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Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech

Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Silicon Valley

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in College Terrace, this vacation home is adjacent to Silicon Valley and within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights like Stanford University. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Stanford Maples Pavillion - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Stanford Memorial Church - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Bayshore NASA Station - 12 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbird - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 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.

Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech

Welcome to your dream luxury home just next to Stanford University! This stunning 4-bedroom retreat in the heart of Palo Alto offers the perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and convenience. This home is perfect for business travelers, academics, families, and anyone looking for an unbeatable location just minutes from Stanford University, Silicon Valley tech hubs, and downtown Palo Alto.

What You'll Love:
- Spacious 4BR Layout – Thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy, perfect for families or colleagues
- Modern & Fully Equipped Kitchen – Cook with ease using high-end appliances and stocked essentials
- Stylish Living & Dining Spaces – Bright, open-concept layout with cozy seating and a Smart TV
- Prime Palo Alto Location – Just minutes from Stanford, Google, Facebook, and downtown Palo Alto
- Fast WiFi & Work-From-Home Setup – Stay productive with a dedicated workspace
- Easy Self Check-In – Secure keypad entry for a seamless arrival

Whether you're here for business, academics, or leisure, this spacious Palo Alto retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern luxury. Book your stay today!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. A TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Piano
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Guest must provide valid government issued Photo ID
Guest must sign booking agreement before gaining access
A credit card "hold" is required for your stay

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: ALLOWED

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in College Terrace, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is there a spa available at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech?

This historic vacation home offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 12.7 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 16.5 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech?

Yes, every accommodation at Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech comes with a deck.

Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cece O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental near Stanford

Our family went down to Palo Alto to watch our daughter’s senior recital. So we had parents, aunt and uncles and grandparents, also including our three-year-old niece. Great house for the family together, Cook, and generally hang out. The gardens were spectacular and delightful to walk through into the house.Very good communication from the management. The only issue we had was the barbecue grill was not clean and ready to be grilled on. But they apologized and said they would get it fixed up for the next guest. About a 25 minute walk to campus, but a very quick drive. We also loved all the books on the shelves that you could pick up and read through if you woke up early or stayed up late!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home and location. Very attentive host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous cottage a short walk from Stanford's campus

The house is lovely, comfortable, well furnished, and perfectly situated in a neighborhood of bungalows just a few blocks from Stanford. The host has provisioned the place generously, including a well stocked kitchen and many books and children's games.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

College game day

Met college friends for a game. Great location to campus and restaurants. Can walk to all.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asif Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alane M., New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous family rental

What a perfect oasis from the bustle of Stanford graduation. Tasteful, clean, comfortable, with a lovely garden. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Beth S.

Arrival messed up

Great property. Unfortunate beginning to our stay. I had requested (and manager confirmed)an early arrival (a couple of hours early). When we arrived (the door was not locked) residence was trashed--garbage everywhere. Nothing cleaned. No one in site. VRBO did send a cleaning squad as soon as they could and paid for our dinner out while the home was cleaned. But the arrival left a bad impression.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a Lovely home the ants moved in…

Beautiful , charming property in a nice location but little black ants constantly in kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, everywhere. A real problem. If you set a spoon on the counter while transferring a pot, they came for it. In the morning you would wake up to make coffee and ants would be all over counter and in sink. They were on the carpet and on wood floors too. It had been raining incessantly so may have been the cause. I let manager know so he could remedy for next guests. Beautiful furnishings, well equipped, cozy. We just had to settle in with the ants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful classy home

This home is beautiful. It was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. The home had everything we needed to prepare part of Thanksgiving dinner including a KitchenAid mixer and sharp knives (a real rarity in VRBO houses). There was a whole cabinet of kid’s games and books. Highly recommend this home for a peaceful and beautiful stay near Stanford.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

katherine m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home away from home

We've enjoyed several stays at this wonderful home - very comfortable with plenty of space for working, relaxing, cooking, sleeping. Great location and responsive communication with the property manager. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

As advertised. Great location. Perfect for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Quynh F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cozy place

This house was in a great location with a lot of character. Very quiet neighbor and near enough to a variety of shops. It was maintained very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home, location, and support

We very much enjoyed our stay at this property! We were impressed with the attention to detail in the home and with the marvelous library. The location is superb; fun to meet some of the neighbors, too. The team at Arrive and Thrive was very responsive to any requests we had. This was certainly the best VRBO we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021

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