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Reviews of Hot & Chic Mississippi District -Fresh, Bright & Modern, Pets Welcome!


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9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meighan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
The house was comfortable and clean. The location was perfect distance to great shops and restaurants. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2024
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. I am thrilled you thought the house was comfortable and clean and in a great location. We can't wait to have you back.

10/10 Excellent

M Amelia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portland OR
All good. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 16, 2024
Glad you found it all to be 5 stars!!! Thanks so much.

10/10 Excellent

Sheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This property was clean and comfy and very close to places we wanted to go. We enjoyed our time at the Front Break. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 22, 2023
Thanks Sheri I am thrilled you found the place clean- our cleaners work so hard to create a beautiful and spotless house for people to enjoy. And I agree the location is so central to everything in Portland!

10/10 Excellent

Darrek M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home comfort
We reserved this house to attend some medical training at Legacy Emmanuel. It is in a great location and near so many great restaurants and establishments. All within walking distance. The house is very comfortable and relaxing. The beds were comfortable and clean. The bathrooms were also very clean and nicely arranged. The manager was very friendly and easy to work with. As an organization that will continue to be sending more employees to training to Portland, this will be a first check to see if available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 22, 2023
Wonderful Darrek~ we would love to have you all back for more trainings. I am thrilled you found the beds to be comfortable and everything nicely arranged. We adore creating fantastic spaces for guests to relax in. We can't wait to have you all back!

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Clean, easy, comfortable, spacious and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Thanks for the review- I think that sums us up really well! We hope to have you back.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
Walking distance from food and drink. Wonderful hosts! Highly recommend Shift Vacation Rentals!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Thanks so much for the lovely review! We adore hosting and telling people about all of the amazing things Portland has to offer.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
Very cool house with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2023
Fantastic I’m thrilled that all you needed was there and you thought the house was cool! Love it. Please come back and stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mississippi District
We had a great time! Seven adults, and we have plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the property along with the outside patio. The Mississippi district was just down the road and offered tons of food and drink options all of which were very tasty! William Street was not too far away, and again, a multitude of places to go and have fun. Never felt at risk and people were very nice. The location of the house is perfect for waterfalls and great hiking. We really enjoyed ourselves and concluded we picked the right area to stay and enjoy Portland.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2023
I love the part about people being nice! I recently returned from a holiday and was thinking about how friendly Portlander's are. Most people say "Hello" as they pass you or smile, it really is a great feeling of welcoming. Glad you had the chance to check out both Mississippi and Williams for food and fun. Both of those areas are incredible. Thanks so much for taking the time to write this lovely review!

10/10 Excellent

Penn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little get away
It was really nice! The basement was well furnished! The duel showed head on either side was really great! Close to so many great little locations. Would recommend to anyone staying in Portland.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 15, 2023
So happy you liked Front Break, and our nice shower! I love the dual shower head myself! We do love the house for the easy of gathering and ability to have people in the basement hanging or upstairs. We hope you come back and stay here or at another one of our Portland rentals.

10/10 Excellent

lyle s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay here with our two Frenchies. The recommendations for the area were a great help. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 13, 2023
Thanks Lyle- we are so happy that we allow pets, as we know how integral they are in families. The location has so many great walks for dogs too! We'd love to have you back here or at one of our other Portland houses.

10/10 Excellent

joyce b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Property
We have stayed in a lot of Vrbo's over the years and this was one of the best! Very easy to get to, clear and easy check in. The kitchen was well stocked and they even had a bottle of wine and snacks for us. The house was VERY clean. We loved having the two living rooms, which allowed the younger of our crowd to stay up as late as they wanted! It is also with in easy walking distance of restaurants, bars and shopping. We are looking forward to going back sometime this summer :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 13, 2023
Fabulous Joyce! I am so thrilled to read this review and hear that Front Break was one of your favorite vrbo's ever! When we designed the house we thought about how people would be using it. How fun 2 seating areas would be for people with families, how important it is to be walking distance to Portland's best places, and how some thoughtful gifts waiting for guests would make them feel even more welcome! Wonderful that you experienced all of these things.

10/10 Excellent

Ezra Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Fantastic. House as described, would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2023
Thanks Ezra, glad you had a fantastic stay! Please do come back and stay here or at one of our other Portland rentals, we'd love to have you back.

