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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two sofas, a TV, and a window.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Silicon Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palo Alto Art Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Community Center, 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 balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Silicon Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palo Alto Art Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Atherton Station - 9 min drive
  • Bayshore NASA Station - 10 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Pizza House Palo Alto - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ramen Nagi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬18 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.

Palo Alto Cottage Near Stanford & Tech Companies

Summary:

This sleek, sophisticated, and fully self-contained backyard cottage is in a classic Palo Alto neighborhood, near Stanford, downtown Palo Alto, and numerous tech companies. We've been pleased to host and get to know many travelers from around the world.



We provide everything you need for a relaxing stay ... a comfy queen-sized bed, comfortable couches, a large screen TV, a work area, a bathroom, and a fully stocked kitchen, including a Nespresso machine to get you going in the morning!



The Space:

This studio cottage has a heated wood floor, a small bathroom with shower and sink, and a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, a stove, an oven, a microwave, a sink, and kitchenware. It also has a queen-sized bed, a couch, a work area, and a TV.



Guest Access:

You will have the entire cottage to yourself.



The Neighborhood:

This home is in the "Community Center" neighborhood, named for the nearby Lucy Stern Community Center. It's near the delightful Rinconada Park, one of many that Palo Alto has to offer.



Downtown Palo Alto's University Ave, with its amazing restaurants and boutique shops, is a mere 8 blocks away, an easy walk or bike ride.



If you love the great outdoors, there are incredible hikes within 20 minutes driving, and the Santa Cruz mountains, with California's famous and magnificent Redwood trees, are only 30 minutes away.



Getting Around:

Nearby Middlefield Road is an easy thoroughfare, Alma/Central Expressway is close as well, and El Camino Real is just a bit further. Getting to the 101 is easy on Embarcadero Road. Depending on traffic, 101 North will get you to SFO in 20-45 minutes, and San Francisco itself in 45 to 75 minutes. In the other direction, 30-45 minutes, is San Jose Airport.



Note that though this is Silicon Valley, an area known for green innovation, and the home of Tesla and self-driving cars and many solar companies, it was built in the 1950's era for cars, not for public transit. You definitely need a car to get around. That said, there's a Caltrain station at the other end of University Ave, from which a "baby bullet" train can get you to San Francisco in 30 minutes.



Other Things to Note:

We ask that you park on the street. There are rarely any issues finding space to park.



Interaction with Guests:

The property manager lives just 10 minutes away in case there are any issues. The homeowners or other guests are usually in the main home.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Instant book policy: 3+ reviews, all positive. If not, please message us and we can discuss; sometimes we can make exceptions. We reserve the right...

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Community Center, just steps from Silicon Valley, and within a 10-minute walk of Palo Alto Art Center and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. You'll also find Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center within a short drive.

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.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 9.5 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 20.5 mi away (25-minute drive).

Palo Alto Cottage Near Stanford & Tech Companies Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful neighborhood, lovely hosts

Perfect for a business trip. The hosts were incredibly kind and the place was clean and well stocked. The patio seating was a lovely surprise too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was great. We enjoyed having coffee in the garden. Everything was as described. No issues parking. Very safe and nice neighborhood - very easy to walk downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tucked in - excellent getaway

Well maintained, a lot of care went into the property and layout of everything. Nice, quiet neighborhood with good ppl sprinkled in. Backyard area is awesome and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026