Set in San Mateo County, California, Atherton is claimed to be the most expensive city to live in, and it’s a place that’s absolutely worth a visit for a couple of days. Take your kids to Holbrook Palmer Park or plan a July to August visit to catch the annual Music@Menlo Chamber Music Festival. If you stay in Atherton, you can also easily access attractions such as Bear Gulch Reservoir and Huddart Park in Woodside and Pulgas Ridge Preserve in Redwood City. Enjoy a visit to Atherton and rest in comfort in any of these best Airbnb vacation rentals in Atherton, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. A Sillicon Valley home (from USD 95)
Nestled in the residential neighborhood of Redwood City, this Sillicon Valley home offers an unforgettable stay in Atherton. The best thing about this accommodation is its beautiful backyard that has a koi pond, a dozen fruit trees, redwood trees and sitting areas where you can sit back, relax and just absorb the beauty of everything that surrounds you. Facilities that you can enjoy include a bedroom, a private bathroom and a kitchen with all its facilities. Grocery stores, restaurants and shops are just down the street. You can get to Palo Alto within 10 minutes by car, and 30 minutes to San Francisco.
Redwood City, California, United States
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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gorgeous garden private/comfortable sleeping space and a hot tubthe room was comfortable with wi-fi a desk some nice books to read and everything i neededexcellent for business travel as the room is equipped with wifi and a nice deskthe place is very clean and the wifi was excellentit was nice having my own private bathroom as wellCleanliness:
clean comfortable and quiet accommodationsthe room was clean and comfyit is clean convenient and beautifulcomfortable clean bedroom and bathroomexactly as described clean private quiet and pleasantHost:
david was a great hostdavid is a great hostdavid is a great hostdavid was very accommodating and extended every kindnessawesome and super friendly hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for my workperfect location near for my worksuper quiet and great locationlocation is great as welldavid's place is really well located
2. A cozy studio in a quiet area
Situated in the hills of Redwood City, this studio offers tranquility to its guests. Featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, the studio with private entrance is perfect for two persons. Feel at home with all the facilities available. In the morning, enjoy a leisure walk in the Edgewood Park, where you can also come face to face with the deers that roam freely in the neighborhood.
Emerald Hills, California, United States
8.85 km (5.5 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkAccommodates: 2
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like a little boutique hotel room with lovely amenities such as drinks coffee snacks iron and hairdryeri would have enjoyed the beautiful patio for breakfast/coffee if it was in better weatherexcellent wifi and quiet area for business and pleasurebeautiful garden unexpected snacks and breakfast drinks (vitamin drinks/coconut water/coffee/tea)the bathroom sink adds a little flare and funCleanliness:
very clean and tidy placecozy super clean and convenientit was super clean and neatnice place very clean and comfortablebeautiful clean place in a quiet neighborhoodHost:
maria was a wonderful hostmaria was an amazing hostmaria is a great hostwonderful host who would often check up and make sure that our stay is satisfiedmaria was a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location in the hillssuper close to the highwaythe location was awesomesuper nice and cute placeit is located in a nice and quiet neighborhood and is close to great food places
3. A room with a garden view (from USD 28)
Wake up in the morning to the beautiful view of a garden with a lot of lush trees, who doesn’t want that? That is basically what you will get if you book this accommodation. The private room is located in a house that was built in 1948. Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Menlo Park, the house also offers a bathroom, a kitchen, a family room, a dining/living room and a patio, among other facilities. Make sure to visit the Standford University, which is the closest attraction to the accommodation.
Menlo Park, California, United States
2.74 km (1.8 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkAccommodates: 2
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the bed and provided heater allowed for a good nights sleepi loved the room the view to the garden and the decorthe room was lovely and so were the amenitiesanother comfortable time at chez anneleneannelene has kept her place very cozy and cleanCleanliness:
very clean in fact spotlessvery clean and comfortablesuper cleanplace was super clean and in orderthe place was very cleanHost:
the host is really nice and welcominggreat host and warm atmosphereshe is a great host always ready to help and very responsivegreat and warm hostextremely thoughtful and kind hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and value for northern cavery comfortable and a really good locationthe house is located at a quiet nice neighborhoodvery nice place quiet location beautiful yardthe neighborhood is nice and quiet
4. A cottage studio in garden setting
A sweet escape can be found in this cottage studio that is surrounded by a beautiful garden to make you feel refreshed and relaxed at anytime of the day. The cottage offers a queen bedroom that is excellent for two guests. Feel fresh after a shower in the European style bathroom after a long day exploring Atherton. Feel free to access the kitchen, the porch and the backyard. Treat yourself to coffee, tea and cream. Have a pleasant stroll at the Menlo Park when you have the time.
