A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests

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A residential house with a front yard, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a small garden area.
A gated driveway leading to a house with a large tree on the left and a garage on the right.
A modern office space with a dark wooden desk, a chair, a wall-mounted shelf with a clock, a desk lamp, and a framed picture.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a nightstand.
A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and various kitchen items on the counter.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Palo Alto Art Center
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Playground on site
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Palo Alto Art Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪35 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

A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests


A calm, sun-lit one-bedroom studio located in Old Palo Alto — one of the most desirable, peaceful, and well-preserved residential neighborhoods in the Bay Area.

The space is designed for guests who value quiet, clarity, and a sense of soft order.



🏡 Why Old Palo Alto Matters

Old Palo Alto is known for:
   •   Tree-lined residential streets
   •   Quiet morning walks and safe evening strolls
   •   A community of families, academics, founders, Stanford affiliates
   •   Easy access to Stanford, California Ave, University Ave, and Caltrain
   •   A peaceful environment that supports focused work and deep rest

This is one of the rare parts of Palo Alto that feels calm, grounded, and safe — perfect for scholars and long-term stays.



🖥 For Remote Work / Scholars
   •   Large 27–32” monitor for WFH or academic writing
   •   Fast, stable Wi-Fi
   •   Clean, simple desk setup
   •   Quiet surroundings ideal for reading, meetings, concentration



🛌 Comfortable Sleep & Rest
   •   Supportive standard mattress
   •   Fresh linens & soft pillows
   •   Warm, gentle evening lighting
   •   Blackout curtains
   •   Quiet neighborhood with no nightlife noise



🍳 Light Cooking Ready

For simple meals and longer stays:
   •   Electric single-burner hot plate
   •   Non-stick pan
   •   Toaster
   •   Electric kettle
   •   Mini fridge
   •   Basic utensils, cups, bowls & plates for two



🧺 Laundry & Convenience is available for long stay
   •   On-site shared laundry
   •   Complimentary detergent
   •   Private entrance
   •   Ample storage
   



🌿 Perfect For
   •   Stanford visiting scholars & researchers
   •   Postdocs / graduate students on short appointments
   •   Remote workers needing a quiet base
   •   Parents visiting Stanford students
   •   Couples seeking a calm, grounding stay
   •   Long-term stays (monthly discounts available)



🌙 Atmosphere

Soft light, quiet evenings, and a sense of privacy — ideal for guests who want a peaceful, structured environment to rest or work.



🌱 Notes About the Space
   •   This is a one-bedroom studio
   •   Best for 1–2 guests
   •   No shared living spaces
   •   Designed for slow mornings, quiet evenings, and focused days
Studio is facing to backyard, sunny during the days and super quiet at night
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 space
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4192087vb
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. California's Great America is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stanford Stadium or Levi's Stadium. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Palo Alto, CA

What's nearby

  • Palo Alto Art Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Bayshore NASA Station - 9 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 14 min walk
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • Yutori
  • ‪Starbird - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Telefèric Barcelona - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests located?

Located in Old Palo Alto, this cottage is steps from Silicon Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. Stanford University Medical Center is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. California Ave Station is 14 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Lanlan

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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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