Peaceful and quiet back house. I was surprised we could not hear the train in the back house. The patio was wonderful for not only loading and unloading the car but relaxing after a long day and in the morning with a cup of tea or coffee. Terry, the cat, will come over and have a visit. A very lovable cat. Not sure if the Wi Fi is fully back up and running but when we arrived - they had updated the modem. The Wi Fi was great for browsing emails and such but not for streaming or in my case studying online. On positive note: the Concordia library is really close and great Wi Fi and service. We enjoyed walking Alberta Arts District and on Thursday evening the street is closed for the street fair (not sure if this year round or not). Portland is pretty easy to get around with or without a car. I have done both. This time we had a car. We drove over then walked SE Hawthorne Blvd - browsed some shops and ate at the Whole Bowl. Walked 23rd Street in Nob Hill - more great restaurants and some shops. If you like Vegan or are Vegan - I always make a day to go the Blossoming Lotus. The back house is close to Portland airport. Great communication and nice family. We had no issues finding parking on the street - at all hours. We were never more than a few houses down. There is a Walgreens and New Seasons grocery within walking distance.