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Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers!

Vacation home in Portland with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Terrace/patio
Located in a charming Portland neighborhood, this duplex home is minutes from downtown and offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy local flavors at nearby restaurants, explore art galleries on 23rd Avenue, or take advantage of the fully stocked kitchen with essentials like coffee and snacks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Portland, this vacation home is in the city center. Washington Square Mall 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 going on at Moda Center, or consider a night out at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Oregon Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Portland Japanese Garden - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Washington Square Mall - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Moda Center - 11 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café West Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pit Stop Sports Bar & BBQ Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cornell Farm Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪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!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

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

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Fantastic Launching Pad for all that Portland Offers! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout was perfect, being in a house without stairs was perfect for the age of some members of the family. Location was great, allow for easy drive to parts of Oregon such as the Oregon Coast, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

Lindsey H.

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

First visit to Portland

Exactly as described. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to Portland and shopping in Beaverton.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Portland jump off

Very cute home, updated and well decorated with nice amenities. The property manager made checking in a breeze. The location is perfect for getting around and located in a peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

Verified traveler

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

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

Susan H.

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

Kansans to the Northwest!

Two active 60 couples exploring the Seattle and Portland areas! This location was excellent! Close “enough” to downtown Portland and close to Beaverton. Easy access to hiways. Owners left a very detailed notebook explaining their expectations and even recommendations of places to eat. Even listed grocery stores nearby. They had some treats for us upon arrival which we appreciated. Owners were easy to contact and responded quickly. We enjoyed our stay here very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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

Emma T.

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

Tip top quality and cleanliness

Amazing cleanliness and quality of the property. Details like crisp white towels and all cotton white bed linens, oeko tex pillow covers, smells like clean laundry. Even pots and pans and dishes and utensils were of high quality. It’s like staying at a 5 star quality hotel suite. The area is super convenient but green and lush and walkable at the same time. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jennifer M.

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

Home away from home!

We stayed at the Launching Pad during part of our house remodel. It was perfect for the two of us. I would feel comfortable staying there with three people but there is definitely room for a fourth. The second room is small but there is enough closet space for up to four residents. The neighborhood is quiet and there are plenty of windows to allow a nice cross breeze. The house cooled off quickly with the AC. Jim and Shannon were very nice, quick to respond and very helpful if needing to extend the stay. This is also a great place for people coming to Providence St. Vincent Medical Center for procedure/surgeries that may have to stay for an extended period of time afterwards. I would recommend this VRBO property and it's owners to family in friends without question.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025

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

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

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