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Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck

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A wooden deck with a pergola, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.
A dining area with a table set for six, a ceiling fan, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted flower painting.
A swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a wooden fence in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A residential house with a front yard, a wooden deck, and a small garden with white flowers.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located near a theme park, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 12 guests. It features 1 separate living room and 1 outdoor pool. Enjoy the porch, yard, and patio for outdoor relaxation. The property includes games for entertainment. Nearby attractions include Mitchell Park Dog Park and Charleston Plaza.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Palo Alto, CA
  • Place, Mitchell Park Dog Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Labyrinth At Grace
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Charleston Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck

This spacious and beautiful Palo Alto home features a wonderful remodeled kitchen, plenty of comfortable and clean living space and a manicured backyard with large deck, BBQ and sparkling pool (w/child safety fence) for enjoying Palo Alto’s perfect weather. It is centrally located in the heart of Palo Alto and close to Levi's Stadium, Google, Facebook and Stanford. The kitchen is beautiful and well-stocked and this large home has plenty of room for everyone to relax.

5 Beds and 3 Baths - The home features 1 king bed, 3 Queen beds, 2 twin beds and a Queen pull-out sofa sleeper - plus 3 full bathrooms. It can sleep up to 12 people comfortably.

Wifi/TVs/Desk - We have strong, high-speed wifi throughout the home, 4 Smart TVs (Roku and Firesticks) and a large desk set-up for working.

Supplies - We provide all the things you need for your visit: towels, bed linens and pillows, fully-stocked kitchen with everything that you'll want or need for making meals.

Laundry - A washer and dryer are available for guest use too, along with laundry detergent.

Access - The home is equipped with a keyless combination lock for easy access. For added security, the code changes after every guest.

Parking - The large driveway can hold 3-4 cars, plus there's parking available along the street.

The home is located in residential area in the heart of Palo Alto with many parks, grocery stores, Costco and restaurants nearby. Across the street is a large park called "Mitchell Park" and it has wonderful playgrounds (including the renown "Magical Bridge Playground", large grassy fields, tennis/pickle ball courts and walking paths. About 2 blocks away is a great local, organic grocery store with all kinds of tasty treats and meal options called "Piazza's".

Note: the pool is not a heated and the hot tub shown in the pictures is not a functional hot tub (no heat and no jets). The pool is great for swimming in the summer months.

Located near Stanford, downtown Palo Alto, Google, Facebook, wonderful parks and restaurants.

Here are approx. times to key areas in and around Palo Alto, Los Altos and Mountain view:
- 1 minute to nearest bus stop by foot;
- 10 minutes to Stanford and downtown Palo Alto by car;
- 10 minutes to either downtown Mountain View or downtown Los Alto by car
- 5 minutes to G@@gle or F@ceb@@k campuses by car
- 5 minutes to the Caltrain station by car;
- 35 minutes to SF airport by car;
- 20 minutes to San Jose airport by car

The home has heating throughout and there is no A/C in this house, but we have many fans for that occasional hot day in Palo Alto.

We respond promptly to messages, calls and emails - we look forward to hearing from you!:)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put all trash, compost and recycling into the containers located in the driveway
In the winter, turn all wall thermostats down to 60 degrees to conserve energy
In the summer, lower all window blinds to keep the house cool
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Check-in time is between 4pm and 9pm, check-out time is 10am.
No Parties, No smoking/No vaping
Quiet Hours - We love our neighbors, so as not to disturb them, please keep outdoor conversations and entertaining to a minimum after 9pm each night.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3038437vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palo Alto

Located in Adobe Meadow, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, this holiday home is near theme parks. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Twin Creeks Sports Complex. Check out an event or a game at Levi's Stadium, and consider making time for California's Great America, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Palo Alto, CA

What's nearby

  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Labyrinth At Grace - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Charleston Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 4 min drive
  • Bayshore NASA Station - 6 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Andytown Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,775, 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.

Is Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Palo Alto Home, Pool, 5 beds/3 baths, Spacious, Amazing backyard/deck located?

