Sandywoods Farm located in Tiverton, Rhode Island, a 174-acre farm, formerly owned by Joe Bossom and wife Mika Seeger, is being transformed into an innovative rural residential community for artists. Intentionally designed to link art, agriculture, community and conservation, this development will: provide 50 live/work rentals for artists; make available 22 acres for farming and agricultural activities; engage individuals who are committed to building community; foster a supportive environment for continued professional growth; preserve rural values; and responsibly conserve 94 acres of open space. 22 single-family buildable homesites are also available for sale. Two affordable home ownership opportunities also exist for first-time homebuyers.

Drawing on the strong arts and agricultural presence that is a vibrant part of the greater Tiverton community, Sandywoods Farm will contribute to the social, economic and educational well-being of residents and non-residents alike. Plans include a commercial village center with retail space, community center, common use studio/work spaces, commercial kitchen, farm stand, art gallery, outdoor performance space, and future cafe and bed and breakfast.

We are seeking residents who demonstrate a serious and consistent commitment to their artwork and those who are willing to work toward a common goal and become actively involved in a model community. We encourage all who are actively working in or pursuing the creative arts to apply, including visual, performing and literary artists, craft artists, and those individuals working in related disciplines, such as architecture, design, culinary arts and arts professionals. Those who teach these skills are also encouraged to apply.