When my wife needed surgery in Portland, we needed to find a place to stay that would be comfortable for her recovery and still functional and relaxing enough for me to run around with caretaking and be there for our dog. This very much was that place. Surprisingly quiet for the city, easy to walk the neighborhood, bright and comforting. Others have warned that it's drafty in winter and that's true. The kitchen was lovely to cook in despite the handful of ants that made their way upstairs. The upstairs shower was particularly nice, with a lovely skylight in the bathroom to make the bathroom even brighter. Great stay.