The Porch Writing Retreat at Blue Springs Creek
Immerse yourself in your craft in the lush nature surrounding Blue Spring Creek for a 6-day writers' retreat tucked away in Ashland City, TN, just 30 minutes outside of Nashville! Our mission is to provide a peaceful environment that inspires productivity, invites community, and leaves you recharged in all your literary endeavors.
Announcing Spring Dates for Writing Retreats at Blue Springs Creek!
May 1-6, 2026
May 15-20, 2026
June 12-17, 2026
Application Deadline: April 1st
Application: This intimate program is limited to four participants, and is open to fiction and creative non-fiction writers of all levels, but works best for self-motivated writers who are dedicated to their craft. To apply follow @bluespringcreekretreats on Insta and apply at the link in our bio, or email cgrotheim@gmail.com with your bio and a sample of your work (up to 1200 words).
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Costs: $700 per person includes all of our facilities and the grounds, and running the evening workshops, one-hour one-on-one meet ups with the participants, and our support onsite (Note: participants are responsible for their own meals.) We have one spot available for $600: the fold out sofa in the bridge house. While this space has spectacular views of the river running below, it is admittedly less private than the other areas, although it has plenty of space, full closet, desk, etc. If you’re a laid-back, adventurous traveler who would like to save a little dough, and if this feels like a good fit for you, please indicate on your app. Join us—apply Today!
Amenities and Shared Spaces: The bridge house has a full-sized bed and a comfortable, queen-sized sofa bed with stunning views of the river far below on each side in the living room, as well as a kitchenette and bathroom, a four-seater dining table, and a library. The boutique apartment includes two private bedrooms, a full kitchen, a lounge, and a wraparound porch with plenty of outdoor seating. Kitchens are fully stocked with cookware, dishes, condiments, coffee and tea. There are common areas within both the bridge house and the boutique apartment that are intended to be shared by all, such as the fire pit, the lounges, and outdoor areas, but each writer will have a private space— and we’ve made every effort to make each spot special! We have high-speed internet and wi-fi throughout the property, as well as Roku, DVD players, and speakers in both spaces, and a plethora of games, books, and puzzles throughout. The small town of Ashland City has grocery stores, drugstores, coffee shops, and hiking nearby. For outdoor fun, enjoy the hammock, a picnic table, two fire pits, an ample rolling lawn, take a walk deep in the woods, or wade in the crystal clear, spring-fed creek.