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Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden

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Peaceful and quiet backyard. Completely fenced.
Bright and light living room with sleeper sofa and arm chairs.
sunny new kitchen
lots of lighting at night
entry hall, desk and eating bar

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 488.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Redwood City, CA
  • Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Stanford University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master queen bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest bathroom

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

Master bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden

Owner managed. We strive to serve you and provide an attentive-yet private stay in our house. We are available 24/7. Inquire about splitting reservation cost into 2 or 3 payments. Level 1 EV Charger available.

Air conditioned, Mid Century Modern 2 Bedroom with 2 ensuite bathrooms, new HVAC system, large patio, lawn and garden. Discounts: 5%/ weekly; 20% / 30+ days.

The house is a perfect place to call home in the Bay Area. We deep clean and sanitize between guests. Our cottage is completely remodeled in a quiet neighborhood yet very close to S.F., hospitals, Universities and tech industry. Kitchen and bathrooms have heated floors and towel warmers. The primary bedroom has a new king bed and en-suite bathroom with no-threshold shower lit by Brazilian labradorite granite. Additional bedroom has new Queen bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over tub. Lovely private garden is completely fenced. We love animals with responsible humans.

Convenient to CalTrain, all freeways, Stanford, Menlo Park, & Palo Alto. Our home has been extensively renovated with alarm system, heat, aircon, and high-end kitchen appliances. There is a pantry/laundry shed off the kitchen with new W/D with sanitize settings and extra freezer/fridge. This house is perfect for healthcare workers, families with children, faculty, or finance and tech consultants. The two bedrooms are at opposite ends of the house, which works well for sharing the house with family and friends. The living room, dining room and kitchen in the center of the home. Bedrooms have medium firm, top quality, king and queen mattresses and organic linens. Both bathrooms have been remodeled. One with shower over tub, the other bathroom has a walk in, no threshold shower and lighted granite niche. Large, fenced, completely private lawn, garden and patio with South and West exposure. Perfect for watching the sunset. There is an outdoor shower and large soaking tub (AKA horse trough) with water that drains on fruit trees. Kids and pets welcome with their lovely owners. Off street parking for 4 cars right in front of house, and one lockable parking space behind front gate. Bring your charging cable for our lockable EV Level 1 charger. Inquire for code.

New fiber optic Internet connection and air purifier with Heppa filter. Security system.

Pet fee $25 per pet per day payable as an extra charge through VRBO.

Our neighborhood is friendly and mostly single family homes.Groceries and restaurants deliver food. Very convenient to local markets, Costco, Safeway, and many restaurants, wine bars, breweries, and bike trails.

Property manager

Joanie Gillispie

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child is under 14 yrs, crib + sheets available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$25 pet fee each/per day paid as additional charge
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house.
PLEASE: 1. 10PM noise curfew 2. Clean up your pet waste daily. 3. Check out instructions only if you have time on back of front door. Thank You!
WE LOVE YOUR PET BUT: Please USE pet waste bags and dispose in trash daily. Ask your pup NOT to dig in the garden.
2 air purifiers in case of smokey 'spare the air' days available.

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number 13000378

About the area

Redwood City

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in North Fair Oaks, a neighbourhood in Redwood City. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Fox Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stanford Theatre and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Nazareth Ice Oasis and Kepler's Books.
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Redwood City, CA

What's nearby

  • Stanford Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Stanford University - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Atherton Station - 4 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State Of Mind Public House and Pizzeria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cuco’s Burritos - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Honda Winery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tacos El Grullense - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brew Coffee - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Mid-Century Modern, 2bed/2bath Cottage w/ Lg Garden located?

This family-friendly Redwood City holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Nazareth Ice Oasis, Woodside Central Shopping Center and Bedwell Bayfront Park. Kepler's Books and Menlo College are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Another great stay!

Great location, super comfortable and well stocked house, and great hosts. Thanks again Joanie for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

nicole m.

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

Excellent spot for our needs

We needed to stay near Stanford for a few days for medical appointments. This house was nicely located and well-stocked with basic cookware, linens, soaps, etc. Clean and very comfortable with a gorgeous private backyard. It is nestled in an active neighborhood and not at all rural, so do be prepared for neighborhood sights and sounds during the day, but restful at night. We would stay here again for sure if the need arose, and our host was promptly communicative and very friendly! Thanks for helping make a stressful trip much less stressful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

We Keep Coming Back

This is a great location for our visits to family and friends in the Bay area. The house is clean and comfortable and our dogs love the yard.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Another great stay

I think this is my third or fourth stay in this lovely house. Joanie is great. Super responsive and very helpful. The house is comfortable and with perfect weather we enjoyed the backyard even more. Thank you again for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

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

Graduation

Great stay Beautiful rear outdoor living with fresh fruit trees House had great features and was stocked with everything you could need
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect retreat for family gathering

We came into town for a Stanford graduation, and this was a perfect place to gather in between our various graduation events. The home was clean and just like it looks in the pictures. I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasa M.

