The abode was small but sufficient. The bed is VERY comfortable and I think I may have slept a little more than anticipated while I was in Portland! The location is good, but I was glad I rented a car because several of the places I visited were a 20 minute drive away, including downtown and SE Hawthorne St. With that being said, parking was never an issue thanks to the dedicated spot and there were many places to eat within a mile of the home. I only crossed paths with Penelope once (she was on the porch) but she was friendly and made sure I had everything I needed via a couple of e-mails during my stay.

Go for a run along the river and also go for a run along the Alameda Ridge! There are some wild old staircases over there that are like hidden treasures. For the best donut of your life, find a Blue Star. Breakfast at Gravy (on Mississippi) was to die for. Also, see a movie at the Baghdad theater.