This place is incredibly besuriful and in a beautiful residential neighborhood. The bus stop to go downtown is a little ten minute walk down the hill. Having a car is useful but not detrimental. My four year old loved staying here and really enjoyed the space. The kitchen had upscale amnenities and you can meal prep and prepare complete meals there easily, althogh we mainly ate out at the restaurants on 23rd. 23rd is close by and has a lot of cute shops and delicious food. The place is attached to Paula's place but is completely separated and with lots of privacy. The upstairs patio has a beautiful view of the city. This place is great for traveling with a small family or group of friends. The washer and dryer work really well too. Serioisly consider this place if you're staying in Portland. Coming from San Francisco it was a great opportunity to wake up to the quiet sounds of nature and still he close to the heart of the city.