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Enjoy Austin, TX exclusives for 8 people including a VIP Austin FC Game, a round at Omni Barton Creek, COTA Karting, MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix tickets, Juliet Italian Kitchen Private Catered Event, Rudy’s meal, and a 3-course brunch from Suerte. Plus a Night Hog Hunt for 2 at FE Hill Ranch.
Donated by: NFP, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa, Suerte, Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q, Juliet Italian Kitchen, FE Hill Ranch, COTA
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Juliet Italian Kitchen: Majority prepped in advanced and final cooking done on site in front of guest. Winning bidder will schedule date and time of event. Chef will work with winning bidder to finalize menu & wine pairing. Black-out dates – Major Holidays. Must book 1 month in advance. Rudy’s: Expires 10.31.23. Valid only at Austin locations. Suerte: Based on availability - black-out dates may apply. Omni Barton Creek: Any unused portion of this certificate is not refundable. Taxes, gratuities, and incidentals may not be included. Reservations are subject to availability. Black-out dates may apply. Excludes alcohol and gratuity. Expires 11.1.2023. COTA: Please note that donated tickets or passes related to events scheduled to be held at Circuit of The Americas will be delivered to winning bidders as soon as that inventory becomes available. Following the BWB, TAP will provide winning bidders information to COTA in order to fulfill the package for the winning bidder. FE Hill: Must be used Spring 2023 (between March 2023 - May 2023). Thermal / Night vision hunts are all-inclusive and there will be an evening meal provided prior to the hunt, then 6 guaranteed hours of hunting. After the hunt, which usually ends around 2-3 am, the hunter is free to leave or stay at camp until ready to leave the next morning. We recommend comfortable clothing and snake proof boots if hog hunting in the spring or summer months and warm and waterproof clothing and boots for hog hunting fall or winter months. If caping a trophy for taxidermy prep is requested there will be an additional fee paid to your guide of $50/hog. Taxidermy information upon request. All hog hunters will be responsible for getting themselves to and from camp. Closest airport is DFW or Dallas Love Field. There are no limits or permits necessary to hunt hog in Texas, however, a valid hunting license is required and can be purchased online: https://tpwd.texas.gov/regulations/outdoor-annual/hunting/ Hog Hunting at Hunt F E Hill is made up of 11,700 acres of Trinity River Bottom mixed with beautiful rolling hillsides. Ranked as one of the Top Texas Trophy Hog Hunting Destinations in 2016 by Ranch Review and Outfitter Connection!
Enjoy 6 nights, for up to 6 people, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. St. Martin is a unique and captivating island full of surprises!
Visiting the dual-governed island of St. Martin/St. Maarten offers visitors the opportunity to soak in the island life while experiencing two distinct, welcoming cultures. Perfect for travelers looking to eat, shop, swim, and dance the nights away, St. Martin truly has a personality unlike any other Caribbean island. Exciting as it is, St. Martin also offers guests the ability to relax, rejuvenate, and enjoy the incredible surroundings with stunning beaches and ample outdoor activities.
This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom private St. Martin villa will be the base for whichever island experience you're looking for. Fully equipped with a heated infinity pool, a sprawling sundeck, alfresco dining area, and fully equipped kitchen, you may not want to leave at all! The stunning ocean views will give you a glimpse into why the locals love it so much. When you are ready to adventure, Anse Marcel Beach is a short walk away, popular restaurants are a 5 minute drive away, and town center is a quick 15 minute drive away.
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Booking & concierge included. Winner has 24 months to travel between April 15th and December 18th. Subject to availability. Nights must be used during one stay.
Travel by private plane to enjoy 6 nights, for up to 6 people, in a private 5 bedroom, 6.5 bath brand new home overlooking Cascade Ridge in Big Sky, Montana..
Donated by: Krista & Ed O’Malley and Sarah & James Shrewsbury
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Private Home: Available starting in 2023. Blackout Dates: 3/22/2023 - 3/29/2023 and 12/20/2023 - 1/3/2024. Subject to availability. Private Plane: Must be used by one year - Oct 29, 2023. Must have 60 days’ notice. Subject to availability. Black-out dates apply. All major holidays excluded.
Enjoy 7 nights, for up to 6 people, immersed in the splendor of one of the most beautiful cities in Italy.
Luxuriate in your sumptuous accommodations in a palace that dates from the 1600’s and offers privileged views onto architectural wonders such as the Piazza dei Salembini, the Duomo of Siena, and the Monti dei Peschi, the oldest bank in the world. The palazzo houses 6+ people, with 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (see bedroom configuration below), antique furniture, and beautiful murals. For your comfort, the accommodation has AC, WIFI, a jacuzzi and a sauna. In the winding medieval streets around the house you will find high fashion shopping, lots of restaurants, wineries, bars and supermarkets with typical Tuscan products.
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Subject to availability. Booking & concierge included. Winner has 24 months to travel. Airfare not included.
Enjoy 10 nights, for 2 people, in California Wine Country filled with wine tours and tastings across CA and a round of golf at Pebble Beach Golf Links.
