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Location and Facilities
The program is hosted at CordeValle, A Rosewood Resort located in the foothills of California’s Santa Cruz Mountains. CordeValle is a 1,700-acre luxury retreat in a picturesque countryside setting with breathtaking views of the surrounding hillsides. Infused with country club charm and superb amenities including a luxury spa and 7,169-yard championship golf course by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., the resort is a beautiful sanctuary in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings.
Woven into the academically rigorous sessions is the opportunity for participants to take advantage of the unique setting to explore, exercise, or contemplate in a secluded, tranquil environment.
Accommodations
CordeValle's elegantly appointed accommodations consist of spacious bungalows. Each room is king-bedded and appointed with goose-down comforters, Frette linens, original artwork, DVD/CD player, flat-screen TV, fireplace, walk-in closets, high-speed Internet access, and separate shower and whirlpool bath. All offer breathtaking views of the golf course.
Dining
Enjoy contemporary, fresh American cuisine in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. The dining room offers innovative menus that take advantage of the region’s produce and on-site vineyard. Dishes evolve seasonally naturally creating bold flavor combinations harmony with regional wines.
Meeting Center
Set in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, CordeValle’s location encourages participants to reenergize, focus, and engage in Stanford's intense learning experience.
The program is organized into general group sessions and T-Group break-out sessions allowing maximum interaction among your peers and Stanford faculty.
Recreation 
The Spa at CordeValle offers specialty treatments including a Turkish steam room and vichy shower, and a full range of massage, facial and body treatments. Guests can also avail themselves of the fitness room, which is outfitted with Cybex cardiovascular and strength equipment; personal training and a swimming pool are also available. Guests may also choose to jog or hike the miles of trails in the nearby hills, punctuated with chaises for memorable rest stops. The celebrated Clos LaChance Winery supplies their exquisite vintages to CordeValle, and offers wine tastings, catered dining, and tours of the 85-acre vineyard to CordeValle guests. 
The jewel of CordeValle is its championship level golf course, which was designed by renowned Designer Robert Trent Jones, Jr. The focal point of the CordeValle Clubhouse and guest rooms, the 72 par, 18-hole golf course roams over 260 acres. The resort has garnered some of America's most prestigious golf recognition in 2006 including: Condé Nast Traveler - #13 Golf Resort Worldwide.
Location 
CordeValle is located 30 minutes from the San Jose International Airport and 60 minutes from the San Francisco International Airport.
San Martin enjoys moderate to cool temperatures year round, averaging in the 60s and 70s most of the year.
Driving Directions
CordeValle is located off Highway 101 in San Martin, which is between Morgan Hill and Gilroy.
From San Jose and San Francisco:
Take Highway 101 South approximately 30 miles (70 miles from San Francisco) to San Martin Avenue Exit. Take San Martin Avenue Exit, go West (right) to the first stop light (Monterey Road). Turn left at light onto Monterey Road. Turn right at the next light onto Highland Avenue. Follow Highland across Santa Teresa (stop sign) through our guard gate into CordeValle.
From the Monterey Peninsula:
Take Highway 101 North approximately 45 miles to the San Martin Avenue Exit. Turn left onto San Martin Avenue (West) to your first stop light (Monterey Road). Turn left at light onto Monterey Road. Turn right at the next light onto Highland Avenue. Follow Highland across Santa Teresa (stop sign) through our guard gate into CordeValle.
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