Marlene was a very welcoming and accommodating host. This lovely home was accurately depicted in the pictures-to the extent that pictures could do it justice! Our group (5 adults) who was visiting Portland for a wedding, loved the serene setting, the beautiful views from the chaise lounges on the spacious deck, and the quiet-wonderful respite from the hustle and bustle of Portland on a weekend. The grounds are beautifully landscaped-lots of native plants. We arrived late at night to find a welcome basket of wine, chocolate, granola bars and fruit-and fresh flowers. We really appreciated the superbly equipped gourmet kitchen which allowed for some delightful meals in. Everything we needed was there-from shampoo to a generous assortment of breakfast items-eggs, milk, bread, juice and pancake fixings-and more. The large dining table on the deck was another plus. The home is filled with lots of interesting art-photographs, paintings and sculptural multimedia pieces. Though it felt remote, we could access anywhere in Portland in less than 30 minutes-with Skyline Blvd, providing a great alternative to rush hour on the freeways. Grocery stores and the funky town of St. John are less than 15 minutes away. The home invites relaxation, with reading material, comfy furniture, large screen TV and of course, wifi. Nearby there are numerous hiking trails, too. I should also mention that the nearest Urgent Care (which we needed for a minor illness) is only about 5 miles away. I would love to have the opportunity to stay here again-and would highly recommend this home.