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The Experience
World-Class Mentorship
Elevate your writing through workshops and 1‑on‑1 sessions with #1 New York Times-bestselling authors, top literary agents, and Big-5 publishing executives.
Surrounded by rolling vineyards and sun‑warmed stone walls, the villa offers a rare blend of quiet luxury and creative awakening.
Ongoing Support
Empowered to take your writing to a whole new level, a mentor will review your progress and meet with you within 6 months following the retreat.
The Community
The friendships you make at the retreat may end up lasting a lifetime. A diverse community of authors sharing your passion for storytelling.
Retreats
Women Only · May 17–23, 2026
Memoir Masterclass
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Fiction & Memoir · May 31–June 6, 2026
Powerful Storytelling
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Nonfiction · September 20–26, 2026
Nonfiction Masterclass
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Fiction & Memoir · October 4–10, 2026
Powerful Storytelling
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KAA’s writing retreats blend focused, high‑impact work with an inspiring Tuscan setting — creating a truly immersive experience that builds real momentum. Writers leave with sharper clarity, stronger tools, and renewed confidence to move their work toward publication, no matter their stage.
Peter Steinberg
Literary Agent, UTA
Inclusions
Pre-retreat Preparation
Direct contact with your dedicated Retreat Coordinator. All mentors review a sample of your work to tailor their teaching to your needs.
Small-group Learning
Retreats are capped at 9 participants, creating an intimate environment and the opportunity to spend plenty of time with each expert mentor.
Luxury Accommodations — 6 Nights
A historic and luxuriously updated villa with panoramic views, private pool, tennis court, billiards hall, and vineyard.
6-Month Progress Review
Within 6 months of the retreat, we will review your progress and provide feedback and consultation.
1‑on‑1 Mentorship
Collaborate 1‑on‑1 with each of your mentors to discuss your manuscript and receive tailored advice on your writing and publishing goals.
Meals & Michelin-Star Dinner
Continental breakfast, lunch, 3-course dinners, and two dinners out — a nearby Michelin-starred restaurant and a local favourite.
Intensive Workshops
Intensive workshops designed to help you improve your writing skills and navigate the publishing landscape.
Free Time to Write or Explore
Between workshops and 1‑on‑1 sessions, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the region, enjoy the villa, or work on your writing.
Wine & Olive Oil from the Estate
Enjoy our own organic Chianti Classico, EVOO, and balsamic vinegar while admiring the vineyards and olive groves from which they came.
Learn, Grow, Be Inspired
4.9
Guest Experience Rating
100%
Satisfaction Rating
85%
Say It “Exceeded Expectations”
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Amar Harshing
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Go, go, go with your heart and mind open to new ideas and life‑changing exchanges. It is simply invaluable to a person looking to publish their book — in my case, my memoir.
Lisa Benson
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Wow! The KAA Writing Retreat is a truly transformative experience. Every detail is thoughtfully arranged, from the amazing food to the serene surroundings, workshops, one‑to‑ones, recreational activities, and quiet writing time.
Suzy Quinn
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THE KAA WRITERS RETREAT EXPERIENCE
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Intimate Workshops
Mentors will lead daily workshops carefully tailored to the group’s specific needs and interests. The group will have no more than nine participants, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.
Workshop topics rotate daily, drawing on each mentor’s unique expertise, elevating your craft and insider publishing strategy.
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1‑on‑1 Mentorship
Meet with each mentor 1‑on‑1 to discuss your specific writing challenges and publishing goals. Even before you arrive, your mentors will take time to review your retreat goals for the retreat.
This familiarization ensures you get the most value from the experience and makes every session count.
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Inspirational Setting
Enjoy scheduled free time to write, reflect, and be inspired by the ancient walls of the villa or the enchanting charms of the Tuscan countryside.
Whether you choose to work on your manuscript, connect with fellow writers, or explore local villages — this flexibility gives you the freedom for both productivity and relaxation.
KAA RETREATS FEATURED IN
The Bookseller
Publishers Weekly
Poets & Writers
Found Magazine
Northshore
THE SETTING
Your Private Tuscan Paradise
Poggio alle Corti is a nearly 1,000‑year‑old estate encompassing 14 hectares (35 acres) of gardens, vineyards, fruit orchards, forests, and olive groves. An idyllic setting for creative inspiration, this historic villa combines timeless Tuscan architecture with modern luxury, including a stone‑lined pool, tennis court, billiards hall, and gym.
The estate will be solely occupied by the retreat participants.
VILLA INCLUSIONS
Private pool overlooking Tuscan hills
Panoramic valley views
Courtyard & Italian-style gardens
Estate-produced wines & EVOO
Professional-grade kitchen
Billiards hall with darts & table games
Fitness center
Luxurious bedding, pillows & toiletries
Stable Wi-Fi throughout
Air conditioning
And much more
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IS THIS FOR YOU?
