Looking for a relaxing retreat in Silicon Valley ? Great location for attending Stanford University sporting events? This home is located on a quiet culdesac 2 miles from the village of Los Altos and easy access to major highways ( 280/ 85 / 237). It is in close proximity to tech companies and Stanford University and Hospitals. The home sits on a mountain view acre with security fenced swimming pool with built- in spa. Our house provides an open concept kitchen and family room. The living and dining rooms are combined. There is a wet bar that opens to the backyard. Hiking trails abut the property. The mature landscaping gives the yard a park like feel. The kitchen features a granite pub table with seating for eight. Large windows through out the home take advantage of the yard's beautiful landscape and views. The home has been totally remodeled to give it charm and functionality. There are 4 bedrooms and 2 and a half bathrooms. The master bedroom has a california king bed and there are two bedrooms with queen beds and another with a sofa bed. The master suite includes an air tub for two, marble shower, double vanities and a separate terrace with fire pit for enjoying the beautiful evenings. The patio areas have comfortable outdoor seating. Ours is a no smoking property. We are not zoned for corporate events or large groups. This is our main residence, our home. We thank you for considering our place for your Bay Area visit. Please let us know if you have any concerns or questions to help make our home a match for your stay.
Property manager
Carol Winters
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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
About the area
Los Altos
Los Altos Hills, a neighbourhood in Los Altos, is home to this villa. Winchester Mystery House is a notable landmark, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Santana Row Shopping Center and Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall. Travelling with kids? Make time for California's Great America, or head to an event or a match at Levi's Stadium.
Los altos hills, CA
What's nearby
Palo Alto VA Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
Stanford University - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
Stanford Shopping Center - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
Stanford Stadium - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
California Ave Station - 12 min drive
Middlefield Station - 12 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
State Street Market - 5 min drive
Satura Cakes - 5 min drive
State of Mind Public House & Pizzeria - 5 min drive
Los Altos Grill - 5 min drive
Bluestone Lane Los Altos Café - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Los Altos Hills Villa have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Los Altos Hills Villa pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Los Altos Hills Villa?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Los Altos Hills Villa?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Los Altos Hills Villa located?
This family-friendly Los Altos villa is located in Los Altos Hills, within 3 mi (5 km) of Foothill College and Los Altos History Museum. NASA Ames Visitor Center and San Antonio Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had such a great stay here. The property was amazing, the pool was so lovely, the house was wonderful and the yard was perfect. I would highly recommend staying here and we hope to be back in the future.
Carol’s house is located in a very nice quiet neighborhood minutes from the cute downtown Los Altos with restaurants and shops. The landscaping is beautiful and the pool is very nice. The house is big, comfortable, clean, and has everything you need and more. Communication with the owner was very easy. We had a wonderful stay! Thank you, Carol, for sharing your home with us.
We cannot rave enough about our stay at this beautiful home! The house has a beautiful interior and spacious kitchen for gathering. But it’s the grounds — from the pool to the gardens to the view — that make this place so special. The owner was responsive throughout the entire process from reservation to check out. Five is not enough stars!
We had a wonderful time at Carol’s property. We stayed initially for 5 days and then another 4 after our return from Hawaii. We absolutely loved it and Carol was available to us for any query we had. A beautifully presented and pristine property with everything we needed for a very relaxing vacation. The pool is superb and our kids and my wife loved the diving board - not something you see all that often these days. The pool, garden and house are maintained to perfection and we hope to return again very soon.
This house was absolutely perfect for us to use a home base for my sons wedding. There is as plenty of space and lots of areas to move around in. The backyard and views were stunning. In fact the view from the master bedroom window looked like a piece of art! Communication with host was excellent.
The hosts and property were both fantastic. The house is very comfortable, and the property is even more beautiful than the pictures. The pool was perfect. The home was fully equipped with everything we need, and the hosts were readily available. We have two little kids under three, and they had a ball. Great get away for the family.
Such a beautiful property to unwind during a weekend getaway! The yard is so spacious, with plenty of room to relax, go for a swim, dine outside and enjoy a BBQ. The house also has all the amenities you need. Really enjoyed the excellent communication with the owners, who were very generous regarding check in and check out times. I will be recommending to friends, and look forward to coming back !
The house is very comfortable. The decor and furnishings are well maintained. The backyard and the view of the surrounding hills are very pretty. The location is private and quiet but close to services.
The house is located is the exclusive suburb of Los Altos Hills with a breathtaking yard that is impeccably maintained. The home was well amenitized and the owner was very pleasant/helpful at all times. Supplies were abundant and the owner was generous in allowing us to use many of the items typically not available to tenants in a rental property. The salt water pool was incredible, heated to 80 degrees at all times-- with a vigilant pool guy who kept it clean weekly. We stayed for a month, and the owner provided weekly cleaning from a housekeeper who has been with the family for over thirty years. If I could have another grandmother, I would pick their housekeeper, Daisy. This home was the cornerstone for one of the best family vacations we have ever had. Many thanks to the Winters family for making it so special!
