Ali & David welcomed us as soon as we pulled up in front of their home.

A warm, smiling pair, they left their cosy porch and greeted us with bigger smiles and handshakes. It was a nice welcome after a long drive.

The two of us were visiting Portland for 2 nights, and needed a place to stay. Our criteria? Space for two, reasonably priced, not far from downtown (we had a car) and located in a pedestrian-friendly neighbourhood. We found it in the Alberta Arts District - with Ali & David!

The location was just what we're looking for. It was a short walk away from the main Alberta Street (heart of the Arts District), where lots of fun shops and tasty eats may be discovered! We spent a lot of time here, because it was so convenient. It generally feels like an artsy and eclectic neighbourhood - which we enjoyed very much.

We had a two-room suite in the upper level of the house. The rooms were kept very clean and neat. We really enjoyed the space - felt totally comfortable and at home. It was a little warm upstairs, but all the windows open and a fan (stored in the hallway closet) helped to circulate the air. The WiFi connection was reliable - very important as we depended on our digital maps to plan our routes for the day!

For those who are concerned with their pets - the house cats were kept on the main floor - we simply needed to shut the door to the stairs leading up to our space, and we were cat-free. So it wasn't a big deal, in case you're worried.

As for Ali & David, they were super nice and helpful (fellow Canucks!). They were always offering assistance and strived to provide anything we may need.

Thank you, Ali & David, for a brief, but lovely, stay!