Great home with historic charm and international touches. Cozy and clean but not fancy. Updated bathroom was great. It was the authentic Portland experience I was looking for, and the neighborhood is very nice as well, with quaint houses, lots of trees, a park (grass for people & dogs + a track) right across the street, and a farmers market on Sundays most of the year. Walking distance to Alberta, MLK, and Killingsworth streets. Ample street parking.
The hosts, Joy and Josh, were very communicative and friendly but give you your privacy by default. They stay in the basement apartment some of the time, but you can't tell they're there, and the entrance is around the back. The front porch is great for hanging out and is for exclusive use of the rental, and the back garden patio is lush but shared with the hosts.
There are lots of resources for visitors in the home, like guidebooks and pamphlets. Dishes, utensils, linens, and cooking equipment are provided and are adequate, though the nonstick pans are worn. Due to safety precautions, no seasonings or other edible items are provided (including salt, pepper, and oil). The bedrooms are clean and comfortable, but I would love to see their basic furnishings more in line with the home's historic style. The TV is small, but I didn't need to use it. It has a Roku box. The internet connection via WiFi was fast and reliable, with 100mbps download AND upload speeds. There's no clothes washer or dryer, the hot water is a bit limited (good for one long shower), and you can't change the thermostat, which stays between 69 and 66 degrees.
All in all, a great stay!