Artist Housing

The Tiapapata Art Centre is located 8 km from Apia, the capital of Samoa, in a lush environment that is home to the ma'oma'o, an endemic and endangered bird. It is a 5-minute walk from the Baha'i House of Worship, a serene place for meditation with over 20 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens. The basic rate below assumes 20 hours of service or a combination of service and contributed art (negotiated separately).

Treehouse

A fully furnished treehouse that can accommodate a small family (one double bed and one single bed) is located just above the studio. Nestled in a mango tree with a cold water outdoor shower, guests must endure the dawnsong of the many native birds that reside in the surrounding forest. Mosquito nets hang over both beds.

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Basic Rate for A-I-R or Volunteers: US$20.00 per day (negotiable).

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Residence apartment (north)

This self-contained apartment can accommodate a family of four and may also be shared by two or more artists in residence and volunteers. Screened-in porch, bathroom with hot water shower/bath, shared laundry.

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Basic Rate for A-I-R or Volunteers: US$20.00 per day (negotiable).

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Residence apartment (south)

This self-contained apartment can accommodate a family of four and may also be shared by two or more artists in residence and volunteers. Screened-in porch, bathroom with hot water shower/bath, shared laundry.

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Basic Rate for A-I-R or Volunteers: US$20.00 per day (negotiable).

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Tiny house

Located near the studio and opposite the Samoan fale (house) and gallery, this tiny house offers a compact but elegant space with a great view from the tiny upper deck. The tiny house is also on Air BnB so may not be available for artists in residence. 

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Basic Rate for A-I-R or Volunteers: US$20.00 per day (negotiable). Airbnb Rate: US$35.00/day.