My husband, our golden retriever and I stayed at this lovely home for four nights. The owners are gracious, and the home is extremely comfortable. We moved from the Bay Area last year, and took this opportunity to visit with several different friends. We cooked some great meals, and took advantage of the multiple seating areas for al fresco dining and sipping wine.
The view of the property and hills beyond from the master suite are breathtaking. We will definitely return!
If you have to be in Palo Alto area, this house is the place. It is a wonderful property. I will be back.
gustavo antonio m.
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
15 Apr 2019
Oasis
Family home nestled in the hills..
Loveky yard and close to many great hikes.
Very comfortable and relaxing spot to stay in busy Silicon Valley.
Beth W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
ravi t., Fremont
6 Mar 2019
Awesome Place to stay !
Carol is a great host - house is beautiful and she is very accommodating . 5 Star experience and would recommend to anyone coming to bay area .
ravi t.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Pat K., Nashua
25 Sept 2018
The home was beautiful and very roomy for our 6 adults and baby.
We loved the views, pool, all the balconies and quiet location. Kitchen was fun to make breakfast and had all the fixings for cooking. Loved the downtown area with great bagel shop and bakery. Close to highway and lots of space for walking and running. Must like hills. LOL
Pat K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 Sept 2018
Amazing! Beautiful house
Lovely house in an amazing setting. A real family house with everything you need.
Verified traveller
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Rachael K.
11 Aug 2018
Gorgeous Location and very relaxing
We absolutely loved staying in this home! We were in the Los Altos area for a wedding and this home was a perfect location to attend all the wedding festivities. The home is very close to Stanford University and ample shopping.
It is tucked away and feels like you are in your own private world. We thoroughly enjoyed the backyard! We sat out on the patio for breakfast and the kids enjoyed the pool from sun up to sun down! We fit comfortably with 8 people, the house was clean and well maintained. The owners are lovely and provided everything we needed for our stay. I highly recommend staying here!
Rachael K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Malia C.
22 June 2018
Wonderful long weekend with family
Our family attended a graduation at Stanford. The location is convenient and just a few minutes to Stanford. The house had every thing we needed for a fun and relaxing weekend. The park-like backyard, pool and outdoor dining areas allowed us to get outside to enjoy the sun and perfect weather.
Malia C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Judy V.
31 May 2018
A great place to stay
Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa. It was amazing! Super spacious with lots of room to relax. We got to use the pool and enjoyed the backyard with some of the backyard games. The area is very peaceful and area was close to our wedding venue. The hosts, Carol and Dan, are really responsive and made sure we enjoyed our time at their place. We really appreciate their hospitality.
Judy V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Danelle V., Santa Rosa
14 Sept 2017
Beautiful, spacious home with a large, lovely, peaceful backyard. Loved it here!
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home the weekend of our daughter's wedding. It was the perfect space for our family, and provided a variety of areas, especially in the large, serene backyard, to relax and recharge. There was ample space, it was clean and comfortable, well stocked, and a beautiful home. We had plenty of room for the bride and bridesmaids to get dressed and have breakfast the morning of the wedding, and the backyard provided a beautiful setting for the photographer to take some lovely pictures of the bridal party. The home provided much needed serenity in between our nearby festivities. And, the quiet, relaxing backyard was a welcome respite for us to enjoy with the groom's family the day after the wedding, who were visiting from Florida while the worry of Hurricane Irma was raging through their community. Thank you to our host family for sharing your beautiful home and property with us! It will be a lifetime memory for our family!
Danelle V.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Eric L., Riverside, CT
29 Aug 2017
Great property
We were very happy with our stay here. Los Altos Hills is a quiet residential neighborhood with easy access to the I-280 freeway, and is centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit. Stanford is ~10-15 minutes away and San Francisco is about an hour away. Or if you stay close by, the town of Los Altos is actually quiet nice as well. My kids loved the pool, which was heated to a nice temperature during our stay. And the hosts were responsive on email to all of our questions. We would definitely stay here again ourselves, or recommend to other families looking for a good home base in the Silicon Valley area.
Eric L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Livia L.
12 June 2017
Great
We loved the house! Everything was perfect. Would stay again if returning to the area. Thanks for everything Carol!
Livia L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sally M.
25 May 2017
Slice of California Heaven
We enjoyed our week at the house in Los Altos Hills to the max! Perfect slice of California heaven for our family vacation. Great location, great amenities, owners very considerate and responsive.
Sally M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
nicole s.
18 Oct 2016
Wonderful Home
We had the lovely experience of staying at this beautiful home this October for a work trip. The home was in a great location with all of the amenities that we could have asked for. No issues with anything and we would stay there again in a heart beat.
Thank you again!!!!
nicole s.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Laura E., NRH, USA
4 Oct 2016
Very impressive property
This property was very impressive, had all the amenities that we needed. Owner left good instructions to the property and contact information. The veiw from back yard is beautiful. Heated pool. Very well equipped with toiletries.