We arrived on a quiet street to Portland, we were exhausted and not knowing exactly what to expect for our stay. We were casually greeted by Jos, and immediately were comforted. I'm not normally a very sociable person, and vacations are typically private. However, Jos was able to immediately calm my nerves, and he exuded a feeling of talking to an old friend, or good neighbor. I had some questions about places I wasn't able to find out while browsing the web, and Jos was able to immediately answer those questions and give other suggestions that were able to expand and make our experience greater.
The flat is located in the basement of Jos and his family's home. It is modern in feel, with full amenities, including full size stove, refrigerator, and sink. We were able to cook, and store food with ease. We never felt uncomfortable, and the size of the home is ideal for 2-4 people. He has a projector for streaming Netflix, Hulu, and the like, when you need a break from the city. One special thing to note is Jos lent out his driveway for us to park, that blew me away.
Jos includes some morning essentials like coffee, but there is a fantastic coffee shop (Blend) within walking distance, of which I went to nearly everyday of our stay. Jos' home is close to restaurants and pubs, also in walking distance. He is fairly close to PDX airport, and you can easily access highways to get out of the city for longer day trips. He is close to downtown, and a short car ride will get you there. Even better, he is very close to city transit which will help get into the city without dealing with parking. Which is accessible in downtown, but you may have to move and repack if you're there all day.
In summary, Jos provided a comfortable atmosphere for you to explore Portland and it's surrounding areas. I always felt comfortable, and never did I worry or hesitate about leaving my belongings. Jos responds quickly to questions, and appears like he will do whatever he can to help.