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Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown

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A residential property with a covered porch, a dining area with outdoor furniture, and a brick pathway.
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, a sink, a coffee maker, and a decorative plate on the wall.
A house with a sign reading "The Johnson House Est. 1950" and the number "3524" on the door.
A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a wooden armchair, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a vintage suitcase.
A wooden house with a blue door and a garden with sunflowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Place, Roseway Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Grotto
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rose City Golf Course
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Portland

Located in Portland, this vacation home is in the city center. Clackamas Town 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moda Center or Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, cycling, and hiking/biking trails.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Roseway Theater - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Glenhaven Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Grotto - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rose City Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hancock Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center - 3 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 20 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cameo Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪My-O-My - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown on Nov 2, 2026 start from $198, 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 Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown?

Check-out is at 3:00 PM.

Where is Artful, Rustic Studio w/ 5-star shower---Sustainable Ethic, 20 min to Downtown located?

Located in Northeast Portland, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Grotto and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hollywood Theater and Grant Park. Providence Portland Medical Center and Alberta Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center is 24 minutes by foot and NE 82nd Avenue Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 1, 2026
And great guests! We are so lucky here that we attract people who are lovely to host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Rustic Studio was great and enhanced a wonderful trip to Portland.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2026
Glad to hear. You guys are the best. Come back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay for week! Jean is very friendly and accommodating. Comfy bed, nice shower, nice tv, neighborhood has some nice restaurants and close to everything. Felt safe!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 11, 2026
We are glad we could be a welcoming part at the beginning of your Portland adventure. All best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have never been anywhere as culturally kind as Portland, and Jean continues to prove that to be true. What a delightful, generous soul and fabulous host. Staying at Auntie’s was a dream- clean, cozy, so full of personality, and in one of my favorite neighborhoods. I would stay there again anytime I’m in town, and couldn’t recommend it more to travelers looking for a little slice of Portland.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2026
Oh my--so glad we could help make some Portland magic for you. Come back any time. Our welcome mat will always be out and swept clean. *_*
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, clearly a well-loved space. Quiet, walking distance to delicious food. Truly as advertised and a place I would love to visit again. Jean is a great host, and the place was super comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
Glad you like Auntie's. It truly is a hideaway, and we very much enjoyed hosting you. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stating in a basement doesn’t sound good, but this daylight basement breaks the mold! Quite literally, no mold! We had a great three nights in the place. Jean is a great host and historian of the neighborhood. Very convenient location too. If you stay, check out the actual Jug Pub! Great burgers
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2026
Right on--definitely no mold in Auntie's as our proper aunt whose bedroom this studio used to be would have never tolerated it. We've been doing right here at The Johnson House for 3 generations and plan to keep on keeping up! So pleased you folks enjoyed your stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay!

This place was clean and well maintained. It wasn't dark despite being in the basement and it was easy to get to public transportation. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay Michelle.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thebatchelor6adventures

This was a was a quaint place to stay so close to everything we wanted to see. All of our host’s suggestions were amazing! We had a great weekend experience and wouldn’t have wanted to stay anywhere else!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2022
Great hosting you and Michelle, Keith, and glad you folks enjoyed Portland and coming home to Auntie's each evening. Happy trails.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable room.

This is a comfortable place to stay for a few nights in Portland. Jean is an excellent host and very welcoming. Will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2022
Great hosting you folks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grampa's cottage

A warm thank you to Jean, the host, for a cozy, private retreat in a garden. I am so envious of her dahlias! The shower is a must see, and tilled by the host herself. A lovely serene place to stay... Thank you Jean :) Barbara
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy! Felt like I was staying with family!

Jean truly felt like a long lost aunt. The space was so cozy and comfy, and I enjoyed chatting with her so much. And her garden! Florence is really the star of the show--when you stay, make sure to ask about her!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Retreat in the Middle of Portland

Jean is a wonderful host and is especially hospitable. You feel as if you're visiting a family member as you are surrounded by family history. It's so warm, cozy, and inviting that you'll want to extend your stay! We will definitely be booking our stay with Jean if we come back to Portland in the future. Haley & Danny
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 20, 2024
Haley & Danny--You guys are the best. So glad you felt at home here in Auntie's. Rest assured our welcome mat will always be out for you. Jean & Family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coziest of stays

We had a wonderful experience. Almost like visiting an old friend. Jean is a beautiful soul. Her garden and good vibes made us feel invited. Thanks Jean for your hospitality and simplicity. Much love 💚
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place on a quiet street.

