Exciting News from The Hermitage Artist Retreat: From Vanderbilt Legacy to Living Artists

Aerial View Manasota Key

Big things are happening at The Hermitage Artist Retreat.

Thanks to a jaw-dropping $12 million gift, The Hermitage just landed three neighboring properties right on Manasota Key. The Steans and Morrison families made it happen, handing over land and homes once built by the Vanderbilts back in the early ’50s. Altogether, that’s 6.5 acres—stretching from the Gulf all the way to the Bay, surrounded by native plants and dotted with a few houses.

Hermitage Artist Retreat South Residence Morrison

This gift changes everything. Now, The Hermitage can welcome even more artists through its nationally recognized residency program. It’s a huge leap forward, giving the retreat an even stronger foothold on Manasota Key.

If you’re curious about the details or want to dive deeper, check out HermitageArtistRetreat.org.