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Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome!

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A garden center with wooden structures and signs labeled "thicket."
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with chairs, a red sofa, and a TV.
A wooden deck with seating, a tree, and a building labeled "Tin Shed" in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Alberta Street
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin 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

Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome!

Shift Vacation Rentals ~ High Gear
Quick Facts:
4 bedrooms (3 queen beds, 1 bunk with double below / twin above)
2 full bathrooms
Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen
Fast, reliable WiFi (200 Mbps, 1.2 TB data)
Free street parking
Pet-friendly ($175 per pet; please notify us at booking)

The Location:
Located in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Alberta Arts District, this historic duplex puts you right where you want to be. Alberta Street is known for its creative energy, colorful murals, live music, and some of the city’s best restaurants, cafés, pubs, and independent boutiques.
Step outside and walk to everything — locally roasted coffee, globally inspired cuisine, craft breweries, art galleries, and unique shops filled with handmade goods, vintage finds, and one-of-a-kind fashion.

You’re just:
15 minutes from Portland International Airport
10 minutes from downtown Portland
One block from a major bus line

It’s the location travelers hope for when booking a Portland stay.

The Space:
High Gear is the upper-level unit of this thoughtfully restored duplex and offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across two spacious levels.
Main Level:
Two queen bedrooms
One bunk room (double lower / twin upper)
Full bathroom with walk-in shower
Open living, dining, and kitchen area perfect for gathering

Upper Level:
Fourth queen bedroom
Loft area with futon and skylight
Beautiful large bathroom

The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need — from coffee grinder and blender to microwave and cookware — making it easy to prepare anything from a simple breakfast to a full dinner enjoyed around the large wood dining table.

Outdoor Living:
The shared side yard features:
Exterior ping-pong table
Picnic table
Propane BBQ
Shaded seating area beneath maple tree

On sunny Portland days, it’s the perfect place to dine outdoors or let kids play freely.

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

Traveling with a Larger Group?
High Gear can be rented together with Low Gear, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom garden-level unit below, to accommodate larger gatherings — perfect for reunions, wedding groups, retreats, or business stays.

Need even more space? We also offer two additional rentals in the chic Mississippi District, just five minutes away.

Newly remodeled using sustainable and locally sourced materials, High Gear blends historic charm with modern comfort. We’re confident it will be one of the best stays you’ll experience in Portland.
Fully permitted with the City of Portland (#TL90695)
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 90695
Property # 444951
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. McMenamins Crystal Ballroom and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Jantzen Beach Center and Washington Square Mall. 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 snowmobiling 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
  • King School Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪Function NE - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Great Notion Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪23rd & Food Carts - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Orange & Blossom Patisserie - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ 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 Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome!?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome! on Sep 13, 2026 start from $346, 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 Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Phenomenal Location, Thoughtful Touches, Large House ~ Pets Welcome! located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Cute property. Comfortable beds. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
Thrilled your 1 night stay was comfortable and you enjoyed our cute, well located property so much! Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well described in the VRBO presentation and suited our needs perfectly. A good time was had by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2026
Wonderful I am so happy you all had a wonderful time and had everything you needed!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Excellent house. Lots of games and puzzles.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 2026
Wonderful I am thrilled you enjoyed the house, location and all of the amenities! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay, perfect for groups!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a fun quintessential Portland spot! We were hosting family for my MIL’s 80th and it was a great sport to visit and hang out during the day. Everyone kept saying how cool it was to be right there in the middle of everything, and yet it wasn’t noisy at all. Very comfortable beds and space. Will definitely recommend it for local friends who host out of town guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2026
What a wonderful review Emily! This feeling is exactly how we hope our guests experience their time. Be in a cool house, ideally located for exploring the amazing neighborhood, while also having things quiet and comfortable. Thanks so much for recommending Shift Vacation Rentals to others!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Midge G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is a perfect location. The neighborhood has everything you need a short walk away. It is a close uber drive to the airport. Though there is no parking, spots are easily found on the street nearby. The host is easy to contact and willing to please. We will stay here again during our next Portland visit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2026
Thank you so much Midge! We couldn't agree more this location really is perfect with everything you could need just a short walk away. So happy to hear you found parking easy and not to be an issue. Can't wait to have you back next time you visit Portland!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful charming home in an EXCELLENT walking neighborhood! We would definitely stay here again! Very comfortable house.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 27, 2025
Thanks for your lovely review. Thrilled you were all comfortable in our charming house! And that you loved the neighborhood, I agree it is ideal for walking around. I love ducking into the shops as they are all so creatively curated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

