I came up to Portland for a concert at the Hawthorne Theater, and this spot was perfect for me (about a 20-25 minute walk). On top of that, Phyllis was a fantastic host! I was exploring Hawthorne Avenue when a huge storm took out the power on that whole side of town, and by the time I got back to the room, Phyllis had provided a flashlight for me. There were also snacks, bottled water, and toiletries provided in case I'd forgotten to bring anything. There are dogs in the house, but I only ever heard them when I entered or exited the building, and didn't have any issues sleeping. I definitely would recommend staying here!