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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Oregon Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Washington Square Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Portland State University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Portland, OR (HIO-Portland-Hillsboro)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers!

Our duplex home is in a residential neighborhood, minutes from downtown, the
Pearl District and Portland's old school Nob Hill. A perfect launching pad for all that
Portland offers: great restaurants, our famous food truck scene and art galleries.
As vetted Premier Hosts, we've created a space using our knowledge of what travelers are looking for when booking their next vacation or business trip.
Our home is set up with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower and one bathtub. Perfect for traveling families, friends and co-workers. We’ve hosted them all, here!
Many of Portland’s famous attractions are just minutes away: Hoyt Arboretum, Oregon Zoo, the Rose Test Garden and Japanese Garden - to name a few.
Here to catch a Timbers or Thorns game in Soccer City - we are a short 10 minute drive or keep it simple and take Trimet bus #20 door to door!
Live like a local and walk down 23rd Avenue, shop small and local. Enjoy a local pint of beer and snack in some of our great restaurants. Prior to your arrival, we will send you a list of our favorites - so, you can start planning your trip before you arrive.
Our location is close to St. Vincent’s Hospital and many other medical and surgical centers. We’ve hosted many families traveling to support their sick loved one or recover from surgery before heading back home. Let us know how we can help and we will do our best to make this end of your visit stress free.
Upon arrival, we have a selection of local beverages, tea, coffee and a few snacks to get you through a late arrival and first morning cup of coffee. Our kitchen is stocked with essential items and a few extras we like to have on hand for our guests.
As native Oregonians, we look forward to hosting you and are happy to help with travel plans and questions before and during your stay!
Ring camera installed in entrance area.

Property manager

Jim and Shannon Fuhrer
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
We have a required Guest Info. Sheet that must be completed prior to arrival. Primary guest must be 25, ID enforced and have VRBO account.
This home is a duplex and has full time residents next door. Please be respectful and honor our quiet hours from 10 pm - 7 am. Entry is a quiet zone.
No large gatherings or parties. Only registered guest overnight. Break rules and you will be escorted off the property immediately without refund.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Portland

Located in Portland, this holiday home is in the city centre. Washington Square Mall and Cascade Station 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 going on at Moda Center, or consider a night out at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. 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

  • Oregon Zoo - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Washington Square Mall - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Portland Japanese Garden - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Portland State University - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Beaverton Hall-Nimbus Station - 6 min drive
  • Sunset Transit Center - 16 min walk
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eastern Pearl Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers! located?

Located in West Haven-Sylvan, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cedar Hills Crossing, Washington Park and Hoyt Arboretum. Oregon Zoo and Beaverton Civic Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km). Sunset Transit Center is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth S.

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

Our Stay in Portland

This is a lovely quiet property within a reasonable drive into Portland. The area has wonderful grocery stores and an abundance of nice restaurants. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvette B.

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

Good stay

I was recovering from surgery and it was very close to the hospital we appreciated all the organized efforts made by the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena K.

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

Portland Cycling trip

Clean, convenient, quiet. Really great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla A.

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

Thank Giving

We have left
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Must home to stay

Location cleanliness easy to and from visit to day trips
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The perfect spot for your Portland visit

This was the perfect location for our visit to Portland - great duplex in a nice neighborhood and easy to get to everything we wanted to see. We loved the house - Definitely recommend for your next location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S., Jacksonville, Oregon, USA

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

Great property, great location, great service!

Incredibly clean, comfortable, and well appointed. The owner was very helpful and kind and made sure we had everything we needed. Parking and check in/out was super--easy and quick.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Christmas visit with family

This is our second time at this property and we will return again. The hosts are the best in communicating in advance and so welcoming. Very comfortable accommodations and convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Perfectly presentable

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was pristine and clean with modern decor and facilities. The home was very comfortable to stay in and we appreciated all the amenities offered and would definitely stay again if we are in the area again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet & Richard K.

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

Enchantment in Portland

My adult daughter and I were thrilled by the clean, inviting accommodations. The place was spotless! It provided comforts of home. Nice comfy beds, equipped bathrooms and extra amenities and snacks for any needed items missed in packing while traveling. We would like to return and call this our home away from home! We enjoyed exploring the area and will look forward to our return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

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

Lovely, clean home in the Beaverton area.

This home was immaculate, had all information written down in an organized 3-ring binder, and hosts responded immediately to our texts. Recommend this place for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha P.

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

Perfect location

The place was beautiful and clean ( all linens smelled freshly laundered) perfect for my family. Host had some goodies in the fridge that were so welcoming after a drive there. Enough space for the teens to spread out after our day trips in the car and great location for all the activities we had planned.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

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

Very nice

the four adults found the place great for the weekend. The place was very clean, comfortable, and well organized. Both beds and bathrooms were comfortable. The hosts were very responsive. Will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Family visit

First time visiting Portland as son and family recently relocated to Oregon. This rental was perfect for us, close proximity to family. Super clean, very comfortable and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tami F.

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

Perfect home away for a week!

I stayed for a week to send my kids to camp, and it was a perfect home away for all of us. The bedrooms were well appointed and comfy, there was great laundry, kitchen, and living room amenities, and it was easy to remotely work for the week. Thoughtful touches made it extra nice, like coffee (and an assortment of milk!) for the first morning and a warm welcome from the hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay Y.

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

Comfortable, quiet property with convenient auto access to grocery, downtown & Burnside bridge.

Manager went the extra mile in locating indoor pool for my husband; just sorry it didn't work out. Operating the thermostat was tricky but it kept the property comfortable. Kitchen well supplied with cookware, flatware, glass & dishware. Large & efficient washer & dryer. Well-furnished, private & safe accommodation.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

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

Great home base to explore Portland!

