-south Tennessee for 7 days to 4 weeks, with access to shared kitchen, private or shared studios, and wifi. Meals are not provided. No artist stipend or travel stipend is offered, though sliding scale fees apply based on length of stay and room choice, and a Farm Stay Scholarship of $150-300 may be available.

What you need to apply

• Application form questions about your work, interest in the program, and desired dates
• Potential interview for Farm Stay Scholarship applicants to discuss skills and fit

How long it takes

About 1 hour

Short application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

https://www.sarasvati.space/writerretreats