Nestled on a sweet, wooded side street within striking distance of downtown Montavilla, Jeff & Kim have priced and pitched their 2 bedroom apartment too humbly for what it offers. Exceptionally clean and quiet, with two bedrooms and an ample living room there’s plenty of space for a family or, in our case, two business professionals.
We found BikeTown bikes within half a mile and either walked or used the bikes to get everywhere. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Grotto, Mount Tabor (must visit) and downtown Montavilla. If you want an amazing gastronomic experience, check out the Observatory… That’s all I’ll say, not to ruin it for the locals.
If you’re hunkering down for a few days, the kitchen has everything you need. Safeway is 5 min away. The kitchen as a 4 cup coffee maker, teapot, microwave, and the most powerful toaster oven I’ve ever used! Full size fridge, and multi burner portable stovetop…
Bathroom - towels included. Do bring soap, shampoo etc.
Let’s get real, if you’d visiting Portland, you’re here for the food and drink.. Don’t discount Montavilla! We enjoyed Threshold brewing, small batch, sole proprietor. Roscoe’s for it kitsch 70’s/80’s TV and 28 brews on tap with exceptional beer knowledge. Ya Hala was amazing Lebanese food, come hungry.
Worth repeating, local Portlanders know how special Mount Tabor is (dormant volcano!), and the town is cute and worthy.
Last shout out, Cameo Cafe… Breakfast was remarkably special. A family chose to buy everyone in the restaurant breakfast… Can’t promise you’ll get this experience but if you do, pay it forward.
I’ll be back.
Grateful.