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10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
30 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Entire home
Detached Guest House
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Dryer
- Microwave
Explore the area
Los Altos Hills, CA
- Foothill CollegePlace, Foothill College3 min drive
- Foothills ParkPlace, Foothills Park6 min drive
- Stanford UniversityPlace, Stanford University11 min drive
- San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
About this property
Detached Guest House
Detached Guest House located on a flag lot in Los Altos Hills where each parcel is a minimum of one acre which provides security and exclusivity. Please note that Los Altos Hills has no sidewalks nor streetlights which adds to the country atmosphere.
Private entrance and parking.
Superior furnishings.
Cal-King sized bed with 100% cotton sheets - 800 thread count.
Leather couch and chairs.
100% New Zealand wool carpet.
Electric blinds operate the sky light and transom. You will be able to control these with a handheld remote.
Combo washer/dryer.
LED 42" Smart TV
WiFi
Kitchenette appropriate for lite meals. Contains microwave, convection oven, fridge, dishes,
flatware, misc. utensils.
Bath has towel sets for 4, hair dryer, high end shampoo and conditioner, kleenex, fine milled bar soap.
Close by is the San Antonio Open Space Preserve where you will find an abundance of hiking trails and opportunities for biking.
Minutes to the Town of Los Altos where you will enjoy fabulous restaurants and unique shops.
5 minutes to Stanford/Stanford Hospital/Tesla/VM Ware.
10 miles to FB, Googleplex
17 miles to Levi Stadium
Ideal spot for travel to San Francisco, San Jose and the California Coast.
WILDLIFE may be present which could include deer, squirrels, wild turkeys, rabbits, foxes.
Kindly note that ONLY guests registered with Vrbo are allowed on the property.
There is no charging station for E autos
No Ebikes allowed due to liability
Private entrance and parking.
Superior furnishings.
Cal-King sized bed with 100% cotton sheets - 800 thread count.
Leather couch and chairs.
100% New Zealand wool carpet.
Electric blinds operate the sky light and transom. You will be able to control these with a handheld remote.
Combo washer/dryer.
LED 42" Smart TV
WiFi
Kitchenette appropriate for lite meals. Contains microwave, convection oven, fridge, dishes,
flatware, misc. utensils.
Bath has towel sets for 4, hair dryer, high end shampoo and conditioner, kleenex, fine milled bar soap.
Close by is the San Antonio Open Space Preserve where you will find an abundance of hiking trails and opportunities for biking.
Minutes to the Town of Los Altos where you will enjoy fabulous restaurants and unique shops.
5 minutes to Stanford/Stanford Hospital/Tesla/VM Ware.
10 miles to FB, Googleplex
17 miles to Levi Stadium
Ideal spot for travel to San Francisco, San Jose and the California Coast.
WILDLIFE may be present which could include deer, squirrels, wild turkeys, rabbits, foxes.
Kindly note that ONLY guests registered with Vrbo are allowed on the property.
There is no charging station for E autos
No Ebikes allowed due to liability
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Upon leaving, please leave the keys on the kitchen drainboard.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 5070498vb
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
About the area
Los Altos
Los Altos Hills, a neighbourhood in Los Altos, is home to this holiday home. Moffett Federal Airfield and Winchester Mystery House are notable landmarks, 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.
Los Altos Hills, CA
What's nearby
- Foothill College - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Foothills Park - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
- Stanford University - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
- Stanford Shopping Center - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
- Stanford Stadium - 14 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
- Middlefield Station - 14 min drive
- Atherton Station - 18 min drive
- San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Satura Cakes - 5 min drive
- Bluestone Lane Los Altos Café - 5 min drive
- Yoshi Sushi - 6 min drive
- Sumika - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Detached Guest House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Detached Guest House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Detached Guest House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Detached Guest House located?
Located in Los Altos Hills, this holiday home is steps from Silicon Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Foothill College and Los Altos History Museum. Stanford University and Palo Alto VA Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2026
Karen and her husband are the kind of guests everyone wants to host.
Extremely quiet, lite use of the accommodations and left everything spotless.
Very pleasant and an absolute joy to speak with.
Would not hesitate to host again!!
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