I had a wonderful stay at Maria's calming getaway in Palo Alto. She is an incredibly gracious host she made me fresh french press coffee in the morning, that I could sip near the lemon trees and fountain in the backyard. Her friendly dog welcomes you home with a wagging tail! The bedroom is very clean, there are fresh towels, and sheets, with cozy blankets. I was able to use her well equipped kitchen. Definitely a great place to stay if you are in Palo Alto.