This apartment was great! The neighborhood was safe, typical section of SE Portland. Easy on-street parking and never had trouble finding a spot.

The hosts were wonderful; I felt right at home the moment I walked in the door. I never actually got the pleasure of meeting them in person, but I felt like they new me because they thought of everything for their guest: coffee, tea, a great little bottle of wine (and glasses, corkscrew), earth-friendly and organic soaps, towels, quality linens, even half & half in the fridge and scissors and tape in the drawer (which came in handy when I ran out of tape wrapping christmas presents).

The place is as pictured but it doesn't do this little apartment justice. It's perfect for 1-2 people visiting for a long stay with a full kitchen, fridge, w/d. It's behind the main house so not much noise directly from the street or neighbors. There is a train occasionally, but you will hear that from many areas in SE Portland. It's not horribly loud (typically after day 1, you get used to it). Also plenty of neighborhood restaurants and shops within walking distance.

I would definitely stay again and plan on doing so on future visits.