Whether you’re still dreaming about your first book or have written a full draft
For Authors Who Haven’t Started Writing
KAA Writers Retreats offer invaluable support as you plan and envision your book. Your mentors will help you flesh out your ideas and create a solid foundation for your manuscript, guiding you through the essential elements of structure and thematic exploration.
For Authors Who Have Just Started Writing
You’ll receive tailored feedback on your draft material to help elevate your work and guide you through the next phases of the writing process. Through engaging workshops and one‑on‑one consultations, you’ll gain fresh perspectives on your writing and uncover areas for improvement.
For Authors with a Completed Manuscript
Our mentors will help you shape and tighten your manuscript, ensuring it’s not only well‑written but also compelling and market‑ready. You will learn helpful tips for pitching to literary agents and publishers and explore various publishing options.
Bring a Guest
Participants may bring a guest to share their room for an additional fee. Guests may use the grounds and amenities and enjoy meals with the group, but they may not participate in the workshops and 1‑on‑1 sessions.
WHY CHOOSE KAA
Connect With and Learn From Fellow Writers
The experience of connecting with fellow writers is transformative for a creative mind. Engaging with a diverse community of authors may offer a life‑changing exchange of insights and wisdom, as each writer brings their unique journey, voice, and perspective.
The collaborative tone fosters an environment where creativity flourishes. The friends you make at the retreat may end up lasting a lifetime.
Be Inspired by Tuscany
Tuscany is a wealth of inspiration for every writer, rich in culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes. The rolling hills lined with vineyards and olive groves evoke a sense of peace and serenity that invites the pen to dance across the page.
In Tuscany, every sunrise casts a golden glow on history, every vineyard tells a tale, and every landscape ignites creativity — a vivid backdrop for any writer’s journey into imaginative expression.
Exclusive Access to Top Experts in Writing and Publishing
KAA Writers Retreats offer a unique and invaluable opportunity for you to connect and learn directly from some of the industry’s top experts, imagining a #1 New York Times‑bestselling author sharing personal tips and strategies on style and storytelling, a former Big‑4 executive providing detailed, tailored advice on your book, and a seasoned literary agent offering pointed insight on how to pitch your work effectively.
Incredible Value
The mentorship and intimate access to world‑class publishing experts is something you won’t find anywhere else. Our retreats represent extraordinary value when considering the total cost of organizing a similar experience independently, which would easily exceed $30,000 per person when including accommodations, meals, transfers, workshops, expert mentors, and evaluations.
6‑Month Progress Review
Within six months of attending the retreat, you may submit your writing concepts, fragments, or full manuscript chapters for review. This evaluation encompasses feedback on various elements of your work and publishing goals.
A Zoom consultation with one of your dedicated retreat leaders will provide personalized insights and guidance.
RETREAT ROOMS & PRICING
All rooms include full villa access and all retreat inclusions
MASTER SUITE
“Da Vinci”
$14,500
Super king‑sized bed
Large ensuite bathroom with double vanity, walk‑in shower & free‑standing tub
Large terrace with sitting area, panoramic views of valley, south & west
Views of olive grove, vineyards, valley & San Donato
Size: 38.5 m² / 888 ft²
PREMIUM SUITE
“Michelangelo”
$11,500
King‑sized bed
Ensuite bathroom with walk‑in shower
Dimensions: 3.0m × 3.0m · Area: 6.5 m²
Views: South views of valley, vineyards, olive grove & San Donato
Size: 27 m² / 291 ft²
PREMIUM SUITE
“Catherine de’ Medici”
$11,500
King‑sized bed or two twin beds
Ensuite bathroom with walk‑in shower
Dimensions: 1.20m × 3.0m · Area: 3.6 m²
Views: North & east views of courtyard & garden
Size: 20 m² / 217 ft²
KING MINI‑SUITE
“Botticelli”
$9,500
King‑sized bed or two twin beds
Ensuite bathroom with walk‑in shower
Views: West views of courtyard & garden
KING ROOM
“Galileo”
$8,900
King‑sized bed or two singles
Semi‑private bathroom (shared with Dante suite)
Small walk‑out terrace with vineyard, valley & olive grove views
KING ROOM
“Dante”
$8,900
King‑sized bed or two singles
Semi‑private bathroom (shared with Galileo suite)
South views of olive grove, valley & vineyards
FOR GROUPS & INDIVIDUALS
Imagine an exclusive writing retreat tailored just for you and your chosen guests, where creative inspiration meets personalized mentorship. With your own private villa, you’ll enjoy an intimate, distraction‑free environment that allows your ideas to flourish. Over the course of six days, you, up to 11 friends or family members, will work side‑by‑side with seasoned industry professionals, receiving one‑on‑one guidance that caters specifically to your writing goals.
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