This was a wonderful place to stay in a nice neighborhood! The studio itself was adorable, comfortable, and well-stocked with some toiletries and basic food items. Kurt and Nathalie allow guests to park in their driveway, which provided me with a little extra peace of mind being as we had a rental car and liked having it off the road. They also include a helpful booklet outlining the expectations of your stay, how to contact them if necessary, and information about public transit, etc. (Indeed, it was very easy to get to a local bus line). The neighborhood itself is quiet enough, but within walking distance of many food places, convenience stores, brewpubs and such. As guests, we did not specifically reach out to Kurt and Nathalie (especially since the place was set up so nicely anyway), but we did have the pleasure of meeting them towards the end of our stay. Kurt, Nathalie, and even a neighbor talked with us for a while when we met them, and we felt very much as if they cared about us, asking questions to ensure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. It was enjoyable to chat with them about Oregon and Portland in general as well! It was also a pleasure to meet their dog Myrna, who is a sweetheart and an excellent greeter. However, if you should not enjoy dogs for any reason, please be assured that Kurt and Nathalie care about this, and will check with you that their dog is not a bother to you. They very much want to make sure you are comfortable in their space. You will pay a very reasonable price for what you receive in return here. It is a no-brainer, and we would absolutely stay here again if we should return to Portland in the future!