Silicon Cypress

Surrounded by cypress trees in Mountain View, California, this ecological home is a true architectural wonder. Expertly designed by renowned studio Atelier Hsu, its open, industrial-style featuring exposed steel beams and reclaimed redwood furniture instantly reflects its Silicon Valley surroundings. It doesn’t take a genius though to see this home is pretty special. The living room’s huge glass doors give way to a sun-soaked patio while just inside, a large dining table is perfectly positioned for semi-al fresco dining. An eye-catching iron staircase leads upstairs to the bedrooms, both boasting their own freestanding bathtubs in their respectively luxurious bathrooms. Wander down to the large, white kitchen to cook up a Cali-fresh meal, or head out to explore Mountain View’s downtown bars and restaurants just under a mile away. While the area is known for its many cycling and walking paths, you can also easily explore further afield. San Francisco is just a forty-minute drive away or a short train ride from Mountain View station, just ten minutes down the road.

Home truths:
*You may occasionally hear commuter trains in the distance as they pass through nearby Mountain View station
*There's space on the driveway for up to two cars and free parking on a quiet residential street outside
*This is a self-check-in home with a lockbox
*Your hosts kindly provide breakfast upon arrival
*This home has a strict shoes-off policy while indoors
*Bedrooms two and three share a bathroom
*There's a dedicated office space and wifi speeds of above 100 Mbps – ideal for home workers
*There's no air conditioning in this home
*You'll need to respect the neighbourhood quiet hours between 10pm and 8am
*You must be aged 21 or older to rent this home