This was a great place for us to stay while doing day trips in and around Portland! The home was clean and very well equipped! The hosts were very responsive with any questions during our stay and we were happy with the quiet location. The furnishings were all updated and the bedding was very comfortable - which is not always the case! If you’re looking for a comfortable home base in Portland we highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Wish I could give it 6 stars

This place was absolutly perfect for our family. The location was great - close to downtown and friends outside town, quiet tree lined streets. the unit was exactly as advertised and then some. Modern updates, clean, and the owners thought of everything (and I mean everything) to make our stay comfortable. We will stay here again for sure and HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ka K.

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

Perfect

The property was very clean, easy check in process. Jim communication was amazing from checking in to checking out! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Cute place in safe neighborhood

We stayed in the super cute place for a trip to Oregon to check out the area. Everything was super clean, beds nice and comfy, and lots of snacks upon arrival. Loved that this unit had a washer and dryer as well. Had a few small hiccups that were quickly resolved. Jim and Shannon are amazing hosts and go above and beyond for their guests! I would definitely recommend this rental as A+. We felt very safe in this quiet little neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky M.

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

Getaway

Tha home was immaculate and well located. Very comfortable Need a rubber backing bathroom rug in master bathroom please. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Felt Like Home

This place deserves a higher rating than 5. We slept like we were in our own beds. Mattress and pillows were extremely comfortable. The unit had all the items we needed for entertainment, eating and relaxing. The location was convenient to the Pearl District, Powell's Books, Portland Japanese Gardens, Pittock Mansion, with a pleasant scenic drive to Haystack Rock and Silver Falls, also several venues for concerts. The owner communication was by far the best I have ever had renting a VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Central location and very clean

This property is centrally located to downtown Portland, the south suburbs and Vancouver. It is inviting and felt very comfortable to relax after all day site-seeing! The kitchen, bathrooms and rooms are very clean and nicely decorated. You are not walking distance to groceries or entertainment, but can enjoy a pleasant walk to a mini market and neighborhood bar. Shannon was excellent in her communications and very responsive. Check-in process was super easy, but don’t get nervous if the code doesn’t come within the 24 hours mentioned. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trista M., Mission Viejo

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

Perfect All Around

My husband and I came to Portland to visit family for Thanksgiving. This home was perfect…great location, very clean, great layout, and comfortable. I love to cook and cooked everyday we were there. The kitchen was pretty well stocked, but for me I just needed a few extra cooking utensils since I was making a Thanksgiving meal. There was even spices and all the oils I needed which made it really nice not having to buy those for our visit. Everything was so clean and fresh. The sofa and beds were super comfy. Location was great! My aunt, who lives nearby this home, always joked that everything is 15 mins away. Well, she was right….everyplace we wanted to go was just about 15 mins away. The farthest away was 20 mins to St. John’s for Sparrow Bakery, but the drive there was beautiful. The owners were great. Very responsive. We had just a few minor things we needed and they were very quick to accomodate and so nice. I’ll definitely stay again next time I come back to Portland.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Chico CA, United States

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

Quiet Convenient Duplex

The duplex is located in a quite neighborhood with quick access to the Hwy 26 and 217. Although a duplex, the units have a bit of privacy from each other. The couch and beds are very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and cook ware. There is a small area outside the dining area with a table and a couple chairs but this is not a VRBO for outside seating or relaxing. This is about the space inside and it is very nice inside indeed. Hosts Jim and Shannon were quick to communicate and have a VRBO that I highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Shannon Fuhrer

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Jim and Shannon are locals and love sharing all their unique insights of the city and state. With a keen interest in the outdoors and the city’s food and art scene, we can help with your vacation planning as much as you would like.
As VRBO hosts for the last seven years, we know what our guests are looking for and try to exceed your expectations. We look forward to hearing from you!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location - we think our duplex has the best!
We love our duplex - the location has so many great attributes: less than 90 minutes to the beach, the mountains or the Columbia Gorge and 10 minutes to many of Portland’s greatest attractions.
While most guests would prefer a car, our home is close to mass transit. A quick bus ride and you will be downtown, Nob Hill, or Pearl District. Some of best restaurants, food carts and brew pubs are less than 20 minutes away.
If you are in Soccer City for a Timbers or Thorns game, Providence Park is a straight shot down the hill.
Kids in tow, we have you covered - the Oregon Zoo and the wooded trails of Hoyt Arboretum are close by. OMSI is just across the river.
Want to unwind and self reflect - spend an afternoon wandering in our famous Japanese Garden, Rose Test Garden or Chinese Garden, all just minutes away.
Looking to explore Oregon wine country- Willamete Valley and our world class Pinots are just around an hour away. Visit tasting rooms, explore fine dining and antique shops all in an afternoon.
For those here to work, Nike, Intel and the other big guys in town are all really accessible.

St. Vincent’s Hospital is in walking distance and OHSU is just 20 minutes away.

Long term guests have great discounted rates, please inquire before booking.

When done exploring, come home to a quiet residential neighborhood and relax at your home. Bring dinner in or stop by the neighborhood grocery store and prepare a great family meal. The house is set up for your comfort and after being gone all day, you will enjoy the peace and quiet of home.
This is not a party house our neighbors are full time residents. Only registered guests are allowed over night. Break the rules and you will be asked to leave immediately without refund.

What makes this property unique

If you want to explore more of Oregon, check out our other VRBO listing in the Columbia Gorge and add some dates experiencing world class wind surfing, kite boarding and hiking trails. And not to mention great food, wine and beer. www.vrbo.com #819931

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests