Inviting Designer Cottage

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Location

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Portland, OR

Hawthorne District1 min walk
Oregon Convention Center7 min drive
Moda Center8 min drive
Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

A traveller's dream. Inviting and spacious, modern and luxurious, this is the perfect spot to hang out after a busy day enjoying the city. Enjoy the fully-equipped kitchen or go ahead and try one of many nearby award-winning restaurants. With designer elements, heated bathroom floors, high ceilings, tons of natural light, built to be energy efficient, this place warms or cools in an instant and blocks out the sound of the nearby hustle.

Perfectly situated one block from Hawthorne Blvd and six blocks from Division St, you'll be right in the heart of what is cool about Portland. Stroll in any direction to browse boutiques, movie theaters that serve food and drinks, plush dining experiences, quiet cafes, and beautiful parks. Transportation is right outside the door, with Biketown bike share, Tri-met rapid bus lines, and readily available Lyft drivers. This is the place to experience Portland-style action.

Once inside, it's easy to find comfort. All of the details of home will surround you: a fully-equipped kitchen, comfy seating, the best bed ever. Quiet, peaceful, modern, clean, warm and inviting, you'll drop everything to sink into this space. A king size bed is upstairs in the master suite with full luxury bath. The main level sofa turns into the best sofa bed you've ever experienced. Memory foam, luxurious linens, and comfy pillows will make for a dreamy experience. While it's not exactly a second bedroom, the sofa bed is in the rear living space of the house, leaving the front great room still available for guests to wander around.

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Portland

This vacation home is located in Southeast Portland, a neighborhood in Portland. Hawthorne District and Lloyd Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Portland Japanese Garden. Check out an event or a game at Moda Center, and consider making time for Oregon Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

Portland, OR

What's nearby

Hawthorne District - 1 min walk
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry - 7 min drive
Oregon Convention Center - 7 min drive
Moda Center - 8 min drive
Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

SE Grand & Taylor Stop - 5 min drive
Portland Union Station - 18 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

The Waffle Window - 5 min walk
El Cubo De Cuba - 5 min walk
McMenamins Bagdad Theatre & Pub - 6 min walk
Fried Egg, I'm In Love - 4 min walk
Master Kong - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting Designer Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Inviting Designer Cottage located?

Located in Southeast Portland, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Hawthorne District and within 3 mi (5 km) of Oregon Convention Center and Oregon Health and Science University. Hawthorne Theatre and Laurelhurst Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Feb 26, 2024

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

New clean well located

Perfect home for our stay

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Dec 31, 2023

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

Loved our stay

This darling little home had everything we needed. It is very clean and in a fun neighborhood. This is our second stay and I know we will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin M.

Dec 11, 2023

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

Our go-to place when visiting Portland

We’ve stayed here twice and it’s our favorite place for a weekend in Portland. Centrally located in the Eastside neighborhoods and walking distance to innumerable shops and restaurants, plus several grocery stores. Unit is spacious, with a very well stocked kitchen and 2 full baths. We were able to entertain friends for dinner. Even though it’s an ADU, the layout is private and you feel like you have your own house. Recommended for anyone seeking a Portland getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Oct 16, 2023

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

Great location; European styling

Residential neighborhood, clean and comfortable. Kitchen is great for breakfast and small gatherings. All the basics included. New bathrooms. Comfortable bed. Could use a few more mugs and a lighter weight blanket as an option. Whole house fan vibration takes some getting used to. Would absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Oct 7, 2023

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

Market Street VRBO

Awesome!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Your host

We are a family of four with two elementary aged boys, and we've lived in the house next door since 2008. Justin is a high school science teacher and started a hands-on science program, complete with a farm, commercial kitchen and wood shop. Natalie is a local Realtor with Living Room Realty, and loves providing clients with upmost service and expertise in the local real estate market. We've lived in this neighborhood together since 2000, except for one year spent abroad in Switzerland, where we had our first born child. We love to travel to as many places as we can squeeze in each year, focusing on nature and cultural experiences for our kids. When we're home, we enjoy hiking, skiing, playing with our sweet golden doodle, and cooking from scratch with as many locally sourced ingredients as possible.

Why they chose this property

We built this house in 2016 when the City of Portland started to provide incentives for building mother-in-law types of units in the heart of the city. We fell in love with this idea and the potential rental benefit it offered in the short term and the opportunity of retiring in it full-time in the long term. We hired our friend and local architect who spent countless hours dreaming up a layout that is both functional and beautiful in 800 square feet. Click this link for more info on our process:

What makes this property unique

We went all out with the design and quality of this home when we built it. Every light switch, fixture, design element were thought of and executed by me and based on what I love about a house. The challenge was to design a home that flows well and is modern and luxurious, while remaining functional and comfortable: we did not want an overly cold, stiff and boxy new build. One of the most energy efficient houses in the neighborhood, the insulation is tight and the materials behind the walls are well above code. The single-wall kitchen features European high end appliances with every little detail thought of. The upstairs bedroom is a sanctuary, with high ceilings, a huge closet, a tiny balcony for light, and stained glass I designed to add color into the space. The bathrooms are luxurious, with heated tile, never ending hot water and great pressure in the showers.