Loved this place!

AnnaBanana (Moses Lake, Wa USA)
Review submitted: April 7, 2013   Date of arrival: March 15, 2013

Piedmont Cottage was cute, functional, very clean and the perfect place to celebrate my husband's 30th birthday. I wish we could've visited when the roses were blooming, but even the overcast/rainy mid-March weather didn't put a damper on the city's activies. We chose Portland for the breweries. Having the Max (public-transit) walking distance to the cottage made for enjoyable stress-free exploring.

We made use of the kitchen which was one of the selling points of the cottage as we like the option of being able to relax and eat "at home" while traveling. The shower doesn't have the greatest water pressure and the hot water lasts about 15 minutes, but was adequate for us.

Heather and Topher were very laid-back and answered any questions we had. Make sure you try the tandem bicycle and the pink/pickled deviled eggs at Saravesa which is less than a mile from the cottage!

Recommended for: sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Way to enhance Portland!

priaxiu (Ellensburg, WA, USA)
Review submitted: September 26, 2012   Date of arrival: September 14, 2012

I had a great time staying here. The price was the thing that caught my attention, but the place itself is the thing that will bring me back. I like Portland, but only for a relaxing getaway. This place allowed me to get around the city and come back to a homey place where I could easily cook my own meals and relax comfortably. Definitely a perfect place for a couple or maybe even two couples (as long as you don't plan on spending too much time at the cottage, it's relatively small). Also, Heather and Topher are absolutely wonderful and so hospitable. :) I highly recommend the place!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Thanks so much for an amazing experience in PDX!

Review submitted: July 17, 2012   Date of arrival: July 5, 2012

Heather, Topher, Inigo, Jean Jean & Stella (whom we sadly did not get the pleasure to meet).

Thanks so much for an amazing 1st experienc in Portland -- What an awesome city you live in! The cottage had everything we could possibly need; we were so impressed with its layout & space saving design! We thoroughly enjoyed riding your streets on the tandem & also the little surprises left in the rocks from Jean Jean. I think she finally warmed up to us :) We surely will be visiting Portland again, if not u-hauling it out here to live! If so, we now know some great people who live here.

Take care & keep on enjoying life!

Ashley & Jimmy
Sharon, Pennsylvania
Oh! And for those planning on a trip to the coast...bring some sweats! BRRR.... :)

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Wonderful!

jsg02006 (eugene, oregon, usa)
Review submitted: February 29, 2012   Date of arrival: February 24, 2012

Heather and Topher were super laid back and friendly. We felt right at home. It was the perfect place to spend a few relaxing days!! Thank you so much for your hospitality - no complaints here. Five stars all around!

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Wonderful!

jsg02006 (eugene, oregon, usa)
Review submitted: February 29, 2012   Date of arrival: February 24, 2012

Heather and Topher were super laid back and friendly. We felt right at home. It was the perfect place to spend a few relaxing days!! Thank you so much for your hospitality - no complaints here. Five stars all around!

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Dear McGarrys,

Review submitted: September 19, 2011   Date of arrival: September 12, 2011

Thanks so much for everything! Your food & drink suggestions - Saraveza & the Meadow along with your seggestion that we go see "the swifts" were great! We enjoyed every bit of our time in Portland, and the Piedmont Cottage was a lovely home away from home....especially with visits from Inigo!

We will absolutely be back, maybe next time to explore a bit more of Mississippi with the tandem. :)

Marianne & Charles

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Dear Heather, Topher, Stella, Inigo & Cat

Review submitted: August 8, 2011   Date of arrival: July 26, 2011

Thank you so much for creating such a beautiful and tranquil space for visitors to Portland. It was just perfect for our little family. The proximity to all our friends in NE could not have been better. We appreciate your relaxed and gracious hosting style, and felt completely at ease. Our little Quinn loved playing with your pets, rocks and of course Stella. We also really appreciate the laundry, pack n play, and BBQ options. We wish you all the best and we hope to see you again on future visits to Portland.
Thanks again, Kari, Phil & Quinn

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Location, location, location

Sandy from Oz (Melbourne, Australia)
Review submitted: July 26, 2011   Date of arrival: June 24, 2011

Piedmont Cottage was precisely as set out in their website. It was spotless, with extremely well-equipped kitchen and loads of bedding.
The hosts were so helpful in their advice on local restaurants, activities, transportation, etc. and were great company, without being intrusive.
The park opposite was sensational, with a rose garden, swimming pool, two playgrounds, water park and many other facilities.
The bus, train and supermarkets were all within easy walking distance, likewise the funky cafes nearby.
The park opposite meant the children always had something to do on our "days at home".
I have no hesitation in recommending this property, particularly to a couple wanting somewhere that is both quiet but near to all conveniences.

Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Dear Topher, Heather & Stella,

Review submitted: July 13, 2011   Date of arrival: July 7, 2011

Thank you so much for the wonderful stay in the Sugar Shack. We had a short but great time here in Portland.
Thanks for everything!
Iris, Milan, Anna & Bertrand

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Heather & Topher,

Review submitted: July 13, 2011   Date of arrival: May 25, 2011

Thank you so much for the awesome stay in the sugar shack! Your recommendations for sights & great restaurants in the area were dead on.
We had a fantastic first visit to Portland & a wonderful stay in your place.
Thanks so much for everything,
Chris & Kennon
Bloomington, IN - a liberal oasis in the heart of the midwest....

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Dear Heather & Topher,

Review submitted: July 13, 2011   Date of arrival: June 1, 2011

We enjoyed our stay here very much. Everything was so cute & comfortable. Thanks so much for all of your great recommendations - we had a great time. ~ Diane & Stephanie DeKorte

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