Silicon Pearl

Silicon Pearl: California

With its stylish interiors and fabulous facilities, this home in the heart of Silicon Valley is a stand-out. Located in Menlo Park, you’ve got the best of the Bay Area on your doorstep, not to mention a comfortable base to call home.

Inside, neutral-coloured interiors add a dash of elegance to the open-plan living area where contemporary furnishings, wall art and cool feature lighting set a stylish scene. Step out onto the private balcony for a leisurely morning coffee while catching some rays, or if you’ve got to dash, help yourself to the communal lounge’s self-service coffee bar downstairs.

Speaking of the building’s shared amenities, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to fun and entertainment. While away the hours in the clubroom where a pool table, TVs and ample seating await or work up a sweat in the fitness centre and yoga studio. Spen afternoons taking dips in the communal pool and hot tub, or gather together for a barbecue on the shared rooftop terrace followed by a sundowner around the fire pit. You’re not the only one who’s in for a pampered time, however – with a pet salon on-site, your furry friend is bound to feel just as relaxed as you are. Factor in the bike shop with its repair station, as well as plenty of outdoor activities like bocce ball and ping pong on hand, there’s no end to the good times in store.

While you could easily spend all day enjoying the many amenities available, take some time to explore the local area. Take a twenty-minute stroll over to Bedwell Bayfront Park or watch the yachts coming in and out of Westpoint Harbor, a ten-minute drive away. Elsewhere, Redwood Park is a thirty-minute drive, while San Francisco is thirty-five minutes away by car.


Home truths:
*Your host owns multiple apartments in this building, so the exact view and furnishings may vary slightly from the photos
*At capacity, one guest will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room
*There's a lift in the building to reach the apartment
*Unfortunately, this home isn't wheelchair accessible
*The building's entrance and facilities are shared with the other residents
*There's a laptop-friendly workspace
*Out of respect for the neighbours, please keep noise levels to a minimum between 9 pm and 8 am
*We recommend having a car here for exploring further afield – free parking is available on-site
*San Francisco International Airport is a twenty-minute drive away