Rhonda and Doug are fantastic hosts! 30 mins from airport. Less than 10 mins from a rental car company with significantly cheaper rates than the airport. Close to trails and parks. We rented a car, so we could go to Mt Hood - renting a car made it easier for us to explore downtown and other restaurants. If you don’t want to rent a car, stay close to downtown or closer to the tourist areas (waterfront, gardens, zoo, park, etc). Or else you’ll spend a lot on ride sharing. Light sleepers: bring ear buds. You’ll be in a basement underneath a staircase and the kitchen, so the creaks and noises may keep you from sleeping. Bathroom with amenities, plates and such for snacks, coffee and tea provided, and a huge binder full of local info - Rhonda and Doug are very thoughtful and super sweet hosts. Actually, they were the friendliest people we spoke with all weekend long! Thanks for a great first trip to Portland. You rock!