We stayed at Michael’s flat for 2 months, from the middle of December 2019 until the middle of February 2020. We needed a home base while one of us received treatment at OHSU and we simultaneously looked for a house to purchase. We chose the flat primarily because Michael allowed us to have our canine companion, Lola, stay with us. This was a very stressful time but the flat at 1115 NE 114th was a perfect choice.
The cheerful and whimsical décor, brightened the dark winter days and provided for all our needs: a kitchen that was adequate for 2 cooks to prepare basic meals and a dining space to eat them in, our own washer & dryer, a bedroom and bath for each, plus office space and a living room.
Throughout our stay, Michael’s kindness made us all feel welcome, even our well behaved but ebullient Lola who LOVES to play with squeaky toys! We enjoyed walking Lola in the neighborhoods and ‘water park’ near 114th but there was a small back yard designated for her use as well.
We were not initially as familiar with NE Portland as we were SE (which we have visited many times) but with Michael’s well written guide, we discovered great sources for food to prepare and places to dine when we needed some pampering. The flat’s proximity to freeways was such that we could easily make the commute to OHSU by then parking near a friend’s house in SE and utilizing public transportation.
Our story has good endings…the treatment was successful, and we found a house we love. We will always be grateful to Michael for his hospitality and his comfortable flat! Five stars? Yes!