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Charming studio in old Palo Alto
Cottage with kitchenette, near Stanford University
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 360 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Palo Alto, CA
- Place, Stanford University3 min drive
- Place, Stanford Stadium5 min drive
- Place, Stanford University Medical Center7 min drive
- Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
About this property
Charming studio in old Palo Alto
Cute and neat studio in prestigious neighborhood of old Palo Alto, full privacy, moments to top Palo Alto schools, Downtown, Stanford, shopping, Midtown Center, Caltrain & California Avenue, farmers market. Great for walking or biking to Stanford.
The space
The studio is detached from Main house, facing to a quiet backyard, you could enjoy a fresh lemon/ peppermint drink in the morning if you prefer. It’s very clean and cozy, perfect for one to two person stay. Watch Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and other apps on a large TV via Roku. It will be one queen size bed in the studio as default.
For long stay, weekly cleaning could be arranged on guest’s cost.
Parking
Along the street (free parking) or use my driveway if you prefer.
Guest access
Guest uses the private gate ( right side of the main house) as entrance, on the check in day pls let me know when you will be arriving, and please check yourself in via the lockbox on the studio door.
Other things to note
Tv features: Roku allows you access to your favorite apps ( YouTube, Prime, Netflix etc). No smoking, no pet please. If smoking (including e-cigarettes or any type of vaping) there will be 200 charge. Please appreciate the quietness of the elegant neighborhood. No infant or children under 6 yr old please.
Outdoor
two friendly cat Snow and Star will be around
Basketball hoop and a huge trampoline, feel free to enjoy! :)
The space
The studio is detached from Main house, facing to a quiet backyard, you could enjoy a fresh lemon/ peppermint drink in the morning if you prefer. It’s very clean and cozy, perfect for one to two person stay. Watch Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and other apps on a large TV via Roku. It will be one queen size bed in the studio as default.
For long stay, weekly cleaning could be arranged on guest’s cost.
Parking
Along the street (free parking) or use my driveway if you prefer.
Guest access
Guest uses the private gate ( right side of the main house) as entrance, on the check in day pls let me know when you will be arriving, and please check yourself in via the lockbox on the studio door.
Other things to note
Tv features: Roku allows you access to your favorite apps ( YouTube, Prime, Netflix etc). No smoking, no pet please. If smoking (including e-cigarettes or any type of vaping) there will be 200 charge. Please appreciate the quietness of the elegant neighborhood. No infant or children under 6 yr old please.
Outdoor
two friendly cat Snow and Star will be around
Basketball hoop and a huge trampoline, feel free to enjoy! :)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Palo Alto
Old Palo Alto, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, is home to this cottage. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Rodin Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Twin Creeks Sports Complex. Check out an event or a game at Levi's Stadium, and consider making time for California's Great America, a top attraction not to be missed. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Palo Alto, CA
What's nearby
- Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Stanford Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
- Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
- Stanford University Medical Center - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Imperial Treasure 宝藏 - 15 min walk
- Covour Coffee - 11 min walk
- Kirk’s Steakburgers - 11 min walk
- Naschmarkt - 18 min walk
- Palo Alto Cafe - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lanlan

I enjoy to see my guests walking around in the yard with a cup of coffee in the morning. Traveling around the world for many years myself, I do appreciate while I am traveling, the place gives me a sense of home, so I would like to offer that to my guests as well.
Why they chose this property
Moments away from Steve jobs’ old residence, short and pleasent walk to cafe, restaurants and groceries. It’s a gorgeous neighborhood, quiet and elegant, very safe and refreshing to jog around!
What makes this property unique
It's quiet during the night, you could enjoy your restful evening without any interrupt. Friendly house cats enjoy the backyard a lot, please feel free to pet them ( star and snow). Host stays in the main house, if you need assistance, I am one text away.
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