Marnie & Kim were excellent hosts - they accommodated our need for an early check-in, and had everything in tip-top shape when we arrived! Their place is beautiful and the apartment had everything we needed - quiet, private space; books to browse about Portland restaurants and attractions; a modern layout; street parking; and a fully furnished kitchen with plates, cups, pots, utensils, and paper towels (bonus!). Extra bonus: cute dogs, composting and recycling available, and cool artwork inside.
We rated the location a 4/5 - it is definitely a beautiful, awesome area with access to vibrant neighborhoods and restaurants. However, the train station to downtown was a bit of a walk in the rain, and we didn't try the bus. Something to keep in mind if you're coming to Portland without a car during the rainy months. Ride sharing worked well for us in this location.