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IslandWood Feast for 16
Live ItemLive Auction Items (101-108) will be available for in-person bidding on Saturday, May 3 from 7:30-8:30pm. Click here to request a proxy bid!
Host an unforgettable evening with a multi-course dinner for 16 people, crafted by IslandWood's talented kitchen team!
Choose from five pre-selected themed menus-such as Indian, Irish, Caribbean, and more, each offering a delicious and distinctive culinary experience. Dine in the cozy charm of our Private Dining Room any time or enjoy the natural beauty of the Garden during the summer months. Perfect for gatherings with friends, family, or a memorable birthday celebration!
Maximum 16 guests, expires 5/3/26
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Costa Rica Getaway
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Embark on a dreamy Costa Rican escape with this exclusive auction package! Enjoy first-class airfare and a five-night stay for two guests at the award-winning Casa Chameleon resort in Las Catalinas.
Perched atop a picturesque hill, Casa Chameleon offers breathtaking views of crystal-clear waters and lush tropical landscapes. Dive into paradise, where each private villa boasts a personal saltwater plunge pool and stunning ocean vistas. Located in the charming town of Las Catalinas, the resort provides easy access to a plethora of activities, from paddleboarding and surfing to snorkeling and hiking. Treat yourself to wellness treatments in the comfort of your villa or unwind and soak up the serene ambiance.
Your adventure includes two round-trip unrestricted first-class tickets on Alaska Airlines, from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Liberia Airport in Costa Rica - a mere 45-minute drive from the enchanting Las Catalinas. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the ultimate getaway!
Includes first-class airfare from Alaska Airlines. The resort is for adults only. Booking is subject to availability. Changes not allowed. Not valid for packages or with other offers, discounts, or promotions. Hotel policies and restrictions apply. Prior reservations are required. Airline vouchers are valid on Alaska Airlines only and no blackout dates apply. Expires May 3, 2026.
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Napa Valley Vacation
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Wine lovers, pack your bags for a luxury stay in the heart of Napa Valley! Enjoy a three-night stay in a Napa Valley luxury resort and spa for a quintessential wine-country experience.
Choose to slow down and savor the carefully curated offerings, rich history, and cultural amenities at Hotel Yountville Resort and Spa. Or, opt for an unparalleled experience that harmonizes sustainability, luxury, and mindful living at Bardessono Resort and Spa, contemporary in style and energy. Both options include a $600 spa credit to ensure ultimate relaxation!
Includes wine tasting for two at Frank Family Vineyards and coach-class airfare from Alaska Airlines.
Hotel credits, winery tour, and airline tickets are valid for one year from the auction; expires May 3, 2026. Prior reservations are required. Airline vouchers are valid on Alaska Airlines only, no blackout dates apply.
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Alaska Expedition Cruise
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Enjoy the agility and flexibility of small ship travel during this Orbridge luxury expedition cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage!
Alongside expert naturalists and knowledgeable onboard crew, you'll navigate narrow channels and waterways inaccessible by larger vessels. While exploring some of nature's more secluded landscapes, encounter Alaska's abundant wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and ice-blue glaciers of unfathomable proportions.
Winner may choose from the following two peak-season dates in 2025: June 20-27, 2025, running from Sitka to Juneau or August 1-8, 2025, running from Juneau to Sitka. AAA cabin for two guests is included. Does not include airfare or discretionary tips.
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An Evening with Art Wolfe
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Art Wolfe is a culture & nature photographer, practicing "conservation photography". He is a Seattle resident, born & raised, with published work in the world's top magazines such as National Geographic, Smithsonian, Audubon, GEO, and Terre Sauvage. His photography career has spanned six decades, a remarkable testament to the durability and demand for his images, his expertise, and his passionate advocacy for the environment and indigenous culture.
Enjoy a lovely sunset dinner for ten guests at Art Wolf's West Seattle home. Step into his personal world to learn about his exceptional career and life. He will give a presentation and slideshow of his background, work, travels, life, and photos. This is truly a priceless, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Appetizers, dinner, dessert, and beverages will be crafted by the IslandWood kitchen team!
The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025.
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Magical New Zealand Experience
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Have the adventure of a lifetime on this seven-day, seven-night vacation in New Zealand at the personal home of IslandWood founders Debbi and Paul Brainerd!
Your home away from home will be their two-bedroom stone cottage situated within the private Wyuna Preserve, surrounded by thousands of acres of sheep farming.
The cottage is located above the small village of Glenorchy, known as an outdoor enthusiast's paradise with opportunities to fly fish, hike, horseback ride, jet boat and kayak. The surrounding Mount Aspiring Park landscapes have become movie locations for scenes in films like Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Narnia.
You're also close to the Mount Aspiring National Park on the South Island, where high-country sheep farms surround you and the braided river valleys are like works of art. It is a walker's paradise, featuring the famous Routeburn Track just up the road.
Determine a mutually agreeable date with the Brainerd's before the next Dinner in the Woods, and they'll disappear so you can stay a week in their home! Expires 5/3/27.
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Happy Hour with Kristin Hannah
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Join author Kristin Hannah for a very special happy hour, with IslandWood Founder Debbi Brainerd, at Debbi's beautiful Bainbridge home. You and nineteen guests will enjoy appetizers and drinks while you share an evening with Kristin, hearing about the inspiration for her work, her writing process, her life, and so much more!
Kristin Hannah is the award-winning and bestselling author of more than 20 novels. As Slate.com reported, "If there's one novel that dominated 2024, it was The Women, by Kristin Hannah." The novel won Goodreads 2024 Choice Award for Historical Fiction.
The Four Winds was published in February of 2021 and immediately hit #1 on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie bookstores' bestseller lists. Additionally, it was selected as a book club pick by both the Today Show and the Book of the Month club, which named it the best book of 2021.
In 2018, The Great Alone became an instant New York Times #1 bestseller and was named the Best Historical Novel of the Year by Goodreads.
Hannah is also the author of the international blockbuster The Nightingale, which was named Goodreads' Best Historical Fiction novel for 2015 and won the coveted People's Choice award for best fiction in the same year. Additionally, it was a selection of the Reese Witherspoon Book Club in 2023. It was named a Best Book of the Year by Amazon, iTunes, Buzzfeed, the Wall Street Journal, Paste, and The Week.
The Nightingale is currently in production at Tri Star, with Dakota and Elle Fanning set to star. Tri Star has also optioned The Great Alone, and it is in development. Firefly Lane, her beloved novel about two best friends, was the #1 Netflix series around the world in the week it came out.
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IslandWood Feast for 16
Live ItemLive Auction Items (101-108) will be available for in-person bidding on Saturday, May 3 from 7:30-8:30pm. Click here to request a proxy bid!
Host an unforgettable evening with a multi-course dinner for 16 people, crafted by IslandWood's talented kitchen team!
Choose from five pre-selected themed menus-such as Indian, Irish, Caribbean, and more, each offering a delicious and distinctive culinary experience. Dine in the cozy charm of our Private Dining Room any time or enjoy the natural beauty of the Garden during the summer months. Perfect for gatherings with friends, family, or a memorable birthday celebration!
Maximum 16 guests, expires 5/3/26