Our host was extremely welcoming and accommodating. He always got back to us promptly and even allowed us to move in early in the day so we could start preparations for a holiday meal. The house is beautiful and was the perfect place to celebrate the holidays with our family. We were able to prepare complex meals in the kitchen. The neighborhood is fabulous, walking distance to all the shops and restaurants on Division and Hawthorne, close to downtown Portland, yet quiet with plenty of on street parking. Elliot was extremely welcoming and accommodating. We loved their art work! Would definitely return.