The Urban Fern - Walk to Shops/MAX/Food! | House in Portland

10.0 (22 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  3 Guests
Overlook House | The Urban Fern - Walk to Shops/MAX/Food!

1 Bedroom House in Overlook, Portland

Welcome to the Urban Fern! This light-filled 1920's bungalow was just completely remodeled, combining vintage Portland charm with modern comfort and amenities.
Perfect location in a close-in Portland neighborhood with great access to the city. On a major bike street just blocks from the MAX train, shops, restaurants, food carts grocery & more. Walk/bike/train to everything you need! Easy to get around without a car but if you bring one there is plenty of free street parking right out front.
*PLEASE read details below and my house rules to make sure you have a successful stay ;-)
Your space is the main level (half of duplex), completely private and only accessible to you. I occupy the detached ADU in the backyard, you may see me outside from afar, if so I will likely waive but won’t bother you.
Note: Entire home (both levels) is also available to rent (see my other listing) perfect if traveling with family or friends.
LIVING ROOM
Relax on the sofa, watch Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus & cable (Hulu tv) or curl up with a book. The sofa folds out to a bed with a full size mattress with a latex mattress topper. In warmer months, open the back door and the deck is an extension of the living room. Built-ins store games, puzzles, magazines & books.
KITCHEN
A full-size gourmet gas range and microwave make it easy to cook from scratch or reheat your restaurant leftovers. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need including quality knives, pots, pans & cooking utensils, and a dishwasher to save on clean-up time.
Make fresh coffee in the morning with the coffee press or Mr Coffee pot. Or walk to one of 5 coffee shops within a 10-minute walk; the nearest (The Stacks) is just one block away or a little further to my favorite - Blend Coffee Lounge.
BATHROOM
Soak or shower in the vintage claw foot tub. A linen cabinet stores towels and a shelf for your toiletries. There are two large robes folded in the closet for you to enjoy. Window has a screen & an Indow insert for privacy.
*Please note the door to the bathroom is slightly through the bedroom so keep that in mind with guests sleeping on the sofa bed.
BEDROOM
Queen size bed with luxury locally made hotel line 12 inch mattress, down comforter & four pillows.
Bedroom now has own heat/AC & Indow window inserts & screens for a super quiet night’s sleep.
There's a closet with storage for your belongings. A trunk at the end of the bed stores bedding for the sofa bed.
OUTDOOR SPACE
During warmer months enjoy your morning coffee or evening beer on the private deck. There are two chairs, a small table & a loveseat rocker.
ARTWORK
The barn-wood framed prints hanging throughout the home are made by my sister, an amazing watercolor artist. Just in case you fall in love with one they are all for sale & available to take home with you. Greeting cards & magnets are also available for purchase.
You'll have access to the entire main level of the home, private entrance (yellow door) & back deck.
The basement is a separate unit so there may be some limited noise from below but is sound proofed as much as possible.
The only shared space is the laundry room, both units have access to the laundry room but each have their own entrances & secure locks. If you prefer to have no interaction - no problem, just keep the laundry room door closed and locked.
You may see me, my family or other guests if accessing the laundry room. You are welcome to use the washer/dryer, laundry soap is available for you to use.
Other things to note:
Kids
Not a good fit for young kids as this is a duplex, lots of running/noise is not great for the folks below.
Church Next Door
The old church next door is lovely. Most people enjoy hearing the music from the church if on the back deck Sunday morning. Sometimes the beautiful stained glass windows light up in the evening!
Bathtub
The bathroom has a claw foot tub/shower combination. Many guests love this old home feature but some may find it difficult to climb in/out of the tub to shower.

The Urban Fern - Walk to Shops/MAX/Food! is located in Overlook. The Urban Fern - Walk to Shops/MAX/Food! provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Urban Fern - Walk to Shops/MAX/Food! has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Overlook has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Overlook, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee grinder
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • No elevators
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
General
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 502 sq ft (47 sq m)
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Composting
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: note: basement stairs are concrete and steep
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 19-110162-000-00-ho safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

License number: 19-110162-000-00-HO

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Vicki B.
Sep 2, 2025 01:55:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This was a wonderful home base for myself and my husband while we were in Portland visiting family. It was a great place to come home to each evening.
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