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Zen themed private retreat in NW Portland.

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Miscellaneous
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Providence Park
    5 min drive
  • Alouette
    16 min walk
  • NW 23rd & Marshall Stop
    18 min walk
  • Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    32 min drive

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Exterior detail

A garden view hideaway in the Irvington neighborhood

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (289)
The price is $119
per night
$273 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
A garden view hideaway in the Irvington neighborhood

About the neighborhood

Portland

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Portland, within a 10-minute drive of Moda Center and Portland State University. .This apartment is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Oregon Convention Center and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Oregon Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Portland Japanese Garden - 6 min drive
  • Portland State University - 7 min drive
  • Moda Center - 9 min drive
  • Oregon Zoo - 9 min drive
  • Oregon Convention Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland Union Station - 15 min drive
  • NW 23rd & Marshall Stop - 18 min walk
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Thief - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Casa Del Matador - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Great Notion Brew - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stepping Stone Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fireside - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Zen themed private retreat in NW Portland.

Peaceful 900 sq. ft. apartment with private deck on cul-de-sac at the edge of Forest Park. A short walk to the Alphabet District--Portland's trendy shopping and eating area. 1.5 miles from downtown. Spacious living area with well equipped kitchenette, dining area, large screen TV with Xfinity service. Large bedroom with new queen-sized bed, desk, and ample closet. Bathroom with shower/ bathtub. An optional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring and queen-size futon for an additional $50/night, Meditation pillows available upon request.
The space
★ ★ CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: This flat is THOROUGHLY STERILIZED before each booking.

More about the apartment: The kitchenette is equipped with microwave, induction cooktop, electric kettle, toaster, electric cooker, rice cooker and small refrigerator. Ideal for self catering. The newly remodelled and decorated sitting room and master bedroom are spacious and both give onto a lovely deck overlooking Forest Park. The queen bed is firm with a pillow top with hotel-quality organic bamboo sheets. The bathroom has a bath/shower combination with rainfall shower head, bath towels are made of organic cotton, and heated towel rack. An optional Japanese-style room is available for an additional $50/night and can accommodate another couple or allow for two singles who wish to have their own bedroom, or just as an add-on space to relax and/or meditate. We have also recently installed a two-person infra-red sauna to relax tired muscles and add to your overall well-being which is available upon request for an additional $20 per usage. Only minutes from the hustle and bustle of town, with easy access to Portland's many parks and trails, the suite offers a peaceful retreat for reflection and relaxation whether you are visiting on business, pleasure or both. Private access and parking.

Guest access
Guest access is a private staircase and secure door through the cedar fence at the right side of the home. Parking is available on the curb in front of the home alongside the Japanese garden.
Self check-in by keypad. Check in: 3:00 Check out: 11:00 (both negotiable).

Other things to note
• Hosts have an Australian Labradoodle named "Lotte" and a tabby cat named "Tilly" who are very sociable, but are not allowed in the guest suite.
House Rules:
• Our apartment is a non-smoking environment, please observe the non-smoking rule.
• No pets.
• We also ask that you take your shoes off in the entry area as we have a no shoes policy in the apartment.
• No parties or large groups unless by prior agreement with hosts.

License number
19-122137-000-00-HO
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Mary-Yoko Mughan

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
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 19-122137-000-00-HO

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Duane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a lovely little hideaway
Thank you for creating a peaceful and nurturing space. We truly enjoyed every minute. We had just what we needed. Nestled among the trees was perfect for the rest we needed. We were grateful to have such gracious hosts. May all who enter here, experience the same peace. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in a very nice neighborhood
Very nice place. Spacious living room, comfortable bed, balcony with great view. Located in a very nice neighborhood. Very friendly and helpful owners. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and property!
Very well appointed and comfortable!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Retreat
We really enjoyed our stay at the "Zen themed retreat". Very relaxing and quiet. It was just a short drive to all the wonders of Portland. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful place to rest and relax
My wife and I totally enjoyed our stay at Mary Yoko’s place in the northwest section of the city. Lovely and quiet location to relax after exploring Portland. Mary Yoko is a wonderful host and we hope to return at some point in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Zen lodging
We came to Portland to visit our daughter for 7 days. This Zen Retreat VRBO was a fabulous find! Located up windy roads the drive there was lovely. The living area room is spacious with great interior design, lovely furniture, indirect overhead lighting and a compact kitchenette. Spacious lovely bedroom. Great natural light through large windows overlooking one of the many steep oregano forested areas. Attached to these rooms is an incredible, beautiful, authentic Japanese meditation room with an innfrared Saunna to one side of the meditation area. A highly recommended place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent west side location, very private.
Great west side location, close to Washington Park. Comfortable ground floor 1 bedroom with upscale furnishings and a deck. Felt very private and secluded, perched on a steep hillside. We chose the rental based on its location to Washington Park and its neighborhood. The area has the wired Portland vibe without the accompanying dystopia. Our only problem was arriving late while the hosts were on a vacation - this is a hard place to identify in the dark!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy J., Forest Grove

