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| VILLA
MONTALVO - Saratoga, CA |
Located in the
foothills above Saratoga, Villa Montalvo is a Mediterranean
villa built in 1912 by Senator James D. Phelan and given to
the people of California for use as a center for the arts. It
is best known for its year-round performing arts series featuring
classical music, jazz, blues, country, rock and pop. The 175
acre estate is comprised of an intimate indoor and outdoor theater,
villa, live/work research center for artists, gallery, hiking
trails, and expansive garden. The incomparable Montalvo Performances
always attract star entertainers and dazzle audiences annually.
On Montalvo Road, off Hwy. 9 in Saratoga. About 3 miles from
La Hacienda Inn. |
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MOUNTAIN WINERY - Saratoga,
CA |
The Mountain Winery
in Saratoga is home to the annual Summer Concert Series (June-October)
featuring world class performers in a celebrated outdoor setting.
Vistas from this historic hillside winery above the Town of
Saratoga are spectacular, especially under the sky of summer
stars. The old-world Paul Masson Winery building, established
in 1852, serves as a dramatic backdrop for top performers and
makes an intimate setting for the always enthusiastic Mountain
Winery audience.
On Piece Road, off Hwy. 9 in Saratoga. About 6 miles from La
Hacienda Inn. |
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| OAK
MEADOW PARK & LAKE VASONA COUNTY PARK -
Los Gatos,CA |
Located adjacent to one another in
the heart of Los Gatos, these wonderful parks combine 150 acres,
ideal for picnicking, fishing, and boating on the lake. Featuring
playgrounds, sport fields, hiking and biking trails, these parks
are uniquely designed for fun. The Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad
with 1 mile of track and both a steam engine and diesel engine
is a thrilling ride within the park; likewise, the restored
1910 English carousel.
At Blossom Hill Road and University Avenue in Los Gatos.
1 mile from La Hacienda Inn. |
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BASIN REDWOODS STATE PARK |
California's oldest
state park encompasses 18,000 acres with 80 miles of trails
and stunning redwood forests. Campsites, waterfalls, rock climbing,
and a natural history museum make this a great destination for
nature lovers.
On State Road 239, 9 miles north west of Boulder Creek.
Approx. 15 miles from La Hacienda Inn.
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| HAKONE
GARDENS - Saratoga, CA |
The most authentic 17th century Japanese
garden in the western hemisphere, Hakone Gardens was lovingly
created by a former gardener to the Emperor of Japan. This 18
acre paradise is designed with gazebos, a Koi pond, waterfalls,
moon bridge, and tea house. An altogether harmonious site of
beauty.
On Hwy. 9, just above Saratoga. Approx. 3 miles from
La Hacienda Inn. |
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