Cottage in Menlo Park, CA
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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About this cottage rental
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
Amenities at A quiet studio, Ideal for scholars, remote professionals, and long-stay guests
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Washing machine
Dryer
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Kettle
Stove
Laundry services
Ironing facilities
Towels
Hairdryer
Map of Menlo Park, CA
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Dec 2025
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
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
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.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
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.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
Beautiful quiet property. Well kept. Everything you need. Very safe neighborhood.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(10 Ratings)
"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 t..."
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