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PDX Launching Pad - 2 bedroom house in a close-in, quiet Portland neighborhood

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Oregon Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Washington Square Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Portland State University
    ‪8 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

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

PDX Launching Pad - 2 bedroom house in a close-in, quiet Portland neighborhood

Our duplex home is in a residential neighborhood - minutes from downtown, the Pearl District, and Portland's old-school Nob Hill. Our location is a perfect launching pad for all that Portland offers: great restaurants, our famous food truck scene, and the Pacific Northwest outdoors.

As vetted Hosts, we've created a space using our knowledge of what travelers look for when booking their next vacation - comfy beds and linens, updated throughout, private working space, and a small backyard with outdoor furniture.

Our rental is in a duplex next door to full-time residents in a quiet residential neighborhood- just a few miles from the city center. Easy access to the mountains or beach - only 90 minutes in either direction.

Recently the home was updated from top to bottom with our future guests in mind. We are set up to provide a great night’s sleep. We have super comfy mattresses, high-count cotton sheets, fluffy down comforters, and pillows. Each bathroom is stocked with thick cotton towels, soaps, and shampoo. Take a long shower or soak in the tub - you have access to both!
Here for work, we have a nice workspace set up in the primary bedroom with task lighting and a large desk. Or you can spread out in the dining room. High-speed internet is available throughout the home.
If you need to do a load of laundry, we have a washer and dryer on site and plenty of soap. A small iron and ironing board are also on-site to freshen up your packed clothes.
Our home is a great place to connect with your local family and feel like part of the community. We are located near Portland's prestigious St Vincent’s Hospital and the home is a perfect place to support a loved one - just a short drive or walk away.

This is not a party house or a place for large gatherings. We are respectful of our full-time residents and have quiet hours in place from 10 pm - 7 am. Ring camera enforced.

Our guests have access to the entire right side of the duplex - no shared space. The home has a small, private backyard through a sliding door in the dining room and primary bedroom.

We look forward to welcoming you to our place.

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

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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
Primary guest must have an active account on VRBO and on site for duration of booking. Primary guest must be 25, ID may be required at check in.
Guest must complete Guest Information Form at booking. Registered guests (4) only 11 pm - 7 am. No parties or large gatherings. Ring Camera Enforced.
No smoking inside or outside, anywhere on property including driveway, patio and backyard.

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

About the area

Portland

West Haven-Sylvan, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Washington Square Mall and Cascade Station 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. Check out an event or a game at Moda Center, and consider making time for Oregon Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking nearby.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Oregon Zoo - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Washington Square Mall - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Portland State University - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Portland Japanese Garden - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 14 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Beaverton Hall-Nimbus Station - 6 min drive
  • Sunset Transit Center - 16 min walk
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 41 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 PDX Launching Pad - 2 bedroom house in a close-in, quiet Portland neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is PDX Launching Pad - 2 bedroom house in a close-in, quiet Portland neighborhood located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

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

Beautiful and serene

What an adorable place. I came to Portland for a surgery. The duplex was a 2 minute drive to the hospital which was ideal.The place is well laid out with a beautiful private yard. The perfect place for recovery.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritch J.

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

Portland Explore

We had a great time and got out and explored just as planned. Tillimook Forest, Cannon Beach, Pearl and Alphabet Districts, Japanese Garden, and so on. Thanks for the great home base!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Shannon Fuhrer

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We are local landlords, who accidentally embarked on the short-term rental business about 9 years ago when we started renting our vacation home in the Columbia Gorge. We love sharing our knowledge of the area with our guests - their families, co-workers, and friends. Shannon grew up in Portland and as a couple, we've been in Portland for 30 years. We love art, food and outdoor activities and are happy to share our personal favorites with our guests.

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is a quiet, multi-generational neighborhood of duplexes. Located just off of HQY 26 and 217. Minutes from downtown Portland, premier hospitals (St Vincent's, OHSU, Legacy Emanuel, and Good Sam), and PDX industry (Nike, Intel, Columbia, LAM, etc.). We love that we are also 90 minutes to the Oregon Coast, Mt. Hood, Columbia Gorge, and Willamette Valley.

Public transportation is just a short walk from the home, but a car is advantageous.

Grocery stores and restaurants are nearby.

What makes this property unique

Modern and recently updated throughout, this home is clean, elegantly furnished, and sophisticated. We created the space with our guests in mind - comfy beds and linens, a deep couch, and an awesome kitchen for the traveler: quality dishes and flatware, a gas range, and a nice collection of cooking tools.
We also stock an ever-changing collection of morning items and snacks for arrival.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests