I picked this host based on location and his profile and I was not disappointed on either count. The house is in a quiet neighborhood but just two blocks from vibrant coffee houses, restaurants, and boutiques. We could walk to most places. Downtown is a 30-minute walk or there is buses or Uber. The host and his family are super cool, relaxed, respectful, and engaging. Right from the start, we felt like we were staying with friends, not strangers. They have a great knowledge of Portland and all of the recommendations were spot-on. The hot tub was a great way to end a day out. We had full access to the kitchen and made several meals. If you ask, they will leave you a pot of coffee in the morning. All I can say is if this was a six-star rating I would have checked that.