Beautiful Zen Retreat Portland, Oregon Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 209736

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Location: Portland, Portland Metro, Oregon, USA (10 Minutes to Downtown, 20 Minutes from Airport.)

Accommodations:  House, Studio, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)

Our cottage is a tranquil getaway located on a quiet street in the flourishing Richmond neighborhood of Southeast Portland. Tucked in a private back garden, it is walking distance to the famous Stumptown Coffee, many excellent restaurants, a delightful French bakery, shops, supermarkets, Mt. Tabor Park, and the vibrant Hawthorne and Clinton districts.

The cottage sleeps two in a custom designed, Asian style retreat. This cottage is a studio with a top of the line queen size futon bed. The suite is beautifully furnished with bamboo flooring throughout, ample shelving, and a flat screen TV with DVD. The kitchen is fully equipped for a pleasurable cooking and entertaining experience with brand new stainless steel appliances, seating in a dining nook, and a kitchen bar with two stools for casual dining. The bathroom is off the kitchen and has gorgeous tilework, a bath, and a shower.

The space was built to be as green and energy efficient as possible. The place is fitted with a tankless water heater, dual flush toilet, Low-E windows, doors, and skylights, low VOC paints, and EconoHeat heating panels.

The front door opens onto a patio with flagstones and an outdoor dining set (weather permitting!) for four people with a gas grill upon request. A short drive or bus ride gets you downtown, and the airport is 20 minutes away.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Theme Park (Amusement Park)
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Parasailing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Spelunking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Racquetball
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseshoes
  • Miniature golf
  • Shuffleboard
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning

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Apr 01-Sep 30 ......... $115/night (2 night minimum) .. $750/week
Oct 01-Mar 31 ......... $100/night (2 night minimum) .. $650/week
Thanksgiving Week ..... $125/night (3 night minimum)
Christmas/New Year's .. $125/night (3 night minimum)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 11/15/09
  Positive Rating
  Richard and Lori , Vancouver, BC
  • The Zen Cottage is cozy, yet modern and bright. We loved the location, which is walking distance to all sorts of good things, including the best pizza. Sid and Anna were great hosts -- helpful and available when we needed them.
• 07/23/09
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  Will & Amy Jones , Indianapolis, IN
  • My husband and I just returned from our Portland vacation and couldn't be happier. Sid and Anna were wonderful hosts. They offered great suggestions and were just great to chat with about our adventures. The cottage was exceptionally clean with everything you could possibly need. The neighborhood felt very safe. There were many great restaurants and shops nearby. Don't miss the excellent food at Poqui No mexican restaurant. It is worth the wait in line. I would highly recommend the zen cottage to anyone travelling to Portland. Thank you so much Sid and Anna.
• 07/11/09
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  Jody , LA, CA
  • We stayed at the Zen Cottage for several weeks in May and it was fantastic! First of all the owners, Sid and Anna, are great, down to earth people who are happy to accomodate your needs but also respect your privacy. I had a laundry list of "needs" and they had everything! Family friendly? ( we stayed with our 2 year old daughter) Yes. Wifi? Yes. An iron, an french press coffee maker? Yes,Yes. All of this in an imaculate, stylish cottage with a full sized kitchen. We also loved the little things that made it so much nicer than most places...skylights over your bed, cool japanese decor, warm bamboo floors, beautiful tile in the bath and a lovely green garden outside your door. You should stay here!
• 07/01/09
  Positive Rating
  Joanne Teasdale ,
  • Thank you Anna and Sid for making my visit to Portland so wonderful. The cottage was impeccable and the surrounding garden beautiful. See you on my next trip! Joanne Teasdale
• 03/29/09
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  Catherine McMillan , St. Louis, MO
  • Immediately upon arriving at the Zen Cottage, I was so excited! Anna was sick, but so nice to let us in late (it was at least 9:30 PM.) She chatted for a moment and gave us some tips about the place and the area. The cottage was so stylish and cozy. My friend and I slept very well in the bed. The heating system worked fantastically and we were always comfortable. Really, there are no complaints! I loved the view of their garden in the back and also how easy it was to get to downtown from the bus stop only a couple blocks away. I really enjoyed the freedom and the privacy we had staying at the Zen Cottage. No Housekeeping waking you up at 8AM - that was definitely a plus in my book! The neighborhood was quiet and safe. I would recommend the Zen Cottage anytime and I'm sure I'll stay there again. Anna and Sid were so nice! Thank you guys!
• 01/14/09
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  Sandi Henry , McKinleyville, CA
  • Calm, quiet, understated elegance-that is the Zen Retreat! My husband and I stayed at this VRBO during the first week in January and our experience was delightful. The location of the cottage in Portland's SE section near Hawthorne was just perfect. We could walk to many enjoyable restaurants and coffee bars as well as meander through the charming quiet residential areas. Our hosts, Sid and Anna made the process of booking the cottage painless and they made sure all our needs were met while we stayed there. I'd highly recommend the Zen Retreat as a lovely Portland destination.
• 01/09/09
  Positive Rating
  Lindy Patterson , Atlanta, GA
  • We are so very happy to have found this cozy, clean, convenient "zen retreat." The space was very private, serene, and comfortable. Anna and Sid were super helpful and thought of everything to make our week-long holiday visit relaxing and fun. They even mailed us a few forgotten items. Thank you, Anna and Sid! We'll be back!
• 12/13/08
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  Whitney , Santa Cruz, CA
  • My husband and I stayed here on our way from California to Washington State, and we would return in a heartbeat. In fact, we plan to! This place is fantastic! It is a truly modern yet cozy retreat with everything we needed for a refreshing and memorable stay, including a comfortable bed, full kitchen, and nice, clean restroom. The studio has complete privacy and opens onto a very nice backyard, making us feel right at home in Portland.

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