10/10 Excellent

Brian + Caryn R., Columbus, OH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Homebase
Our family had a great stay. Location was the perfect homebase for us to explore Portland and other areas of Oregon. House has everything you need, is comfortable and clean. Plenty of great restaurants within walking distance and easy access to other parts of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2022
Everything you need! This is what we strive for, making sure your holiday is perfect and you don't need to think about a thing! And yes the location, can't be beat- so many of Portland's best establishments all within a short stroll! Please come back and stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
Outstanding! Better than the pictures. Great location with food courts, bars, and restaurants near by. We rented both homes and it fit our 19 family members perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2022
Awww thanks Rachelle! Better then the pictures is wonderful as I hope to exceed expectations of our guests. I so want everyone to feel welcome and well cared for! Please come back and stay here again or at one of our other Portland houses.

10/10 Excellent

Fyfe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot!
The location was amazing. Walking distance to so many fun bars and restaurants. The house was updated and sparkling clean, and the host was communicative and responsive to any questions prior to and throughout our whole stay. It was perfect for our family of adult children, grand parents and Uncle.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2022
Thanks again Fyfe for the lovely review of Front Break. So happy the houses were perfect for you all. We can't wait to have you guys back.

10/10 Excellent

Fran H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
My husband, son, and I really enjoyed our week staying in the Front Break bungalow. It was centrally located, making it easy to get to great meals as well as to our other son’s home in Beaverton. It was a quick walk for morning coffee at Albina Press or breakfast at Fried Egg I’m In Love. Many of our favorite Portland restaurants were a quick drive, including Bamboo Sushi, Por Que No, and Bollywood Theater. The house was very comfortable, and it was easy for the three of us to work remotely for a few days while we were there. Everything was very clean and well laid out. Six thumbs up on this rental!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 17, 2022
Yes Fran to the 6 thumbs up! Thank you dearly for an excellent review. We worked hard at the layout, wanting to make the house comfortable and open for people gathering & working. You have excellent taste in restaurants. Next time you come to Portland check out our Alberta Street rentals- Bamboo Sushi is literally right next door, so you can crawl there :)

8/10 Good

JOHN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, save for surprisingly (and very) under-stocked kitchen tools
Have stayed in many VRBO’s around the country. Loved this place, clean, funky but very functional., great location. Michelle extremely warm and responsive host. A hesitation though, constructive comment to Michelle. Many, like our family group, VRBO because we enjoy cooking (or want to save $ by doing so). Such care has been put into this place for guests, so we were very surprised the kitchen is equipped with only barest of tools for just the simplest sorts of food preparation (not as to appliances, all good and in fact above average re them).. Suggested fundamentals that were lacking: even a medium- (let alone large-) sized frying pan; coffee mugs that hold more than 6 oz.; measuring spoons set; oven broiler pan; even a medium (let alone large) stock/soup/pasta pot; scissors (not necessarily kitchen scissors, put could not find a pair of any sort anywhere in the house); a second (let alone third or fourth) serving platter; mixing bowls of even medium (let alone large) size; even just a few more than the one serving spoon we located. Again, the home is otherwise so well-equipped and -stocked for guests that this deficiency was discordant — as if perhaps prior guests may have “pilfered” these basics and that was not detected before our occupancy. Otherwise, until rectified or if you have no interest in cooking beyond mere basics, nothing but praise for this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2022
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. You are correct, some of the items for that house ended up in another house, when a large group rented both. We have had people prepare feasts and have everything they need. I wish I knew this during your stay and I could have rectified it. The kitchen ware is sorted now. Other then that I am thrilled you loved the house and would be honored to host you all again. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean place for our family to stay
Great for our family/kids while visiting extended family in Portland.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Fantastic thanks so much we try to have something for everyone in the family in the houses!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a long weekend
The house was perfect for our stay! The welcome treats were a nice surprise! Clean and updated wonderfully. Enough room for everyone to spread out. So close to the cute neighborhood to walk to coffee and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2022
Thanks for staying with us Stephanie. So happy you found the houses clean, updated and in an cute neighborhood- that is exactly what we hope for with every stay!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and eco friendly fun!
Loved our stay in this cute and fun house! Neighborhood was very fun for my college age kids as well as for us. Wonderful communication from the owners. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Thanks for the lovely review. I am thrilled that you loved it all the house, neighborhood and our communication! That is the best I can ask for. We'd love to have you back here or at one of our other houses in PDX. Take care!

