Once part of the San Jose Mayor's Mansion, this wonderful, cozy unit 1/1 is perfectly located near Santa Clara University (SCU), downtown San Jose, the San Jose airport (SJC), and major freeways. Dog-friendly with pet fee.
Professionally: ✔ Hosted ✔ Decorated and ✔ Cleaned
✔No check-out chores ✔ Self check-in ✔ Dedicated workspace
Once part of the San Jose Mayor's Mansion, this wonderful, cozy, 3rd floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit is perfectly located near Santa Clara University (SCU), downtown San Jose, the San Jose airport (SJC), and major freeways. Walking distance to several restaurants such as Ike's sandwich shop, Ramen Taka, Bill's Cafe, Wrap This (Mediterranean cuisine), El Amigo Mexican Grill. One mile to the Caltrain station, which can take you to many downtown areas such as Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, San Francisco, and more.
DOGS OK WITH FEE
1 small dog (under 30lbs) may stay up to 1 week with a $150 pet fee which will be added to your charges when you indicate you are bringing a dog. $50 per week pet rent after 1 week. For more or larger dogs, please inquire. Dogs are not allowed in beds or on furniture. Guests responsible for cleaning up/removing all dog waste, and all damages caused by dog. Let us know when booking if you will be bringing a dog.
This unit is part of a larger converted Victorian that contains a total of four units, each with separate and private, outdoor entrance.
Serenity Executive Rentals is a professional hosting company with multiple homes in the area. All of our homes are furnished and decorated to the same high standard.
BEDS
Room 1: 1 Queen, 1 Twin
ACCESS
The home is equipped with a keyless combination lock for easy access.
KITCHEN
The kitchen should be amply equipped to comfortably cook and serve guests up to the maximum occupancy at the home. We provide an initial supply of coffee, tea, creamer, sugar, salt/pepper, cooking oil, dish soap, hand soap, dishwasher pods (if applicable), trash bags, sponges and paper towels.
BATHROOMS
There should be enough clean towel sets (bath & hand towels, wash cloths) for every guest up to the maximum occupancy at the home. We also provide an initial supply of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and toilet paper. There should be at least one hair dryer in one of the bathrooms.
LAUNDRY
A washer and dryer are available for guest use, along with an initial supply of laundry detergent and liquid bleach.
PARKING
There is a single assigned parking space available for guest use. Guests may also park on the street, but should take note of any posted parking restrictions.
HEATING/COOLING
This home is equipped with heat. Fans are provided in warmer months to assist with cooling, along with the tips provided in the Renter's Guide.
ENTERTAINMENT
The unit has an HD Smart TV through which guests may use their own streaming services accounts.
EXTRA SERVICES/OPTIONS
Pack-N-Play (PNP) available upon request with 3 business days notice. IMPORTANT: Guests should bring their own bedding for the PNP.
Upon advance request and approval, we can arrange to have the following items added to your reservation for your stay. The flat fees for these items are as follows:
$40 - Early Check-in (1pm) (if available)
$40 - Late Check-out (Noon) (if available)
$80 - Twin Memory Foam Roll-away Bed
$175 - Mid-stay Professional Cleaning (no laundry)
$50 - Mid-stay Cleaning Add-on: Linen Refresh
ENHANCED CLEANING PROTOCOLS IN PLACE
This home is professionally disinfected between every reservation. More info below.
~~ All our homes feature keyless entry and unattended self-check-in
~~ All windows and doors are opened during cleaning to circulate fresh air
~~ Our cleaners wash their hands with soap and water before cleaning and wear disposable gloves while they clean
~~ We clean with soap and detergents first, and then disinfect with hospital quality disinfectant
~~ We give special attention to high-touch areas such as appliances, handles, switches, door and cabinet knobs, remote controls, faucets etc.
~~ We wash all linens, including duvet covers and blankets
Distance, in miles, to:
Stanford University 19.9
Stanford Hospital 21.2
SAP center 1.9
Santa Clara Convention Center 6.5
nearest bus stop 180 ft
nearest train (Santa Clara Cal Train Station) 0.9
nearest park (Bellomy Field) 0.1
nearest grocery store (Safeway) 0.2
nearest Starbucks 0.09
San Francisco 48.7
Harker-Union 8.6
Harker-Bucknall 8.2
Harker-Blackford 4.9
Harker-Saratoga 4.1
OTHER HOMES AVAILABLE: Serenity Executive Rentals manages multiple homes in the area. If this property is not a fit, contact us about our other homes.
AGREEMENT ADDENDUM: The following serves as an addendum to the reservation and rental agreement entered into between the parties via the website of the company used to complete the reservation, as well as its affiliate sites.
BOOKING POLICIES
* Stays of 3 weeks or more require professional cleanings every 2 weeks. There is an additional charge per cleaning per home/unit, which will be collected after the reservation is confirmed as booked.
* Reservation cancellations: As per booking website. We do not offer refunds beyond those outlined in the cancellation policy on the booking website.
* Reservation changes: we take changes only at our discretion, and may charge a change fee.
* Host collects a refundable $750 security deposit (Airbnb excepted), which is refunded (less damages/policy violations) within 14 days after departure.
HOUSE RULES + EXTRA CHARGES
* No smoking (anything). Violation of this rule will result in immediate eviction, forfeiture of rent, security deposit, and $250 fee for odor removal.
* No parties/events/gatherings. Only the people listed at the time of booking are allowed to be on the property without prior written permission. Reservation may not be sublet. Unauthorized parties/events/gatherings will result in immediate eviction, forfeiture of rent, security deposit, and extra charges for deep cleaning and damages.
* 1 small dog (under 30lbs) allowed with $150 pet fee. For more or larger dogs, or stays longer than 1 week, please inquire. There will be additional fees if approved. Dogs are not allowed in beds or on furniture, and guests are responsible for removing all waste from the property on departure
* Quiet hours are 10pm-8am. Noise complaints from neighbors at any hour will result in $300 charge per complaint, eviction after second complaint.
* No using fireplace(s) unless explicitly stated as OK in the Renter's Guide, or burning anything inside or outside the home, including candles and incense. Doing so will result in $150 charge, plus any damages caused.
* Do not move any of the furniture or décor. Extra charge of $250 applies for violation, plus any damages.
* Guests are responsible for following garbage protocol outlined in Renter's Guide. Not putting bins out for collection, putting waste in the incorrect bins resulting in the city not collecting, or leaving excess garbage in this home will result in $50 for each violation.
* Guests are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the home during their stay. Excess mess within the home beyond reasonable use will result in $75 charge per extra hour required to return the home to the condition it was in upon your arrival. (The pre-paid cleaning fee covers 3 hours of our cleaners' time.)
* Guests must return all keys, parking passes, garage remotes etc that were provided at the start of their stay, and will be charged for the cost of replacement if not returned. Cost varies depending upon the type of item, but ranges between $100 and $250.
* In the event personal belongings are left behind and our staff need to coordinate their return to you, a $40 processing fee will apply, plus any shipping costs.