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

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom33 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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

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About the area

Palo Alto

At this cottage you'll be steps from Silicon Valley and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Stanford University. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Rinconada Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 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 - 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

  • ‪Zareen's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Covour Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Imperial Treasure 宝藏 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Farm - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kirk’s Steakburgers - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

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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

⸻

🍳 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)

⸻

🌙 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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 360 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests?

No, A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet, bright and nicely-outfitted apartment that is in a convenient and lovely location. It makes an extended stay in Palo Alto very easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

JANICE P., Nyack, New York, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was wonderful! Attentive and kind. And GREAT BED AND PILLOWS and towels. Hot water took a very long time both in sink and shower. Room temperature was quite chilly even with good heating - the unit never gets direct sun and has little or no insulation. It’s clean and functional- but not cozy. Good surface desk as place to work on laptop. No place to sit and have breakfast, Not cozy. Still host is outstanding
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was great. Bed was comfortable and the big moniterwas a welcome amenity. Nice walk to the great restaurants on California Ave. Plenty of parking. The only complaint is you do need to run the hot water a while for it to get hot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne D., Sharon, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very close to Stanford, a great efficiency studio with the basic amenities and a spare monitor which made working online a breeze. Irene is a pleasure to work with as a host.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet property. Well kept. Everything you need. Very safe neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, private location. Everything went smoothly, but it could use glassware and ice cubes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great studio, beautiful neighborhood

I had a wonderful stay here. Comfortable studio in a gorgeous neighborhood! Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Super and clean. Good host, quick communicator
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

T Anthony, Haven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location to visit family at Stanford. I used the place to sleep and eat breakfast. Owner responded quickly with answers to my questions. Very friendly:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025