lil’star lodge
Tucked away in Germantown, NY, Lil’ Star Lodge is a bespoke DIY residency for creative female identifying creatives seeking inspiration in an extraordinary space. The spirited offspring of the glorious Instar Lodge of pre-pandemic heydays, this intimate studio carries forward a legacy of artistic community—now distilled into a private, deeply personal retreat space. Once a horse carriage barn, now transformed into a vibrant, word-covered haven, it is designed for writing, dreaming, and artistic exploration. With walls stacked with musings of past poets, a library to spark ideas, and antique furnishings steeped in character, every corner invites creative discovery. The golden staircase leads to a cozy second floor for reading, resting, or stargazing, while downstairs offers a light-filled workspace and an antique soaking tub for deep reflection. Connected to a private chef’s test kitchen yet offering its own secluded entrance, this is a space to retreat, recharge, and let your imagination run wild. Come for a short stay and leave with something extraordinary. A perfect haven for artist-mom’s needing a sacred space for one’s solitude.
I’ve had the privilege of staying in this home—it’s so much more than a residency—on multiple occasions, always leaving renewed. Stepping across the threshold, I’m immediately met with a sense of ease, comfort, and creativity, as if the space itself invites new ideas to take shape.—Isabel Sheinman, Co-Founder, CEO NABU