The Carob Grove – East | Midtown Palo Alto

Entire home in Palo Alto, California

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Mei
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

In Midtown Palo Alto, near Cal Ave

Walkable to California Ave cafés, groceries, and restaurants, with easy access to Stanford University and Stanford Hospital

Private backyard and parking

A private backyard with outdoor seating, in-unit laundry, and driveway parking for a self-sufficient stay

Mei goes above and beyond

Guests highlight Mei's responsiveness and thoughtfulness, especially for longer stays near Stanford
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Named for the carob tree that greets you at the street front, this home offers a calm, walkable setting in Midtown Palo Alto. The light-filled single-level 2BR/2BA layout includes a full kitchen, dedicated workspace, private backyard, in-unit laundry, and assigned parking.

Steps from California Ave shops and dining, with easy access to Stanford University and Stanford Hospital—ideal for longer stays, visiting professionals, and families seeking comfort and routine.

The space
Welcome to The Carob Grove – East, a quiet, thoughtfully furnished two-bedroom, two-bath home designed for comfortable longer stays in the heart of Midtown Palo Alto.

Set on a peaceful residential street just moments from the California Avenue corridor, this single-level residence offers the ease of everyday living with walkable access to cafés, groceries, and neighborhood restaurants—no car required for daily errands.

Inside, the space is bright and uncluttered, with a practical layout that supports real life rather than short-term turnover. The full kitchen is well equipped for daily cooking, the living area is comfortable and calm, and a dedicated desk workspace makes remote work or study easy. Both bedrooms are arranged for rest and privacy, and two full bathrooms provide flexibility for families, colleagues, or caregivers sharing the space.

A private backyard extends the living area outdoors—ideal for quiet mornings, fresh air, or unwinding at the end of the day. Guests also enjoy in-unit laundry and assigned off-street parking, making longer stays simple and self-sufficient.

The location is especially well suited for guests visiting Stanford University or Stanford Hospital, whether for academic programs, professional work, or extended medical care. Bike-friendly streets, nearby transit, and a calm neighborhood atmosphere make this a steady, reassuring home base.

Best suited for: visiting faculty and researchers, patients and families connected to Stanford, small groups seeking a quiet, well-located Palo Alto stay.

PET POLICY

Our goal is to provide a fresh, smoke-free, and comfortable environment for every guest. For this reason, the home is generally kept pet-free.

In select cases, pets may be approved (with prior disclosure and host approval). A flat fee applies to approved pets and helps offset additional cleaning, sanitation, and potential wear. All pets must be disclosed at the time of booking.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 2 spaces
Pets allowed

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 23 reviews.

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This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
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  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Palo Alto, California, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
774 reviews
4.91 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
My work: World Traveler
Favorite song in high school: Yesterday once more
I love travel around the world. AirBnB makes me feel at my own home wherever I travel to. I want to thank back to the AirBnB community by offering my homes at the comfort & high quality of how I exactly would enjoy them.

Mei is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

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