10/10 Excellent

Clayton S., Los Angeles, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts, awesome location
Conveniently located and spacious, the front part of the property was perfect for our group of 5, though the unit could easily fit more. Contactless check in and access made it easy to access, and the house was very clean when we got there. We had a few hiccups during our trip, but the hosts were extremely communicative and went above and beyond to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 31, 2022
Thanks so much for writing a review! I am thrilled that you all enjoyed the house and that it was perfect and spacious for you all!

10/10 Excellent

Alisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work trip
This was a great spot for a work trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie R., Cincinnati, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the front porch!
House is adorable. Plenty of room for 8. Close to food trucks and coffee shop. Had a great time playing trivia on the front porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Everything about this rental is FANTASTIC — the house, cleanliness, comfort, location… you name it. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent choice for a Portland stay
This was our second time staying at this home in the Mississippi District. It was perfect for our family, with the downstairs area giving our teen her own space. We love the modern decor, and there are so many great restaurants within walking distance. The owners are so responsive and kind. I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Dino Johny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super place
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay
Plenty of room for 5 of us. Convenient to airport. Nice to have big kitchen and table for us to sit. Owner was responsive to questions.

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Front Break is Amazing
We loved our stay at Front Break in the Mississippi District. The house was exactly as advertised and in a great location with many restaurants within walking distance. The added bonus was the house is totally updated and the new windows made the house super quiet. The home owners were very responsive and accommodating. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you for everything! Keith & Tami
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Pet-Friendly Bungalow
The updated bungalow is thoughtfully decorated and well equipped . Attentive , responsive and considerate hosts really care that guests have a positive experience. We appreciated the delicious local treats that welcomed us. The neighborhood is hip with lots of cool restaurants, cafes and shops to explore. The bungalows reserved parking is in a small side parking lot and is very convenient. The owners have a larger vacation rental just in back of the bungalow that looks like an awesome stay as well. The peace and quiet or lack thereof in the front bungalow wholly depends on the people renting the larger back property.

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Portland House
We had a great time staying in this Portland rental home. We loved the modern, cheerful decor and all the natural light. The layout is great. Our teenager loved having her own space downstairs. The beds are comfortable, the showers are great, and we had everything we needed. The neighborhood is very walkable as well. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Portland!
We absolutely loved our stay!! The whole family loved everything about it: Clean, inviting, spacious, convenient, bright and so comfortable. We all agreed that we would love to stay here again next time we’re in Portland. Thanks for the delightful and memorable stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Clean and exactly as advertised. Would stay here again - very central to an area full of great eats
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect child friendly stay
Front Gear was perfect for my family of 6 adults and a toddler. The house was safe with no breakables to tempt a very energetic 18month old. I did serious baking in the kitchen for Easter. The beautiful stove and range was delightful! Our family tie to Portland is moving back to Texas, so this is our last yearly visit. We would certainly rebook if ever needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in great location with a great host!
This is a great house in an awesome part of Portland. Michelle is an incredible host. Suggest that you don’t look any further and book this place quickly!
Stayed 53 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2021
Thanks Andrew! We really enjoyed having you and your new family! You were very considerate and helpful guests! Please do come back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
This house was perfect for a weekend in Portland! The location was in such a fun neighborhood and we were able to walk to a lot of places from the house. The house was super clean and had all the amenities we needed and more! I would highly recommend this house for anyone going to Portland!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A getaway from the Texas heat!
The house is amazing, just like in the photos. There were three couples on a trip they earned from our office. There was plenty of room for the six of us. The weather was amazing too while we were there. We were walking distance to a lot of restaurants and some shops, which is why I picked this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2020
Thanks Ashlee for the wonderful review- I am thrilled you enjoyed the location and the house. We love being walking distance from Mississippi Ave- all of those shops are special as they are locally owned - you can feel the peoples passion in what they provide. Please come back and stay with us again. We also have rentals on Alberta Street which is another amazing neighborhood to explore.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Nicely appointed.
This house was in a great place and walkable to so many shops and restaurants. The house itself was beautifully decorated and very clean. It fit our party nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoughtfully detailed house with everything you need for a great stay!
This house is beautiful! The floor plan was perfect for our family and the house has everything! Unfortunately we stopped in Portland during Covid so we didn’t really explore the neighborhood but could tell in its prime, when everything is open, it’s most likely an amazing street to be on. The house is located near the highway and we were able to get around town pretty easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2020
Thanks Elizabeth for your glowing review! I am happy you still got to take a vacation and be in a different spot for a bit. With Covid everything has changed so much for people. Mississippi Street is amazing in normal times. Filled with small local businesses....luckily most are open, with limited hours though. Come back so you can enjoy Portland in all it's glory! Thanks for leaving the house in great shape.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, beautiful house, welcoming hosts
We had a great time staying at the Front Break! We were two kids and four adults. There was plenty of room to take time apart and plenty of room for us to spend time together in the common space;. Due to weather, we were not able to enjoy all the great outdoor activities but can imagine in the summer, we would have spent most of time outdoors. The space was super clean, kitchen had everything we needed, and the house catered to kids more than any that I have seen. There was plenty of shops and restaurants near by and easily accessible to all areas of the city. We had a car and were happy to have a parking space but there was plenty of parking near by. Also, a bus right out front! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Jacqueline, We are so glad to hear about your enjoyable stay in Front Break! And happy to hear our "kid section" was a hit!! We always strive to improve every aspect of the experience, so your review is much appreciated. Please stay with us again in Front Break or one of our other properties in Alberta Arts and Mississippi Districts. Best wishes, Whitney Robinson manager for Michelle and Klaaas, owners

