Among California’s most coveted escapes, CordeValle stands apart. Set across 1,700 rolling acres in San Martin, just south of Silicon Valley, it is a retreat defined by a sense of quiet luxury. Secluded yet accessible, the resort serves as a sanctuary intimately known to its members and discreetly discovered by guests.
At its heart, CordeValle is more than a hotel; it is a private world. Memberships are coveted, opening doors to championship fairways, a world-class spa, tennis and pickleball courts, and the newly acquired CordeValle Winery.
Unlike so many destinations that have been folded into international brands, CordeValle remains privately owned by Hasso Plattner, co-founder of SAP and owner of the San Jose Sharks. Free from the confines of a corporate brand, CordeValle follows its own rhythm.
Accommodations
With only 45 accommodations, exclusivity is woven into the property. Fairway Rooms, hillside Bungalows, and expansive Villa Suites balance contemporary design with the surrounding landscape.
Natural tones echo the oaks and golden hills outside; soaking tubs, fireplaces, and private patios create an atmosphere of comfort and ease. The result is a retreat that feels timeless, modern, and serene, fine-tuned with its surroundings.
Experiences
CordeValle invites guests into a world of experiences. The crown jewel is its Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, a 7,360-yard championship masterpiece that has hosted the U.S. Women’s Open and multiple PGA TOUR events. For those seeking wellness, the spa embraces relaxation as a lifestyle, complemented by water rituals, yoga, and a fitness center.
Beyond golf and spa, the resort features a new multimillion-dollar pickleball complex, tournament-level tennis courts, and bocce lanes. Dining unfolds across three distinctive venues: Il Vigneto, Lion’s Peak Grill, and One Iron Bar, each celebrating California cuisine with subtle international influences.
Here, a roaming charcuterie cart or wood-fired pizza carries as much refinement as chef-driven seasonal menus enjoyed under San Martin’s year-round sun.
In addition, a new chapter for CordeValle is CordeValle Winery, a recently acquired and rebranded estate perched with sweeping vineyard views. Hosting weddings, concert series, and tastings, the winery expands the guest experience beyond the resort gates while remaining infused with the same commitment to detail.
Memberships
Membership at CordeValle remains one of California’s most sought-after invitations, with both golf and lifestyle programs currently on waitlist. Members treat it as a second home, celebrating milestones, hosting retreats, or simply gathering.
Hotel guests, however, enjoy a rare privilege: access to these same member-only amenities, offering a glimpse behind the curtain into an otherwise closed world.
And yet, beyond golf, spa, and social life, CordeValle’s greatest amenity is one not many can replicate: its land. Protected hillsides, ancient oaks, and resident deer and turkeys preserve a sense of timeless California. As Silicon Valley expands outward, CordeValle remains an oasis where nature itself becomes the ultimate amenity.
Designed as a sanctuary, welcoming like family, and defined by intention, CordeValle proves not all escapes are created equal.