This was a wonderful place to end our week in Portland. Not only is Emery an engaging, thoughtful, open, and generous host, we share some geeky interests. The art around the place shows a sense of humor, and we would’ve loved the chance to hang out there, but it’s so convenient to the bus line (and a short walk to the Streetcar), we were able to keep to our packed itinerary. A welcome binder full of instructions, per profiles, and Google Map printouts with directions showing local amenities and transport was in the room. We didn’t even finish looking through it all, but if you need to charge your devices, you’ll know the rules & house stuff and can get to food & drink on your own, old school.
Puck, the orange tabby, was as chummy and feisty as stated, and since we’re used to leaving the door cracked for our own cat, he hopped up to sleep on the bed part of the night. We caught one glimpse of Kukla before she vanished. Note: respect Puck’s petting quirks and he’s a dear. He liked head scratches best, NO BELLY TOUCHING, though he may think he wants it.
The two guest rooms are side-by-side, the hall bath next to them. Coffee, a press, and—marvelously—growlers you can fill at a nearby beer place are available in the kitchen.