Curating Your Creative Escape: The Ultimate End-of-Winter Cultural Holiday
The finest way to see out the end of winter is to transform your Arts Muster weekend into a dedicated cultural holiday. Choose a place to pause, reflect and let your creative inspiration settle. You will appreciate the knowledge that, at the end of a long, hands-on day of creative immersion, you have a soft place to land.
Base-camp right here in Jervis Bay and give yourself the time to wander through the town of Huskisson, explore the JB Maritime Museum, linger over morning coffee, and share evening conversations with fellow makers.
To help you design the perfect creative retreat, we’ve partnered with a handful of local accommodation providers to offer exclusive perks for our Arts Muster community. From a village base close to the action to a tranquil nature retreat in the forest fringe, we have rounded up a stellar selection of options to get your planning started.
Take a look at these exclusive offers below, lock in your winter getaway, and stay tuned for even more special highlights from our Huskisson business community as August approaches!
Featured Festival Accommodation Stays
Perfectly positioned on the corner of Hawke and Bowen Streets, this motel places you in the heart of the festival action. You’ll be just steps away from Huskisson’s vibrant cafes, artisan bakeries and boutiques, as well as the famous White Sands Walk and local whale-watching cruises. It’s an ideal hub for those who want effortless access to both Festival events and coastal village life.
- The Exclusive Offer: Mention Arts Muster when booking a single or twin-share room for an incredible multi-night rate.
- The Deal: 3 nights for $480, or 4 nights for $600 (valid for stays between Thursday 27 August and Monday 1 September).
- Explore & Book: huskissonbaysideresort.com.au
If your idea of the perfect festival holiday involves finding a true “home away from home,” a private holiday rental is the way to go. Perfect for solo travellers wanting space to spread out, or groups of creative friends attending workshops together, Experience Jervis Bay manages a portfolio of beautiful local properties scattered across the region’s finest coastal pockets.
- The Exclusive Offer: Take advantage of their seasonal booking incentives designed to let you stretch out your holiday for less.
- The Deal: Access their dedicated specials page to secure an excellent Pay for 2, Stay for 3 package on selected regional properties.
- Explore & Book: experiencejervisbay.com.au/special-deals-on-accommodation
For an immersive getaway that blends natural luxury with the great outdoors, look no further than Jervis Bay’s original boutique glamping experience. Nestled on the tranquil forest fringe of Huskisson, you can sleep in a safari tent amongst the melaleucas and dine in the treetops at their renowned restaurant, The Gunyah. It’s the ultimate soulful retreat for a winter arts weekend.
- The Exclusive Offer: Treat yourself to a premium culinary experience during your festival stay using a dedicated subscriber code.
- The Deal: Receive a generous $100 dinner credit at The Gunyah Restaurant when booking with the promo code MUSTER26 (available for stays from Friday 28 August).
- Explore & Book: paperbarkcamp.com.au
Settle into the peaceful rhythm of the Australian bushland at this stunning nature retreat, located just minutes from the centre of Huskisson. Offering a mix of cozy cottages and luxury safari tents, this property gives you access to open space, their in-house cafe and their signature ‘The Nest’ wellness program. It is an exceptional choice for creators looking to slow down and reconnect with nature.
- The Exclusive Offer: Choose between two direct-booking winter specials tailored to your ideal festival itinerary.
- The Deal: Use code ESCAPE25 for 25% off your stay (including 1-night stays) or use code STAY3PAY2 to receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Both offers include daily breakfast.
- Explore & Book: bayandbush.com.au