Donated by: LEVY & McCLELLAN, Rutherford Hill Winery, Spottswoode, Amizetta Estate Winery, Frias Family Vineyard, Marriott San Mateo San Francisco Airport, Embassy Suites Hotel San Rafael - Marin County
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Pebble Beach Golf Links, Rental Car, The Inn at Spanish Bay, Hyatt Regency Monterey: Travel needs to be booked within one and a half years and traveled within two and a half years. As well travel must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance and reservations are subject to availability. All certificates should be handled with care as they are the same as cash and non-refundable. Blackout dates are the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. Amizetta Estate Winery: Available dates do not include holidays and are based upon availability. Tasting and Cabin stay are to be used prior to Oct. 2024. This certificate cannot be redeemed for cash value and is not transferable. Please plan to book your experience at least 2 months prior to date for availability. Rutherford Hill Winery: Date to be mutually agreed upon. Black-out dates: Saturday & National Holidays. Expires: August 24, 2023. Spottswoode: Offer expires on December 31, 2023. Marriott San Mateo San Francisco Airport: Expires 10.29.23. Space available and subject to black-out dates. Embassy Suites Hotel San Rafael - Marin County: Expires 12.31.23. subject to availability. Black-out dates apply. Very limited Friday/Saturday stays. Advanced reservations required. *Booking and concierge service included.
Enjoy 5 nights, for up to 6 people, on the exclusive and romantic island of St Barths- a Caribbean oasis of French sophistication.
This stylish villa is a wonderful place for those who want to be close to the best shops, restaurants, and attractions, but who prefer to take it all in from their own private island paradise. It isn’t every Caribbean island that stages its own renowned film festival every April. St Barts holidays have a sophisticated edge that you simply don’t get elsewhere. Few other neighboring islands are able to compete. There is a sophisticated French cultural and gastronomic delight that infuses St Barts vacations. Add into the mix a choice of idyllic beaches. And now season with the atmospheric vibe of a lifestyle destination. It’s easy to see why this tiny island of just eight square miles has become one of the most favored French Caribbean ports of call.
Built in the traditional style with genuine St. Barth flair, Pointe Milou Villa represents everything that is idyllic about the island. It is a place for slow living, close connections with friends and family, and harmony with nature. The late afternoons are particularly sweet as the location of the villa in Pointe Milou gives it lovely sunset views, especially from the living room and terrace. This luxury property is well suited to a family or group of friends. It has a classic St. Barth layout of one master bedroom to each side of the living room and two more bedrooms downstairs. Each of the master bedrooms has a sea view, queen-size bed, and modern ensuite bathroom. The bedroom on the lower floor has two twin beds, which can be made up as a king-size bed.
The inviting living room has plentiful seating and a wide wall of windows, which can be folded back to let in the Caribbean breezes. Tucked to one side is the dining area, with a glass table that seats eight. The kitchen has granite countertops, up-to-date amenities, and an extra refrigerator. This interior living space can be air-conditioned on sweltering days, Alternatively, guests can sunbathe on the loungers on the terrace or cool off in the infinity-edge plunge pool.
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Booking & concierge included. 24 months to travel - based on availability May 1 - December 18.
Enjoy 2 nights, for up to 8 people, at Austin Marriott Downtown for a rejuvenating staycation with luxury spa treatments and skin care kits.
Donated by: Austin Marriott Downtown, Prim Botanicals, The Piazza Center for Plastic Surgery & Advanced Skin Care
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Austin Marriott Downtown: Subject to availability. Black-out dates apply. The Piazza Center for Plastic Surgery & Advanced Skin Care: Expires April 2023.
Enjoy 4 nights, for up to 6 people, amidst enchanting ocean views and lovely architecture, just minutes from downtown Cabo San Lucas.
With enchanting ocean views and lovely architecture, this luxury villa is everything you'd expect from a wonderful vacation retreat in Cabos exclusive Pedregal community. Just minutes from the heart of Cabo San Lucas, this gated community of ocean-view villas is Cabo’s most prestigious neighborhood. Here your private pool terrace comes complete with a jacuzzi and overlooks spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. The villa's captivating architecture boasts a tile roof, columns, and marvelous stonework. Patio areas welcome you to lounge or dine as you enjoy the sea breezes. All around you are intriguing sights of the ocean, desert mountain sides, and hillside villas of this exclusive enclave.
Inside, you'll find charming decor and design that evokes the vibrant traditions and colors of Mexico, highlighted by brick-domed ceilings, terra-cotta floors, ceramic tiled countertops, colorful textiles, and comfortable furnishings. Lighting accents, an open living area, and artistic touches make this a pleasant retreat with a laid-back and welcoming ambiance. Ideal for entertaining, the living room and kitchen area opens to the scenic terrace. Each guest has ample room to relax and play in this spacious villa. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated sanctuaries. One suite is situated in a separate casita for added privacy; perfect for families, this suite offers a kitchenette.
Whether you decide to light up the gas barbecue to grill some fresh fish, spend house floating in your private swimming pool, or kick back in the jacuzzi as the stars begin to shine over the Pacific Ocean, you'll find this lovely villa is an excellent choice for a memorable vacation with your family and friends. When you're ready to experience all the best that Cabo San Lucas has to offer, you’re just a short drive to downtown and the marina for great dining, shopping, and nightlife.
All auction items expire one year from the date of the auction (10.29.23), unless otherwise indicated. Booking & concierge included. A stay may be reserved, based on availability, any time between Jan 6 - December 19. Reservations must be made 60 days in advance. Travel within 2 years of event date.