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Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland

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Exterior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Lloyd Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Oregon Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Moda Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland

A classic mid century brick home in the heart of some of the best restaurants and night life in Portland. The comfortable home sleeps six with a sunny patio to enjoy, and peaceful yard with a giant Deodora cedar tree.

You’ll be located a block from the junction of 28th and Belmont on a picturesque residential street, with easy access to the Belmont district, 28th Avenue “Restaurant Row”, Kerns, Burnside, Hawthorne and Division St/Clinton districts. If you are comfortable walking, cycling, and taking the bus you don’t need a car. The bus 15 is a block away, and takes you downtown, and to the Pearl District and NW 23rd, and connects with the light rail system (MAX), in the other direction it takes you to Mt Tabor Park. It takes about 45 minutes to walk the 2.2 miles to downtown’s Pioneer Courthouse Square along a pleasant route. Laurelhurst Park and Colonel Summers Park are each within 10 blocks. Whole Foods, and Safeway grocery stores are about a half mile. New Seasons and Fred Meyers grocery stores are about a mile away.

The specifics ... this mid century duplex was designed by the architect who lived next door, for his son. The units are side by side, and sited on a peaceful 14,000 sq ft lot. The large yard provides a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city. The current owners live in the other half of the duplex, and are happy to be a resource for information and advice on your stay in Portland. The home is approximately 1500 sq ft with 2 bedrooms on the main floor, each with a queen sized bed. Upstairs is a bedroom with 2 twin sized beds. The main floor bathroom is opposite the bedrooms, and at the base of the stairs from the upstairs bedroom. The main floor has hardwoods throughout. The living room has two couches and chairs and opens to a sunny front porch sitting area. The dining room has a table that sits six. There is a flat screen TV with network and internet TV. Comcast internet and WiFi is available. There’s a full kitchen with all the basics to cook for your self but with all the fun food choices in walking distance you’ll be tempted to eat out or order in. The basement has an informal family room and full bathroom with stand alone shower (no tub). The basement also provides bike storage, and a laundry area. There is a high efficiency gas forced air furnace, and central air conditioning. One main floor bedroom has a height adjustable desk and desk chair. The other main floor bedroom has a small desk.

Property manager

Laurie and Matt
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Languages

English

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Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
My permit with the city of Portland limits gatherings at the house to no more than 8 people at a time without written authorization.
My permit with the city of Portland requires me to keep a logbook of the overnight guests, with the names, home addresses, and vehicle license #s.
The base charge is $175 a night, there is a charge of $25 a night for each guest in addition to the first two.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 12-156262-000-00-LU

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Portland

Located in Portland, this holiday home is in the city centre. Cascade Station and Washington Square Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Oregon Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moda Center or Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Lloyd Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Oregon Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Moda Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Portland State University - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • SE Grand & Stark Stop - 3 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baby Doll Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crema Bakery + Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bluto's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coava Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Retreat at the Heart of th Best of Inner SE Portland located?

Located in Southeast Portland, this holiday home is steps from Belmont and within 3 mi (5 km) of Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center. Laurelhurst Park and Hawthorne Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km). SE Grand & Belmont Stop is 23 minutes by foot and SE Martin Luther King & Morrison Stop is 24 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hosea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

My stay at the property was delightful. The home was everything I hoped for. It has character and is located in a wonderful neighborhood. It has easy access to many restaurants and shops, as well as a short commute to downtown and major freeways. Laurie was a fantastic host and was very welcoming! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we wanted

Perfect hosts, Babydoll Pizza down the block. ‘Nuff said.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place in great location

House was clean and in great location. Plenty of room for the four of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malek A., Albuquerque, NM USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great property, great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended place to stay in Portland

Property well managed and very clean, all facilities and close to shops. Neighbourhood very safe for walking around
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun

Great location near everything
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful House

This house was such a delight to stay in. It was bright, light-filled, very clean, and quiet. The kitchen and baths were so well stocked. The location is perfect for eating out, shopping and exercising. Staying here was truly the highlight of our vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S., Norwalk, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

The house was clean, well appointed, quiet and comfortable. Our hosts were very helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return Visit

This home is an excellent location for a Portland stay. The kitchen is well furnished for cooking, the second bathroom downstairs has a cozy wall heater, the beds and linens are clean and comfortable, and we appreciated the non-toxic toiletries and dish cleaning products. Communication with the host is effortless.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Portland stay!!

