We really enjoyed our stay at the Artisan Sanctuary and it was a perfect base to explore the city.
The apartment is a great size for 2 people with everything you could need from cooking utensils to useful maps and guides. The space has been decorated very thoughtfully making the sanctuary cosy and feel like home. The only tiny downside (but feel this has been factored into the very reasonable price) is this is a basement flat so it's on the dark side. However there are more than enough lights/lamps to create a light space but there just isn't a huge amount of natural light.
It was really lovely to meet and chat with Margo, she gave us our privacy but was available if we needed anything. Check in was super easy and she had left bread, orange juice, fresh coffee and a number of other breakfast bits which was a really lovely touch.
The sanctuary is located in a great area, we really enjoyed NE Alberta street and there are many restaurants/shops within a 15 min walk or a 5 minute cycle. Also only a $10 uber ride from downtown which was great.
We loved Portland and couldn't have picked anywhere better to enjoy it from.