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

Wonderful stay

Came up to stay while helping family members with a move in the area. The house was a welcome retreat, and had everything I needed. The garden was especially nice, and very peaceful in the mornings and evenings. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen A.

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

Great place - nice yard

We had a great stay! Location was close to Stanford, which was important to us. Well kept, wonderful yard, and communication with Joanie was excellent. I would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Another visit with family

This location has become our 'home base' for visits with my wife's family. It's a great location, in a quiet neighborhood. Our dogs are very happy playing in the yard. We really appreciated the upgraded beds; they are super comfortable. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Visiting the Relatives

We thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay in early August of 2023, and hope to come back again. The location was perfect for our stay, located in the midst of many relatives. The yard is beautiful and our dogs were very comfortable in it. The house is clean, well maintained, and well furnished.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen and David S., Young Harris, Georgia

Delightful!

The cottage was delightful and the lemons made great lemonade!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darwin E.

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

1 week vacation

It was as advertised. Enjoyed the stay. Nice private backyard. Great kitchen supplies. Convenient location. Nice neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Clean and Cozy Cottage in Redwood City

This charming home is tastefully designed with modern amenities and thoughtfully stocked & equipped inside and outside. Cleanliness and location were our top requirements and this place exceeded our expectations. Beds (including the pull out couch) are very comfortable. The neighborhood is very quiet. The yard is private, peaceful, and is well manicured with mature fruit trees, and has nice patio furniture. The house is close to 101 freeway, grocery stores and many good restaurants. We found great authentic Mexican food within 0.5 mile. The host, Joanie, was very accommodating and responsive to messages. We had a very pleasant stay and definitely will be renting it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Indian Head Park, Illinois, Chicago suburb

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

Ten minutes to Stanford Hospital

We stayed at this cozy home for one month while family member was treated at Stanford. It is an easy 10 minute drive on El Camino Real to the campus. This home is extremely clean, and has a beautiful new kitchen and baths. The owner is extremely kind and committed to making your stay comfortable. Since we stayed for a month we were able to hire her maid to clean and arrived after a long day at Stanford to a spotless home. Thank you Joanie for making our stay memorable for us.
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Super Cute & Great Location

Staying at this house in Redwood City was the best for my husband and I, dogs and in-laws. The house was adorable and cozy. The dogs loved the back yard. The location was perfect for our needs and safe to run around the neighborhood. I loved the fact that there was a lemon tree, plum tree, comfy patio furniture and everything we needed. Communication with the owner was quick and responsive. Their kind neighbor provided excellent dining recommendations. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Boston, USA

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

Great location!

What a wonderful house and fabulous location for us and for our visit with our son, daughter and new grandson (4 blocks away from our son’s house). We felt really well taken care of in that Joanne left us coffee and breakfast items for our arrival seeing we were arriving after a very long day of driving across country to see our grandson. We also really appreciated having toiletries in the shower and the use of the washing machine/dryer. Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kara N.

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

Perfect!

We stayed at Joanie's property following my dad's bone marrow transplant. He was able to have his own personal space in the house as well as in the backyard which was also private. Access to the house was extremely simple and the house had everything that we needed! The laundry was efficient and fast and there is even a drying rack if you like to hang your clothes instead of putting them in the dryer. The beds were extremely comfortable and the showers were wonderful as well. The kitchen had all of the items that we needed to make meals since we aren't able to do restaurants following the transplant. I loved the neighborhood and if you are a runner it is a very short distance to get to The Bay trail. There is also a very cool market about a half a mile away. Overall, I would highly recommend this property if you are looking for a place to stay near Stanford or just simply in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

City oasis.

