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Creekside Oasis - Getaway Near the Four Seasons
Our home is tucked away behind a tall redwood fence, which surrounds the property. When you step through the gate, you will know why we consider it our oasis (& only 1.3 mile walk to downtown Palo Alto!) We are across the street from a wild creek bed, and surrounded by beautiful trees. Though we are under the same roof as our guests, you will have a separate entrance, your own kitchen, bathroom with tub and shower and very comfy queen size bed PLUS pull out full bed. We are onsite if needed.

Fabulous Guesthouse next to Stanford w/ Kitchen
Our Menlo Park home is walking/biking distance from Stanford and offers tons of privacy, tranquility and comfort for business professionals or anyone coming to visit Stanford! The main sleeping area is downstairs with all new linens plus an upstairs loft area with two twin beds. Families or co-workers can comfortably stay here! We are SuperHosts and have taken a lot of care to set this space up with all of the amenities you might need, including a desk, kitchen area and beautiful outdoor area!

Pool, Hot tub, Sauna I Your Silicon Valley Luxury
Upscale Los Altos Hills. Peaceful and spacious 1,500 sq. ft. retreat. Ideal for business travelers, couples, nature lovers. Adjacent to 3,988-acre Rancho San Antonio Preserve with direct trail access, wildlife, serenity. Inside: workspace with fiber-optic Wi-Fi, fireplace, sauna, pool table, fully equipped kitchen and plush queen bed with guest praised mattress. Outside: exclusive access to saline heated pool and hot tub, patio with BBQ. Minutes from Stanford, Palo Alto, and top tech campuses.

Private Garden Cottage
Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.

Quiet & Peaceful - Private Entry / Restroom.
Affluent heart of Silicon Valley-centrally located near major tech companies and El Camino/Kaiser hospitals. Quiet and calm quaint suite with a comfy new full-size bed, a new AC, a working desk with fast WiFi, and an elegant restroom. Near downtown Mountain View . . We are sure you will rest well here. Famous Castro Street for food and Safeway/Ranch 99 grocery stores just blocks away. Google's beautiful Shoreline nature preserve & wetlands nearby. Windows' hillside. Apple nearby. Stanford.

Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
Plenty of privacy, comfort, and easy access to all things Palo Alto. Walk or bike to cafes, restaurants, groceries, parks, the library, and more or cozy up in our spacious, light-filled in-law studio w/ private patio. Separate entry and w/ easy street parking in Midtown that's also conveniently close to California Ave, Downtown Palo Alto, Stanford Campus, Medical Foundation, PAMF, The Foothills, Meta HQ, Amazon, Shoreline, & Headquarters for all other major Silicon Valley companies.

SkyHigh Redwoods Retreat with Bay Views
Inhale. Exhale. Relax in this cozy, romantic guesthouse retreat nestled in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the bay and conveniently located near the famous Alice’s Restaurant on Skyline Blvd in Woodside. The 1 acre gated property has ample parking and privacy. Snuggle in with the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the full size kitchen and take in the views of the majestic redwoods right outside the windows with bay views peeking through the trees.

Cozy Room with "Private" Entrance, quiet neighbhd
Our charming private guest room (suite) is located on the first floor of a townhouse if you want a private, comfortable, and centrally-located place. The room has a queen-sized bed, a huge closet, and a stocked bathroom. Our self-check-in system allows for flexible check-in times anytime after 3 pm. Ideal for Stanford or downtown Palo Alto visitors, nearby grocery and convenience stores. An excellent choice for a comfortable and private stay in Palo Alto.

Perfect Location, walk to all Palo Alto venues
Very nice, remodeled 700 Sq. ft. Mid-Century Modern condominium in the heart of Palo Alto. One large bedroom, one bathroom, well stocked kitchen with all new appliances, lovely private back patio area...all this and only a 3 block walk to University Ave (fabulous restaurants & shopping), 3 minute walk to CalTrain, 10 minute walk to the Stanford Campus (or take Stanford Shuttle just 2 blocks away)! No need to drive although space for 2 cars, one undercover.

Quaint Cottage Near Downtown Palo Alto
This charming, quiet 2-story cottage includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and spacious common room with a couch, working desk, fast wifi and a large flat-screen TV. Located in a family-friendly neighborhood in Menlo Park, you'll enjoy your own private space with a separate entrance and tranquil, sunny patio area. The cottage is nestled in the rear of our backyard, detached from the main house.

Cozy Cottage Escape in the Heart of Palo Alto
Perfectly located spacious designer home in the heart of Palo Alto. We are 2-5 blocks from major investors, Stanford, Cal Train, Whole Foods, restaurants, and downtown University Ave. Enjoy space to relax/eat/work inside and outdoors in our garden! Rest well on a full size bed with a private bath! Please note, the backyard is shared with other airBnB guests staying in the main house.

Savvy Studio ❤︎ Palo Alto ❤︎ of Silicon Valley
Welcome to Savvy Studio~a clean and quiet apartment where you can relax or work in peace. Located in a self contained wing of a snappy Eichler Mid-Century home, enter through a private unique atrium breezeway to the locking entrance of your studio apartment that features a comfy full-sized bed, table for working or dining, mini-kitchen, and private full bathroom.
Popular amenities for Palo Alto family-friendly rentals
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Separate entry room near Stanford

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Cozy BUS on Farm Animal Rescue with CITY VIEW

Private & clean STUDIO 580/680 Tri-Valley
When is the best time to visit Palo Alto?
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| Avg. price | G$53,326 GYD | G$55,835 GYD | G$54,372 GYD | G$55,417 GYD | G$59,390 GYD | G$67,546 GYD | G$64,200 GYD | G$61,063 GYD | G$55,835 GYD | G$54,790 GYD | G$52,489 GYD | G$52,280 GYD |
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Palo Alto vacation rentals start at G$2,091 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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360 properties have a dedicated workspace

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680 of Palo Alto vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Palo Alto rentals

4.8 Average rating
Palo Alto stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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Palo Alto's top spots, include Stanford University, Googleplex, and Computer History Museum
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