I stayed at Bart and Sue's place to do research at Reed College. If you are doing the same, the location can't be beat! It's a quiet studio tucked away in the back of the property, and the back fence opens onto the Reed campus. The studio is a wonderful spot to read, and get some writing done!
You do need to be able to climb stairs, but there's a lovely view from the porch under their giant tree. Also, Sue and Bart are very communicative, and the place is very clean.