Pulling up to this amazing Victorian home was like stepping into a fairytale! Words cannot describe how lovely it is - beautiful stained glass windows, charming vintage details, and a painted-lady type color scheme... And the inside was just as magical, complete with a "secret passageway!"
DJ met us and gave us a tour of the house. He was very gracious and gave us some wonderful recommendations for our stay. He was also quick to respond during our stay when we had a question about operating the TV.
Overall, the place couldn't have been more perfect for us. Even better than the description, the photos don't do it justice! Not only was it super clean, but it was so well equipped for our group - which included my wife's parents and our three kids. The top floor was like a separate little hotel room for my in-laws, and the kids each had their own room just like at home. They loved all of the puzzles, books and games, and we even played a family game of Clue!
The hosts seem to have thought of everything because the house is stocked with anything and everything we needed. The linens are really good quality. We used the washer/dryer a lot even on our short stay, and it of course had detergent, dryer sheets, and even spray n wash, which we needed!
The backyard was such a pleasant surprise with white string lights overhead and a table that was big enough for all of us. It was our little urban oasis in the evenings after exploring the neighborhood each day.
The location is seriously UNREAL, like the description says. We didn't drive at all because everything we needed was right outside the door. (Although we learned how valuable the parking spots in the driveway are because street parking is definitely in high demand!) Trader Joe's is two blocks away, but we didn't really need much from there since are restaurants galore (some of the best in Portland) within 50 feet of the front door... And, of course, for dessert the kids loved getting ice cream from the famous Salt n Straw down the block. (DJ gave us the insider tip to skip the hour-long line by buying a pint and getting free cones to go with it!) My wife and her mom were in heaven with all the little shops on the street, and my father in law said he felt like he was back in Europe with the open air cafes, etc. We even walked over to the Rose Garden one day, which was a highlight of our stay.
All in all, Portland has a special place in our hearts after this visit. And we will definitely back to stay at DJ's amazing home! Book it now...you won't regret it! :)