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Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage!

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A quaint house with a garden, a wooden pergola, and a swan statue.
A garden with a stone pathway, a wooden bench, and a pergola.
A cozy room with a bed, two chairs, a table, and a window with a view of a red double-decker bus.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a round ottoman, a table, and a window with a view of greenery.
A room with a wooden dresser, a chair, a rug, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a patio.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Silicon Valley
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Menlo Park, CA
  • Place, Silicon Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage!

Find an elegant escape in the heart of Menlo Park when you book this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental cottage. Treat your loved one to a romantic getaway with English countryside elegance — from the patio overflowing with flora and fauna to the pristine landscaped English garden. Head out to walk or bike around Menlo Park or get your retail therapy in at the Stanford Shopping Center. If you fancy a trip to the coast, this cozy cottage is sure to be the place for you.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Furnished Patio | Free WiFi | 2 Mi to Stanford University | 24 Mi to Levi's Stadium

Bedroom: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Bistro table, outdoor seating, garden, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, dining table, desk workspace, vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, microwave, drip coffee maker, kettle, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & A/C, towels/linens, cleaning essentials, washer & dryer
FAQ: Stairs required, homeowner on-site (main house) w/ shared outdoor spaces
PARKING: Street parking (first come, first served)

-- THE LOCATION --

STANFORD UNIVERSITY (2 miles): Stanford Stadium, Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts, Frost Amphitheater, Stanford Maples Pavilion
ATTRACTIONS: Filoli (11 miles), Intel Museum (15 miles), California's Great America (15 miles), Winchester Mystery (20 miles)
DAY TRIPS: San Jose (20 miles), Half Moon Bay State Beach - Venice Beach (23 miles), San Francisco (32 miles), Golden Gate National Recreation Area (38 miles), Big Basin Redwoods State Park (47 miles)
SILICON VALLEY: Facebook (3 miles), Googleplex (7 miles), Intel (15 miles), Apple Park (17 miles), PayPal (17 miles)
AIRPORTS: Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (18 miles), San Francisco International Airport (18 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: the homeowner lives on site with 2 chihuahuas, in a completely separate unit, with some shared outdoor amenities
- NOTE: Stairs are required to enter the property

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4761363
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Menlo Park

West Menlo Park, a neighbourhood in Menlo Park, is home to this cottage. Hoover Tower and Stanford Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Silicon Valley and Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Stanford Maples Pavillion, or consider a night out at Frost Amplitheater. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Menlo Park, CA

What's nearby

  • Silicon Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Levi's Stadium - 30 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Atherton Station - 6 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bici Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Country Corner - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Goose - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Corner Yogurt - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Updated Menlo Park English Tudor Garden Cottage! located?

Located in West Menlo Park, this cottage is steps from Silicon Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Menlo College and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice alternative to the Silicon Valley hotel scene. Fun place to stay - highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cottage in 125 year old garden

Fantastic!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well furnished. Quiet neighborhood located close to shopping, restaurants and Stanford University. Ample street parking.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay. Had everything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay while visiting my Stanford daughter!

Place was great and cozy, home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cute little cottage in a lovely area - close to my work location and also a quiet/clean respite away from the busy hubbub of the Bay Area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice and quiet place to relax after a long work day. It is away from the street behind the main house with a beautiful garden area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A restful and beautiful cottage

We had a lovely time. The cottage is perfect for two of us, the bed very comfy, well stocked kitchen and a lovely outdoor table where we could host friends. The setting of the cottage is a property with beautiful flowers and redwoods! The location is very convenient both to downtown Menlo Park and San Hill Road and Stanford. The owners are great- helpful, friendly and fun!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place for a weekend getaway

Great weekend- beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional property in a lovely neighborhood! Wonderful hosts, aka the chihuahuas, too!

Lovely stay ! Highly recommended
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a charming and lovely property.The outside garden made it feel even larger than it was. Very private and yet quick to everything we wanted to do on campus.The host was wonderful and it was a pleasure to meet her and to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coming back!

