We chose Carol's Garden Apartment primarily because the location was close to where we wanted to be, and it looked adorable. We weren't disappointed! Carol warmly greeted us when we arrived, allowed us to park in her driveway (we hoofed it for the two days we were there!), and gave us great suggestions for how to get around, where we might eat, get a beverage, and hike.

We quickly got the lay of the land, and Carol's apartment was a great home base. Clean and comfortable, it had virtually everything we needed, including a full kitchen and outdoor patio (neither of which we availed ourselves to on such a short visit). We loved being in a neighborhood and in a home - and we happened to be there when the Vaux Swifts were roosting in the chimney at Chapman Elementary School, literally just down the street. We really got a sense of the community by watching this spectacle.

We really appreciated the opportunity to stay at Carol's apartment and get to know her neighborhood! For travelers who want a local taste of NW Portland, you can't beat this place.