A Preview of the Auction Items
This year’s auctioneer will be Lucas Hunt.
Enchanting Portugal Experience
Delight in a six-night stay in a private 2-bedroom residence with a traditional Portuguese dinner, live Fado music, and a port wine tour for four.
Porto Portugal
Porto is a vibrant and colorful city with a magnetic atmosphere and rich in tradition. Situated around the mouth of the river Douro, it is one of the most eclectic travel destinations in Europe. Full of charm, history and architecture there is something for everyone in Porto. Foodies will be in their element - from the Mercado do Bolhão food market to the many port wine lodges. The endless wine vineyards of the nearby Douro Valley are complemented by beautiful scenic landscapes and quaint villages. This renowned wine region, in addition to producing port wine, has exceptional red and white wines.
The Residence
Located near the city center of downtown Porto this bright property features two bedrooms and two bathrooms. This residence is centrally located for an easy stroll downtown to one of the many local wine bars or explore what culinary masterpieces Porto has to offer. This experience includes a Portuguese dinner with a traditional live Fado music performance, along with a 3 hour walking tour of Vilanova de Gaia, part of the city that is renowned for its port wines. You’ll visit three of these cellars and sample some of Porto’s best wines.
Includes
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6-nights in 2 bedroom & 2 bathroom private residence
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Portuguese dinner for 4 with live Fado music performance
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3 hour tour of Vilanova de Gaia with port wine samplings
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Accommodates up to 4 people
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Raise Away concierge to book trip and coordinate additional activities
Notes
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Nights must be used consecutively in one trip
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At least one person staying at the residence must be 25 years of age
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Winners have 2 years to travel from date of purchase
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Property subject to availability, this property is one of several we have access to; all properties offer similar standards in terms of rooms, size, and amenities
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Blackout dates include: Thanksgiving week, Christmas week, and New Years week
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Additional fees and taxes may apply due to local ordinances
Elegant Dinner for 12 by Rita Welch
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with a gourmet dinner for twelve, artfully catered by the fabulous Rita Welch.
Rita is widely known and appreciated in our area for creating gorgeous meals using fresh, local ingredients and her personal service. We are lucky to have Rita catering tonight’s event! Rita will create a delicious and sumptuous dinner for 12 at your home. Rita and her staff will manage every detail, including providing excellent wine and beautiful flowers, so you can enjoy your party!
The menu will be personalized to individual taste, aesthetic and dietary
requirements. Must be used by June 2026.
This will be an extraordinarily special evening.
Maine Getaway in Prouts Neck
Escape to coastal Maine in a spacious 4-bedroom home just steps from the beach, perfect for a fun and stylish weekend with friends or family.
Prouts Neck in Scarborough, Maine isn’t just the former home of famed American landscape painter Winslow Homer—it’s the quintessential coastal Maine destination. This spacious and inviting 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is the perfect spot for a fun and relaxing long weekend with family or friends in May 2026.
The house is ideally situated within walking distance to everything. Wander down the scenic path from the house straight to the beach, or explore the many charming local spots for dining—including some of the best lobster rolls you'll ever have.
Take in the dramatic beauty of the Prouts Neck Cliff Walk, tour the Winslow Homer Studio through the Portland Museum of Art, stroll through the Prouts Neck Bird Sanctuary, or simply unwind at the house with a good book and an ocean breeze.
This Maine Getaway is available during any of the first three weekends in May 2026 – choose the one that best suits you!
Just a 4-hour drive from the Northwest Corner, this is an ideal and easy coastal escape you won’t forget.
Custom Pet Portrait by Alexis England
Capture your furry friend’s personality with a bespoke mini oil painting by renowned Hudson Valley artist Alexis England.
Alexis England, Hudson Valley artist and sought after pet portrait artist, will paint
an 8 x 8 “mini” oil portrait of your pet from your photographs on wood panel. Mini
portraits are of the head of the animal and can be hung or displayed on a tabletop.
Alexis has done portraits for many local animal lovers, some more famous than
others….“One of my favorite possessions is a painting done by Alexis England of my wonderful dog Lucy. Though Lucy is gone she is always with me when I look at the painting that so captures her spirit… No one paints animals better than Alexis.” —Bunny Williams
Her painting will be treasured!