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University Park Garden Guest House

Holiday home in Portland with kitchen

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In the quiet University Park neighborhood, this beautiful newly built home offers a convenient place to stay while in Portland. With its thoughtfully designed interior featuring cathedral ceilings and motor-operated blinds, you'll feel right at home. The property boasts a private garden, washer/dryer, air conditioning, and dual fuel stove for your comfort.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

University Park Garden Guest House

This beautiful newly built home is located in the quiet residential University Park neighborhood. Located within walking distance from a diverse offering of restaurants, bars, shops, and parks and only a short jaunt to the University of Portland makes this house a convenient place to stay while in Portland. It was thoughtfully designed with cathedral ceilings that allow for an ample amount of light. The light is easily filtered with motor operated blinds. When sleeping in the upstairs bedroom, you will awake to sounds of a variety of birds that dwell in the surrounding canopy of trees.
This is a 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath home with a separate gated entrance and private garden. It is fully furnished with all new appliances, cookware, and linens. It has a washer/ dryer, air conditioning, and a dual fuel stove. This 800 sq ft home has been tastefully decorated and is very inviting. It is located 1/2 mile from the University of Portland and 1 mile from the quaint neighborhood of St. Johns with a variety of restaurants, cafes, pubs, and parks. The beautiful St. Johns Bridge and Cathedral Park are just a 1-mile walk from the home.
The nearest grocery store New Seasons is located just three blocks down the street and McKenna Park is just one block behind the home. Fred Meyer shopping is located just four blocks away. There is a designated off street parking spot for two vehicles .
The property is located just three blocks from the TriMet bus stops which connect to the city's Max light rail line which can transport you to all parts of the city.
We are often available to welcome you to our property and can assist you with questions or needs that you may have during your stay.
Julie, Jim, and McKenna

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside of the Garden Guest Home

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 780 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside of the Garden Guest Home

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 18-212926-000-00-HO

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

North Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Wonder Ballroom and Alberta Rose Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Washington Square Mall and Alberta Street. Check out an event or a game at Moda Center, and consider making time for Oregon Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Portland travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Portland_Universityof_6325731-7
    University of Portland
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cross back across the Willamette River along the pedestrian walk below the Steel Bridge to the East side Esplanade.
    Willamette River
    4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Scenic St Johns Bridge spans the Willamette River and Cathedral Park in north Portland Oregon
    St. Johns Bridge
    5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hollywood Theater
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chiles Center
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • North Lombard Transit Center
    6 min drive
  • Portland Union Station
    19 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Over Easy Bar & Kitchen
    17 min walk
  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Chill N Fill
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is University Park Garden Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at University Park Garden Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at University Park Garden Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at University Park Garden Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is University Park Garden Guest House located?

Located in North Portland, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Portland and Willamette River. St. Johns Bridge and Delta Park West are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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University Park Garden Guest House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mildred F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This guest house is a gem of a property! Clean, well-cared for, exactly as pictured and described. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking - from pots and pans to spices. Quiet neighborhood, 15 minutes to downtown. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Great place!

Every comfort of home in a cozy space! Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was extremely clean. The hosts left a bottle of wine and an assortment of snacks and sodas to share. Each bathroom had a hairdryer as well as toiletries: qtips, makeup wipes, shampoo, cream rinse and body wash. We traveled with our granddaughter. She enjoyed the basket of toys and books. The outside sitting area was very relaxing with the sound of the water pond next door The location was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaye s.

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

Cute cozy space

Loved staying at this lovely space. Close to loads of delicious food and hosts are delightful. Will certainly come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Wonderful stay

My daughter and I loved staying here as we took day trips to look at colleges and explore different areas of Portland. The owners were kind and responsive. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Beautiful and quaint

Me and my sister stayed at the property and we just loved it. It’s super cute and cozy and we love the front yard area. The hosts were amazing and helpful. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Wonderful University Park spot

This was my 3rd stay here. The house is so cute and comfortable, and it's ideally located for my visits to Portland. Julie and Jim are terrific hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Back again!

