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Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech

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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
Walk through the rose-covered archway to the front door
A grand piano, bookshelves, and a dining area with wooden beams and a painting.
A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, leather chairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a piano.
Front entrance to home

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Stanford University
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Massages in spa

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford Maples Pavillion
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Double Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Downstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech

Welcome to your dream luxury home just next to Stanford University! This stunning 4-bedroom retreat in the heart of Palo Alto offers the perfect blend of sophistication, comfort, and convenience. This home is perfect for business travelers, academics, families, and anyone looking for an unbeatable location just minutes from Stanford University, Silicon Valley tech hubs, and downtown Palo Alto.

What You'll Love:
- Spacious 4BR Layout – Thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy, perfect for families or colleagues
- Modern & Fully Equipped Kitchen – Cook with ease using high-end appliances and stocked essentials
- Stylish Living & Dining Spaces – Bright, open-concept layout with cozy seating and a Smart TV
- Prime Palo Alto Location – Just minutes from Stanford, Google, Facebook, and downtown Palo Alto
- Fast WiFi & Work-From-Home Setup – Stay productive with a dedicated workspace
- Easy Self Check-In – Secure keypad entry for a seamless arrival

Whether you're here for business, academics, or leisure, this spacious Palo Alto retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern luxury. Book your stay today!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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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
Guest must provide valid government issued Photo ID
Guest must sign booking agreement before gaining access
A credit card "hold" is required for your stay

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9512445
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Palo Alto

Located in College Terrace, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, this holiday home is near theme parks. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum are cultural highlights and California's Great America is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stanford Stadium or Levi's Stadium. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Palo Alto, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stanford Maples Pavillion - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stanford University Arboretum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hoover Tower - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Bayshore NASA Station - 12 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbird - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coupa Cafe @ The Hub at Stanford Research Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HP Pavilion Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palo Alto near Stanford and tech hubs?

As of 19 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palo Alto near Stanford and tech hubs on 21 Aug 2026 start from £3,058, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 4BR Retreat | Palo Alto Nr Stanford & Tech located?

Located in College Terrace, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Silicon Valley and Stanford University. Stanford University Medical Center is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. California Ave Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely charming and homey, not to mention how comfortable. Thank you for sharing this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home and location. Very attentive host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, spacious house in very quiet neighborhood. Very comfortable king-sized bed in master suite. Loved cozy TV room. Kitchen is well stocked, though small with limited food storage areas. Nice backyard outdoor space. Note parking is on cross street. Host/property manager James very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family rental

What a perfect oasis from the bustle of Stanford graduation. Tasteful, clean, comfortable, with a lovely garden. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cottage a short walk from Stanford's campus

The house is lovely, comfortable, well furnished, and perfectly situated in a neighborhood of bungalows just a few blocks from Stanford. The host has provisioned the place generously, including a well stocked kitchen and many books and children's games.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Matthew, Thank you for your review and staying with us. We would be happy to welcome you back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home, location, and support

We very much enjoyed our stay at this property! We were impressed with the attention to detail in the home and with the marvelous library. The location is superb; fun to meet some of the neighbors, too. The team at Arrive and Thrive was very responsive to any requests we had. This was certainly the best VRBO we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College game day

Met college friends for a game. Great location to campus and restaurants. Can walk to all.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2025
Hey Troy. Thanks for the stellar review. You're welcome back any time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cece O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental near Stanford

Our family went down to Palo Alto to watch our daughter’s senior recital. So we had parents, aunt and uncles and grandparents, also including our three-year-old niece. Great house for the family together, Cook, and generally hang out. The gardens were spectacular and delightful to walk through into the house.Very good communication from the management. The only issue we had was the barbecue grill was not clean and ready to be grilled on. But they apologized and said they would get it fixed up for the next guest. About a 25 minute walk to campus, but a very quick drive. We also loved all the books on the shelves that you could pick up and read through if you woke up early or stayed up late!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad your family enjoyed the home, gardens, and thoughtful touches. We appreciate your note about the grill—it’s been addressed. We’d love to host you again next time you’re in Palo Alto!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth S.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Arrival messed up

Great property. Unfortunate beginning to our stay. I had requested (and manager confirmed)an early arrival (a couple of hours early). When we arrived (the door was not locked) residence was trashed--garbage everywhere. Nothing cleaned. No one in site. VRBO did send a cleaning squad as soon as they could and paid for our dinner out while the home was cleaned. But the arrival left a bad impression.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a Lovely home the ants moved in…

Beautiful , charming property in a nice location but little black ants constantly in kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, everywhere. A real problem. If you set a spoon on the counter while transferring a pot, they came for it. In the morning you would wake up to make coffee and ants would be all over counter and in sink. They were on the carpet and on wood floors too. It had been raining incessantly so may have been the cause. I let manager know so he could remedy for next guests. Beautiful furnishings, well equipped, cozy. We just had to settle in with the ants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a delightful long weekend at this lovely property. It was a great size for our big family and the convenience to campus was perfect. The hosts were responsive and gracious. We would definitely recommend it to anyone coming to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful classy home

This home is beautiful. It was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. The home had everything we needed to prepare part of Thanksgiving dinner including a KitchenAid mixer and sharp knives (a real rarity in VRBO houses). There was a whole cabinet of kid’s games and books. Highly recommend this home for a peaceful and beautiful stay near Stanford.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katherine m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home away from home

We've enjoyed several stays at this wonderful home - very comfortable with plenty of space for working, relaxing, cooking, sleeping. Great location and responsive communication with the property manager. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

As advertised. Great location. Perfect for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quynh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy place

This house was in a great location with a lot of character. Very quiet neighbor and near enough to a variety of shops. It was maintained very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asif Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Arrive and Thrive

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We completely rebuilt our home in 1996, working with artisans and master carpenters to give it Old World charm with modern conveniences. The Norwegian Day Bed next to the fireplace has been featured in Sunset Magazine.

Why they chose this property

Our home is ideal for visitors to Stanford and Silicon Valley. It offers country elegance in the middle of Palo Alto. We completely rebuilt our home in 1996 to create a peaceful haven. Enjoy it as your home away from home when you are in Palo Alto for business or pleasure.

What makes this property unique

We love the College Terrace neighborhood, filled with old trees, gracious houses, and tree-lined streets. This is quintessential Palo Alto living. The neighborhood is very peaceful and yet close to everything.

Languages:

English

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