We had a nice stay in Karma's thoughtfully updated, sweet older cottage home in an interesting area of Portland! Karma has given a lot of thought to the decor and arrangement of this house, and it shows in every detail from the consistent color scheme, to the wonderful light-filled fully equipped kitchen. The house is on a quiet block just a short walk from the shops and restaurants of the Alberta Arts district - kind of like if an alternative weekly newspaper somehow became a neighborhood. Some of the houses in the area look a bit run down, but it is a safe and homey part of town. Short trip to the airport and downtown too. My wife and I stayed for five days with my Mom, who is 85 years old. I would say that this is maybe not an ideal property for an elderly person, or someone with mobility issues, as the staircase to the 2nd floor bedrooms is very steep with shallow treads. My wife found the bed in the main bedroom very comfortable. I found it too firm. The mattress in the 2nd bedroom is softer, so you do have your pick. The kitchen was well-stocked with every utensil and appliance needed, including three types of coffee maker! Would stay again for sure!