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., Kirkland, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy house in a fun neighborhood
Comfortable beds, great open main floor. Kitchen is well equipped. Loved the bathroom fixtures and creative outdoor spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental in a great location.
Our family enjoyed a terrific Thanksgiving holiday in Portland at this rental. We even cooked our turkey at the house. Great rental, easy process. Thanks you for a terrific holiday home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
portland wedding
This property was perfect in combo with the Back break to accommodate our large family for our daughters wedding!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway with Babies
We rented this property with three couples, each with a baby under 1. The place was perfect, easy to walk everywhere or catch transit. The outdoor space allowed us to enjoy our evenings while the little ones slept. We really loved that the corner coffee shop was open at 6am everyday!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
We are so glad to hear you all enjoyed Front Break! And glad to hear it all went smoothly with the little ones! We know what a challenge that can be and it sounds like the place was a good fit. That's what we strive for! We hope to see you all back again in one of our properties. Thanks again for staying.

10/10 Excellent

Julian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay by Mississippi Ave
The place was clean and right next to Mississippi Ave where they had all of the restaurants, breweries and sweets that you would need. The owner was really nice and easy to communicate with. Overall the place was a great home base for exploring Portland as we had a parking spot and parking on the street.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed our property in the Mississippi District and experience the vibrant neighborhood! So glad you took the time to explore the eateries nearby! We hope you’ll stay with us again for future travels.

10/10 Excellent

karol b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home.
We traveled all day and got in at 1:00 in the morning. Our access into the home was easy, the home welcoming and everybody happy. The neighborhood is lively and fun. Parking was easy. Plenty of linens, accessories, and the thank you snack very much appreciated. We want to come back there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Oh how I know that feeling of traveling all day and then arriving at a house to find the check in and parking easy. We are happy to provide the 2 parking spots at our Mississippi location. We also love leaving our welcome gifts for people made up of local products. We have had a blast curating the gifts - so happy you appreciated them.

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Front break
The front break home was an absolute blast to stay in during our weekend exploring Portland. It is in a great, central location. It was very clean and comfortable! We only wish we were able to check in earlier!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Framily Trip
Great location! Had 6 adults and 2 toddlers and was plenty of space!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

summer R.

Cozy home in a perfect neighborhood.
My family and I loved staying in this house. It was clean, comfortable, and cozy with lots of personal touches. We appreciated the parking spot and all of the welcome treats that were left for us, as well as a neighborhood guide that we used daily to discover all that this awesome neighborhood has to offer. We will definitely rent this house again the next time we are in town. Thank you so much for giving us a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2020
Thanks Summer so happy you enjoyed the house and the welcome treats. We are happy to showcase Portland's talented makers with the gifts! I am also happy you enjoyed the neighborhood guide, we are constantly updating it with all the new amazing businesses that Portland offers. We hope to host you again!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Great place to stay
Thanks for the welcoming treats!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candace J.

Perfect location and beautiful house.
Very easy to find, key right in the lock box. Great bag of coffee to add to our mornings. Very thoughtful and we would stay here again. Very comfortable beds and clean. Overall, great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019