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Once in awhile, Right in the middle of an ordinary life, Love gives us a fairy tale.
~ by Anonymous ~
LOVERS' CARMEL ESCAPE
Ideally located in the heart of quaint Carmel, one block from Ocean Avenue on Monte Verde Street at Seventh, and a pleasant four block walk to famous Carmel Beach, L’Auberge Carmel has created a fairy tale romance package for couples traveling to the popular Village-by-the-Sea.
The “LOVERS’ CARMEL ESCAPE” package includes:
- two night stay in thoughtfully appointed king guest room
- house-made, natural fresh fruit essence water at check-in
- in-room welcome amenity of chilled half-bottle of Champagne
- couple’s massage in the privacy of your guest room
- one night’s dinner with selected wine pairings for two at critically acclaimed Aubergine recently named #20 best restaurant in the USA by Gourmet magazine
- one night’s steaming scented bath service
- nightly truffle turndown service
- daily European style breakfast for two
- package price includes service and gratuity. Taxes not included
Rates for this special offer are $1559 for Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday arrivals, and $1699 for Friday and Saturday arrivals. The “Lovers’ Carmel Escape” is subject to availability. Valid through December 31, 2008 excluding holidays and special events.
Interested in booking the “Lovers’ Carmel Escape” package? Please telephone 831-624-8578.
Oh open road ...You express me better than I express myself."
- Walt Whitman, "Song of the Open Road"
LUXURY "MERCEDES OPEN ROAD" PACKAGE
This package gives automobile enthusiasts the opportunity to take a Mercedes E350 out on the road for a leisurely four-hour test drive. Spend a memorable afternoon behind the wheel of a beautiful new 2007 Mercedes E350 touring Carmel-by-the-Sea and famous 17 Mile Drive.
The “Mercedes Open Road Package” includes:
- one night stay in thoughtfully appointed king guest room
- house-made, natural fresh fruit essence water at check-in
- $100 dining credit to your choice of three critically acclaimed Carmel restaurants - Bouchée, Cantinetta Luca or Aubergine
- nightly truffle turndown service
- French country style breakfast for two
- half day use of Mercedes 2007 E350
- personal instruction of the vehicle to maximize your driving experience
- gourmet picnic for two
- map of Carmel and 17 Mile Drive
- $50.00 certificate for use with your next Sunday through Thursday stay (valid in 2008)
- package price includes service and gratuity. Taxes not included
Rates for this special offer are $459 Sunday through Thursday and $589 for Friday and Saturday. The “Mercedes Open Road” offer is subject to availability through December 31, 2008 excluding holidays and special events.
Please telephone 831-624-8578 to book the “Mercedes Open Road” package.
L’Auberge Carmel has created a culinary package specifically designed for food and wine enthusiasts. The offer includes luxurious accommodations, breakfast, lunch and dinner. All dining reservations are made in advance alleviating any decisions on where and when to dine during your stay in Carmel.
The Culinary package includes:
- one night stay in thoughtfully appointed queen guest room
- house-made, natural fresh fruit essence water at check-in
- European style breakfast for two
- lunch for two at Cantinetta Luca ($50 certificate will be issued)
- five course prix fixe dinner for two at the critically acclaimed Aubergine restaurant, recently named #20 best restaurant in the USA by Gourmet magazine
- nightly truffle turndown service
- hotel service fee is included
- taxes and gratuities are not included
Rates for this special “Culinary” offer are $585, subject to availability Monday - Thursday throughout 2008 excluding holidays and special events. For further information about L’Auberge Carmel guest room rates or availability telephone 831-624-8578.
Who knows where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say,
But if you let me love you
I'm sure to love you all the way.
From the song "All The Way" - by Frank Sinatra
LOVE SOARS
This over the top romance package offers unforgettable experiences; from a sunset plane ride over Monterey Bay to a private bonfire supper on Carmel Beach. Your love is bound to reach new heights with the “Love Soars” offer.
- two nights accommodations in a luxury king guest room at L’Auberge Carmel
- couples massage in the privacy of your guest room
- one night’s dinner with specially selected wine pairings for two at critically acclaimed Aubergine, recently named #20 best restaurant in the USA by Gourmet magazine
- private tour of Carmel and 17 Mile Drive in a luxury Mercedes with personal driver
- lunch for two at Cantinetta Luca
- personal driver to chauffer you to Monterey Peninsula Airport for sunset plane-ride over Monterey Bay and Big Sur
- plane ride followed by romantic evening bonfire supper on Carmel beach to include picnic basket, cozy red blanket, two dozen red roses, smores kit, (couple will be greeted and led to the beach to watch as the bonfire is lit. A heart traced in the sand that says “I love you” in rose petals awaits)
- personal driver returns you to L’Auberge Carmel
- evening truffle turndown
- daily European style breakfast for two
- package price includes service and gratuity. Taxes not included
Rates for this special offer are $3200. The “Love Soars” package is subject to availability during the month of February 2008. For reservations or further information telephone 831-624-8578.
