10/10 Excellent
Nora E.
11 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great studio, beautiful neighborhood
Nora E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Entire home
A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2360 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Palo Alto, CA
- Place, Palo Alto Art Center11 min walk
- Place, Stanford University4 min drive
- Place, Stanford Stadium6 min drive
- Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)39 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.
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🏡 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.
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🖥 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
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🛌 Comfortable Sleep & Rest
• Supportive standard mattress
• Fresh linens & soft pillows
• Warm, gentle evening lighting
• Blackout curtains
• Quiet neighborhood with no nightlife noise
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🍳 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
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🧺 Laundry & Convenience
• On-site shared laundry
• Complimentary detergent
• Private entrance
• Ample storage
• Self check-in
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🌿 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)
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🌙 Atmosphere
Soft light, quiet evenings, and a sense of privacy — ideal for guests who want a peaceful, structured environment to rest or work.
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🌱 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
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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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. California's Great America is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay. 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 cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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 F. Gamble Garden - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
- Stanford University - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
- Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Zareen's - 18 min walk
- Imperial Treasure 宝藏 - 15 min walk
- Covour Coffee - 11 min walk
- The Farm - 16 min walk
- Joanie's Cafe - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Brent C.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brent C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne D.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pete O.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pete O.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
T Anthony
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
T Anthony
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine O.
4 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Christine O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
JANICE P.
8 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
JANICE P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve S.
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Peter W.
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peter W.
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025
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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