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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Lloyd Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oregon Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Moda Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪24 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

Inviting Designer Cottage

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.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
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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

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 18-239401-000-00-HO

About the area

Portland

Southeast Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Cascade Station and Jantzen Beach Center 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.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Lloyd Center - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Oregon Convention Center - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Moda Center - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Portland State University - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Khao Moo Dang - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Cubo De Cuba - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McMenamins Bagdad Theatre & Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mulligan's Bar & Grill - ‬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 holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Hawthorne Theatre and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Oregon Convention Center. Belmont and Laurelhurst Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julian B.

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

Charming Place

I stayed here with my girlfriend for three nights, and we were both very comfortable and enjoyed our stay. The house had everything we needed. The location was perfect, being right in the Hawthorne neighborhood, with Fred Meyer, and loads of cafes and restaurants within walking distance. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A.

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

Perfect little home off Hawthorne

Clean, modern, cozy little home - perfect for a couple that wants to spend a few days enjoying SE Portland. Super easy to get around, quiet. Kitchen has some basics but I would plan on eating out mostly, especially as there are such great restaurants in every direction.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

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.

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

Jonathan D.

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

Rent it!

Lovely place, well decorated,, great natural light downstairs. Clean and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Nice Stay

We really appreciated the availability of street parking in front of the property. It made our coming and going each day convenient. The home was just as pictured and provided us the space we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

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

Great and cozy Place

Great place within walking distance of shopping, dining and bars. Enjoyed our stay and the host was super awesome! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

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

Great Stay

This is a great property. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

melissa l.

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

Portland

We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Market Street VRBO

Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john z., Connecticut

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

Summer weekend

Exactly as advertised…great location and wonderful air conditioning on 95+ degree days!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Wow - perfect in every way

Small but ideal - everything we needed and an unbeatable location. We like walks: and whether it’s a neighborhood stroll or to a destination (deluxe grocery store, excellent restaurants) this was a fantastic home base.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darin M.

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.

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

8/10 Good

Steve P.

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

Okay, but ..

Shower floors are very slippery. Main floor shower control very confusing. Microwave poorly positioned and control panel also confusing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

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

Great Location

The home is in a great location and is very charming. The space was utilized well in such a small home. We had a great stay and were within walking distance to all the activities we were interested in. Our only complaint is that the downstairs bathroom was not clean. It seems like this was probably an oversight since the rest of the home was clean. All and all, we would recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David L., Dallas, Texas

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

A++

Could not have asked for more from Natalie (the host), or a property, for that matter. So clean and welcoming; could not have asked for anything more. Simply the best! Would love to stay here again and would recommend any traveler to stay here! Side note: in my research I noticed mention of the light through the upstairs door/ window (which I was concerned about). That has been addressed with a retractable blind; like what is found throughout the house. So, book and relax – it’s all good!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Beautiful Design

We enjoyed our stay at this beautifully designed property. Everything was well appointed and very clean (except for a couple of pots in the kitchen...). The entire place stayed very cool as well. It was in the 80's during our trip, but we couldn't tell as the inside of the property was very comfortable and cool. A couple of things to note: - The area is very dark at night and the property is also dark at the entrance (no outside light at the door). - We only had issues parking one evening, the rest of the time we were able to park in front of the property. - There is a house fan in the upstairs bathroom next to the bedroom that runs constantly, so if you are a light sleeper, this may be an issue. - There is only one small TV downstairs, having one in the upstairs bedroom would have been nice. - Instructions for the Oven and Dishwasher would have been good to have as they are of European design and are not inherently easy to understand. - The washing machine and dryer were awesome and we really appreciated the free & clear laundry detergent!!! As far as communication, Natalie was awesome and very nice to work with. Instantly responded back to me on all things! Overall a great place to stay in Portland!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darrel James T.

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

Great place

Very happy with our stay. East to find, well located and a very nice unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Beautiful Cottage!

We were in Portland for a 10 day trip to visit our son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter. We loved everything about this space and had a great experience! I would highly recommend to any traveler. Natalie was awesome to work with and quickly responded to questions. The cottage was spotless and well appointed. There is a lot of natural light and the whole space felt open, bright and airy. We instantly felt comfortable and at home. The king bed in the upstairs bedroom was super comfortable with plenty of pillows. We unpack when we travel and were delighted to have ample closet space and hangers. There were remote controls upstairs and downstairs that made it super easy to control the temperature. Natalie provided clear instructions in the cottage on how to use them. We loved having the washer/dryer available and it allowed us to pack much lighter than we normally would have. It was just the two of us but it was still really great to have two very nice bathrooms. My husband took the upstairs bathroom and I set myself up in the downstairs bathroom. One of my favorite things about the cottage was the heated bathroom floors. Such a treat! We visited in early November and had some cold and rainy days so we were not outdoors as much as we would have liked but the cottage is in a really great location for walking to restaurants and shops. We rented a car for this trip and had no trouble parking on the street right in front of the house. I worked remotely the second week we were there and the fiber optic high speed internet was reliable and plenty fast. Thanks Natalie! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN B.

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

Delightful Guesthouse

This property did not disappoint. Not only was the property of beautiful architecture and design, but the host has done hospitality the right way for renters. The amenities with all the necessities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Eastern Portland Fall Stay

This rental was perfect for us: walkable neighborhood with many choices for coffee shops, restaurants and access to western Portland as well. The house was clean, we could always find a parking spot right in front and a perfect size for the two of us. Highly recommend this little gem in Portland.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Excellent property

The property is in a great location. It was easy to check in and was very clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eva H.

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

Visiting friends n family, yet staying out of the way.

Lovely! Great location. Nice light.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Awesome place

We really enjoyed our stay— nothing negative to say about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Your host

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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.

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