NEWLY RENOVATED Tranquil Forest Paradise. Bright & Open-Plan. Groups of 8.

Thank you for your comments Anissa and we are glad you found it to be the perfect size and location. Yes, a family lives here and no, we don't entirely vacate the house when we rent. We leave multiple pantry shelves bare for visitors and the refrigerator bare except for condiments. Our guests love that there is olive oil/ketchup/every spice imaginable. So, if you expect a vacation "unit" devoid of any evidence of residents then no, this isn't your place. (Note: Portland, Oregon requires that short-term rentals are occupied by owners 9 months out of the year. We are allowed to rent for three months total.)

Thank you so much for this thoughtful review Leigh Ann! I'm so glad you and your sister had an enjoyable stay and found the location and kitchen to your liking! Your feedback about personal items being left out is completely fair, and I've since made changes to ensure guests have a much more private, hotel-like experience. And as for the carpets? I can't take full credit for that decision — a very enthusiastic new puppy made the choice for me. The carpets are now gone, replaced with beautiful wall-to-wall hardwood floors throughout. As it turns out, puppies are surprisingly effective interior designers. I hope you'll consider coming back to see the updates — it's a new chapter for the house, and I think you'd love it.

Thank you for the detailed review. I am so glad you found my home beautiful, comfortable, and secure. I am confused and dismayed about the cleanliness comments. Prior to the arrival of this guest, I had an extensive deep clean of my home. I carefully inspected it and it looked gleaming. All the mirrors, tubs, and toilets included. I am new to VRBO but have used another popular rental service where I have 40 5-star reviews. (The cleanliness of my home is regularly noted.) I take this review very very seriously, and I will continue to always check the cleaners' work carefully. --Regarding food in the fridge. I want to be really clear that this is my home, not a "unit". I don't fully “move out” for guests. There are items inside drawers. There are some clothes hanging in closets (although I move them over and leave plenty of empty hangers). There is some dry food in the pantry. There are some condiments in the fridge (though shelves and all drawers are left clean and mostly empty). When I told this renter she was welcome to any food in my fridge and pantry, she seemed delighted. Again, I take reviews very seriously, I want happy and delighted guests. I strive to always be better! Thank you! Julia