Judy Grillo
  • Home
  • Writer
    • Services & Clients
    • Rates & Terms
  • Teacher
  • Trainer
  • Reveler
  • Blogger
  • Listener
  • Home
  • Writer
    • Services & Clients
    • Rates & Terms
  • Teacher
  • Trainer
  • Reveler
  • Blogger
  • Listener

Loving Levis

8/8/2022

9 Comments

 
As I was driving toward Levis, I was seriously questioning my transition from a quiet village life to a small city at the peak of summer travel season. Yet, I was optimistic that my selection of a room in a lovely auberge in Old Levis would be a wise choice.  Indeed, both Auberge de la Visitation and Vieux-Levis have exceeded my expectations. 

The city sits along the St. Lawrence River opposite Quebec City, and the neighborhood has a friendly, village-like feeling with steep streets. The Auberge is a spacious, three-story Victorian home decorated to original character with garden seating, a lovely, well-traveled host, and an accommodating staff. The majority of guests are Canadian, and the atmosphere is quiet and peaceful. Using the kitchen is keeping my budget intact, but I'll admit that there has been no resistance to the croissants and baguettes at nearby boulangeries.   
So, can you say "quality of life"? If not for winter... ​

During the past two weeks, I've taken more than 250 photos, including a day trip to Quebec City. Since this is a weekly visit, I'll save those stories for another day. A bientot.  
9 Comments
Karen
8/8/2022 02:13:21 pm

This looks just perfect! I'm sure you are never returning!

Reply
Judy
8/8/2022 03:34:43 pm

K: Honestly, if not for winter, I'd be staying in this spot even longer. I will say that the exchange rate has made it possible for me to live quite nicely this summer. Will see what 2023 brings!

Reply
Anne-Marie
8/11/2022 08:43:33 am

Wow---three hundred sixty degrees of perfect! Gorgeous churches that made me nostalgic for Notre Dame de Lourdes. Smart reuse of historic buildings. What, no food photos??!! Enjoy the remainder of your stay.

Reply
Judy
8/13/2022 09:51:30 am

AMG: Yes, this sweet historic neighborhood is a special place. I neglected to add that everyone always says "bonjour or bonsoir". -- store clerks, on the street, in the house. It seems so civilized. So, funny you mention food as I deleted those photos as I had too much else to say! J

Reply
Mike Grace
8/15/2022 08:39:02 pm

Is your phone working at all up there? Nice pics BTW: serious jealousy from down here.

Reply
Judy
8/16/2022 07:10:39 am

Mike: Yes, I am in wonder as to where a spot like this exists anywhere in the USA. Spoiling myself. No phone service I'm afraid. Heading to next location on Sunday & now staying in Canada till mid-September. J

Reply
Donna
8/24/2022 11:07:30 am

OMG! That sunset view is perfection!! How can you ever leave !!

Reply
Judy
8/24/2022 06:24:57 pm

D: Honestly I was in awe of this whole experience that I just stepped into. Still wondering if I'll just live there 1/2 the year 👍. J

Reply
Donna
8/27/2022 06:33:09 am

Sounds like a viable option for you!
Enjoyed learning about desjardins & the founding of the credit unions & the FR connection.
Their Notre Dame church is stunning- love the lightness inside!




Leave a Reply.

    Archives

    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015

    Author

    Cyclist, writer, teacher, avid reader, bike/ped advocate, nomad, pie lover

    Categories

    All

    RSS Feed

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates.