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Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Place, Alberta Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alberta Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Irving Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome!

Quick Facts:
3 bedrooms (2 with queen beds, 1 with two twin beds)
1.5 bathrooms
Private patio
In-unit laundry
Smart TV
High-speed WiFi (200 Mbps, 1.2 TB data)
Air conditioning
Fully stocked kitchen
Free on-street parking
One well-behaved pet welcome ($175 pet fee; please notify us at booking)

The Space:
This modern, bright, garden-level retreat features a spacious open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for relaxing, working, entertaining, and exploring Portland with ease.
When you arrive, you’re welcomed by a large private patio with built-in benches, a dining table, and comfortable lounge seating — perfect for morning coffee or evening wine. Inside, the open layout creates an inviting gathering space for family and friends.

The three bedrooms comfortably sleep six guests. For additional flexibility, the living room sofa or a floor blow up mattress can accommodate extra sleepers. Rest easy on brand-new Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses and high end Cozy brand sheets.

The Location:
You’ll be staying in one of Portland’s most vibrant neighborhoods: inner Northeast, just steps from Alberta Street.

Alberta is lined with galleries, boutiques, and some of Portland’s most beloved restaurants and cafés. Stroll the street and enjoy everything from Indian to Italian to Southern cuisine, plus locally roasted coffee, craft beer, and small-batch ice cream. You’re within walking distance of live music venues, a summer farmer’s market, an organic co-op, and countless neighborhood gems.

Just minutes from the airport and a short drive to downtown, this location makes the perfect home base for your Portland stay.

A Shift Vacation Rentals Perk:
When you stay with Shift Vacation Rentals, you receive exclusive discounts from our wonderful neighborhood partners, including Frock Boutique, Tin Shed, Mimosa Studios, Crafty Wonderland, and more. Eat, drink, and shop your way through the neighborhood — all just a stroll away and all at a discount.

Traveling with a Group?
This home is part of a duplex. The upstairs apartment, High Gear, can also be rented to accommodate larger groups — perfect for wedding parties, reunions, workshops, family gatherings, or business retreats.

Need even more space? We also have two additional rentals in the chic Mississippi District, just a five-minute drive away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 91817
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Portland

Located in Portland, this vacation home is in the city center. Washington Square Mall and Alberta Street 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 and Hoyt Arboretum. Traveling with kids? Make time for Oregon Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Moda Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and ice skating.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Alberta Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Alberta Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Irving Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Alberta Rose Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Peninsula Park Rose Garden - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • North Prescott Station - 4 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Shed Garden Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Radio Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bye and Bye - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mémoire Cà Phê - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roseline Coffee - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome!?

As of May 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome! on Jun 8, 2026 start from $413, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful & Beautiful - Walkable Location in Alberta Arts, Pets welcome! located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 2 mi (3 km) of Alberta Street, Peninsula Park Rose Garden, and Wonder Ballroom. Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, convenient location, street parking was always close, didn't have a problem finding close by. Considering we arrived almost 6am we were able to store our luggage at the property which was very helpful. Variety of food within walking distance. Host was also very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 25, 2026
Glad everything went so smoothly for you all. Having the luggage shed is ideal for people who fly in early or leave late. It's super handy to be able to drop it off and then go and explore before check in or after check out.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liane O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The outdoor seating area and yard were great! The beds and bedrooms were comfortable, and having the bathrooms open to the hallway made access easy for everyone. The house was clean and the decor was great! The refrigerator was very clean and completely empty. The upstairs guests were quiet and courteous. The only drawback is having to find parking in the street or in the neighborhood. But even with a 12 passenger van, we found parking each night. Best part was the location! Loved the shopping, food, and bar options. We will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Banu R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen, charming decor, adorable outdoor space, excellent location--what's not to love? We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2026
Fantastic thanks for the wonderful review. We aim to have the kitchens well stocked so cooking is seamless. Thanks for the charming decor comment- we want the houses to feel unique and original so we source a lot of the furniture and art from local artists and makers. Please come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loooooved. So quaint and comfortable and right in the heart of Alberta—across from coffee and breakfast, art and night life all around. The outside area is so thoughtful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2026
Yeah! So happy you loved it all! I agree the location is so ideal; many of Portland's best places are within a short walk. Glad you also enjoyed the outside- we had fun building that! Please come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were lovely and in great condition. We really appreciate that the space is also used to build community and that the hosts are really passionate about connecting new and resident community members.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 4, 2026
Thanks for this wonderful review! We stock the house with eco friendly, high quality, local products as we want our guests to feel the care for both them and the environment. We do also love hosting our monthly dinners- they are so powerful and connect people in beautiful ways!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! The host was super responsive when we couldn't figure out the heat system and came right over. The home is in a great area with lots of cute shops and food and an easy Uber ride to downtown. The home is decorated very cute and very clean. Overall a great stay! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 17, 2026
I am thrilled you guys had such a wonderful stay and enjoyed the house and neighborhood so much. I love how central the location is to explore all of Portland!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described.Great location!We stayed in LowGear, would love to try High Gear next time. It looked amazing.Thank you Jill
Just a cute area of Portland, even in the rain
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Very cool place and neighborhood

Loved our stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 13, 2023
Thanks Laura we enjoyed have you all in Low Gear. I am thrilled you loved the house and the neighborhood. When I travel I want to be walking distance from the places I want to visit, which is how we choose our locations. Please come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Excellent

Great location, wonderful space. Family of five adults loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 24, 2025
That is our goal- for everyone to love their stay!! I am so happy you loved the neighborhood and house. Please come back and stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn G.

