Overall a great experience, I'd like to say, and a reasonable weekly rate. The host was nice and pretty informal, you can do your own thing as long as you behave like a responsible adult. I had the downstairs to myself, since the other downstairs room was unoccupied. The living and dining room areas were very pretty, with holiday lights and lantern-style lights hung up, and some nice plants and artwork.
The house is a bit old and squeaky, which woke me up sometimes since I'm a light sleeper, but most should be fine. The heater didn't have a knob on it, so it was difficult to gauge what setting would be good to leave it on, but I got the hang of it and it was fine. Like I said, older place, so it is understandable.
The best thing:
The location. I can't stress this enough. The location is worth the price of admission and then some. The area was very convenient, with many good places to shop and eat within walking distance. Powell's Books on Hawthorne, New Seasons market, Fred Meyers, etc. Also found a nice paleo-style food cart around the corner called Cultured Caveman, was great for me since I am gluten and dairy intolerant. Got some great gluten free fish n' chips at the Hawthorne Fish House up the street too. Awesome location, would stay there again.