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A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests

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A residential house with a front yard, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a small garden area.
A modern office space with a dark wooden desk, a chair, a wall-mounted shelf with a clock, a desk lamp, and a framed picture.
A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and various kitchen items on the counter.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a nightstand.
A gated driveway leading to a house with a large tree on the left and a garage on the right.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom360 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Palo Alto Art Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Old Palo Alto within 2 miles (3 km) of Stanford University, this cottage is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as San Francisco Bay. The cottage includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Palo Alto Art Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bayshore NASA Station - 9 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 14 min walk
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zareen's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Covour Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Imperial Treasure 宝藏 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Terun Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Farm - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests


A calm, sun-lit one-bedroom studio located in Old Palo Alto — one of the most desirable, peaceful, and well-preserved residential neighborhoods in the Bay Area.

The space is designed for guests who value quiet, clarity, and a sense of soft order.

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🏡 Why Old Palo Alto Matters

Old Palo Alto is known for:
   •   Tree-lined residential streets
   •   Quiet morning walks and safe evening strolls
   •   A community of families, academics, founders, Stanford affiliates
   •   Easy access to Stanford, California Ave, University Ave, and Caltrain
   •   A peaceful environment that supports focused work and deep rest

This is one of the rare parts of Palo Alto that feels calm, grounded, and safe — perfect for scholars and long-term stays.

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🖥 For Remote Work / Scholars
   •   Large 27–32” monitor for WFH or academic writing
   •   Fast, stable Wi-Fi
   •   Clean, simple desk setup
   •   Quiet surroundings ideal for reading, meetings, concentration

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🛌 Comfortable Sleep & Rest
   •   Supportive standard mattress
   •   Fresh linens & soft pillows
   •   Warm, gentle evening lighting
   •   Blackout curtains
   •   Quiet neighborhood with no nightlife noise

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🍳 Light Cooking Ready

For simple meals and longer stays:
   •   Electric single-burner hot plate
   •   Non-stick pan
   •   Toaster
   •   Electric kettle
   •   Mini fridge
   •   Basic utensils, cups, bowls & plates for two

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🧺 Laundry & Convenience is available for long stay
   •   On-site shared laundry
   •   Complimentary detergent
   •   Private entrance
   •   Ample storage
   

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🌿 Perfect For
   •   Stanford visiting scholars & researchers
   •   Postdocs / graduate students on short appointments
   •   Remote workers needing a quiet base
   •   Parents visiting Stanford students
   •   Couples seeking a calm, grounding stay
   •   Long-term stays (monthly discounts available)

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🌙 Atmosphere

Soft light, quiet evenings, and a sense of privacy — ideal for guests who want a peaceful, structured environment to rest or work.

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🌱 Notes About the Space
   •   This is a one-bedroom studio
   •   Best for 1–2 guests
   •   No shared living spaces
   •   Designed for slow mornings, quiet evenings, and focused days
Studio is facing to backyard, sunny during the days and super quiet at night
Guest access
Guest uses the private gate ( right side of the main house) as entrance, on the check in day pls let me know when you will be arriving, and please check yourself in via the lockbox on the studio door.

Other things to note
Tv features: Roku allows you access to your favorite apps ( YouTube, Prime, Netflix etc). No smoking, no pet please. If smoking (including e-cigarettes or any type of vaping) there will be 200 charge. Please appreciate the quietness of the elegant space
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 360 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 13-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Old Palo Alto, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center within a short drive.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 10.7 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 15.2 mi away (25-minute drive).

A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet, bright and nicely-outfitted apartment that is in a convenient and lovely location. It makes an extended stay in Palo Alto very easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Such a nice place to stay, it had everything we needed and was in such an amazing location. The heating worked amazing and communication with the host was easy. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great little studio with everything you need for a stay in Palo Alto. There's a hotplate, microwave, coffee maker, and even beans and a grinder—not to mention AC. It's in a quiet suburban neighbourhood; I recommend renting a bike to get around.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nora E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great studio, beautiful neighborhood

I had a wonderful stay here. Comfortable studio in a gorgeous neighborhood! Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, private location. Everything went smoothly, but it could use glassware and ice cubes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great. Bed was comfortable and the big moniterwas a welcome amenity. Nice walk to the great restaurants on California Ave. Plenty of parking. The only complaint is you do need to run the hot water a while for it to get hot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to Stanford, a great efficiency studio with the basic amenities and a spare monitor which made working online a breeze. Irene is a pleasure to work with as a host.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pete O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet property. Well kept. Everything you need. Very safe neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

T Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location to visit family at Stanford. I used the place to sleep and eat breakfast. Owner responded quickly with answers to my questions. Very friendly:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Super and clean. Good host, quick communicator
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

JANICE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Host was wonderful! Attentive and kind. And GREAT BED AND PILLOWS and towels. Hot water took a very long time both in sink and shower. Room temperature was quite chilly even with good heating - the unit never gets direct sun and has little or no insulation. It’s clean and functional- but not cozy. Good surface desk as place to work on laptop. No place to sit and have breakfast, Not cozy. Still host is outstanding
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025