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Palo Alto Cottage
Quaint cottage on a private estate located directly across the street from the Stanford campus. This newly remodeled cottage is the ideal place to stay while in Palo Alto. The completely remodeled kitchen includes fresh white cabinets stocked with all the cooking essentials, black granite counter tops, full size refrigerator/freezer and a 4 burner range, microwave oven, coffee maker, and electric kettle. The adorable living space, which is flooded with light and has views of the property's interior courtyards, includes a twin day bed, flat screen LED TV and a large closet. Off the living space you will find a beautifully remodeled bathroom with Carrera marble floors, and a large standing glass tile shower. The cottage is ideally located minutes away from Stanford Shopping Center, Caltrain Station, downtown Palo Alto, Town and Country Village, and California Ave Farmers market. Commuting is a breeze since it is conveniently situated between the Palo Alto Caltrain Station as well as the California Avenue Caltrain Station. There is also access to the free Margarite Shuttle which services both the Stanford Campus and the surrounding Palo Alto area.

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!

Steps from Stanford - Charming Guest House
Discover your perfect retreat a block from Stanford University, tucked away on a tranquil, tree-lined street in Palo Alto. Newly constructed, single-level guesthouse offers privacy, set discreetly at the rear of our property. You'll find yourself within a leisurely stroll minutes from restaurants, grocery stores, and shops. Easy access to 101 and 280 fwys. This haven is within walking distance to Caltrain CA Ave station, as well as stops for Stanford's complimentary Marguerite Shuttle service.

Studio- Steps from Stanford & Close to Everything!
Steps from Stanford, just a block away, this convenient studio is perfect for executives, students or solo travelers. In the heart of Silicon Valley, near major companies (Apple, Google, Meta) and Sandhill Road, it’s a 5-min walk to California Ave, 15 min to Caltrain, and 20 min to downtown Palo Alto. Fully furnished with a queen bed + one single, high-speed WiFi, washer/dryer, and a well-equipped kitchen. Self-Check-in. Please note: the unit is in the basement, looking forward to hosting you!

Peaceful & Safe Garden Guesthouse in Midtown PA
Recently painted, our quiet, safe, very clean and quaint Mediterranean style guesthouse, is located in a landscaped yard underneath a Redwood tree, and is suitable for only 1 guest. You can conveniently walk to Midtown neighborhood cafés, great eateries and markets. Quickly access the Stanford campus, Silicon Valley companies, San Antonio Shopping areas, and California Ave Caltrain Station by car. You're welcome to enjoy our backyard, nap in the hammock or work on the patio with WiFi access.

Peaceful Master Suite perfect for You
This is our serene master suite upstairs in our house in the Evergreen neighborhood, perfect for short term or long term stays. Side entrance leads to private kitchenette, and upstairs is the private loft, master room, bathroom. no stove, fireplace, laundry, or dishwasher but pretty much everything else you may think of. Stanford university, Cal Ave dining, Evergreen Park, and The Cal Train station are all literally within a 7 minute walk from here (along with a laundromat, gas station).

Gorgeous, comfortable two bedroom Suite
Our light-filled lower level suite has been fully remodeled (completed Feb 2019) and includes two bedrooms (up to 4 Queen beds), a large media room with a fold-out couch bed, and one full bathroom. Total space is approximately 1000 square feet with a private entrance. Amenities include all the perks of our media room and a kitchenette. We wash all linens included Duvet covers between guests. Please see below for Coronavirus precautions we are taking to ensure complete safety for guests.

Private Studio Apartment with private entrance.
Apartment has private entrance (self check-in), private bathroom, queen bed, desk, dresser, and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, electric kettle, Keurig, drip coffee maker, dishes, utensils). I can provide access to a full kitchen by prior arrangement. Apartment has ample storage (full walk-in closet) making extended visits very comfortable. For visits over 1 week, washer and dryer may be used. Location is walking distance to downtown Palo Alto, Stanford, Caltrain, and the bus hub.

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.

Quaint 2BR house; downtown Palo Alto + Stanford
A sweet 2 bedroom house near downtown Palo Alto and Stanford in the historic "Professorville" neighborhood, nestled among larger, stately homes. Excellent location! Only 5 blocks to downtown Palo Alto and one mile from Stanford University. Front, cozy bedroom has a comfortable king bed. Second bedroom is semi-detached - accessible through a small atrium off the kitchen. This bedroom as a queen bed, a trundle bed that can sleep 2, and a small desk for working from home.

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.

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.
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4.8 Average rating
Stanford stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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