This is an ideal rental for visitors to Portland, the perfect balance between urban and nature. Being able to sit on a deck that is on the Willamette River shows the natural beauty of this city with its amazing bridges. It also showcases the outdoorsy nature of its residents. What a joy to see so many joggers and walkers along the bike path, inspiring us to get out and walk along the river as well.

Access to all Max lines and the Pearl District are within a 10 minute walk. We enjoyed shopping and happy hours in the Pearl, taking the Street Car from the Pearl to NW23rd for more shopping and dining. Although not as populated of a walk at night, the neighborhood is very safe, and we didn’t feel the least bit threatened walking back to the apartment after dark.

The apartment itself is warm and inviting with just perfect furniture and decorations. It provided an intimate yet airy space for us to cook, watch movies, read, listen to music, chat, and relax. We felt so at home while wonderfully being away from our homes. The bed is fabulously comfortable and the shower has great pressure.

Irene and Steve were incredibly flexible with our schedules. I have the impression of them as a very kind and generous couple, making the place feel that much more intimate and homey. I cannot think of a single thing that I would have wanted different, except to have the time to stay much longer!