Several years ago, I had a similar idea and signed up for a German language class with www.actilingua.com.

It is in Vienna, but they insist they actually speak purer German than the Germans. I've no idea as to the truth of this, but it was an interesting position. I thought I'd mention it so you might also consider Austria.

For about $800 I got a two week 1/2 time course PLUS housing in a "student apartment".

The apartment was fun - sort of casual and beat-up like student apartments are likely to be, but fully furnished including a full kitchen and bath which were shared with other students. Private bedroom though. Right on good public transportation. Even had apple trees in the back yard which we could enjoy.

The course - I'd signed up for "Absolute Beginner", as my intention was to sort of brush up, but also enjoy Vienna and surroundings the other half of the time. I'd taken a couple years of German in college many years ago, played with some computer courses, and visited Germany numerous times. Thought I'd manage easily. TOTALLY wrong assumption. Some people in class were chatting with the instructor in German the first day. The course hit the ground running, and never looked back. I used to be a pretty fair student, but spent the entire time as the class dummy. A new character building experience for me. And to avoid humiliating myself even further, did a lot of studying in off hours. I did learn a lot, so appreciate that, but have to admit it wasn't quite my original plan.

The instructors were patient and kind though and genuinely tried to help me. Very professional, and completely committed to their task.

For your consideration - Romelle