Located in Adobe Meadow, this holiday home is steps from Silicon Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and Shoreline Amphitheatre. Shoreline Park and San Antonio Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very comfortable stay for the entire week. The place was very clean and well maintained, and whenever we had any issues during our stay, the host responded quickly and took care of everything. We felt very comfortable and well taken care of throughout our stay. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property in a convenient and friendly neighborhood. Well stocked with necessities, clean and spacious. Beautiful landscaping and a great pool. Owner very responsive and helpful. Would stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time! We enjoyed our stay and the home met all of our needs. The pool was fun to hang out in and the property felt secluded even though you are in the middle of town. The neighborhood was very quiet at night and there was coffee, food an ice cream available just down the street. Just what we were looking for. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was in a great location and had tons of room for our family. Communication w/hosts was excellent.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice & easy accommodations. Close to the best grocery store i have seen. Like whole foods but better. A bonus was that the house was across the street from a great public 16 pickleball courts. We played every morning. Pete’s coffee and some easy restaurants were near by.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The team really enjoyed their stay, thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes the house was perfect for what we needed,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean gouse ,great back yard
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Clean, easy access, nice neighborhood, easy to access places to eat. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

The house was perfect for our needs and was in such a convenient central location. The hosts were very communicative and responsive and the house was tidy and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, nice to have everything so well stocked. My grand-nephew loved dipping the net into the pool and scooping up toys. Lemons on the tree in the front yard made excellent lemonade. Maybe it is a Meyer's Lemon? Be sure to touch the dark ring around the door lock on side door to be able to see the buttons. Mitchell Park is right across the street. We enjoyed going over there often, a nice place to walk, pickle ball, and lots of playground equipment. Kirk's Burgers are just down the street. We plan to stay here again the next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious. Host was responsive and easy to reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy access to Palo Alto

We were comfortable and enjoyed the central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had excellent communication with the host as well as the property care taker who I had to call with a plumbing issue. They were responsive and helpful every step of the way.The house had the space we needed for our extended family and enough dishes, towels, bedding, seating for our group. The outside area we didn't use because of the seasonal limitations and rainy weather.Overall, it was a comfortable and easy stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip perfect

Clean and tidy and spacious rooms. Best place for a family of 6-12 to stay in Palo Alto!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious home in a good location

Great stay with lots of space for large groups. Small backyard/deck to hang out at and across the street from a park and cafe. Lots of space to sleep throughout the house. Check in was easy and hosts were communicative and easy to reach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we had hoped for.

Couldn't have asked for a better place to have stayed. Would book again without any hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Palo Alto house with pool.

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for 6 adults and my 3 young grandchildren. Well stocked kitchen. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay close to Stanford

We needed a place to stay while a family member was having surgery at Stanford. It was an easy drive there and affordable for our group. Comfortable and clean place to stay with the comforts of home. Thank you for a comfortable stay. Holly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous home

We enjoyed the comfort of this home when attending an event at Stanford recently. Joyce & Duke were great to work with. The home is very clean and comfortable. The pool and backyard were a great oasis.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for family!

This house was perfect for us, our kids, and grandkids. Quiet upstairs for sleeping children, nice big kitchen, large dining table in and out and a great little pool for kid fun! It felt like home. Also, the manager was very available for questions and suggestions. Very helpful. If in the area again we would rent this property. Thanks for a perfect spot!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great, clean, and reasonably priced property in Palo Alto

Stayed for a little over a week with a work colleague...Home was clean...Home was in complete working order...owners made access super easy...very pleasant stay...wish it was warmer so we could have enjoyed the beautiful pool!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Palo Alto home

The home was perfect for 4 adults and 3 bathrooms a plus. Nice yard, wish Jacuzzi worked. We were out everyday at 7am and home after 8. Enjoyed not being in a hotel!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter Palo Alto getaway

Enjoyed our staycation in Palo Alto, visiting the Stanford Shopping Center, Stanford University campus and venturing south to attractions in Santa Clara / San Jose.This home was very comfortable and the size was suitable for our family of 10 (a mix of adults and children); together to celebrate my parents' 48th wedding anniversary. Great location, with convenient Safeway, Walgreens nearby; and the Magical Bridge playground for the kiddos.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot for those that want to hang out between San Jose and San Francisco

We were able to visit family and attend events up and down the Peninsula. Everything seemed to be close to this location. Took the train up to SF to enjoy a Giants game as well from Palo Alto station. Also a great part across the street for those with littles. Swimming pool was a nice treat for our kids and the house has a lot of space to spread out after the long day!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joyce McLaughlin

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We lived in this home for several years before relocating. We love Palo Alto and the surrounding areas. Being close to Stanford was a big plus for us.

Why they chose this property

The home is right in the middle of Palo Alto. So close to everything. It has a wonderful local, neighborhood feel. The home is spacious and we've made many updates to it (remodeled kitchen, new flooring and new beds). We have take great care of this home, keeping it very open and clean. We hope you love it!

What makes this property unique

While inside the home is amazing and comfortable, the backyard is paradise. It's a large backyard with manicured landscaping and grassy areas. It includes a pool (with a pool safety fence) and a wonderful open deck with a large BBQ and outdoor dining table. It's a wonderful spot to work from (we great wifi coverage outside too), to relax or to have your meals.

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