Soon after my initial request to book a stay, Sheilah responded (with an accepted response). She also responded quickly after my arrival in Portland, when I asked about gaining official entry to her premises. Sheilah's residence is located on a quiet, tree and nature strewn strip, as advertised. At the end of her block, within maybe 50 or so yards from her place, however, there are three bar/restaurant/evening meeting spots, and also a bus stop. A five minute walk can bring one to a convenience store (Plaid Pantry) and a pretty decent pizza shop (Atomic Pizza); a ten minute walk can bring one to a nice indie coffee shop (Blend), a Thai restaurant, a sushi spot, etc. A ten minute walk in the other direction can bring one to a MAX light rail station for transport north, or for transport south into Portland City Center. The pictures Sheila provided for the room are accurate, for certain. The color palette is mostly tones of grey in between end points of white and black. To me, the room felt very crisp and clean, in the very best sense. The provided bed is a twin bed, meaning the room probably suits best the solo, independent traveler/solo, independent explorer. I can't, off the top my head, recall the nightly booking cost but I think it was VERY VERY reasonable for all that one gains in return. If one is looking for a reasonably priced stay in Portland, not in City Center but with very easy access to City Center, if one is looking for access to some amenities in easy walking distance, if one is looking to feel somewhat situated in nature (think mossy trees and squirrels and squabbling crows) but with 'city' features in easy grasp, well, look no further, you've found your spot!