Comfortable, spotless , private and very convenient for our son’s home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Perfect Stay in St John’s

This is a wonderful property that met our every need. Beautifully designed, it allowed my husband and I to spread out. It is impeccably clean with a terrific kitchen. Most important for us, it’s an easy walk to shopping and getting around. Julie and Jim are fabulous to work with and very generous. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Lovely small home

My family visited our daughter in Portland and we stayed at this wonderful house. Perfect size for three of us with nice modern features. It was very comfortable and cozy and we had a great time there. The owners were communicative and thoughtful and we would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda U.

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

Portlands Perfect Place

All the amenities you need. Clean and very comfortable. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Delightful cottage

We love Julie and Jim's cottage with its excellent decor and appointments. The location in North Portland is very convenient for us. Julie and Jim are gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Excellent

Suited our needs. Comfortable place to stay. Very nice North Portland neighborhood. Hope to return here when visiting Portland.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Weekend Stay for Volleyball Tournament

House was perfect! Comfortable, clean and on the hottest weekend of the year the air conditioning kept us chilling 🙂! Julie and Jim were great hosts and had everything we could need waiting for us on arrival. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

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

Favorite VRBO!!!

Such a wonderful spot when we are with our daughter and her partner so close to our other daughter and her family!! The rooms are very comfortable and in addition my very favorite robe is available even though I didn't bring it with me!!!!! And Lyrical Lynda also loves the tv connect to a music station! Best VRBO ever and we often use those!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Fabulous property!

We loved every aspect of this beautiful property! Great design with upstairs and downstairs bedrooms plus full kitchen and sitting area. Tastefully decorated. Very comfortable beds. We wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

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

Another great stay

This is our third stay at Jim and Julie's guest house and that says it all. They are always so welcoming and accommodating and the house is always spotless. The location is perfect for visiting our daughter at U of Portland. This time they allowed us a later check out time due to a delayed flight home. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Loved Our Stay!

The house is LOVELY! We were welcomed with wine & chocolates. The house is quiet, cozy, well stocked and warmly decorated. It’s so close to the Univ of Portland. My husband and I and our two children (well adults really since they’re both in college) fit comfortably and slept well. There are great coffee shops & restaurants nearby. I highly recommend staying here. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Home away from home!!!

Great place to stay near other family members who live in that area and wonderful when there is other family staying with us there also! And both of them had to work online across the country and it worked out very well for both of them and the extra space upstairs made it even easier for them! Very comfortable beds and furniture> I am sure if we used the kitchen more it would have been very good also. And my favorite robe is there also!!! We do VRBO frequently and this is one of or favorite from all over the country!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos J.

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

Amazing Little House

Julie & Jim were amazing host. We traveled from Florida for my daughter’s family weekend at the University of Portland and we couldn’t ask for a better location. The drive was less than 5 minutes and the house had everything you could need. Plenty of towels, toiletries, and snacks for my teenage son. My wife was astonished by the little details of the decorations. The communication with the host was the best, we came on a rare snow storm and they kept us updated on road conditions even offered the house for early check in and late checkout. Considering my daughter still has a couple years left @UP we will try and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo A.

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

Very Comfortable Home Away From Home

We stayed for 3 months at this comfortable home to visit our family in the immediate area and we loved everything about it! We were both very sad to leave when our time.was up. We will definitely stay here again the next time we visit or family. This is a super clean home with a fully equipped kitchen, two comfortable beds, two bathrooms and a private patio. It has everything needed and then some to feel at home. The area is great for walking, with beautiful views. There are also two grocery stores nearby, with one being a New Seasons with great seasonal produce, fresh meats and fish, and also plenty of local beer and wine. There are also many delicious restaurants and food carts nearby. Our hosts, Jim and Julie were so awesome. They are both super friendly and truly want to make sure that you are comfortable and that all of your needs are met. This is a gem, and by far the best place to stay in Portland!
Stayed 92 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect for our stay. Home is very clean and secure with a fenced private area. Kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and linens were great quality. Excellent overall experience, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always our favorite place to stay in Portland!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying here. Great location and just all around great place with all amenities needed. Will come again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025