Sooo much to see and do in this area! It was our first time to Portland and we weren't expecting to spend a lot of time in the neighborhood, but when we saw all the cool spots on Hawthorne St, we decided to take a full day to just check out the local shops, bars, and restaurants within walking distance.
Tov coffee (double decker bus) is a must - get the Egyptian coffee! And Juli provided some excellent suggestions outside the neighborhood as well.
The studio was perfect for the two of us; clean, plenty of space, comfy bed, and of course the sauna was such a nice feature.