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    $13,500/mo

    176 Los Trancos Cir, Portola Valley, CA 94028

    4beds
    3,000sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Single family residence
    Available Mon Sep 1 2025
    Cats, dogs OK
    -- A/C
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Fireplace
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Gas fireplaceWine cellarBrand-new furnishingsStocked kitchenetteMountain viewsRolling hillsPrivate bathroom
    Newly renovated 4bd/4ba home in lush, forested Portola Valley: just a scenic 10-15 min. drive to Stanford University, Palo Alto and I-280. Enjoy the vast outdoor deck, cozy up by the fireplace, take in the towering trees through the home's beautiful picture windows or simply relax in the clean, modern, fully furnished space. Portola Valley's renowned trails overlooking the San Francisco Bay are conveniently located just 100 paces away. THE SPACE This home in the tranquil Los Trancos Woods neighborhood of Portola Valley is perfect for couples, groups and those traveling for business who prefer a fully equipped, quiet home and the best of California's gorgeous outdoors to a pricey hotel room. It's also ideal for families looking to book a comfortable, spacious stay while visiting Stanford or attending graduation. The house is on two, expansive levels. The front entrance to the primary living space, upstairs, is located off of the broad, main deck (accessible via a wide staircase from the covered parking below), and the back entrance off the back patio is accessible along a level path through the trees. In the upstairs, you'll find a modern, open-concept living and dining area with brand-new furnishings as well as a beautiful kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dinnerware for making meals at home or entertaining. Down the central hall, sleeping accommodations for up to five guests upstairs include: a primary suite (King-sized bed) with cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace, built-in desk and cabinetry with French doors opening onto patio and master bath with natural stone countertops, jetted tub, walk-in closet and access to Zen garden outdoor shower; a guest suite (queen-sized bed) with wall-to-wall views of the outdoors, a private bathroom and separate entrances from the deck and driveway; and a bright office space with a twin-sized day bed and full guest bath across the hall (also handy for guest use). Below the large deck, on ground level, you enter through french doors to a spacious and bright additional garden apartment. The inviting main living space is furnished with a couch and a flat-screen TV, and also has a modern dining area, well-lit desk space and stocked kitchenette. This apartment has one bedroom (queen-sized bed), a full bathroom, wine cellar, and a multipurpose room. GUEST ACCESS Guests have full use of the whole property, including the main deck and back patio as well as a rooftop terrace accessible via a spiral staircase. Both the upstairs kitchen and garden apartment kitchenette are fully stocked with cookware, dinnerware, utensils and stemware for your use. Both also have a dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave and toaster. There is a small washer/dryer in the upstairs hall closet and a full sized washer and dryer downstairs (accessed through a separate entrance on the ground level). THE NEIGHBORHOOD Beautiful Portola Valley is located in the heart of the Silicon Valley: 10 minutes from I-280, 12 minutes from Sandhill Road and 15 minutes from Stanford University. Palo Alto, Woodside, Menlo Park, Mountain View and Los Altos are also right nearby, as well as San Francisco (45 min) and San Jose (30 min). The town itself is known for its picturesque and abundant natural setting with rolling hills, hidden ponds and mountain views a peaceful, gorgeous retreat, conveniently close to the amenities and attractions of the Peninsula. You'll also have access to Portola Valley's world-class trails, horseback riding, cycling, local restaurants, cafes and markets. Day trips: Portola Valley is an hour from Santa Cruz, 90 minutes from the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel and Big Sur and two hours from Napa/Sonoma. Lease term is flexible. Potential rent-to-own. Or owner financed purchase.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Rooms
    • Room types: Office
    Heating
    • Fireplace
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: TV, Wifi, iron/ironing board, linen/bath essentials, stocked kitchen
    Details
    • Parcel number: 080060590

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Portola Valley

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Month

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/14/2025Listed for rent$13,500-3.6%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    6/17/2025Listing removed$3,388,888$1,130/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82002163
    4/11/2025Listed for sale$3,388,888+69.4%$1,130/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82002163
    10/12/2024Listing removed$14,000$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    9/14/2024Listed for rent$14,000$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: 94028