Great place and neighborhood for a visit. Terrific host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful gardens.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Hosts were friendly and accomodating and the cottage was charming. Quiet neighborhood close and convenient to Stanford/Palo Alto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

Tucked into a quiet neighborhood close to the university, restaurants and stores. The area is beautiful and lush. We enjoyed the charming cottage that was the space for perfect for the two of us. The accommodations were clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage

Great stay for a solo traveler. Cute garden setting with incredibly cute dogs as welcome committee. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Conference at Standford

Cute cottage in nice neighborhood with beautiful grounds.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stay in Menlo Park

I booked this cottage for my niece and fiancé who were visiting to attend the Dickens Faire. The cottage was very clean, comfortable, and centrally located for easy excursions to many Bay Area locations. It was a wonderful place to relax and recharge between activities. I would definitely rebook for any visiting family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heavenly

This is a cute little two room cabin, set amidst several beautiful small garden areas. Although over all on the small side, the rooms were completely adequate in space to effortlessly move around. Owners were there part of the time and were very helpful. Sitting in the garden with a champagne breakfast was heavenly.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint, Clean, Picturesque Gardens, Quiet Cottage

We were in town to see Coldplay at Stanford Stadium. The location of this cottage to Stanford is wonderful. The property managers were kind and easy to communicate with. The bed was very comfortable and nice sheets. I’m always concerned with the cleanliness of bathrooms and appreciated the updated shower with bench seat and large overhead showerhead. Menlo Park is a beautiful town and we enjoyed our long weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice spot!!

very cute cottage in the back garden of a home. beautiful landscaping and a fun group of pets. Tank and KitKat were my pals. Easy drive to SF or SJ via 280 and located near all mid-Peninsula highlights (Stanford, University Ave, Santa Cruz Ave) great hosts and beautiful place. I enjoyed my stay very much and will be back !
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Menlo Park Cottage

A lovely and very comfortable little cottage with a delightful garden! The renovations in the cottage were top notch, with high end appliances in the kitchen and modern and generous shower in the bath. An added, and most enjoyable, feature of this property was a door that opened directly onto a patio with a table and chairs to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. The roses in the garden were abundant and spectacular and visible from every window in the cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a great and cozy find

We had a marvelous stay and hope to go back again and again. This treehouse-on-the-ground is small and also capacious. My husband and I got along beautifully for 5 days in this well designed and beautifully appointed 500 square foot space! We were delighted to meet our hosts who took excellent care of us. The outdoor garden space made for lovely California living, and enhanced the sense of luxury. Quiet and green with a serene neighborhood vibe, we give the English Tudor cottage our highest rating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Garden Oasis

Loved our stay! We used this as a home base to move my daughter into her dorm - it's very conveniently located close to campus. Though it's in a quiet neighborhood, many amenities are nearby - a Safeway, many restaurants, and Stanford Shopping Center. The cottage itself is tucked behind the owner's home, but access is easy, and includes an adorable (very friendly) canine welcoming committee. If dogs aren't your thing, don't worry, these dogs won't bother you at all, but are happy to receive a tummy rub if you wish. The cottage itself was spotless, with a modern, well-supplied kitchen and bathroom. The queen-sized bed was very comfy, and nights were wonderfully quiet and peaceful, with lovely gardens and outside sitting areas around you. Though we didn't need it, there is A/C, as well as a washer and dryer, and TV with cable. The owners are super friendly if you need them, but the cottage feels very private if you don't. Ample street parking is available with little street traffic. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice lodging

Overall a lovely stay. The apt is clean and has a washer dryer. The bed is very soft (which I like) but you won't be happy if you need a hard bed. Washer dryer is great. Kitchen has some basic staples (salt, pepper etc). A few small downsides: To get into the property it's necessary to step over a metal 'fence' that keeps the dogs and cats off the street. I suppose it's possible to move but I didn't want to risk it because it looked like it would all tip over. It's a bit awkward and especially tough when carrying a suitcase. Difficult for anyone disabled. Also, during my stay the TV didn't work--kept freezing. The owners were away so it wasn't fixed, a downer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Joyce, thanks for your review. We can confirm the fence around the home can be easily moved if needed. Additionally, the owner is working diligently to resolve the issue with the TV. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again soon! Best, the Evolve Team

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