This place was just about perfect. Nice short walk up to good coffee in the mornings, or down to Cathedral park. Great view of St. Johns Bridge from just outside, and the red-chair smoking section right in the middle of a cottage style veggie garden was so thoughtful. There's some light industrial sounds from nearby during the day, which I really liked and you can't really hear them from the sanctuary of the pad.
The color scheme of gray and teal combines with the shady cool feeling of the ground floor space to really make this feel like a reprieve from the outside world. It feels private, but access is very convenient. Grocery store just a few blocks away. The bed was comfortable and had a nearby charging station which was super convenient. Lots of towels and wash-cloths, good bath amenities. Good desk to do a bit of work if need be. We had some difficulty closing the bathroom door, and the space is about the size of a large hotel room, altogether, so be comfortable with your travelling companion. If you are, this place suits perfectly and we had everything we need. Great value.
Our hosts were very friendly and prompt communicators. The serenity of the pad helped us relax and feel like we had a home to come back to after tiring but fun-filled days. We loved Portland and will definitely stay here again when we come back.