For you see, each day I love you more. Today more than yesterday and less than tomorrow.
~Rosemonde Gerard
Coupe de Marriage - French Tradition Wedding Package
The wedding day is a very significant day in one's life and by following romantic French traditions one can reap life long benefits from these age-old wedding customs. Romantic, charming, intimate are words that perfectly describe the Coupe de Marriage package at L’Auberge Carmel. From sipping of the traditional coupe de marriage cup to bedding on a beautiful heirloom quilt, these rituals of European culture can be a unique way to personalize your wedding ceremony and pay tribute to your love. Whether eloping, renewing vows or wanting a quiet memorable wedding ceremony this offer was created to honor your special day.
The Coupe de Marriage package includes:
- two night stay in thoughtfully appointed king guest room
- house-made, natural fresh fruit essence water at check-in
- in-room welcome amenity of chilled bottle of Champagne
- couple’s massage in the privacy of your guest room
- wedding day ceremony that includes minister, license and Champagne toast
- traditional French toasting cup, yours to keep to pass on to future generations
- wedding cake for six
- one hour session with photographer
- bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
- one night’s dinner with selected wine pairings for two at critically acclaimed Aubergine, recently named #20 best restaurant in the USA by Gourmet magazine
- one night’s steaming scented bath service
- at turndown a traditional handmade French wedding quilt will rest on top of the marriage bed, lavishly stitched with symbols of love, fidelity, fertility and prosperity the quilt is an 18th Century tradition and yours to keep
- daily European style breakfast for two
- package price includes service and gratuity. Taxes not included
Rates for this special wedding package are Sunday – Thursday arrival $4500, Friday & Saturday arrival $4800. The Coupe de Marriage offer is subject to availability throughout 2008 excluding holidays and special events.
For further information about L’Auberge Carmel guest room rates or availability telephone 831-624-8578.
“The discovery of a new dish does more for the happiness of mankind than the discovery of a star.”
- Anthelme Brillat-Savarin
You're the Star Chef
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to cook in a professional kitchen? Or perhaps you’ve fantasized cooking a show-stopping, multi-course dinner for a group of friends. Our new “Day in the Kitchen” package may make your fantasies a reality. Indulge your passion for food and wine by spending the day under the personal supervision of Executive Chef Christophe Grosjean. You will learn practical, professional techniques that will transform your culinary skills. That evening, the dinner you and your guests will enjoy is the menu you've prepared. Only 12 of these packages are available, one per month, so book yours now.
This unique offer includes:
- personalized embroidered chef’s jacket
- hands-on cooking with Christophe Grosjean in the Aubergine kitchen from 12-5 p.m.
- sit down wine tasting seminar led by sommelier Thomas Perez for you and up to three friends
- multi-course dinner with select wines for you and your party of friends (up to four people)
- one night stay for two in thoughtfully appointed king guest room
- house-made, natural fresh fruit essence water at check-in
- nightly truffle turndown service
- French country style breakfast for two
- package price includes service and gratuity. Taxes not included
The rate for this special offer is $2150*, available Sunday, Wednesday or Thursday excluding holidays and special events.
Disclaimer
*wine tasting and multi-course dinner party with select wines can increase to accommodate up to eight people at an additional charge.
Please telephone 831-624-8578 to book the “You’re the Star Chef” package.
Almost immediately upon opening, the hotel and restaurant received critical acclaim from national magazines. The restaurant was featured in the January 2005 issue of Bon Appetit, as "Best of the Year. Restaurant Hot Seat". Robb Report's 17th annual "Best of the Best" June 2005 issue selected L'Auberge Carmel as one of the new best dining destinations in the United States. Gourmet magazine named the restaurant #20 "America's Top 50 Restaurants" in 2006. In January 2005, Conde Nast Traveler's Readers Poll selected L'Auberge Carmel as the #42 best hotel in the United States, and the magazine's January 2006, 2007 and 2008 issue listed the hotel on its prestigious Gold List. Travel & Leisure magazine added the hotel to its "World's Best List" in 2007 & 2008.
Executive Chef Christophe Grosjean's cooking philosophy is built on spontaneity. With farmers delivering products daily to the Aubergine kitchen, Christophe and his team focus on making the most of these natural, fresh products. The ingredients are the stars of his menu.