While pets are allowed here I would not say this place is dog “friendly.” The other reviews are accurate in describing Burnside. It is a road with no shoulder, no nearby traffic signals or pedestrian crosswalks, no night lighting, and cars traveling 35-45mph. It is not a safe area to walk one’s dog and getting in the car to drive somewhere else every time is virtually required. That said, once you’re in the car, some of the most beautiful parts of Portland are basically <5min and are the highlight of this listing.
Once inside the unit, the place could use some hooks by the door to hang jackets/coats and so dog leashes don’t have to be placed on the kitchen counter. (Maybe take down the large Wi-Fi sign by the door and replace with hooks?). Also, for longer stays, there are no cleaning supplies like a broom and dustpan. For folks wanting to work from home, the table/chairs are metal and the couches aren’t the comfiest either. Just FYI there is no thermostat. It appears to be on a Nest program where is nice and toasty at night but a bit chilly during the day for those staying in. The closets have lots of space to hang things but not really shelves/drawers. The overall vibe is a little sterile as if designed by an AI robot overlord and not a human which may grate after a few days.
The accuracy of the listing could be improved by mentioning the thermostat and Burnside points.
That said, the beds are very comfy, the windows in the bedrooms open out to privacy and trees, the space is designed efficiently so it doesn’t feel cramped, it was very clean, the location is PRIME for incredibly beautiful nature explorations, it’s quiet/private, and it’s a 5min drive to town/23rd.
This place is ideal for a few day stay without a dog for a quiet place to stay in between nature trips/hikes around Forest Park, Hoyt Arboretum, Japanese Garden, and Pittock Mansion if you’ll be spending most of your days outside.