This home fit our needs perfectly. Beautiful home with an oasis of a back yard. We drove down from MT in our 31 ft RV and wanted a break and have a little more room to stretch out. It had perfect spot for our RV to park. Markets and restaurants within walking distance. Lots of good communication with Joanie, she was very helpful. We attended 2 concerts at Shoreline and this home was close and convenient. Our dogs loved the yard as did we. We hope to come stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

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

Pet Friendly and EASY drive to Stanford Hospital

Joanie was fantastic in communications from booking her property to checking out. She went ABOVE and BEYOND of any VRBO host I have dealt with. We travel alot and only use VRBO's. This home is layed out nice for two couples. Bedroom and baths on opposite ends of house. Parking for 3-4 cars if need be. Home is quaint, clean and very comfortable to be in. The backyard was perfect for our mini bernie doodle. Lush, Private and peaceful. Very close to Stanford which was our reason for staying here. I would give more than 5 but 5 is our max on this page.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

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

Even better than photos and description

We had a 'staycation' here over the July 4 holiday, because our neighborhood in a nearby city is like a war zone with fireworks going off right outside in all directions. This property was so lovely and well appointed, the quality of everything exceeded all expectations. We literally went nowhere during our stay and enjoyed most of our time in the yard while my very elderly dog napped on the grass. It was wonderful to simply 'be' and relax and not have to worry about anything. Groceries and takeout and even an emergency vet ( not needed ) are conveniently nearby, our stay couldn't have been simpler. Check in and communication were great, too. I'd definitely recommend this lovely home to friends and family. If need be we'll be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M., Redwood City, CA

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

Cute Cozy Cottage

My family (including 2 dogs) needed a place to stay last-minute due to unforeseeable circumstances. Joanie graciously made her cottage available to us the next day well before the regular check-in time. We were pretty stressed out by our situation, but the cottage put us at ease. It was so cute, cozy, inviting, and accommodating. Joanie made sure it had everything we needed and then some. She was the best host and really made us feel like somebody cared. We loved eating, lounging, and playing in the backyard. And enjoyed all of the fantastic upgrades inside. It’s in an older section of Redwood City, and the neighbors were very friendly. I would highly recommend this great little getaway. Thanks again for everything, Joanie!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne S.

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

Wonderful Home, Convenient & Comfy!

We enjoyed staying at this pleasant & well-located home so much! We stayed 73 days, as my husband was recovering from a transplant. Situated a few miles from Stanford & Kaiser, location was ideal. The neighborhood is bucolic yet bustling, plenty of trees to provide shade for strolls. Home itself is very comfy! Nicely laid out, 2 separate bedrooms & attached bathrooms. Our bedroom had walk-in closet with plenty of storage. Beds were extremely comfortable, lots of bedding options.Bathrooms are spacious & had everything we needed in toiletries. Luxuries: towel warmer, heated floors & excellent water pressure. Kitchen has very nice appliances that function well, quality knives & cookware, plenty of options for coffee/tea. My husband especially appreciated the fireplace insert w/remote. Wi-Fi worked well, TV worked great using our streaming services. Son appreciated the spacious desk in his room as he worked remotely. Windows offer pretty views, lots of birds & squirrels to see. Yards are gorgeous with orange, lemon & kaffir lime trees. Fun to watch hummingbirds at the feeder. Seating options-2 dining/picnic tables, chaises, cushioned chairs. Loved taking trips to nearby places-Half Moon Bay, San Gregorio, Hiller Aviation Museum & Menlo Park for shopping/dining. What we appreciated most about our stay was the kindness & consideration of the hosts, who made special arrangements for a deep cleaning before arrival. They checked on us via text periodically & were warm & attentive! 💞
Stayed 73 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris l.

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

Absolutely charming, and comfortable.

Spacious, clean & modern inside.The yard is idyllic, with flowers & fruit trees.100% Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Lovely stay

Property was as written. Lots of little extras. It felt like staying a relatives house. Pretty well stocked, comfy, and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah K.

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

Perfect home

The renter was responsive and helpful. We were able to stay here while my daughter recuperated from surgery at Stanford. A lovely little home with a quiet neighborhood, flourishing back yard, cute kitchen, and comfortable living rooms and bedrooms. If we’re ever back this way, I’ll definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joanie Gillispie

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My husband and I have been remodeling homes for 40 years while we raised a large family. We are excited to share our home with you. When you stay - we get to travel!

Why they chose this property

Our house is a gem, situated in a wonderful neighborhood near many sights and activities. The setting fosters an easy and beautiful ambiance. The backyard is a wonderful place to relax with friends, after work or sightseeing.

What makes this property unique

The North Fair Oaks area of Redwood City is part of the historical orchards San Mateo County and we have an amazing 20 foot lemon tree that bears fruit and flowers all year. We have orange, plum, and fig trees too. Our "green" hot tub is actually a very comfy horse trough that is filled per use and then drained on the fruit trees in the garden.