We were up for a home improvement week helping our kids with their older home, and stayed at this perfect home for our needs! Great quiet location, plenty of parking for two larger trucks on the street, super clean home, great bathrooms, roomy family room to relax after long days of work. We will definitely be staying here again as we come for future visits! A+++
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of my favorite places

This was our third stay. This time my 89 yr old Dad and his wife joined us. We had a wonderful time visiting my son and his girlfriend. We took walks, talked over coffee, cooked dinner, dined out, went on road trips, and played games in the house. It is the perfect house, in the perfect location. We love staying there.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Portland Visit

We stay here every year. We bring other family members to visit our adult children in the area. We love it. The house is perfect for our needs: clean, bright, spacious, comfortable, and well stocked. Laurie is lovely and helpful. There are improvements to the property every year, which means an already amazing stay keeps getting better. The location is convenient to great restaurants, shops, parks and walks. Use of the driveway and easy departures for day trips to vineyards, mountains, rivers, and the ocean make this a fantastic vacation spot.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to see Portland

My sister and I came to Portland for our youngest sister's Memorial service. This has been a hard year. We decided to stay 8 days, spending 4 days visiting with family and 4 relaxing, walking, sightseeing and eating great food. This location was absolutely perfect! We walked to Jam on Hawthorne for a great breakfast and then walked to the Ladd Circle Rose Garden. We walked to Indian Oven for dinner. Grocery stores were close. We drove to downtown Portland which only took 15 to 20 min and went to the Saturday Market, Oregon Historic Museum, the Melting Pot Fondue Restaurant, to the riverfront for a luncheon cruise (best food of the trip) and to the Japanese Gardens. Location, location made our trip perfect. The house was comfortable. We enjoyed slow mornings and restful sleep. The beds and pillows were great. It was perfect for two sisters but would host a family as well. We didn't even use the upstairs. We rested and enjoyed Portland, thanks to this fabulous location. We highly recommend booking a stay. This
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house !

The house was super clean and very, very well arranged for our family of 4 adults. Just fyi, there is a door at the botttom of the stairs to the 3rd bedroom, providing privacy. (We weren’t sure from the listing.) The residential neighborhood is beautiful, full of lovely craftsman houses. We loved walking to beautiful Laurelhurst Park every morning. We felt very safe walking in the neighborhood. The house is equally close to a huge Safeway in one direction and Whole Foods in the other. There are lots of restaurants close by. The a/c worked great during a heat wave.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Portland family visit

Excellent location and lovely setting. Spring flowers were beautiful. Hosts were great. Would recommend this property! Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect location for visiting Portland.

The property was centrally located surrounded by charming houses. The place was comfortable and plenty of room. The owner does live next door, and as we had an old friend visiting, I was concerned needlessly that our late night reminiscing might be disturbing. This never seemed to be an issue and we did respect the house rules as agreed upon. It is a clean, open space with room for up to 8, with 2 more beds upstairs. Having lived in Portland before, the location couldn't have been better. We absolutely had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B., Santa Cruz, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd visit to this enjoyable rental in great location

This is a well equipped rental in a very walkable neighborhood. The bedrooms are cozy, the kitchen has most everything you might need, and the living room and dining room are light filled and lovely, looking out over the beautiful trees that make Portland such a visual treat. This is our second time visiting this house. It has maintained all of the attributes that I looked for the first time. The hosts are friendly, and get back to any inquiries quickly. We had a very relaxing get-away.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Property

We really enjoyed our stay in Portland. Great location and the house was adorable. Had all the amenities needed plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Donna D., Asheville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Week

Peaceful, quiet, spacious. Lovely backyard and beautiful old growth tree that can be seen from kitchen window.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little duplex

House was clean and ready upon arrival, which was LATE due to delayed flights. Laurie left the lights on for us, which was a welcome gesture. House is close to a bus line, which made it easy to get around.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Portland getaway

This house was so cute and clean! We loved the openness of the floorplan and the large bay window in the den, as well as the basement space. The beds were all so comfortable and the bedding was so amazing that I came right home and ordered exactly the same for our beds! The property owners were so gracious and there were fresh flowers in every room. We had a wonderful time and we will be requesting this property again when we return to Portland in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great hosts, wonderful spot

A very well kept home with good amenities, good communication with owners, down to earth folks, great location near public transit and a lovely community,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Clean, bright, lots of space. Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry have everything you need. Great location on a quiet street with a lovely, private yard. Closet full of games, smart TV, maps and travel guides. There’s no reason to look elsewhere. I love this spot.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan G., Sun City West Az

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Very nice rental. Clean and comfortable, well stocked home. Quiet neighborhood while being close to restaurants and shopping. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and fabulous home.

We were five adults from NJ visiting family in the Portland Metro area. We were provided everything we needed plus! Spacious urban location yet a quiet, safe neighborhood. So much available in walking distance. Thank you for sharing your home Laurie and Matt!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Laurie and Matt

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Matt grew up in Portland, and after traveling and exploring, we are very happy to be home again in Portland.

Why they chose this property

This is a great spot to live, and to appreciate the best of what Portland has to offer. Once we are home at the end of the work day we can ditch our cars and walk to everything we need, great grocery shopping, parks, restaurants, bakeries and dessert spots, bars, and nightlife. There is more to do in our neighborhood than we have time to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

The City of Portland supports vibrant neighborhood shopping districts and SE Portland has some of the best. One of the things that makes this policy possible is the density, and short blocks. Most homes are tightly grouped with small yards. We have the luxury of a large yard, anchored by a giant Deadora Cedar, allowing a place to enjoy the outside just out the back door.

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