Menlo Park, California, United States
2.46 km (1.6 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkAccommodates: 3
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compact bath and a deck with a table and chairs to enjoy the lovey gardenthis cottage is comfortable and quietprovided basic amenities for a business traveller like wifi kitchen table to work and comfortable bedvery cute and comfortable cottage in the back of a house in a quiet tree-lined neighborhoodvery nice shower comfortable bed and coffee and tea for the morningCleanliness:
everything was very cleanit is clean and quietclean functional european-style bathroomwas a super clean and comfortable spacefantastic place: everything as described - clean practical but with personal touchHost:
lily is a gracious hostlily and dov were very sweet attentive hostslovely hosts home away from homelily is a wonderful host and we loved staying therethe host family is very nice tooRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectwalking distance to a cute mexican place starbucks and a neighborhood marketthe neighborhood is lovely and walking distance to downtown menlo parkthe location is great as we have day-time events at redwood citygreat location and the cottage is super cute/warm/quiet
5. A private room in a guest suite (from USD 139)
Situated in the most beautiful and quiet part of Woodside residential area, the guest suite offers a room with the amazing view of the one-acre garden. Feel fresh as soon as you open your eyes as you look at the garden. In addition to a private room, guest will also enjoy a private bathroom. Moreover, have fun in the pool or hot tub at the yard. Free internet and cable TV are also available to keep you entertained. The guest suite is also convenient for Bay area travel for its ideal location.
Woodside, California, United States
8.14 km (5.1 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkAccommodates: 2
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the king bed is fantastic and the brilliant tiles are wonderfulteresa was very responsive regarding heater adjustmentteresa leaves water coffee and tea in the room which is greatthe pool and jacuzzi were nice bonus amenitieswonderful small room and bath with private entrance in a beautiful area minutes from stanford and menlo parkCleanliness:
nice clean room with charmalways clean and very convenientcomfortable bed with soft clean towelsthe room is comfortable and cleanit was very quiet and cleanHost:
she was also very responsiveteresa is a great hostteresa is a gracious host and is extremely responsiveness to requeststeresa is a great host and an excellent communicatorteresa and sam were wonderful hosts and we couldn’t have asked for a better escapeRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a great location for anyone visiting this areagreat location very clean and close enough to restaurant'swonderful spot tucked away close to the interstategreat location wonderful grounds and an amazing little hobbit housegreat location and pool & hot tube
6. A warm guesthouse for two (from USD 225)
Enjoy warmth and total privacy by staying at this guesthouse that has its own private entrance. The guesthouse features tile floors, vaulted ceilings and sliding doors that lead to a large patio and gardens, your perfect spot for relaxation. The guesthouse itself comes with a bedroom for two guests. Guests can also enjoy full access to the fully fitted kitchen as well as the living area and separate bath with shower. When you need to relax, curl up on the sofa and turn on the satellite TV. The location of the house itself is convenient, providing you easy access to reach the Standford University, San Francisco and Palo Alto.
