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Community hosting

For over twenty years, visiting Camp tutors have enjoyed the warmth and hospitality of Bellingen community hosts. 

“Our personal experience with hosting for Camp Creative has been a joyful and rewarding one for the whole family, and we can’t wait to host Kate again this year. She just fitted right in with us from the first moment she put her suitcases down all those years ago. We just start back up where we left off each year. She is like family now! ”
— Rachel Cobb

Participating Bellingen residents offer six nights of accommodation for visiting tutors – from a private room to a whole house or granny flat.

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Some hosts are away during the Camp and will offer their house for tutors.

What is in it for you?

Well mostly, it is the joy that comes from meeting new people and maybe, making new friends.

Some of our hosts have been supporting us for many years and don’t want anything in return! And many hosts love to have the same tutor stay with them every year.

Some choose to receive a Camp Creative course in return for hosting a tutor, while others charge a fee.

If you choose to charge a fee that is at your discretion, we don’t advise on fees. Obviously lower cost accommodation options will need to be used first.

The average is $100 per night, per room.

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Why host?

Be part of a community tradition – and be part of the Camp Creative family.

Tutors always love their stay in Bellingen. Hosting offers them a place to call home for the week – and a special connection to our beautiful community.

It’s also a great opportunity for hosts to treat themselves, or a friend or a family member to a Camp course. Others like to get some pocket money after the Christmas holidays!

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Hosts can choose to offer:

A whole house

A private room

A self-contained flat / studio / cabin

A space for a caravan or camper van

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Length of stay

Tutors generally stay for 6 nights, arriving the day before Camp Creative and departing the day after.

Some tutors might be interested in staying longer.

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Food & transport

While hosts aren't required to provide meals or transportation for tutors, any assistance you can offer is greatly appreciated.

Tutors arrive by various means - some drive their own vehicles, while others fly in or take the train. We provide shuttle service between the airport/train station and accommodation, though if you're available to help with pickup or drop-off, that would be wonderful!

Some tutors prefer a private, self-contained accommodation option, while others are really keen to be a part of the family for the week and share meals. This will be totally up to you as the host.

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Hosting process

We facilitate the whole process, from initial enquiry to matching tutors to suitable places. We work to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable.

Hosts will need appropriate insurance, such as home and contents. If you’re not sure, please get in touch.

For questions and more information, contact our Community Hosting Coordinator at accommodation@campcreative.com.au

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Would you like to offer a place to stay?

We would love to hear from you!

Click the button below to fill in our home hosting form, then our accommodation coordinator will be in touch soon.