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San Martin, California

CordeValle Golf Club

Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s masterpiece tucked into the Santa Cruz foothills—where dramatic terrain and pristine conditioning deliver unforgettable Silicon Valley golf.

About the Course

CordeValle offers the quintessential Northern California golf experience, with an 18-hole par-72 championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. that envelopes a landscape of meandering creeks, sycamore trees, canyons, and broad meadows. The layout spreads over 270 acres of rolling terrain dotted with large oak trees and natural water hazards, completely free from residential or commercial development and nestled within a protected natural preserve. Because of the course's exclusive nature and the fact that public play is only allowed for resort guests, you might not see another group for several holes, meaning you won't feel rushed and won't be waiting on groups in front of you. CordeValle Golf Club is revered as one of the best semi-private resort courses in the country and has hosted several PGA TOUR and USGA events.

Why It's Great for Groups
  • ✦<cite index="45-8">With only 150 feet of elevation change, the 18 holes are walkable for the golf purist while demanding diverse tactics and clubs.</cite>
  • ✦<cite index="51-1,51-2">Caddies take care of the logistics and technical aspects of the game, and whether the walking experience or the attention of a forecaddie, a round of golf will be richly improved by the Caddie Program.</cite>
  • ✦<cite index="43-6">Ranked #7 on Golfweek's Best Courses You Can Play list, CordeValle has hosted many PGA TOUR events including the 2016 U.S. Women's Open.</cite>
  • ✦<cite index="11-19,11-20,11-21">This top-notch country club opens its doors to outsiders with 40 rooms, giving guests access to all club facilities including golf, tennis/pickleball, pool, clubhouse, miles of walking trails, and a fantastic spa.</cite>
  • ✦<cite index="52-32,52-33,52-34">You get views of surrounding hills, vineyards in the distance, and a clean natural presentation, with especially fun par-5s offering good scoring chances without feeling automatic.</cite>
Courses on Property
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CordeValle Golf Club18 holes · Par 72

<cite index="26-1">7,169 yards from the longest tees featuring challenging elevation changes through an oak-dotted valley.</cite>

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Key Details
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Green Fees
$160–$175/person est.
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Walking Friendly
Yes
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Caddies Available
Yes
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Best Time to Visit
<cite index="41-1,41-2,41-3">Northern California has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild, rainy winters, with spring and autumn months offering mild weather with cool evenings.</cite> <cite index="50-1">January and February are excellent months to visit with temperatures around 16°C and average sunshine of 237.75 hours per month.</cite> <cite index="39-16">During the low season in September, guests can still enjoy the hotel's amenities including the winery, golf, and spa with the added advantage of potentially fewer crowds.</cite>
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Stay on Property
<cite index="18-21">A five-star boutique hotel property offering 45 spacious bungalows, villa suites, and fairway rooms and homes, each with incredible views of the 1,700-acre property and golf course.</cite> <cite index="11-32,11-33,11-34,11-35">Rooms are gorgeous and luxurious with huge tubs, stunning golf course views, wonderful fireplaces, giant walk-in closets, and top-notch robes, plus amazing massages available at The Spa At CordeValle.</cite> <cite index="12-4,12-5,12-7,12-8">Il Vigneto overlooks the heart of the valley offering elegant dining with chef-inspired tasting menus, while Lion's Peak Grill is an alfresco eatery serving sandwiches, burgers, salads, and pizza.</cite>

<cite index="18-21">A five-star boutique hotel property offering 45 spacious bungalows, villa suites, and fairway rooms and homes, each with incredible views of the 1,700-acre property and golf course.</cite> <cite index="11-32,11-33,11-34,11-35">Rooms are gorgeous and luxurious with huge tubs, stunning golf course views, wonderful fireplaces, giant walk-in closets, and top-notch robes, plus amazing massages available at The Spa At CordeValle.</cite> <cite index="12-4,12-5,12-7,12-8">Il Vigneto overlooks the heart of the valley offering elegant dining with chef-inspired tasting menus, while Lion's Peak Grill is an alfresco eatery serving sandwiches, burgers, salads, and pizza.</cite>

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