We offer a delightful stay in our 750 square foot, one-bedroom, one-bath apartment, in the ground floor of our home with many spa-like, deluxe touches. This is all new construction with modern appliances, quality furnishings, fully equipped kitchen and extra comfy beds: A California King bed in the bedroom and a queen-size "comfort sleeper" sofa in the open plan living area. The comfort sleeper sofa is a deluxe offering unlike conventional "sofa beds", making for a spacious accommodation in the unit for up to four people.

In the open plan living area you have a dining table seating 6 so you can entertain friends, plus a fully equipped kitchen with Keurig coffee maker and a selection of K-Cups. To watch the 55" curved screen TV in the living room you can lounge on the "comfort sleeper" sofa or in one of the comfortable chairs. For your convenience, there is a washer and dryer as well as an ironing board and iron.

Of course, we provide high-speed WiFi throughout the unit (with a highly reliable "whole-house mesh system" with multiple points of connection) as well as Comcast cable with many of your favorite channels on both of the TVs. A desk provides a convenient workplace for the business traveler and a surge-protected power strip for your electronic gear.

While not fully ADA compliant, the unit is mobility friendly with the main entrance at sidewalk level and just three steps down into the main living space. The tiled, walk-in shower has a fold-down seat and grab bars for extra comfort and stability. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept pets. We urge you to read our many glowing reviews. Our guests have loved staying in the Quiet Retreat, and you will too.

The entire apartment is at your disposal. Guests staying 2 nights or more may request access to our back yard and patio area which is accessible through a locked gate. Our back yard has a dining area seating 6 and a gas-fired grill which is at your disposal by prior arrangement. By special request, we can provide access for bicycle storage in our garage, which is adjacent to the unit.

We live in the house above the apartment and can respond quickly to any issue that might arise, but will not intrude on your space. We provide guidebooks and maps for the area in the apartment, and are happy to assist with directions and advice on local dining and attractions. Our co-hosts and property managers Malika and Ian are also on hand to assist if we are unavailable.

The kitchen is supplied with utensils, cookware, tableware, and a Keurig Coffee maker. We provide basic essentials routinely, but can assist you in stocking up with your favorite items for a small charge if you'll be staying 7 nights or more.

While we don't provide breakfast, upon your arrival you'll find bottles of orange juice, some fresh baked goods from a nearby bakery, and plenty of Keurig K-Cups and packets of tea for your first morning in the unit.

We have a modest cleaning charge applicable to all stays that covers our cost for preparing the unit prior to your arrival. As with most AirBnB properties, we don't provide daily housekeeping services. For stays longer than 7 days, we can provide clean linens for you to change yourself at no extra charge or we can provide a full cleaning and linen change out for $50. We will do our best to accommodate your schedule if you do ask for full cleanings during your stay, but request at least 3-days advance notice of your requirement.

All guests are required to fill out our guest registration form with full home address of each person in the party and your license plate number if you are driving. This is a requirement of the City of Portland.