Candace has so well repurposed this building into a cottage that we didn’t realize it had been a garage! Natural light from several well placed windows both enlarge the space and bring the outdoors into view. Careful thought went into utilizing the 400 square feet. If we wanted something, she had already envisioned it: where to put a bath towel to have it handy but dry or where to put cereal and chips in the small kitchen - atop the refrigerator in a good wood crate. A sturdy ladder led to a very comfortable bed which you can crawl into for the night. Sleeping on the flattened couch was surprisingly comfortable, especially under the fluffy duvet.
We enjoyed meals with guests around the small table outside and would like to revisit the cottage during the summer when the garden is at its peak.
Communication was excellent. A sign of a good hostess is one who solves problems: the kitchen’s second induction burner was missing, but Candace quickly replaced so we could cook for brunch guests.
The location is superb with a large park in the back and a wildlife refuge beyond it. It’s a great place to run or walk. The Sellwood bridge provides easy access to the west side of the river and downtown Portland though Sellwood itself has a lot to offer.