Get-A-Ways

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With its blessed geography and rich history, immerse yourself in the legendary beauty that is distinctively Provence. Grace your vistas with its patchwork of colorful orchards and ancient canals, undulating fields of lavender hues, aged appellations that stretch to the horizon and the authentic charm of centuries old rustic farm houses. It is these same sights that have whispered poetry to the humbled hearts of its devoted farmers and the souls of greats like Cezanne and Van Gogh.

Inspire your heart and soul with true Provençal style. Your magnificent home during this 7-night dream stay is that of Gala chairwoman, Tania, and Stéphane Hauradou. Newly remodeled, with 5 bedrooms, including a master on the top and bottom level, 3 kid’s bedrooms with 2 twin beds and 1 mezzanine, and 3.5 bathrooms, it offers ample space for 8 fortunate guests. Enjoy the comfort of home and more, including a spacious kitchen where you can try your hand with the local culinary flavor, a playroom fully stocked with games for a cozy evening in, a fielded backyard with a terrace, an enticing swimming pool, a BBQ area and pizza corner. Who could ask for more?

Bask the sheltered serenity of your lovely home while only a 5 minutes drive from the lively quarters of Aix-en-Provence and 40 minutes from the coast, ideally situated to experience the best of Provence! See history unfold in the ruined castle that crowns the rocky outcrops of medieval village, Les Baux de Provence. Soak in the inspiration of the Sainte Victoire Mountain, whose beauty fascinated Paul Cezanne to the point of obsession! Catch spectacular Mediterranean vistas atop the Calanques de Cassis’ limestone cliffs and explore the enchanting coastal coves at its base. Get lost in the timeless history of Les Gorges du Verdon, deservedly coined the  “Grand Canyon of Europe”. Visit the colorful Provençal markets for cooking inspiration, or spoil your taste buds at La Bastide de Moustier, home to the renowned chef Alain Ducasse.

Whether or not you have visited Provence, be assured that there is no more authentic way to experience its unfathomable beauty with such exquisite local style. And who knows, perhaps you too will be inspired to pick up a paintbrush! 

Inclusions:

• 7 night stay in the Provence home of the Hauradous

• 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms

Limitations:

• To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date

• Open to a maximum of 8 people (four adults, four children)

• Expires March 1, 2017

• Open to the ISTP community only

• Airfare, transportation and meals not included

Opening Bid: $1500