Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury Summary:This immaculately done-up Eichler home is truly a zen paradise. With ceiling-high glass doors, tasteful art pieces from around the world, and comfy, serene seating areas inside and out, you'll never want to leave!But if you do, you're in a convenient location, with easy access to major destinations like Stanford, g00Gl3, Tesla, VMWare, Meta, Palo Alto's bus...
Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury Summary:This immaculately done-up Eichler home is truly a zen paradise. With ceiling-high glass doors, tasteful art pieces from around the world, and comfy, serene seating areas inside and out, you'll never want to leave!But if you do, you're in a convenient location, with easy access to major destinations like Stanford, g00Gl3, Tesla, VMWare, Meta, Palo Alto's bustling downtown, plus highway 101 and El Camino Real.No cleaning fees or checkout chores.We look forward to hosting you.The Space:From the moment you enter the foyer, you'll experience the zen atmosphere of this wonderfully done-up Eichler home. (Joseph Eichler was a famed architect and builder of yesteryear, and many local homes boast his style. Many of the homes have been *very* nicely redone, including this one.)The owner has traveled worldwide, and his taste in artwork is displayed everywhere, with masks, paintings, murals, wall hangings, statues, and musical instruments lovingly perched throughout the home.The furniture in the living area is inspired by vintage Airstream trailers and marked by various glass and Buddha sculptures. The living area has sliding glass doors for easy access to the side yard, where you'll find a relaxing seating area.The dining area, which also has sliding glass doors, is centered on a large table, perfect for entertaining, and it adjoins the spacious kitchen.Off the kitchen is a family room with a TV.In the other part of the home are the three bedrooms. The main one has a comfy king-sized bed with a magnificent wood frame, and the attached bedroom has a glass-enclosed, tiled shower. There are sliding glass doors leading you to the backyard, with another seating and relaxing area.The other two bedrooms have queen-sized beds and -- you guessed it!! -- sliding glass doors again. (Note that the pictures were taken when the beds in these two bedrooms were only full-sized. We have replaced them with queen-sized beds and will update the pictures accordingly.)Regarding the art pieces, note that some of them are valuable and fragile, and the owner may put some of them out of the way, like the musical instruments. Families with kids, please note that the remaining pieces of artwork may be tempting play objects, so we ask that you keep an eye on your little ones.Guest Access:Guests have exclusive access to the entire property inside and out. The only exceptions are 1) a small locked bedroom in which the owner stores his things while traveling; 2) a locked closet in the main bedroom; 3) the armoire / liquor cabinet in the dining room. We have put notes on those areas. Note that the home is only avaiilable during the owner's (frequent!) travels, so generally you won't encounter him. Occasionally he pops into town and may need a few things from the locked room, but if that happens we'll coordinate with you well ahead of time to minimize any inconvenience.Other Things to Note:As you can see in the pictures, this home has many pieces of beautiful artwork, purchased by the owner during his many travels. Some of the pieces are valuable and fragile, and the owner may put some of them out of the way, like the musical instruments. Families with kids, please note that the remaining pieces of artwork may be tempting play objects, so we ask that you keep an eye on your little ones.The owner travels a lot, and the home is only available during his travels. When he's in town, he uses the home himself, so this Airbnb is only part-time. When he leaves, he stores most of his personal items in a locked room, and in a locked closet in the main bedroom, but you may still see some of his items, like suitcases or articles of clothing. If your preference in Airbnbs is homes that are 100% dedicated to hosting guests, without any owner possessions around, this may not be the place for you.Occasionally he pops back into town for a few days during his trips, and during those occasions, he may need to briefly enter the home to retrieve a few personal items. We will always coordinate with you about him enterting the home.Interaction with Guests:The home is only available during the owner's (frequent!) travels, so you won't interact with him. The property manager lives nearby and is always available if you have questions. You'll have complete privacy.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Desk
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Dryer
- Parking available
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Adults only : Adults only
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
Palo Alto
Midtown, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, is home to this holiday home. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Cantor Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include California's Great America and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. NASA Ames Research and NASA Ames Visitor Center are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Stanford University 6 min drive
- Stanford Shopping Center 7 min drive
- Stanford Stadium 7 min drive
- Palo Alto VA Hospital 8 min drive
- Stanford University Medical Center 10 min drive
Getting around
- California Ave Station 4 min drive
- Bayshore NASA Station 7 min drive
- San Carlos, CA (SQL) 13 min drive
Restaurants
- Starbucks 19 min walk
- Zareen's 4 min drive
- Palo Alto Cafe 8 min walk
- Joanie's Cafe 4 min drive
- Chef Zhao Kitchen 20 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Zen Meets Art, Art Meets Luxury located?
Located in Midtown, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Palo Alto Art Center and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Stanford University. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). California Ave Station is 26 minutes by foot.