Nice place, comfortable bed and furniture. Jean was very hands on and required an in-person check in. She was very nice but if you don't like meeting the owner just be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2024
I'm not sure what Ivan means by being "very hands on." We have always met our guests in person and had them fill out the log book which is required by the City of Portland. To us it seems part of the homestay welcome, and Ivan wanting a "contactless check in" seems odd and off-putting to us. More he didin't mention it when he inquired, as if he would have, we would have suggested he look elsewhere. We are friendly and welcoming here at our house. Guests have their own entrance and after our first welcome meeting, we often don't see guests again. We do, however, want to meet in person whoever is staying here at our home. All I can say is "what is this younger generation coming to!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Portland neighborhood living

Most comfortable space. Quiet, private, undisturbed neighborhood living, beautifully Northwest. Creative decor celebrating family; real Portland living experience. Easy to get around and explore Portland, its neighborhoods, restaurants, pubs, etc. Jean is friendly, accommodating, respectful of your privacy, available when needed. A friendly, accommodating host. I will return again to this peaceful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2022
Thanks for the nice words Jim. We enjoyed hosting you as well.
Archival

8/10 Good

Auntie's Hideaway

Jean was very helpful. She was able to give us suggestions on places to go while in Portland as well as in other places to stay on the Washington coast. The suite was comfortable and cute. It was very homey. The backyard is very peaceful with the garden and various places to relax. The drive downtown was further than we anticipated, but fairly easy to navigate. I was able to run safely in the surrounding neighbourhood, and enjoyed looking at the homes and yards along my run. And yes the the shower is fabulous. It felt very peaceful.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Thanks for your review, Tanya. Yes, our neighborhood is entirely safe for strolling and running in the mornings and after dark as well. We love it here--especially since nearby Sandy Boulevard makes getting around town so easy. We're not sure what you were expecting for a safe, crime-free residential area with ample parking, but it is about 20 minutes to downtown from here.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Funky, funky but chic!

Absolutely charming little studio. Auntie's pictures and memorabilia give the space a comfy retro feel. A bookcase with a variety of titles complements the space. Jean was a wonderful host and it was a joy to spend a few days in this little nest. I might add, that although the temperature outside got up into the upper 90s, the room was never uncomfortable--and I keep my thermostat at home set on "frostbite"! A great location, with easy access to the airport, or anywhere you need to be. Outside, Jean has amazing gardens to enjoy. Loved it!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Ahh Melissa. Most of my charming guests get it, but some really, really do. What can I say other than, "It takes two to tango!"
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Place for Relaxing Down Time

My husband and I were celebrating our anniversary and wanted something different. Auntie's was just that and it was more wonderful than imagined. The privacy, amenities and scenery were amazing! She had a front patio area with chairs and a small table we relaxed in after our days in the city. To come "home" after being in the city and truly having peace and quiet was a refreshing change of pace. Because there was a fridge, coffee pot, GRILL and more we were actually able to have some meals at "home" to save money. It was only a short (and very easy) drive to Lloyd Center where we parked free and rode the Max to get around the city. Jean was very knowledgeable about the area and friendly. Even though she was there, it was not uncomfortable for us to not chit chat with her. She allowed us to have privacy even when on the back patio enjoying the use of the grill! What a great place to spend our time. We would stay again in a heartbeat. I would not take my children there as it would remove some of the peace and quiet we appreciated so much. I have recommended Grandpa's Bunkhouse to my in-laws already. Auntie's has a steep staircase to get in and out of it. This really is an amazing place and Jean has done a wonderful job making it feel like a home away from home.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2020
Hey Deneese, Thanks for your nice remarks on Auntie's. We so enjoyed hosting you and Kevin for your anniversary. A couple, things, though--We do host people traveling with children here and as you might have noted, our street has a number of families with young kids. And secondly, the stairs that go downstairs to Auntie's are regular stairs and up to code entirely. We wouldn't characterize them as "steep." Rather they are a solidly built set of stairs with a sturdy handrail, skidded steps, and beautifully painted walls. In other words, "finished" and appropriate. ...Just wouldn't other guests to be frightened away by the word steep. Indeed, to operate we have had everything inspected by the City and our stairway downstairs is considered several cuts above the average. Best, Jean Johnson & Family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming place and host. Cozy spot.If I’m ever in PDX again I’ll definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2026
Glad you felt at home in Auntie's Hideaway. Our welcome mat will always be out for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and cute. Cozy bed and linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2026
We are glad you folks enjoyed your stay in Auntie's. We think the studio is "quirky & cute" too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jean is a very welcoming and friendly host. This property is located in a very walkable NE Portland neighborhood. The gardens are beautiful. We didn't actually spend much time there because we were spending long days with family for a family reunion but the location was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2026
Thanks for your comments, Mary. We enjoyed you folks and your larger family too. It was great meeting everyone. We're also glad you liked staying with us and found Auntie's just ticket while you visited family. Our welcome mat will always be out for you should you come this way again. Jean & Family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Abode

Just our size and location, very comfortable and most hospitable host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 12, 2022
Esther and Brent were delightful guests: friendly, courteous, and took good care of our studio. Our welcome mat will always be out for this lovely couple.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful Retreat

A lovely host and relaxing retreat. Safe, simple, and everything just right.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quaint Studio

This is a quaint studio in a lovely neighborhood. Jean is a great host who is willing to share the property's history.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A real home stay

More than any other VRBO (or similar) experience I’ve ever had, this felt like staying in a real home. Super cozy and a great walkable location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 19, 2021
Great hosting Brandon. A good family man, he was friendly, courteous, and took great care of our studio. He is more than welcome back any time.
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