Writers' Residency — Self-Paced
This recreational fellowship is for writers seeking a perfect excuse to live with the nature.
Available spots
Service Description
This self-paced writers’ residency course is designed for independent study and creative development. Participants book the full course and progress through the material at their own pace. Seeking a retreat from the urban hustle? Prime Habitare is welcoming writers and creative professionals to its Writers Residency 2026–27. Book your stay at Prime Habitare or join our upcoming January 2027 workshop. Throughout the month-long residency, all enrolled writers will have access to our extensive library of books and a variety of media. This includes screenings of short films and open screenings. Masterclasses with renowned filmmakers will also be scheduled, offering insights into their filmmaking process and fostering discussions on writing styles and critique. Applications and bookings are now open.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
FAQs 01. Do I need to be a published writer? No. The residency is for budding writers. A project and the will to work on it are enough. 02. What can I write during the residency? Anything. Fiction, poetry, essays, scripts, research, a journal. You may also arrive with a blank page and find your project here. 03. Is there a fixed schedule or classes? No. The programme is self-paced. There are optional evening sessions and a light weekly rhythm. You can join as much or as little as you like. 04. What facilities will I have? A room on campus, internet, shared computers, the library, other media and archives, and access to everything happening on the estate that month. 05. Should I bring my own laptop? Yes, if you have one. Shared computers are available if you do not. Bring your notebooks, books that keep you company, and anything that helps you write. 06. Where does the residency take place? At Prime Habitare, an art estate in a village in the Aravali Hills near Jaipur, Rajasthan. 07. How long is the residency? One month. Fellows are expected to stay on campus for the full period. 08. Is there accommodation? Yes. Every fellow stays on the estate for the whole month and gets to live near the hills, close to village life. 09. Can I leave campus during the month? Yes, for short visits to Jaipur or nearby places. Please let the residency team know.
Contact Details
Rundal, Rajasthan, India
7572892750
akashgaur@me.com