Fantastic location within walking distance of downtown Palo Alto. Very easy street parking and local parks around the corner if you are travelling with children. Cottage is dated in decor but has everything you need and a great base for your trip be that locally or up to San Fran which we did a number of times. Virginia was very helpful and in contact regularly to check all was well, even providing a sewing kit when my son's cardigan had a hole. Would recommend a stay here if you want to cook and have more than a hotel room.