Great spot for a smaller group wanting access to Portland through the incredibly charming St. Johns neighborhood, with a truly lovely garden/yard out back. One (easily walkable) block from spectacular views overlooking Portland and the Willamette River. If you’re active, the path along the overlook is a great spot to run, walk, or bike. As the listing states, the jacuzzi is in the shared garden/backyard area, but it’s situated off to the side, to offer some degree of privacy. There’s also a very charming small private deck with a table for two, ideal for morning coffee or afternoon tea. Inside, you’ll find all the basic comforts of home (without laundry access), with a couch that expands to create plenty of seating (or an additional sleeping space), and a very comfortable main bed. The upstairs area is spacious and good for spreading out.
This home is straightforward, comfortable, clean, has the basics like coffee and tea, plus some thoughtful touches. For the noise sensitive folk, be aware that nearby merrymaking can be audible in the evenings, and you may want a more isolated place. Otherwise, if you’re looking for unpretentious functionality that has its own charms with a location that can’t be beat, go for it.
A final editorial remark: I’ve been staying at Air B&Bs in Portland regularly for some time now, and I truly appreciate that this owner doesn’t gouge on nightly rate or cleaning fees simply because it’s Portland, and Portland is trendy now. I’ve paid through the nose to stay at some Air B&Bs in PDX, and when it’s appropriate and merited by the property and its amenities, I’m happy to pay. But when it’s carpetbagging simply because you can get away with it, it’s a turn off, and it feels antithetical to the original ethos of Rose City. I appreciate that this listing keeps it real.✌🏼