great times,fantastic place,great teacher - my name is nira.i came with two friends and we had an amazing week in the country studio. The place was like heaven for me. So so beautiful.Full of fruit trees and a vegetable garden ,bunnies,lovely dogs and cats,best calming scenario for me.The view around the place is spectacular and we had some beautiful trips around. the rooms are very nice and spotless , with all the little details in them,like an ambrella if needed,treats,water nice and cosy bed...perfect. Colleen is a great hostess. she is in the big and little details all the time and our wellbeing was very important for her in every way. The course was very very good.I took watercolor,and came with no knowledge.Colleen is a very good, encouraging and patient teacher, and now i find myself drawing a lot at home. Her knowledge is endless in so many subjects...and she is so nice, interested and interesting, ,outgoing and friendly person. The family members around were so nice as well and added a lot to the welcoming atmosphere. Even though i worked very hard,it was one of my best vacations ever.