Joel had great communication leading up to our arrival providing us with a door code and entry instructions. The studio was setup with several public transportation maps, walking maps and books for touring Portland. As a small family of 3 we found the washer/dryer provided in the suite helpful and very convenient.

The property is surrounded by small food trucks, coffee houses and eateries all within easy walking or bus distance such as Bad Habit Room (great for weekend brunch), Halibuts for batter dipped salmon and Saraveza's for great beers. The 72 bus stops across the street next to a small park and will take you to the Alberta district in minutes, while the 6 will take you to the red max downtown.

We found the bed incredibly comfortable for our backs but it did smack my shins a few times on the way to the kitchen or bath. The room as definitely fresh and newly painted. We enjoyed the color treatment used on the concrete floor and the furnishings really rounded out the apartment.

It's centrally located and easy to get around either on foot or by public transportation. The local coffee Joel left for us was great as well as the granola bars that pleased our 6 year old. I'd recommend Joel's place for families, singles or business travelers.