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Portland Getaway
This beautiful home in the hills was just what my wife & I needed while spending time in the city. We felt like we were in a treehouse, as the apartment is snuggled in luscious green foliage - allowing for restful sleep, as well as very peaceful morning coffee on the rear deck. The home is immaculate and comfortable. We look forward to staying again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lionel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful retreat
Loved our stay! Our wonderful host was welcoming and helpful. Everything was clean and very well maintained. The perfect location for what we wanted. Quiet and tranquil environment but close enough to all the fabulous restaurants, coffee shop etc of the gorgeous Alphabet District.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing home base!
My partner and I LOVED staying here - from the super comfortable bed to little details like the charging outlets inside the nightstand drawers and the towel warmer, to the optional sauna, it was a fantastic home base for our Portland adventures. We loved exploring the neighborhood nearby, and also appreciated being so close to both Forest Park and the Arboretum. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
We absolutely loved our stay here! It was the perfect home base while we explored the Portland and surrounding areas. We even ventured 90 miles west to Astoria and Cannon Beach for a taste of the Oregon coast. What a treat that was! The rental is spacious, clean, on a quiet street, and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. It’s close to all of the businesses Nob Hill and the Pearl District offer. Mary-Yoko was the perfect host; incredibly knowledgeable about the surrounding area and nearby things to do. I highly recommend seeing Wahkeena and Multnomah Falls, 30 minutes outside of Portland and short 1/4 mile hikes to incredible falls. We will definitely look to see if this rental is available next time we travel to Portland. Thanks for everything Mary!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious zen retreat
Very tastefully appointed and spacious apartment in a beautiful neighborhood! Had everything we needed and a very comfortable bed. The location is up in the hills in a beautiful forested setting but is still close to all of the restaurants and shops just down the hill. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florence K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and safe
We loved the space, the light from The windows and every amenity we needed. Mary-Yoko was a fabulous host/
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A Portland Gem
How lucky we were to find Mary-Yoko's wonderful apartment. The house sits on a beautifully wooded hillside above Portland. She has converted the lower level into a serene retreat complete with a private balcony that made a great spot for morning coffee. The interior is spacious, very comfortably furnished, and accented with interesting artworks. Mary-Yoko welcomed us and suggested a few restaurants as well as hiking trails nearby, one of which house we took shortly after arriving. We found everything we needed in the apartment. We were pleasantly surprised that a place that felt so removed from city bustle, could be so close to city amenities. Very convenient. We loved it and would stay there again in a flash given the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot in great area of Portland!
Wonderful stay in gorgeous, forested area close to parks, dining, Japanese gardens. The unit was fully equipped for a relaxing trip to Portland. We felt like we were in a treehouse retreat! Thank you for sharing your beautiful place, Mary-Yoko!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

Liked: Cleanliness
a japanese inspired sanctuary
I loved it!! This was my first experience with any VRBO in my entire life and it was well beyond my expectations. It's even better than the photos because those cannot convey the peacfulness of the place. It is so high up in the trees with a deck to sit on for breakfast or a sunset glass of wine...and yes, they have actual proper wine glasses. The house is in a gorgeous and safe neighborhood as well. I walked every morning at sunrise to breathe in the beautiful landscapes, gardens, and variuos views of the mountains across the river. It's very hilly. I always felt comfortable and safe walking around there. The woodland trail to Pittock Mansion is super close by too, if you want to do some forest bathing in the giant trees. The place is very private with well appointed cooking things, pretty tea pots, basic spices etc. The box of cooking stuff I mailed to myself was totally unnecessary. Since I was there for 8 nights, the kitchen set up was reall important to me. I loved the big soft couch and the nice books to look at. So many fun dvds so choose from too. No problems with the internet. Oh, and this is so unusual compared to my regular hotel stays...the lighting is perfect! What a relief to have so many choices of atmosphere. By the way, if you are a foodie like me, lots of great restaurants and cool shops very very close by. I was spending a lot of time at the Portland Japanese Gardens, so this place was the absolute perfect compliment to that. Lovely!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful apartment
My partner and I had a great stay in this beautiful apartment. Well situated, clean, good light, very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

roxanne h., colorado springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely sanctuary
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Zen Garden. The neighborhood is beautiful, quiet and we felt very safe. The only recommendation we would offer is a full length mirror installed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mahwren E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Serene
This was our first time renting a place like this and we couldn't have had a better experience. Mary and her husband were very accomodating letting us arrive early and even stay late. They even went as far as opening another one of their rooms so that my 16 year old son and I didn't have to share a room. It was very clean and so peaceful. The perfect place to come home to after all of the hussle and bussle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trishia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Portland
While this property is attached to the owners home- it always felt like we had our own space. Access to a balcony, private stairs. Well equipped with all of the essentials. The space was warm and inviting. As were the owners. We walked 20 minutes to downtown for coffee, food, etc. Close to trailhead. Beautiful neighborhood. Felt remote and accessible to the city all at the same time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fasika Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
My boyfriend and I stayed here for a few days while exploring Portland. It was really peaceful and friendly neighborhood with beautiful view. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Very comfortable nice suite in a great quite central neighborhood of Portland next to beautiful Forest Park, very welcoming friendly hosts. Highly recommended!
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zeus Alphonsus R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience!
Our experience was perfect from beginning to end. The owner was phenomenal and property was gorgeous and in a very nice neighborhood. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This property was beautiful and the details were extremely thoughtful. Perfect as a home-base for my partner and I to explore Portland. Very quiet and peaceful environment and vibe. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay!!!
There was a change in flight and we needed to check-in earlier than expected. There was a small fee for this, but it was better than finding a hotel at the last minute. The property was easy to find and in a nice area. Checking-in was easy, Mary-Yoko and Terry were very helpful and contacting them for assistance was a breeze. The place was clean, and it was fairly accurate to the listing. I couldn't ask for better place to stay. I would stay here again if we come back to the west coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022