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

Cute and clean!

Check in was very easy, our stay was great and we loved the apartment! Was perfect for our weekend getaway :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2024
So happy you loved your stay at Low Gear. We aim to have all of the communication easy and efficient so I’m happy you felt that. Please come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre d.

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

Near to lots of restaurants and Japanese Garden too!!

Very clean and modern accommodations. Enjoyed sushi next door plus Bollywood restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 24, 2023
Thanks for the review. I am so happy you found the house super clean and well kept up. I agree the restaurants on Alberta Street are some of the best in Portland and all a short walk away. Thanks for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great location!

Loved the location and the privacy of Low Gear (entrance in the back of the house)!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2024
Thanks Nicole- we love the back patio of Low Gear- with being right on Alberta Street you would never guess it because it's so quiet and peaceful back there! And then when you are ready to explore no car is needed- you are right there easy to walk to so many amazing spots!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

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

Great location!

Great communication and location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2022
Thanks Kayla- we love the location and are glad you enjoyed the communication and answers. Take care and please do come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

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

Great place!

I truly enjoyed this property for Its location and layout. The house is very cozy and the outdoor backyard is awesome. I hope I get to stay here again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Wonderful I thrilled you loved the coziness, location and outdoor spaces. We love being within a stroll to so many unique Portland businesses. Please do come back and stay here or at one of our other locations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson M.

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

Lovely stay!

A delightful house in a wonderful neighborhood! Walking distance to delicious restaurants and food trucks, a darling children’s bookstore and a coop grocery! Cute house and perfect for cooking and hanging out with both our college kids, elderly parents and dog! Enjoyed bbq on the terrace and people watching while drinking wine from a wonderful day trip to the Willamette Valley! Hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2025
Fabulous Alyson! I love everything about this review---how the house was perfect for your multiple generational family to cook and hang out in- even the dog was cozy! I can just see you all bbq-ing and then people watching with a delicious Pinot Noir. Seems you experienced the best of Oregon- glad we were able to be a part of that. Please do come and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

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

Perfect

Great place. Comfortable, clean, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2023
Thanks, so thrilled you found the house comfortable. We have excellent mattresses because we know how important a good sleep is when you are traveling (well, always sleep is key). Please come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie E.

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

Great location!

We very much enjoyed our stay on Alberta in the Lower Gear. The location is fantastic - coffee shop right across the street and lots of other fun spots, food, bars, wine bars around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2022
Thanks Maggie we loved having you! I hope you come back and stay here or at our Mississippi Ave location. I think you will also love that street, similar to Alberta with lots of adorable locally owned places.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi S.

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

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay and were very comfortable in the space. The beds are very comfy and the place is clean and well equipped. The neighborhood is fun and quirky, Portland at its best. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 8, 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I’m thrilled you found the beds comfortable. We tested a lot of mattresses out before deciding that these would be some of the most comfortable for our guests! And yes Alberta Street is such a wonderful neighborhood. I love that it’s such an authentic Portland Experience. Please come back and stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Fabulous location and property

Our family stayed for our daughters graduation from Portland State. It was a fabulous property in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2022
Julie, so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. What a great accomplishment to celebrate, congrats to your daughter! Glad you felt the location is great, we agree! Please come back and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stay was wonderful. Space was great and neighborhood is cool. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark L.

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

Great spot in great neighborhood

Really great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 31, 2022
Thanks Mark! So happy you loved the house and the neighborhood. We find that Alberta is such an unique street and are thrilled to be on it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

aaron h.

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

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Great location.. HIGH walkability score!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2023
Agreed, you can’t ask for a better location with all of the amazing places just outside your door. We look for a location like this when we travel so you can walk to things and be central to all Portland has to offer. Please come back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was an overall good experience. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Portland wedding

Great location! It was very comfortable & clean - worked well for our family. Would definitely stay again when next in Portland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 26, 2023
We can’t wait to have you back. We adore Alberta Street it is such a wonderful slice of the best of Portland with all if the independently owned stores and restaurants. Glad you loved it too.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

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

Excellent stay

We loved our stay here. Excellent location! We enjoyed exploring the neighborhood. House was clean and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2022
Thanks Claire for the lovely review. We also adore the location, so thrilled you loved it too! Loved having you all, and welcome you back anytime you wish!

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Ruber

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Myself and my Dutch husband, Klaas, are obsessed with travel, design, nature, hiking, and biking....We have combined all of these things into our vacation rental business. During our travels we constantly note what makes things feel unique and special and then incorporate them into our location. We want our guests to feel super comfortable. We can do this by making sure the kitchen is fully stocked, linens and towels are high quality, internet is high speed, the house is super clean. We also want people to feel that they are in Portland, not just anywhere. We do that by using locally made materials in the construction (tiles, flooring, art work), providing lots of info and books about the area, creating an insiders guide of our favorite places, and we have collaborated with locally owned shops who give discounts to our guests.

Why they chose this property

I think our rental has many unique areas- from a large side yard filled with interesting kids structures to corn hole which is a game that friends can play and enjoy for hours. Inside the house has bike themed interiors from hanging tricycle lights to handle bar coat racks. We wanted the house to be comfortable for guests, so details such as reading lights above the beds were put in every room. We hope you love your stay!

What makes this property unique

Make your experience in Portland as unique as the city itself by staying in our beautiful, eco-friendly, remodeled 3-bedroom space.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Dutch

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