terry f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A super fun and comfy home to relax and enjoy PDX with our friends! As fellow cyclists we loved the decor! Everything you need… comfy beds, and many extra special touches! Perfect location! Don’t miss the book that shows High Gear’s beginning! Amazing! Ride on Michelle and Klaas!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 7, 2026
Yeah we are always thrilled to have fellow cyclists stay with us. Our business name and some decor is focused on cycling because we love to bike tour and Portland is such a big bike city. We are thrilled you enjoyed the beds, decor, neighborhood and story of the evolution of our business. We really hope you guys come back and we can grab a drink and discuss adventures!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kindra R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on May 1, 2025
Thanks Kindra so happy you enjoyed the feel and the neighborhood. We wanted to create a true Portland vibe!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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
Response from VrboOwner on May 8, 2025
Wonderful we are hoping all of our guests have a perfect stay! Thrilled you found the house charming, we filled it with local art work, treats locally made, and luxury beds and linens because we want you to feel this way. Please come and tay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami G.

Great location! Wonderfully fun house

House suited our girls weekend - comfy beds and good conversation space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
We love the idea of girls all cozy into the house and enjoying it with laughter and great conversation! That was our vision when we designed it, to open it up so that many people could hang out and be together. Thanks Tami, for writing a review. Please come back and stay with us again. Sincerely, Michelle
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

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

Fantastic!

A really wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 5, 2024
Thank you thrilled you found everything wonderful! Thanks for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 14, 2024
Thanks Karen for the lovely review. We do love Alberta Street, it's the street that encompasses Portland with all of the locally owned shops and restaurants. Please come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patipan P.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2025
I wish you could have stayed longer as well! Glad you enjoyed the house and the neighborhood. It is so centrally located to everything in Portland! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 10, 2025
Thanks David for your lovely review. Thrilled you found the house well cared for (we are constantly repairing, repainting, etc) so it's nice to know it get's noticed :) The sheets and towels are amazingly comfortable- we wanted our bedding to feel luxurious as a good night's sleep is key! Please come back and stay again- we'd love to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2025
Thank you Grace I am thrilled you enjoyed the location and found the house beautiful! When people rent both sections of the duplex it is great as everyone can stay at the same location, but walking outside to get to the other half is confusing and not as ideal, I know. Happy you all had the evening to celebrate friendships!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Yes people watching from the porch is so fun! There is always something/someone artistic to witness on Alberta Street. Love that you found the house clean, artistic and cozy. Please come back and stay here or at another one of our rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

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

5 Stars

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2022
Fantastic so happy you had a wonderful stay! Please come on back and stay here or at one of our other rentals in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylie K.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Yes with this heat wave you certainly appreciate some A/C. Thankfully the heat is leaving....Glad you loved the location! We do too. It's amazing to be surrounded by so many wonderful locally owned businesses!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaarine M.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 10, 2025
Thank you Amy I am thrilled you and your girls had a wonderful stay in High Gear. I love that you got great photos- when we were building the side yard wooden sitting area we were imagining photos there! Having stayed in so many rentals comfortable beds are at the top of my list I love our mattresses and sheets- and we get luxury ones to make sure our guests feel that as well. Please come back and stay again we'd love to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2022
Thanks Julie- I do feel like I am constantly checking my messages, so it's good to hear that the very responsive owners is felt! I really want everyone who stays with us to have a fantastic visit! Thanks for coming!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Wonderful Joseph you guys loving the house and neighborhood and having that be a big part of your enjoyment, is fantastic! I am thrilled as I wanted your daughters sweet 16 to be lovely! Please come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Absolutely loved it

Best place in Portland!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 31, 2022
Thanks Vanessa! So thrilled you loved it! We'd love to have you back. Be well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa H.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2023
Thanks so much Nerissa. So happy you enjoyed the house and had plenty of room and found it well stocked and cozy. We are thrilled to hear that. We love so many of the cafes, restaurants and stores- glad you did too!

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

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.

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