We had a very nice stay at Andreas' apartment. He is a very efficient and courteous host.

PROS: We rented this unit mainly for the location and king-sized bed. Both were wonderful. There is a breakfast spot around around the corner that is a wonderful called "Bakery Bar" we went there all three mornings and will make a bee-line to it the next time we're in Portland. A great Cuban restaurant (Pambiche) is just a half block away. Didn't eat there this time but have in past and it is also great. Parking is pretty easy and apartment didn't face street so it was quiet. The place is VERY clean, and well appointed as far as TV, music and all the furniture that is needed for a comfortable stay. There is a lovely garden and table with chairs behind the apt. that we did not get to use but would have liked to.

Cons: The apartment was a bit sparse, i.e. didn't feel much different than a large hotel suite. There is a funky odor in the hallway of the building when you enter, (probably b/c it's an older building) but you don't smell it once you're in the apt. Andreas listed off a great many "rules/responsibilities" when we arrived. It would have been great if they'd been written down somewhere. If they were, he didn't mention, and I didn't see them. The place is a little dark, tho I think that may have been in part due to the rainy weather. The kitchen while nice is in no way functional for cooking a meal, unless it's frozen.

Overall, we'd stay here again mainly because of the location, cleanliness, and the king-sized bed. However, I think the place could benefit from a little more "hominess" and a more functional kitchen.