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Terrace/patio
A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, roller coasters, and a large Ferris wheel.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, central entrance, and a well-maintained lawn in front.
A traditional Japanese garden with a pond, various trees in autumn colors, and a wooden structure.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Saratoga, CA
  • Place, Saratoga Historical Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Villa Montalvo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town Los Gatos
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Saratoga

This vacation home places you next to Silicon Valley and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Villa Montalvo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Saratoga Historical Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Villa Montalvo - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Old Town Los Gatos - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Peabody Gallery - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Vasona Lake County Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Winchester Station - 11 min drive
  • San Jose College Park Station - 16 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪West Valley Cafeteria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Los Gatos Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private


Welcome to Blue Gum Estate, an elegant guest suite nestled on a privately held $5 million estate, surrounded by mature oak trees and offering panoramic views of Silicon Valley’s twinkling city lights. This tranquil haven blends the peace of the countryside with the convenience of nearby Saratoga and Los Gatos—only minutes away.

The guest house is a completely detached, private residence thoughtfully designed for comfort, privacy, and serenity. Inside, a generously sized bedroom features both a queen and full-size bed, ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small families. Expansive windows invite in natural light and showcase breathtaking views of the valley below.

Pet lovers are warmly welcomed. We understand that pets are part of the family, and we're pleased to offer a serene, open environment where your furry companions can relax alongside you.

Guests often praise the unmatched value of this retreat—luxury accommodations at a remarkably accessible rate. The owner is committed to keeping the property affordable so more guests can enjoy the beauty of Silicon Valley without the premium price tag. Many of our visitors return year after year, drawn by both the experience and the hospitality.

Property Highlights:
• Set on a multimillion-dollar private estate
• Detached guest house with complete privacy
• Sweeping views of city lights and majestic oaks
• Quiet country setting, just minutes to town
• Spacious suite with queen & double beds
• Pet-friendly accommodations
• Unbeatable value with consistent, affordable pricing

You’ll enjoy fully private access and on-site parking directly in front of the unit,

Come discover the understated luxury, peaceful setting, and warm hospitality of Blue Gum Estate. Whether you're visiting with loved ones or your four-legged friends, it's more than a stay—it's an experience you won't want to miss.


Keywords: Guest House Suite
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Parking: One car parking allowed at no charge to guest. No motorhome parking allowed on premises. There is parking available on the main street

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Saratoga, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find Villa Montalvo and Hakone Gardens within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each house and a fireplace in some.

Are there hot tubs at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 16.3 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 26.7 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private?

Yes, every house at Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private comes with a patio.

Elegant Guest House Suite with City Views – Pet Friendly & Private Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 155 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent facility and welcoming host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tish B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value for this stay in Saratoga. We had 4 adults and 2 dogs for a stay over Thanksgiving and were very comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed for light meals and there was enough space we didn’t feel on top of each other.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location--near enough to access everything while also being outside the town. LOVED the Saratoga Quarry park. Dont miss it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, idyllic setting, comfy bed, wonderful stay. Living room sofa uncomfortable, bathroom was not clean upon arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi C.

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

Nice Guest House

Enjoyed our stay while visiting wine country and the beach with my family. Small and tidy house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexis c.

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

beautiful location

It was in a beautiful area, great to walk your dog in, close to downtown
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kami J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for a couple and our pooch. No frills but has your necessities and they let us use their charger for our car. The only thing I would add is a full length mirror. I was going to a wedding it would have been nice to see the whole picture. Other than that, it’s a nice space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice sheets, good view, clean, soft mattress but comfortable.Cons: Hard to find Blue Gum Ave, place is tired with bedspreads over the furniture, No lights on the stairs leading to the front door, Base of toilet leaks onto the floor, vent in the bathroom is beyond filthy, handles on the bathroom sink are hard to move.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, Karen met us right away upon our arrival. The place was clean and everything worked. It was very quiet - we noticed the owners driving slooowly by our rental to avoid disturbing us. It is in a very peaceful and wooded neighborhood, and we felt safe not locking the doors. We totally would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Clean, Comfortable and Quiet

This was the perfect place for our 3 day getaway. The apartment was just as pictured and spotless. It had everything we needed and more. We loved the location. It was quiet and peaceful and close to nature paths and some great hiking and terrific restaurants. The hosts were friendly and personable and unobtrusive and were there if needed. We would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodey B.

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

Slept like a baby

It’s so peaceful and nice out here. The bed is super cozy. A great place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heinz V.

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

Great Place!

We truly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home away from home, everything we could have possibly needed was there, the bed was very comfortable and the view was great. We would highly recommend to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary G.

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

Quiet. Well thought out property.

Great place to stay and relax. Very good value for the money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melora K.

