The Owls' Nest is a good place to stay in Portland. It's in a very quiet neighborhood with beautiful large trees and close to the river, yet not far from larger Portland.
The little rental cabin worked well enough for my husband and me for one night. But the stairs are steep! Several steep stairs to navigate up to the house, and more to reach the upstairs bedroom and bathroom. Not suitable for people with mobility issues.
John's woodwork for cabinets and other furniture is very beautiful and one of a kind.
There is a good-sized garden behind the cabin, rather overgrown with tall grass this time of year. It would be nice if the owner could eventually create better access and use for his guests, i.e. a path and a small patio for the little table and the two chairs. Still, we enjoyed sitting there in the morning with our tea and looking at the greenery around.