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Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome!

Looking out the window onto vibrant Alberta Street is excellent people watching.

Inviting, super clean, perfectly located. Plus local welcome treats await you.

The best location you can ask for in the heart of Alberta with plenty of space.

A fun, open and bright welcoming home awaits your visit! Local art adorns the walls & custom furniture provide a true Portland experience

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Location
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer
Kitchen
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Portland, OR

Alberta Street
‪1 min walk‬
Moda Center
‪6 min drive‬
Oregon Convention Center
‪7 min drive‬
Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome!

Shift Vacation Rentals~ High Gear Quick Facts:
4 bedrooms - 3 with queen beds, 1 double down/twin up bunk bed
2 full bathrooms
Open floor plan with living room, dining room, and kitchen.

This historic duplex is located in the heart of Portland's most unique neighborhoods: the Alberta Arts District, where there is always something unbelievable to look at, like people riding bikes while juggling. Amazing restaurants to eat at; it’s home to Portland's culinary creativity. Fun pubs to have a drink; locally brewed beers won't disappoint. And loads of independent stores to purchase gifts, adorable dresses, and funky jewelry await you. The best part is it’s the location you hope to get when booking a vacation rental. Within walking distance to all on Alberta Street, it’s 15 minutes by car from the airport and 10 minutes by car to downtown Portland. The bus stop is a block away, and there is free street parking.

High Gear (the upper level of the duplex) has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with an open living, dining, and kitchen area. The first floor houses 3 of the bedrooms: 2 with queen beds and the third with a bunk bed (double lower and twin above). The first floor also has a full bath with a walk-in shower. The second floor houses a fourth bedroom, a loft area with a futon and skylights, and a gorgeous full bathroom.

The kitchen is fully stocked, from coffee grinder to microwave oven to blender. You will be able to cook up a feast and eat in comfort at the wood dining table.

One major perk about renting with us at Shift Vacation Rentals is the coupons our lovely neighbors share with our guests. Frock Boutique, Tin Shed, Mimosa Studios, Eco Vibe Apparel, Imelda's Shoes, Crafty Wonderland, and more... You get discounts to all these wonderful places! So eat, drink, and shop—all just a stroll away and all at a discounted price!

The side yard boasts an exterior ping-pong table, picnic table, propane BBQ, and tree-covered sitting area. In nice weather, it’s a perfect spot to enjoy a meal or let the kids run free!

A well-behaved pet is allowed. The pet fee is $175.

The house has been newly gutted and remodeled using sustainable and local materials and has inspiring touches throughout. It promises to be one of the best vacation rentals in all of Portland.

For larger groups, this house can be rented along with Low Gear, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental located in the lower section of this duplex.
Need more space? Please check out our two other rentals in the chic Mississippi District.

Internet is fast and reliable! The amount of data is 1.2 terabytes. 200 Mbps.

We are fully permitted and compliant with the City of Portland. Permit number #TL90695.

Property manager

Michelle Ruber

Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 90695

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Portland

Located in Portland, this holiday home is in the city centre. Jantzen Beach Center and Vancouver Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Oregon Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Delta Park East and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.

Portland, OR

What's nearby

Alberta Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lloyd Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Moda Center - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Oregon Convention Center - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Roseline Coffee - ‬4 min walk
‪Salt & Straw - ‬7 min walk
‪Little Big Burger - ‬7 min walk
‪Great Notion Brewing - ‬8 min walk
‪Bye and Bye - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ideally Located, Modern & Artistic Large House ~ Pets Welcome! located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Alberta Street and Alberta Rose Theatre. Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patipan P.

1 Jul, 2025

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

Quick Stop in Portland

Great space for our group of 7 adults passing through Portland. The place made us wish we could stay longer! The space is great, the neighborhood has nice food options, and it's easy to get around by car.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kindra R.

1 May, 2025

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

Great neighborhood spot

Enjoyed the local feel and the great neighborhood

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

7 Jun, 2025

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

Short stay

Property was beautifully located, well cared for and comfortable. It had everything we needed and our kids slept well with minimal noise or outside distractions. Sheets and towels were also comfortable. Would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

8 May, 2025

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

Portland

The perfect stay! The house is so charming, the amenities were great, and perfect location!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

27 May, 2025

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

Great visit!

