Ordinarily, a resort with only four tennis courts does not show up on my radar, but it is news when what had otherwise been a golf-centric property with a boutique hotel not only adds tennis courts but also backs them up with a credentialed tennis director and a livingroom-like pavilion for players to chill out. Situated on 1,700 secluded and minimally developed acres in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, 27 miles southeast of San Jose, it is a convenient hideaway for the nearby Silicon Valley crowd. Lodging consists of a mere 45 suites and three four-bedroom homes; however, there is a full range of diversions, including an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, a spa and fitness center, a vineyard and winery, and several restaurants not open to the public.
Tennis director Benjy Robins played on the ATP Tour before going on to a multi-faceted career that included managing the ATP Tour, coaching college tennis, and founding his own sports marketing firm until settling here in 2010. He freely admits that the tennis program at Cordevalle is “a work in progress,” though he has started a summer junior tennis camps and begun to introduce clinics as mixers as he feels his way toward that his clientele wants. If you’re headed that way, check in with Robins to see what he’ll have going on during your stay.
Court Complex: There are four hard courts available for $25/day.
Off Court
There is a full range of diversions, including an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, a spa and fitness center, a vineyard and winery, and several restaurants not open to the public.
Accommodations
Lodging consists of a mere 45 suites and three four-bedroom homes.
Getting there
Seasons: Year-round.
Travel Instructions: The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), about 35 minutes to the north, and San Francisco International (SFO), roughly an hour’s drive to the north.
Beautiful facilities, accommodations are top notch, the team could not have been more hospitable. The food was amazing and the setting is incredible with tantalizing views and oversize fireplaces everywhere you look. I particularly liked the intimate setting of the tennis center, really nice courts and I hit with the Tennis Director who even provided some tips which have improved my game.
TG
Incredible resort experience and the new tennis center is gorgeous. Great locker/changing area, outdoor patio, state-of-the-art courts. The surroundings are beautiful – peaceful retreat near the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
LV
The tennis facility was very impressive, both the clubhouse and courts. It had rained heavily recently and the courts drained very well for a dry game!
JH
Great location nestled in the foothills outside of Monterey and Carmel. The 50 casitas are private, spacious and the service is exceptional. Brand new tennis courts with a new tennis pavillion.
RW
Fantastic new courts with an amazing tennis clubhouse. Coupled with a golf course that hosts a PGA tour event, this place is beautiful.
RB
As a former tennis professional of 18+ years, CordeValle is the ultimate both on and off court. Located just 15 minutes south of Silicon Valley (San Jose), CV is easy to get to and a great escape. The courts are perfect as is the setting. CV resort has it all, world class golf, scenic hiking for all levels, an A+ spa, tier 1 restaurants and the best service!
KB
CordeValle is a wonderfully relaxing getaway in the Bay Area. It is close enough to the major Bay Area cities such as San Jose and San Francisco, but secluded enough to feel as if you are really on vacation. Not only are they known for a breath taking golf course, but they have a great tennis court with great tennis professionals always rady to give great lessons! The only weakness might be that in order to play you must either be a member of CordeValle or staying at the resort,but with so many amazing packages that is hardly a weakness!
RT
incredible facility for tennis and resort is first class
JG
Cordevalle is a great place to play tennis at. The nature surronding that place is beautiful. It is a peaceful one where you can relax and have some social live as well at the Tennis club house where after a tennisgame you can take a shower and then enjoy some complementary snaks and drinks. It is a five star club that you deserve to visit.
JR
CordeValle is a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway, centrally located by the Bay Area. Only 35min from Carmel and Monterey, an hour from San Francisco and 90min from Napa, CordeValle is a beautiful resort located in the heart of th Santa Cruz Mountains. Offering 4 high class tennis courts with a beautiful ClubHouse with state of the art locker rooms, this facitlity is great for a tennis getaway! The instructors are all amazing, and the hotel offers great cuisine, a world-class golf course and a luxurious Spa. CordeValle is the new tennis place to be in the bay area!
10 Reviews on “CordeValle, A Rosewood Resort”
Beautiful facilities, accommodations are top notch, the team could not have been more hospitable. The food was amazing and the setting is incredible with tantalizing views and oversize fireplaces everywhere you look. I particularly liked the intimate setting of the tennis center, really nice courts and I hit with the Tennis Director who even provided some tips which have improved my game.
Incredible resort experience and the new tennis center is gorgeous. Great locker/changing area, outdoor patio, state-of-the-art courts. The surroundings are beautiful – peaceful retreat near the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
The tennis facility was very impressive, both the clubhouse and courts. It had rained heavily recently and the courts drained very well for a dry game!
Great location nestled in the foothills outside of Monterey and Carmel. The 50 casitas are private, spacious and the service is exceptional. Brand new tennis courts with a new tennis pavillion.
Fantastic new courts with an amazing tennis clubhouse. Coupled with a golf course that hosts a PGA tour event, this place is beautiful.
As a former tennis professional of 18+ years, CordeValle is the ultimate both on and off court. Located just 15 minutes south of Silicon Valley (San Jose), CV is easy to get to and a great escape. The courts are perfect as is the setting. CV resort has it all, world class golf, scenic hiking for all levels, an A+ spa, tier 1 restaurants and the best service!
CordeValle is a wonderfully relaxing getaway in the Bay Area. It is close enough to the major Bay Area cities such as San Jose and San Francisco, but secluded enough to feel as if you are really on vacation. Not only are they known for a breath taking golf course, but they have a great tennis court with great tennis professionals always rady to give great lessons! The only weakness might be that in order to play you must either be a member of CordeValle or staying at the resort,but with so many amazing packages that is hardly a weakness!
incredible facility for tennis and resort is first class
Cordevalle is a great place to play tennis at. The nature surronding that place is beautiful. It is a peaceful one where you can relax and have some social live as well at the Tennis club house where after a tennisgame you can take a shower and then enjoy some complementary snaks and drinks. It is a five star club that you deserve to visit.
CordeValle is a wonderful place for a relaxing getaway, centrally located by the Bay Area. Only 35min from Carmel and Monterey, an hour from San Francisco and 90min from Napa, CordeValle is a beautiful resort located in the heart of th Santa Cruz Mountains. Offering 4 high class tennis courts with a beautiful ClubHouse with state of the art locker rooms, this facitlity is great for a tennis getaway! The instructors are all amazing, and the hotel offers great cuisine, a world-class golf course and a luxurious Spa. CordeValle is the new tennis place to be in the bay area!