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Charming Home in the Heart of Silicon Valley

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Overview
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
8 guests
3 nights minimum 
Holiday Rental House
My house, conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is immersed in the greenery of its lush garden with pool. Enjoy its unique whimsical, welcoming atmosphere and feel at home while experiencing a resort-like life style. This is a 2,300 sq ft single family home that sleeps 8+. In master bedroom you will find a comfortable king size bed, a desk and fireplace. The bathroom, newly remodeled and faux-finished, has a large glass shower stall and lots of cabinets. Walk-in closet is spacious and organized. All other rooms are equipped with comfortable queen size beds, desks, shelves. Second bathroom, also newly remodeled and faux-finished, has bathtub shower. There is also a bright extra room which can be used as office or family room. The great kitchen sports granite counter tops, ...My house, conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is immersed in the greenery of its lush garden with pool. Enjoy its unique whimsical, welcoming atmosphere and feel at home while experiencing a resort-like life style. This is a 2,300 sq ft single family home that sleeps 8+. In master bedroom you will find a comfortable king size bed, a desk and fireplace. The bathroom, newly remodeled and faux-finished, has a large glass shower stall and lots of cabinets. Walk-in closet is spacious and organized. All other rooms are equipped with comfortable queen size beds, desks, shelves. Second bathroom, also newly remodeled and faux-finished, has bathtub shower. There is also a bright extra room which can be used as office or family room. The great kitchen sports granite counter tops, Viking range, island, two sinks and two ovens. Eating area with table for 10 right outside the kitchen in beautifully landscaped backyard. There are many fruit trees, aromatic herbs and seasonal vegetables growing in the 3 raised beds. Dining room accommodates 8 to 10 people sitting at the table. 
Living Room has a TV with DVD player and a wood burning fireplace. There is wireless internet access. Large desk with printer. I am a chef and I also offer delicious, healthy and affordable meals upon request: breakfast, lunch or dinner (mostly Italian-style-flavored with home-grown herbs and vegetables.)
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Quiet times after 10.30pm. No smoking. No pets, drugs, illegal activities, car washing/detailing, moving furniture. No parties exceeding number of registered guests without Host's permission. Fees/security deposit increase apply. Children are counted as guests, unless otherwise specifically agreed. House/pool not outfitted for toddlers and babies but access to pool can be blocked. Stays of 1 week +: extra utility fee of $40-60 per week. Stays of 10days+: extra cleaning required.
Bedrooms
1 Super King3 Kings2 Singles1 Cot
Bathrooms
2 Full baths

Meet the host
Nelly C
Hosting since March 2014
Languages spoken: English, French, Italian, Portuguese
Response Rate: 25%
Response Time: Within a few hours

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Sigtryggur K
Sigtryggur K
Mountain View, CA1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great house in a nice neighborhood with a wonderful host
We had a wonderful stay at Nelly's home and Nelly is a great host. The house is really nice and family-friendly. The kitchen is large and has anything you might ever need; perfect for anyone who likes to cook. Probably the best feature of the house though is the outside area in the backyard. It is a great place to sit, eat, splash in the pool and just enjoy the wonderful weather. Definitely recommended.
Visited March 2015 Travelled with family
Written 16 April 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Trail287004
Trail287004
It was my pleasure to meet and host this wonderful family. They were very respectful of the property and friendly. I was invited to partake in one of their dinners at home and it was a great opportunity to taste each other's specialties and to know a bit of each other's culture. Great experience!
Written 17 April 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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What this rental offers
Nearby
  • Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
  • Golf course (within 15 min walk)
  • Hiking areas
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Television
Bathroom and laundry
  • Dryer
  • Iron
  • Linens provided
  • Towels provided
  • Washer
Location info
  • City getaway
Indoor amenities
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Internet access
Outdoor amenities
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
Things to do
  • Cycling areas
Parking
  • Parking available
Kitchen and dining
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Cooker
  • Toaster

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About the neighbourhood
The house is conveniently located close to great malls (such as Stanford Shopping Center, San Antonio Shopping Center and Valley Fair), major Silicon Valley high tech companies, Stanford, and other local colleges. Train station a few minutes away. Bus stop around the corner. 
San Francisco is reachable in 40 minutes with scenic highway 280. 
Highway 101 and 85 are also close by, but not enough to hear the traffic. The ocean (Half Moon Bay, Santa Cruz) in about 30/40 minutes. There are a total of 2 airports (San Francisco and San Jose) within 30 miles of Los Altos and a total of 8 Amtrak train stations within 30 miles of the city center. Los Altos is a quaint village with excellent restaurants and bars. Downtown Mountain View is down the street with its variety of ethnic restaurants and interesting stores. The neighborhood is green and safe with lots of parks. 
In the immediate area there are many beautiful biking and hiking trails and walks in the wetlands by the bay. From the top of the close-by hills one can admire the breathtaking panorama of the San Francisco Bay Area. 
The climate of Los Altos is the best. Mild, not humid, sunny almost year-round.
Access
Car advised
Activities nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)

Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 5 pm Check out by 11 am
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed

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