We were in Portland for a family birth ... we wanted a place that was near to the new family member, and was close to shopping, dining, etc.
Alison's place was perfect, it was a neat, new and separate little house with comfortable bed, TV, microwave, W/D, wifi, etc. Parking was not an issue, we usually parked in front. It was close to the Broadway district, Alberta St., Martin Luther King Boulevard and Mississippi Avenue, all places with restaurants, shops,, etc. Close by grocery stores included Whole foods, Safeway and New Harvest. There are parks within walking distance and I felt it was a pretty safe neighborhood to walk in, taking normal precautions, The neighbors were pleasant and seemed to be a mix of old and new, and it seemed like everybody was engaged in some sort of repair, renovation or new building. We had never been to Portland in the fall, it was quite amazing to see the changes in tree and vegetation color, particularly as there is such an incredible variety of vegetation from all parts of the world. With all the rain a lot of people grow succulents, as well as the omnipresent moss and lichen on trees, houses, etc. Alison's key/ lockbox system worked quite well, as we didn't actually make it to the cottage until nighttime. She was always available by text or phone. I felt that the Cozy Cottage was just as advertised, we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.