We had a wonderful three night stay at the Abode. We had the chance to meet Penelope because she was outside when we first arrived. She warmly welcomed us and showed us to the Abode. She also helped direct us to a nearby spot for something to eat. The Abode was very clean and looked just as pictured in the listing. We loved the funky and retro decor. It was so cozy for two and was the perfect retreat for our getaway. The bed was indeed very cozy and helped us to snooze a bit longer in the morning! We did hear some footsteps and barking sporadically in the mornings, but it was muffled and limited. Plus the sound machine worked perfectly to help us quietly snooze. It was extremely quiet at night, and we enjoyed the soft rain outside on our last evening. Like other reviewers, we wished we could extend our stay to snuggle up for a day and read all of the wonderful books stacked neatly on various shelves. We had fun exploring the titles. There was a table and chairs outside the front door where we could sit and enjoy a glass of the lovely bottle of pinot noir that Penelope had left for us. It was a short five minute or less walk from the Abode to Alberta Street with many great restaurants, bars and shops. The Abode is also within a short walk to two bus lines that connect with other areas of the city. We didn't rent a car, but we it would probably be easier to get around the city and visit other neighborhoods with a car. We loved the neighborhood around the Abode and enjoyed feeling more like a local and staying in a fun yet quiet area. Overall, the Abode was a wonderful, private, cozy retreat for our stay in Portland!