We had a great time! House was beautiful for a friend reunion and great location. Had some confusion with the listing initially with the upper and lower levels being separate, but it was a great spot for us!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaarine M.

31 May, 2025

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

Gorgeous Alberta Home

This property was absolutely gorgeous and felt so homey. My family of 7 adults had ample room to relax, have our daily coffee gatherings and even a chat session in the outside garden. The location was a dream; lots of coffee shops, bars, restaurants --- the walkability was 10 out of 10! Would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

10 Apr, 2025

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

Perfect location

My friends and I stayed here for our annual girls trip and it was perfect. The property was unique and made for some great photo ops. There are a lot of shops, restaurants, and bars within walking distance of the house and everything else is a short car ride away. The beds were also very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

25 Mar, 2025

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

Complete Alberta Arts district experience!

Safe and comfy, this central spot gives you a good home base and makes it easy to not only get around but fully experience all of what the Alberta arts district has to offer. Everyone in my group, young to old, loved something about our stay. The owners were easy to talk to, quick to answer, and very understanding. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

30 Jun, 2024

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

Fantastic!

A really wonderful place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

10 Mar, 2024

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

Base camp for family gathering

Lovely, cute place in a really fun, vibrant part of town.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami G.

12 Mar, 2018

Great location! Wonderfully fun house

House suited our girls weekend - comfy beds and good conversation space.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

25 Sept, 2024

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

Relaxing! Home away from home.

Just book! Owners are incredible host who care about your comfort and experience. Property is clean, in a great location and is well stocked with everything you need. We visited Portland for my Sisters wedding, Michelle and Klaas’s house was perfect for the gathering. We had a fantastic stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

20 Aug, 2023

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

This was an amazing house and location!

The house was very neat, artsy and cozy. I loved the area and people watching on the porch.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie K.

17 Aug, 2023

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

Great house-great location!

This house has an incredible location close to everything. It also had incredible AC to come home to after an 100 degree day

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

22 Jun, 2023

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

Perfect Location for Fun

We had an amazing time and the house was a big part of that. Perfectly located with shops and restaurants right outside your front door yet still private. You can't ask for a better place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

16 Jun, 2022

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

Beautiful property in the heart of Alberta st. Lots to do locallly

Wonder property and very responsive owners

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Oct, 2022

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

Absolutely loved it

Best place in Portland!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa H.

1 Apr, 2023

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

Wonderful location and house

The house is well stocked, modern and comfortable, and plenty of room for our group to spread out. We loved the location as well; right across the street from some of the best coffee and chai in Portland.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

12 Sept, 2024

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

Alberta St.

Very good

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

1 Nov, 2022

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

Great

Very enjoyable, good property for large group of people of various ages

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cori V.

7 Jun, 2022

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

Great locaton, beautiful place!

The house was spacious and airy and well suited fior our group of 7. It was close to great restaurants and shops - which made it fun for everyone. Rooms were well appointed, beds were comfortable and the idecor was modern and fun.! We had a great time and wouldn’t hestitate to stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sara H.

28 Jun, 2018

Beautiful in the best location

Loved the house! It’s lovely and in a fantastic location. We had uninvited visitors (ants) crash the party, but otherwise it was perfect.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ed T.

19 Jul, 2023

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

I’ll be back…

Stylish, spacious, great location! Hosts have carefully considered the comfort of their guests and made their property one of the best short term rentals I have ever enjoyed. Six adults and two dogs had a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

12 Apr, 2018

Loved the home!!

We had a fantastic stay! All the accommodations were great and there were no major issues. One small issue was ants in the kitchen, but other than that, couldn't ask for a better setup!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Corinne W.

2 Dec, 2023

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

Cute location in heart of Alberta arts district

Adorable place right in the Alberta art district near to one of my favorite sushi spots. Clean property. Lots to do in the area. Safe neighborhood. 4 stars because I wish there was some coffee available in the morning.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Ruber

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

This amazing rental is located in the heart of Portland's most unique neighborhoods, the Alberta Arts District. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large living room, and all of the amenities you need to feel right at home.