Our stay was particularly nice because Tom made us feel that he had really welcomed us into his home. My husband and I stayed there with our two adult children, and visited family in Palo Alto. Renting Tom's house, instead of hotel rooms, allowed us to spread out, hang out, and even play host. The house was just as advertised - roomy, clean and convenient, with an open, outdoorsy feel. We were particularly pleased with the flawless wifi. An unexpected boon was the outdoor hot tub, on a deck overlooking a wooded ravine. The location gave easy access to running/biking trails.