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Beautiful and Private Modern Cottage Close to Silicon Valley
Brew French press coffee in the kitchenette and drink it in the dappled light of a quiet backyard patio. It's charming and airy inside this modern cottage. A bright sleeping loft overlooks a cozy living room, where a sofa and shag rug are arranged in front of a fireplace. This stand-alone structure offers privacy and serenity. Its stylish decor boasts clean lines and a colorful vibe. For extra guests, the sofa pulls out to a queen-sized bed. This is 750 square feet of newly renovated, high-ceilinged and airy space, including a living area, spa-like bathroom, electric fireplace, kitchenette, eating area, outdoor patio and spacious sleeping loft that overlooks the area below. There is a queen-sized pull-out couch in the living room, in addition to the queen bed in the loft, which is upstairs and includes a dressing area. New furnishings throughout. Guests can access the cottage through a separate entrance on the property, behind the main house. There will be a host in the area or in the main house to help you should anything arise during your stay. My two children sometimes play in the yard or basketball in the drive. There's a sweet and gentle dog, Penny, who lives on the premises - she might say hello and then leave you alone. The cottage is in the Mt. Carmel neighborhood, a peaceful setting in the flatlands of Redwood City. There are tree-lined streets, flowers, and friendly neighbors—perfect for walking, running, and biking. It's a half mile to bustling downtown Redwood City, walking distance to the nearest Caltrain stop and five miles to Palo Alto and other Silicon Valley companies. Easy access to Hwy 101 and 280, Stanford, San Francisco, and much of the Silicon Valley peninsula. The Caltrain is a 1/2 mile walk (or a few minutes drive) which takes you to San Francisco in as little as 35 minutes and San Jose in 30. We are 2 Caltrain stops from Palo Alto, 5 from Mountain View. Walk, bike or drive to downtown Redwood City, just .6 miles away. 30 minute drive to the top of Skyline Drive to get away from it all for a run, hike or drive through the wooded hills overlooking the Valley and the Pacific Ocean. Access the entire Bay Area from this central location - use it as a home base for day trips to Napa Valley, Sonoma, Monterey and Carmel. Kitchenette has an electronic coffee maker, french press, small convection oven/microwave, two burners, tea pot, sink and a mini-fridge. There is a European style clothes washer/dryer combo unit for small loads -- clothes may need to be hung/aired for a short time on a drying rack (provided) to become fully dry.
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Soak up the Serenity on the Patio of a Charming Cottage
Light the fire pit and dress for dinner in the vine-covered garden at a peaceful retreat with a soothing waterfall. Zen beachy decor and coastal paintings set the scene indoors, with abundant natural light enhancing easy open-plan living. Pets are welcome with a small cleaning fee of a $50 (one time fee) and additional pets $25 (one time fee). The main room is 12'x17'. Closet is 6 1/2' long. Bathroom 4'x5 1/2' + shower 3'3" x 3'3". kitchen 4 1/2' x 8". Simple breakfast served. Your own private entrance, plenty of parking on the street, nice neighborhood. We are available if you have any questions or need information on the area. 2 night minimum please. The cottage is tucked away off the street in a quiet, safe neighborhood where residents walk their dogs in pleasant weather. Nearby downtown Redwood City is home to shops and groceries and freeways and public transportation are within easy reach. There is a bus that runs at the corner of our block, it would take you to downtown Redwood City or travel down the El Camino Real. There is a train depot downtown as well. Pets - 2 small dogs in the main house, 2 outdoor cats.
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Private Cottage near Redwood City and San Carlos Downtowns
Quiet, private two-level garden cottage ideal for business travelers and visiting family. Gig+ high-speed Wi-Fi, workspace, central AC & heat, king-size bed, private entry (24/7), 50” 4K TV, fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, and guest-exclusive washer and dryer. Bedroom, living area, kitchen, bathroom, and dining / work space. Shared garden with BBQ, teak table and hot tub. Walkable to transit, downtown areas, and a popular breakfast café. Some train and light traffic noise.
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Private Garden Cottage
Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.