Atherton, California, United States
3.25 km (2.1 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkAccommodates: 2
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amenities where excellent and bed was dreamy would stay again anytime thank you stephanielove the big dining table and super relax sofas fully equipped kitchenit's a pool cottage that's nicer than my housevery comfortable bed with a wide range of blankets and pillowsthe property and space are immaculate well decorated and very comfortableCleanliness:
sparkling clean marble floorsvery clean spacious and quietclean quiet beautiful comfortable prompt communicationthe place was very clean and well keptsuper private clean and adorable insideHost:
stephanie is a great hoststephanie is the best hoststephanie was very responsive and accommodatingstephanie is an amazing host and we would definitely recommendstephanie is a great host and takes great care of her guest houseRead more reviewsLocation:
extremely nice place in a great locationthe location was fantastic for anyone visiting the menlo park or palo alto areasvery quiet so that i can work very good location to get foodthe design of the house is beautiful and the location is very accessiblethe location is central and a perfect home base for exploring the bay area
7. A studio with private entrance
If you are visiting Atherton by yourself, you may want to book this accommodation, which is a studio for one person or two maximum. Having its own private entrance, you can come and go as you wish. The studio itself is well equipped with modern amenities. Despite its urban setting, there are several lovely parks in its vicinity, the largest and most impressive of which is the Bedwell Bayfront Park.
Redwood City, California, United States
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkTop guest reviews
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great place wifi was faulty during my stay however i didn't need itwifi issues while i was there but still nicemaria's apartment was as described and i would recommend it for brief stayscomfortable room and nice access to silicon valley sfo and a supermarketalso a nightstand or small table next to the bed would have been niceCleanliness:
super clean and super privatesuper nice and clean placethe room was clean and nicely decoratedclean quiet room comfortable bedclean safe quiet etcHost:
she is very nice and communicativemaria is an outstanding hostit’s separated from the host’s house in the backyard so the privacy is greati found the residence and area relatively quiet and friendly the weekend i stayedmaria was responsive and friendly and i would stay there again if ever in the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just off the freewayit’s a cute little placegreat location close to shopping and restaurantseasy walking to nice restaurantsit was in the perfect location
8. An adorable cottage in the Bay
Have an enjoyable stay in the Bay area by booking this darling cottage. Set in the heart of the peninsula, the cottage offers convenient access to some popular tourist attractions in California, such as the downtown Redwood City, Palo Alto and Standford University. Restaurants, biking and hiking spots are also minutes away from this cottage. Have full access to the bedroom, bathroom and kitchen. There is a patio where you can enjoy your meals and a glass of wine in the evening.
Redwood City, California, United States
2.39 km (1.5 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront ParkTop guest reviews
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her space was private and cozy with all the amenities i needed to be comfortableshayla was immediately responsive when i could not locate the iron and resolved my issue right awaynice cool breeze at night with three fansplenty of room for 2-3 people great wifi netflix and cleanwe had great 3 nights in a lovely equipped roomCleanliness:
everything was very clean and welcomingvery nice comforting clean and tidy spaceshayla's place is clean and comfortableit was clean and cutevery clean lovely and comfortableHost:
great host and stylish place if i do say so myselfshayla is a great host and the directions she provides couldn't be clearerthe host made check in so easy the communication was on point and the response was quickshayla is such an attentive and responsive hostshayla was very kind and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
sweet and simple accommodations really close to 101great location right near stanford redwood city campusa great space in a really convenient locationthis is a very cute place to stayreally cute place to stay for the night
9. A massive house for 10 guests
Those who are planning to travel to Atherton with a large number of people can make use of this massive house. The house has a total of four bedrooms with six beds, so that each guest can sleep comfortably. Other facilities include two private bathrooms, kitchen, wireless internet, television with HBO and indoor fireplace. The house is ideally located near the downtown Palo Alto and Standford University, which makes it easy and quick for you to reach whatever destination you want to visit.
3.33 km (2.1 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront Park
10. A lovely house for a peaceful getaway
Have the most peaceful getaway in this peaceful house that is located at the Menlo Park. The house offers a simple, clean and private room for one or maximum two persons. During your stay, you can have access to the kitchen, laundry room, living room, gym and the backyard. Breakfast is served for free, so you don’t have to rush in the morning just to look for something to eat. The Standford University is definitely a must-visit destination if you stay at this accommodation.
Menlo Park, California, United States
3.26 km (2.1 mi) from Bedwell Bayfront Park
Have fun in Atherton!
Whether you want to enjoy the parks and nearby nature preserves or do some outdoor activities, Atherton is a great place to base yourself on your San Mateo County visit. To complete the experience, don’t forget to book an Airbnb vacation rental.
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