We felt so lucky to have booked this place. A sad occasion, a memorial, brought us to Portland and Steve's gorgeous, newly renovated basement was a great comfort to us. Sleek, minimal design but with warmth from the central heat, easy switch-on fireplace, and the subtle family-room touches (books, games, a few personal effects in the laundry room). The bathroom is an oasis worthy of a magazine feature: walk-in shower with wonderful pressure, white subway tile, gray marble, tasteful fixtures. This is a top-drawer basement remodel and the kitchenette is similarly commodious. We even had my parents in for drinks and a snack. (The bed, which is wonderfully comfortable, is a Murphy Bed and easily folds up into the wall if you'd like to use the space as a family room by day). Steve was the perfect host, even securing us a Pack N' Play (small crib) for our 1-year-old. We arrived late at night and the next morning Steve checked in with us and was so warm and welcoming, but after that he left us our privacy and space. The perfect balance in our view. All-in-all, this apartment is an ideal shelter from the storm. We're already planning our next stay!