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A beautiful Tree house -your own retreat
This charming 2 bedrooms is nestled among the trees in beautiful Woodside, California. This town is 30 minutes from San Francisco and right behind Stanford University. Our tree house is a private, peaceful, modern and a very comfortable detached guest house. The house has a fully equip kitchen, BBQ and very peaceful settings, enjoy nature hikes and be surrounded by peaceful trees and yet just minutes away from town. If your days are not available try airbnb.com/h/woodsidebestplacetostay
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SkyHigh Redwoods Retreat with Bay Views
Inhale. Exhale. Relax in this cozy, romantic guesthouse retreat nestled in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the bay and conveniently located near the famous Alice’s Restaurant on Skyline Blvd in Woodside. The 1 acre gated property has ample parking and privacy. Snuggle in with the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the full size kitchen and take in the views of the majestic redwoods right outside the windows with bay views peeking through the trees.
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Modern guest house in great location
Private 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom with your own entrance. Highlights: • self-checkin with code on digital lock • free parking + additional free street parking • professional cleaning and sanitizing • king size bed with premium mattress and linens • located at end of cul-de-sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood • standing desk with monitor and docking station • high speed WiFi • 55” smart TV • Rainfall shower, bidet toilet with heated seat, heated towel rack, makeup mirror
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Silicon Valley Oasis
Experience elegance and comfort in our spacious, 500 sq ft studio cottage, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Newly built in a classic Craftsman style, it features wooden casement windows, a private garden with Adirondack chairs, and a fully-equipped kitchen with an Italian range. Enjoy a plush queen-sized bed, a cozy sectional for cinema-like experiences on a 65" TV with in-ceiling speakers, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi. Perfect for a luxurious and memorable stay.
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Delightful Hideaway in San Carlos
Fully equipped executive studio in the heart of Silicon Valley. This studio is ideal for accommodating executives, visiting doctors and nurses and other professions that might require long term stays. Visitors will enjoy the warm family-friendly environment and delightful garden setting. It is also well-suited for those on vacation who delight in visiting the nearby cities, as well as those who have families close by and want to have their own private spot.
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Charming Private Quiet Backyard Studio
This charming, sunny, secluded backyard studio is located in the heart of San Mateo, near public transportation, freeways, restaurants, shopping, and 15 minutes to SFO. Private entrance, quiet backyard setting, plenty of street parking. Less than a 5-min walk to Safeway, CVS, Starbucks and restaurants. * To my regular guests, the rate increase is due to SM County increasing the tax rate. *
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Clean&Cozy Cottage near downtown Burlingame & SFO
Our sunny backyard cottage, with outdoor private entry, is centrally located in Burlingame between Burlingame Avenue and Broadway and is a great spot suited to a business traveler in search of a home away from home while also being ideal for vacationers looking to live like a local, only miles from SF. Enjoy and unwind!
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Beautiful private guest studio
Clean, new construction guest studio with private entrance centrally located in a residential neighborhood near downtown Redwood City. Queen bed with full bathroom, A/C, and fridge/coffee/microwave. Small desk next to bed great for remote work or studies. Easy self check-in with smart lock and easy parking.
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Cozy bedroom in the heart of Silicon Valley
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Private Garden Cottage Belmont Hills*Pool*HotTub*
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Quiet , Private Studio / Cottage
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Rustic Cabin in the Redwoods
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Entire Guesthouse with Private Entrance
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Elegant Garden Studio w/ AC | Near SF/SFO/Beach
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Charming Studio
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Mt Carmel Cottage Charmer-Bright, Stylish & Clean
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Quiet wine country cottage sleeps 4 - Pet Friendly
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Berkeley Bitty House - a little bit of home
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Sunny Cottage in Redwood City
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Bungalow Guest House
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Detached Cozy Studio w/ private patio garden & BBQ
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Coastal Cottage Guest House
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Private and serene studio with full kitchen
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Quiet guesthouse near SJ airport with EV charger
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Mill ValleyTreehouse: MtTam Redwood Sauna ReTREEt
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Cottage near downtown Palo Alto
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Quaint Cottage Near Downtown Palo Alto
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Woodsy Silicon Valley Cottage
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Guest House in the Woods
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Stylish Spacious Seaside Retreat, Walking to Beach
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Secluded luxury cottage & hot tub
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Charming Studio Garden Cottage near Stanford
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When is the best time to visit San Mateo?
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| Avg. price | $133 SGD | $134 SGD | $147 SGD | $147 SGD | $147 SGD | $155 SGD | $160 SGD | $158 SGD | $156 SGD | $154 SGD | $152 SGD | $147 SGD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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