Writing with Joanne Quinn
5 night writers retreat at Finca Buenvino.
Daily workshops with Joanna Quinn PhD, author of the best selling novel The Whalebone Theatre.
Additional workshops and introduction to the area, the poet Lorca and the spirit of Duende from Manni Coe, author of Sunday Times best selling memoir brother.do.you.love.me and Andalucia Tour Guide.
Your accommodation has nooks and crannies, a lounge and outside space on the terraces perfect for inspiring writing.
One of the most spectacular infinity pools you will ever have the pleasure to swim in.
Wifi throughout the property.
Suitable for those at every stage of the writing journey – whether you’re just starting out or well under way.
Trip Profile
Duration:
6 days/5 nights – Full Board
Autumn, The Best Time To Visit:
Perfect time to be in La Sierra – warm days and cooler evenings
Tour Dates/Days:
Fixed Dates
29 September, 2025 to 4 October, 2025
Group Size:
Min: 8
Max: 10
Grade:
N/A
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Tour Summary
Imagine yourself in the middle of a chestnut forest, 750 metres above sea level, on a private estate that stretches into the horizon and down into the valleys. Sam and Jeannie Chesterton found the land almost 40 years ago and set to building their forever home. FINCA BUENVINO was born and they have been delighting guests with their unique hospitality and delicious food ever since. Jeannie is a Cordon Bleu trained chef and has taken her training and skill on a unique tangent through Spanish cuisine and tradition, using local produce, sustainably sourced. Their son, Charlie, has learned from his mother and works with her in the family kitchen to create meals that will linger with you long after breakfast, lunch or dinner. Sam is a delightful host and raconteur and together they form a team that cannot really be described; it has to be experienced. Every meal is an event and every mouthful is a treat.
Finca Buenvino – where your thoughts and words will soar
You’ve found yourself at Toma & Coe’s Andalucian Writers Retreat, where you have the luxury of a relaxed and supportive week to focus on your writing.
In beautiful surroundings, with inspiring workshops and helpful feedback from two best-selling authors, you’ll have the chance to gain motivation and deepen your creativity.
Your time is your own but every day there is an optional morning writing workshop tailored to the group. These will include writing exercises, themed discussions, and opportunities to read from your work in a supportive atmosphere.
Suitable for those at every stage of the writing journey, whether you’re starting out or well under way.
FREE GIFT to help you tell your story at the retreat and on your onward writing journey.
All meals included (and drinks within reason)
About Your Hosts
Joanna Quinn PhD is the author of The Whalebone Theatre, a Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller. Her novel was shortlisted for Best Debut Fiction at the British Book Awards, The Authors’ Club Best First Novel award, The Society of Authors McKitterick Prize and The Winston Graham Prize for Historical Fiction. It was chosen as a 2022 Book of the Year by The Times, The New York Times, Amazon, The Washington Post, Red magazine and Waterstones.
Joanna has also worked as a journalist and has just received her PhD in Creative Writing.
Manni Coe is founder and co-owner of Toma & Coe, and author of the Sunday Times Bestseller brother.do.you.love.me. The book was shortlisted for the British Book Awards 2023 in the category Non-fiction: Narrative. Waterstones selected the book as its Book of the Month in March 2024.
Manni’s love of travel and writing inspired him to create this Writer’s Retreat, so you can grow on your personal writing journey.
