Hallsannery House

Nestled in the beautiful countryside of North Devon, Hallsannery House offers a serene and picturesque setting for artists to get inspired. Surrounded by lush greenery and just a short distance from the stunning coastline, this historic manor provides a peaceful escape where nature and tranquility meet. With its rich history, elegant architecture, and idyllic location, Hallsannery House is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and immerse yourself in your practise. There are nine bedrooms, all en-suite. Prices start at £2000, please inquire for more information on the rooms and pricing.

Hallsannery House is conveniently located in the heart of North Devon, offering a peaceful retreat that’s easy to reach. We are situated just a short drive from the A39, providing direct access to major routes.

For those traveling by train, the nearest station is Barnstaple, approximately 10 miles away, with taxi services available for the final leg of your journey. If you’re coming by bus, there are regular services to the nearby town of Bideford, which is just a few miles from the house.

For guests arriving by car, there is ample parking available on-site. Detailed directions and transport options will be provided upon booking to ensure your journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Basic art equipment will be provided. (easels, gessoed boards, stools, etc.). We encourage artists to bring their own paints and brushes so lessons learnt are transferable after the course. If you cannot bring your own brushes and paints, let us know before booking.

A midweek lecture on the surrounding area and its art history is provided by art historian, journalist and curator, Catherine Milner. Milner is highly involved in arts council and also arts legislation, as well as being writer & editor at Treasure House Fair Magazine.

To get the most from this course, a degree of experience and familiarity with your medium is required. This is not for first time painters.

Well-balanced and tasty food is an essential part of what we do at Triptych Course. All our menus are bespoke and tailored to the area, using only organic and local produce. Scotland boasts some of the most extraordinary produce the world can offer. From venison to salmon, haggis to neeps and tatties, the secret of Scotland’s flavours is their proximity to your plate. All the game and fish we will use will all come from a matter of miles away. The infamous deep-fried Mars bar will also make a guest entrance.

A breakfast buffet will be available with a wide variety of fresh fruits, yogurts, cereals, homemade granola, fresh juice, and smoothies. Cooked breakfast will be available on request meaning food is hot and fresh. Whichever way you like to start your morning, we have you covered. The students will break before lunch with tea and coffee accompanied by cake and other sweet treats. Lunch tends to be light as the painting continues straight after a brief rest. You will be greeted with a cocktail once teaching ends, with time for relaxation and reflection before supper. For supper you can expect two courses; usually main and pudding, served alongside local wines.

We cater to all dietary requirements and there are vegan and vegetarian options available. We publish all menus two weeks before the course. Please reach out for sample menus and any questions about meals.

This course is open for oil, acrylic, pastel, and water colour. Eugenie is a diligent and thorough tutor; with over 30 years of teaching experience she looks to create an individualised program for each artist.

Artists are free to roam the grounds and decide where they want to paint - this can shift daily or artists may choose to return to paint scenes in the same location.

The schedule will be varied and flexible, with intervals of teaching, individual practice, and group discussions. The rough daily structure is composed of morning demonstrations by Eugenie followed by a morning session before lunch, and an afternoon session after the light has lost its severity. In the evening we tend to use this time for group discussion and reflection.