The host was extremely attentive and communicative in both making arrangements beforehand and resolving some issues during my stay.
As for the apartment itself..
The newly renovated kitchen is really nice; the rest of the place is very bare-bones. Much could be done to make the place more comfortable.
The host has some other properties in Palo Alto where I would consider staying in the future. I definitely recommend this host, but I will avoid this particular property for my future visits to Palo Alto.