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Private Studio Apartment with private entrance.
Michael’s airbnb was very convenient and had everything I needed for my stay. It’s within walking distance to restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, the Caltrain station, and the bus to Stanford campus. The neighborhood is also very quiet — perfect for getting rest. Would definitely recommend!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Hidden gem in Capitola, Ca! Very cool rental with plenty of space to chill, whether on the patio or the spacious living room. It was close to everything, restaurants, the beach and just minutes from Santa Cruz. The rental had everything for a comfortable stay (i.e. washer & dryer), fully stock kitchen, awesome bathrooms. I would definitely stay here again!

180° Oceanview Condo-Surfboards-Bikes
I highly recommend staying here. Its absolutely beautiful. Perfect location right across the street from Capitila Beach, Margaritaville, Zeldas and many more restaurants and shops. The studio is clean and very comfortable. Trust me you'll love this place! Thanks Evan

New 1-Bedroom apartment in Beautiful Santa Cruz
Our stay at Kimber and Mike's place was great- perfect space. My wife and I were checking out UC Santa Cruz with our daughter, and this apartment was a much better option than conjoined rooms in a hotel. When you close the bedroom door, the person(s) sleeping in the living room has their own half bath to use at night or in the morning without having to go into the master. The kitchenette was really nice to have as well. Feels recently renovated, sparkling clean, super-cozy. Quiet neighborhood, and everything's pretty close in Santa Cruz. Kimberly and Mike are excellent hosts- we'll be back for sure!

Luxury stay near Oakridge Mall for vacation/work
Our family stayed there for two days, it was really clean, although it was on the first floor, there was no smell!Very comfortable, very reassuring!

New 1bed 1 bath upstairs apartment/silicon valley
fantastic host, super responsive and easy to work with. would definitely stay with host again

2 BR/2 full bath Modern Santana Row Condo sleeps 6
Great location on Santana Row with cafes and restaurants within a short walk. We only used the kitchen for breakfast. It was suitable for other meals, too. The two BRs and two BAs were useful. Note that the 3rd bed is upstairs next to the master. We enjoyed relaxing on the couch and watching TV.

One Bedroom Studio Apartment
Maria Elena's studio apartment is perfect for two people. It is roomy and completely updated. The king size bed is comfortable and the mini-split heat/air conditioner is perfect for the changes in weather in San Jose. The neighborhood is peaceful, safe and walkable to a local grocery, coffee and restaurants. I recommend Maria Elena's apartment and will stay there again on my next trip to San Jose.
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Private parking Apt w/ patio in downtown San Jose
Great place to stay, close to Sharks Ice where we had a hockey tournament.

"Queens Palace" Studio Apt Business Ready-San Jose
Very safe, clean, quiet and comfortable room with private en-suite bathroom. Great location just a short drive to downtown Campbell or Los Gatos.

Downtown Mountain View | Castro St | 1BR/1BA APT
The location was perfect, and the space was modern, comfortable, and exactly as pictured. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout. I would absolutely recommend staying here anytime.

NEW! Sleek & Modern Bay Area Apartment w/ Patio!
Diana and Vic are the nicest hosts! We were welcomed with a gift bag and detailed instructions about the home. Very clean and cute home. The flowers outside are amazing and the side patio was very nice to relax. Lots to do in Fremont (even without a car) it’s a quick walk/bus/bart to some delicious food. lots of nearby hiking and the farm down the street is very cute too. We visit Fremont regularly and hopefully we can stay again our next visit! Highly recommended!!

Downtown Palo Alto 1 bedroom spacious apartment
This place is super close to Caltrain which made it very convenient. It’s very walkable to nearby shops, and we even rented e-bikes from the store a couple blocks away and found the area very bike-friendly. The train is pretty loud — I’m used to train sounds but it was louder than expected. Highly recommend bringing earplugs — I bought some on the second night and it was perfect after that. It is her primary residence so you’ll feel more like you’re staying at a friend’s house than at a curated Airbnb. Don’t book this expecting a hotel vibe — it’s someone’s house, so come ready to respect that.

Private Yard No Stairs! 1 bed unit @ Mid Palo Alto
i really enjoyed my stay, beautiful place

Apartment close to Stanford Faceb00k Fast internet
Nice clean space with all the amenities of home. We were very satisfied with out stay!

Santa Clara- 13 mins to Levi's Stadium (B1103)
Wonderful listing and unit as described. Very easy and comfortable. The walls of the building are quite thin so acoustics are not great, however if that is not a huge issue (I am from NYC so used to it!) then this is a great place.
Apartment rentals with a hot tub

Modern Cozy Apartment in Santa Clara
Clean and organized. Had everything I needed to cook which is very important to me. Will stay again next time I’m in town.

Menlo Park 2bd @ Sandhill nr Stanford - Pool, Gym
Joelle and Sandra showed what a true superhost is. They are very friendly and responsive. They really pay attention to details (which I would not elaborate so other guests can find out themselves) to make your stay better. It is a great listing (two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a great living area) and my family of four had a wonderful stay there. I felt like a local resident. This is something hotels will not be able to provide. Strongly recommend it if it is within your budget.

Deluxe Spa Suite-Ocean View-Allergy Friendly!
Beautiful place - we had the best time. Clean place. Walked to the beach every day and ate the restaurants. We will definitely stay here again !

Luxury Villa - Flora View - Ground Level -Seascape
Only one minor thing: the universal electric car charger is out or order. Not the host's fault. But be aware. (There is a Tesla charger in the garage that's working.)

Seascape Beach Resort condo with ocean view
Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay. Well equipped kitchen and it was fun to spend some time enjoying the view.

Cupertino Luxury Condo 2B+2B near Downtown
Great place and great location. Lawrence was a welcoming and helpful host.

Modern Luxe Apartment in Heart of Silicon Valley
Stayed here a few times and always seek out this host. The space is conveniently located to the mall and public transportation. The Airbnb is perfect size for a solo traveler or couple and has a very comfortable bed. The private patio is great for coffee in the mornings too. Highly recommend this place. the host also check-in to ensure your stay is wonderful. Will be back again!
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40 properties are a good fit for families
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30 properties allow pets
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