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A Springtime Soirée to benefit the Boston Early Music Festival- Live Auction

Friday, April 20, 2012 at 6:00 PM
Mandarin Oriental, Boston | 776 Boylston Street, Boston, MA

French Loire Valley Mansion B&B

An 18th-century mansion stay in the very heart of chateaux country!

Savor the delights of the Loire Valley with a four-night stay at the enchanting Le Vieux Manoir bed and breakfast, located in historic Amboise, France.  Stroll the ancient medieval streets or use Le Vieux Manoir’s own bicycles to explore the local vineyards.  Your American hosts, Gloria and Bob Belknap, specialize in personal attention and will provide guidance and tips for your visit.

The mansion is a five-minute walk from restaurants, charming shops, and the town’s bustling outdoor food market on the banks of the Loire. Also nearby is the Château du Clos Lucé, the last home of Leonardo da Vinci and the site of the 2012 European Festival of Renaissance Music, which is being held during your stay, on September 28–30, 2012. The chateaux of Chenonceau, Chambord, Loches, and Cheverny are all within a short drive. Follow the fascinating wine routes where the sparkling whites of Vouvray and Montlouis and fruity reds of Chinon and Bourgueil await.

Compliments of Gloria and Bob Belknap