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Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House
We invite you to stay in our private, remodeled guest house. It's an easy walk to the restaurants and shops on University Avenue, in a safe and sought-after neighborhood in Downtown Palo Alto. The guest house was recently renovated and has a gorgeous bay window, air conditioning, two skylights, and a spa-like bathroom. We pride ourselves in keeping it absolutely spotless. The studio cottage is 200 square feet. It’s perfect for a single person but has a queen bed, so can accommodate a couple

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!

Lux Studio near Stanford | GOOG | Meta | Tesla
Part of a beautiful newly custom built craftsman architectural style house with a private entrance. The suite is completely separated, with a secure smart-lock, nicely appointed with modern chic furnishings throughout in a sought-after neighborhood in Midtown Palo Alto - one of the best places to live in Silicon Valley. 3-5 minutes WALK to grocery store, pharmacy, coffee/tea shop, and restaurants. Within 1 or 2 miles, you can ride your BIKE or CAR to Stanford, Tesla, GOOG, Meta/FB and Amazon.

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.

King-Size Luxury Near Stanford in a Modern 1-BR
Welcome to our newly updated one-bedroom apartment located just 2 miles away from Stanford. This luxurious apartment features a king-size bed, a 55" 4K TV, and fast Wi-Fi to ensure you have a comfortable stay. Whether you're visiting Stanford or the Meta headquarters for a short-term business trip or a long-term stay, our centrally located apartment offers the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. We prioritize exceptional service and hospitality, and we're excited to host you soon!

Light-filled apartment in heart of Palo Alto
This completely private 1-bedroom apartment is furnished exclusively for Airbnb guests. After years of staying in Airbnb rentals ourselves, we set out to furnish this space to have everything we love in a short-term rental: nice sheets, fluffy pillows, plenty of light (but also black-out curtains), an easy-to-use TV, and cooking supplies. Right in the heart of Palo Alto, it is near Stanford University, Stanford hospital, and the bustling restaurants and shops of University Avenue.

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.

2 BR/2 BA Downtown Palo Alto near Stanford
Large modern two-bedroom two-bath apartment, furnished with high quality appliances, washer and dryer, and tasteful finishes. The apartment is two blocks from University Ave, within walking distance or a short bike ride to Stanford campus, train station and great access to San Francisco and San Jose. The apartment is on the first floor. There are around six stairs to get to the entrance of the building.

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.
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