Motel 6 Sunnyvale CA Vintage Postcard 1970s Sambo's Restaurant Pool

$ 5.28

Region: California Postage Condition: Unposted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Continent: North America Subject: Motel Country: United States Country of Origin: United States City: Sunnyvale Era: 1970s Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Theme: Roadside America

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Motel 6 Sunnyvale CA Vintage Postcard 1970s Sambo's Restaurant Pool. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Step back in time with this vibrant vintage postcard featuring the iconic Motel 6 in Sunnyvale, California. The front showcases a classic view of the motel's mid-century modern architecture, complete with a sparkling outdoor swimming pool and lush landscaping under a bright blue sky. This colorful card captures the essence of roadside Americana and travel during its era, highlighting the functional yet inviting design of the budget-friendly lodging. The reverse side provides fascinating historical details, including the specific address: 806 Ahwanee Ave, Mathilda at Bayshore in Sunnyvale. It proudly advertises "59 Comfortable Units" and notably mentions the presence of a "Sambo's Restaurant," a significant detail for collectors interested in historical eateries and roadside attractions. This postcard is a wonderful piece of California history, offering a glimpse into the development of Silicon Valley and the evolution of American motels and dining experiences. It's a prime collectible for enthusiasts of vintage travel, California history, and mid-century design.