CordeValle

Cordevalle derives its name from the Spanish phrase “el corazón del valle,” meaning “heart of the valley.” True to its name, the resort cradles in a valley of rolling hills, deep-set canyons and wide-open meadowlands in Northern California's Santa Cruz Mountains, just 30 minutes south of San Jose and 45 minutes north of Monterey.

In this secluded setting, groups find the sophisticated environs of a country club—complete with an award-winning Robert Trent Jones, Jr.–designed golf course—plus a full-service spa, Tuscan-style Clos La Chance winery, and meeting facilities for 12 to 200 guests.

The selection of 45 lodgings begins with 28 bungalows overlooking the ninth fairway. Standard appointments include king-size beds with goose-down comforters, flat-screen TVs, and jetted tubs in the bathroom. Five vineyard-inspired Villa Suites add an enclosed patio with an outdoor shower and whirlpool spa. Three four-bedroom Fairway Homes make an ideal choice for executives wishing to host small gatherings for meetings or cocktails.

Larger groups convene in the 4,391 square feet of high-tech meeting space inside the clubhouse. Expert catering and support services enhance functions in the two meeting rooms, three boardrooms and a ballroom set beside the fragrant Rose Garden. Planners can also arrange a memorable off-site meal at the neighboring Clos La Chance winery, which waits just a golf cart ride away.