I chose this place because of the photo of the pond. It was exactly as pictured and provided a great backdrop to giving myself and a friend time to retreat and write. The neighborhood was fantastic. Beautiful Portland homes with tons of wildflowers. We came when this property had an amazing tree blooming out front. In the morning I would walk to Phoenix coffee shop, only a couple blocks away. I wanted an urban retreat in a beautiful setting and this really lived up to my high expectations. I met Jack and he was friendly, but unobtrusive. We had a fabulous time here!