Tanja and her household were very helpful and friendly during our stay in Portland, giving good advice as to places to go and things to see and otherwise making us feel welcome. The basement space is comfortable and has available many neat little ways to pass the time, including table tennis and a pool table. Having a washer and dryer is convenient, and the kitchen was suited to preparing any number of meals (though we didn't take advantage of it much; the dining opportunities in Portland are excellent). I would recommend taking a stay yourself!