My husband and I have probably stayed in more than ten rented apartments in Europe—Paris, London, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Berlin, Amsterdam, some more than once and well before Airbnb existed. We have stayed in five Airbnb’s in the U.S., four of them in Portland. Paula’s is our favorite so far. The location is terrific. The area is so quiet with beautiful views. And yet it is so near 23rd Ave and lots of good eating places and other sights. It was very easy to drive to wherever we needed to go. Having an upstairs and downstairs gave such a feeling of a home. We found the bed very comfortable. Having the view from over the bathtub was truly unique. I enjoyed cooking in the modern kitchen. I did one load of laundry while there. A nice benefit. We were able to have our family for dinner one night at the big dining room table.
We needed a dentist in an emergency and Paula found us someone very good immediately, who saw us within 90 minutes of our contacting Paula! Sitting out on the two decks, upper and lower, was a special treat.
When we return to Portland, which we hope to do at least twice a year, we hope we can stay at Paula’s.