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

Great for us and our pups

Our hosts were very welcoming, the location beautiful and we enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

John V.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Underwhelmed

Surrounding area was beautiful, the furniture was poor quality especially the couch the only thing that was comfortable was the bed. Would not stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Julie B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Pros:The property is located in a desirable neighborhood close to downtown Los Gatos, a beautiful and upscale neighborhood just off the highway 9. The host(s) were friendly and allowed early check-in.The property allows dog(s), and I was able to bring my 2 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels that are well-behaved and trained. Karen enjoyed meeting my dogs.CONS:The photos are a fake story. In Reality, the grounds are not well kept & property overall needs updating. It is easy to slide down the stairs to enter the property because there is a lot of brush debris. Not kid, elderly or disabled friendly property.It smells of must, possibly a black mold smell. The smell is strong and hits your senses immediately upon opening the door. I opened the windows to air the place out, but it returns fiercely when the windows are shut. I would NOT recommend this place if you have allergies to dust, mold or pollen. It is NOT a clean place to stay. It's extremely dusty, ant and bug traps all around the interior of unit. Dirty windows and window sills. I was informed by Host Humphrey that I will receive a cleaning refund. He NEVER refunded. Bad Business! The tub was filthy like it had not been cleaned in months. The toilet had personal body hair on the edge of the toilet rim. I didn't sit down on the toilet and wore slippers around the house. I had to WASH THE TUB AND TOILET MYSELF. I wore slippers in the shower because it was too gross to put my feet in the tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

raymond s.

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

Guest house

Comfortable room. A short drive to all the places and people we came to see. Since our dog is house broken and well behaved, we were allowed to leave her unattended a couple of times.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

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

Excellent Guest Suite!

This guest suite was a fantastic place to stay! It is very light and feels spacious and clean. Beautiful, peaceful, safe neighborhood. Air conditioning works well which is very important in the summer as the unit is upstairs. Having the full kitchen was great and Humphrey the property manager is the best! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo P.

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

Nice getaway

I was attending a wedding in Saratoga Springs and it was the perfect location. The host was very responsive and the setting was wonderful. It was a beautiful location in the mountains. The only negative was there was a line of ants on the property near one of the beds that we had to avoid. They were not a major issue though.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill l.

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

We love Blue Gum!

This was our second stay and we have booked our third stay. We and our dogs love the place! Feels like home away from home. The people on site (owner and others) are such lovely and fun people. That said, we have all the privacy we want, both inside and outside. Coffee on the patio is wonderful; quiet and lots of wildlife flitting about. Fits us perfect. Finally, we have extended our stay more than once and making those changes are so easy with Humphrey! Thank you.
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mae

Liked: Communication
We were sent a rental agreement for half the price posted and charged. Sofa broke our backs. Steep area for dog difficult to access. People were walking past our area for no reason. Not really well equipped kitchen. The stairs were 10 inches steep! Nice neighborhood but the promised street parking was taken by abandoned vehicles. Too pricey for the place.
Archival

8/10 Good

Elaine P.

Very nice - needs some work here and there but no deal breakers.

I read other reviews prior to actually arriving at this property. One described a "stair case" that was "steep" and without a "guard rail", a necessary evil to enter the accommodations situated over a garage. As I read the review, I developed a visage of a loft atop a garage with a steep flight of floating stairs, dangerously and picariously leading to a narrow door at the top, no hand rail along the way, the top barely leaving enough room for a mobile person to negotiate entry without falling, much less a disabled person to do so without risking peril. I envisioned a wheelchair tumbling off the steps only to unceremoniously discharge it's occupant onto a concrete driveway below, bloodied and battered... if not for the galant and diligent intervention of his dedicated care giver. Whew! Did they ever dodge a bullet!? SAID NOBODY EVER. Here is the actual scenario. The garage is built into a hillside. If you climb what amounts to a step-like retaining wall you will find yourself at the entry at the upper level at the back of the top of the garage. A small wall to the left of the "stairs" keeps you on course. I call them more terrain management assistance. Anyway, if you are schlepping somebody who can't do anything for themselves, don't go here. Seriously, read the description and look under, "Accessible". If it makes no claims. Don't book! Enter and find yourself looking into the main room with the kitchen to the left and the bathroom wall to your right. This place has a confusing combination of old and new. The "intercom" on the wall to the right is reminiscent of a 1975 home in Temecula. Same is true of the bizarre 12" rusted tub spout and jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. The kitchen boasts a granite countertop and full size refrigerator WITH a working ice maker! You'll find about 500 coffee filters and some decaf (really?) ersatz coffee but nothing ground or instant with caffeine... Anywhere. Unless you bring your own you'll spend your first morning schlepping to the Freeway interchange to score decent coffee. Here we have a paucity of places to raise your feet or to place a drink. At the couch you'll find a glass coffee table. I didn't dare put my feet up there for fear of breaking it. There was a small stool thingy nearby I commandeered for myself but my H was SOL. No surface next to the bed to keep a drink level either. It could be 5 stars with just a tad more thought. But I'd book again... Forearmed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xiu'yang y.

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

入住真实情况

1、房间里到外是蚂蚁，床上也有蚂蚁。2、道路陡峭，急转弯，开车到达不安全。3、空调制冷效果差。4、需要步行走楼梯，不方便行李箱移动。5、门锁简易，老旧，松动，不能锁定，我每次出门都要随身携带贵重物品。6、房东说差评会坐牢。总体感觉不舒服，房价偏贵，合同强制，不允许提前退房。
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024