Melinda Cootsona 2025

P95R+MH, Glastonbury, CT, USA

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Artists Rising
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38 reviews
Sep 7 - 12, 2025
Group size: 4 - 14
Melinda Cootsona 2025
P95R+MH, Glastonbury, CT, USA

Artists Rising
  • Email address verified
38 reviews

Sep 7 - 12, 2025
Group size: 4 - 14

About this trip

About Melinda Cootsona

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What’s included

  • Workshop Tuition
  • Guest Rooms
    Guest room amenities include Towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, hair dryers, in room coffeemaker, mini fridge, tv, internet, lap desks, yoga mats
  • Welcome Reception
    Light dinner and refreshments
  • Snacks and Most Meals
    Includes 2 nights of dinner (welcome and farewell), lunch and breakfast, daily snack breaks, unlimited coffee, tea & seltzer
  • Art Supplies
    If art supplies are included in the price of the retreat, it will show in the description.

What’s not included

  • Transportation
    Taxis and rental cars available at airport. We may be able to pick you up at the airport or train station with prior arrangements.
  • Optional Excursions
    See below for fun and inspiring add-on excursions
  • Art Supplies
    Your instructor will reach out with details on needed materials and supplies. You can have your supplies shipped directly to us if you do not want to travel with them.
  • Travel Insurance
    Although we do not require trip insurance, we VERY HIGHLY recommend it. Here is a link for purchasing Trip Insurance where you can compare rates and coverage. https://www.travelinsurance.com/

Available Packages

Day Student
Deposit: $450
$1,144
Deposit: $450
Shared Room / Shared Bath
Deposit: $450
Available until August 8, 2025
$2,380
Deposit: $450
Private Room with Shared Bath
Deposit: $450
Sold Out
$2,941
Deposit: $450
Private Room with Private Bath
Deposit: $450
Only 1 left
$3,220
Deposit: $450
Willow: Our 25-foot Camper
Deposit: $450
Only 1 left
$2,775
Deposit: $450
Fern: Our 30-foot Camper
Deposit: $450
Only 1 left
$2,775
Deposit: $450
Non-Participating Guest (Non-Artist)
Deposit: $450
4 left
$1,465
Deposit: $450
Participating Artist Friend add-on
Deposit: $450
6 left
$2,164
Deposit: $450

Available Add-Ons

Pre-Retreat Room Night $200 plus $22 Tax
$222
Post-Retreat Room Night$200 plus $22 Tax
$222
Extra Dinner $80 Includes Tax
$80


Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival

Your Organizer


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Artists Rising
38 reviews
I've always loved art I've always liked to create I've always liked the hosptality industry I've always loved the water I've always liked to transform spaces I've always loved gardens and gardening I am a die-hard New Englander So we bought a beautiful historic property in the center of a very historic town, Glastonbury with direct river access... Spent years rennovating... Transformed this tired property into a showpiece of Art, design and gardens... Made a home and business reflecting my design style... Have been operatin

Reviews

Such an amazing experience. Allie provided a variety of art activities that were all so fun and interesting. Her preparation was extraordinary. Make Your Own Happy was the theme and we certainly did! The setting was beautiful. And I feel that all of us participants became instant friends. A well spent week that I would not hesitate to do again.
By Susan C for Allison Luci Carney 2025 on Aug 18, 2025
Amazing experience! The hosts were wonderful, food was delicious, rooms and gardens were beautiful. I had so much fun creating and bonding with all the fantastic women participating in our retreat.
By Jessica T for Allison Luci Carney 2025 on Aug 16, 2025
I had a wonderful experience at the art retreat. In addition to the amazing art, Pat is a kind, welcoming hostess. I enjoyed all the meals. Terry was so warm and personable. I hope to attend more art retreats at this beautiful Inn.
By Dena M for Cathy Nichols 2025 on Aug 11, 2025
Wonderful in every aspect! The accommodations were comfortable and fully appointed. The food was flavorful and I'm not even vegan. But the highlight was the daily class. Allie had every art supply one could possibly use. She not only explained each project step by step, she also provided handouts so the students could replicate the projects at home. I couldn't be more pleased with this retreat.
By Alyson P for Allison Luci Carney 2025 on Aug 10, 2025
Worst art retreat I’ve ever attended. Poor customer service by host, mediocre accommodations and food, no food options, scratchy sheets, poor air circulation, studio cramped, desserts and snacks store bought, meals served on plate, so no portion options or sauce options, just take it or leave it. Host has bad manners and intrudes on conversations, talks on and on, and is disrespectful. Would NOT recommend attending a retreat at this location. Was also disappointed by minimal teaching and assistance by the artist who spent more time working on her paintings than helping students with theirs.
By Rebecca s for Cathy Nichols 2025 on Aug 08, 2025
We are sorry that Rebecca did not enjoy her time here. But we do question why she signed up for this second retreat after coming to her first retreat just 2 months ago to this one if she thought everything was as bad as she has described.
By Artists Rising on Aug 16, 2025
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