[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Magic House, Walk Score 93! Family-friendly vacation home in Portland with a hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27503000/27502948/c044d26c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27503000/27502948/06e6df13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27503000/27502948/6366f0af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27503000/27502948/53cbd17c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27510000/27503000/27502948/w1024h677x0y6-a01ee301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to The Magic House, nestled in the charming Hawthorne district of Portland. This enchanting abode, with its vintage style and artistic flair, is perfect for those seeking a unique cultural experience. With four queen beds and plenty of space to social distance, you can unwind in comfort while still being close to all the action. Enjoy exploring the neighborhood's many restaurants, grocery stores, and boutiques within walking distance. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Kitchen - Hot tub - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Magic House, Walk Score 93! Your safety is our top priority. We are following VRBO's advanced cleaning guidelines and our neighborhood is among the most safe and peaceful in Portland. The Magic House, circa 1909, is located in a charming restaurant and boutique district, 2 blocks to SE Hawthorne and 3 blocks to SE Division, in the heart of Hawthorne and Portland! Walk score 93! Located 15 minutes to the airport, 11 minutes to downtown, 9 minutes to the Oregon Convention Center, and 2 blocks from the Hawthorne Theater. Walk 3 blocks to rental bikes and 2 blocks to four bus stops. Park in driveway for easy load in and out. There is also plenty of free street parking with no time limits. Walking through the residential neighborhood is lovely with beautiful vintage homes and lush gardens. We want to accommodate the needs of your large or small group at The Magic House and Magic Barn. The Magic Barn is located in the backyard and can be booked separately in conjunction with The Magic House for larger groups. Please see the Magic Barn: Vrbo 1106117 The Magic House was Todji's sculpture studio for 17 years. We hope you enjoy her vintage style and artistry! The Magic House was a neglected rental when Todji first rented a room in 2000. He purchased the house in 2004 when banks were giving loans to self-employed artists, and he continued to fix it up for 17 years, while renting rooms to community artists and friends. Todji painted the outside of The Magic House over three summers. The floors are worn and full of stories, the stairs are a little creaky, the paint is fresh and colorful, and the furnishings are up-cycled and unique. This is not a real estate investor style of vacation rental home. We are self employed artists and we have done all the restoration work ourselves. We encourage you to book with us if you wish to have a local, artistic, cultural experience. While restoring The Magic House, Todji built a career producing bronze sculpture monuments for US cities, and private collectors. The sculpture collection in the house rotates to different galleries and exhibitions. Your onsite host Hobie is a professional writer and novelist. He is available for friendly help, and also to respect privacy. Please text him if you need something onsite. We give cleaning and maintenance work at the Magic House to community artists. We list the claw foot tub on VRBO as a "Spa Whirlpool" (which is the only check box option to describe it) so that hot bath people can find their way to a hot clawfoot tub bath at the Magic House. Please see photos, this is a "Hot Tub" for 1 person. Enjoy! The backyard is shared space with Magic Barn guests, your hosts, gardeners, maintenance people, etc. Please exchange friendly hellos and respect privacy. There is driveway parking for one car. The driveway may be temporarily reserved for maintenance services when necessary. There are orange Nike rental bikes three blocks away at SE Hawthorne and 40th St, in front of New Seasons health food grocery store. There are bus stops going in the four directions within three blocks of our front door. Downtown by bus is approximately 15 minutes. Use Trimet's website to easily plan bus and light rail trips. To get from the airport to our house (10 miles) by public transportation you can take a Max train at the airport and then transfer once to a Trimet bus, in approximately 52 minutes. We are very centrally located, and along with that convenience comes audible and visible street traffic. We are located off of a fairly busy four lane street. We have one mustard colored bedroom on the backside of the house that has two queen mattresses which is fairly distant from the sound of the street in case you have any light sleepers in your group. Proximity to the street has been fine for some guests, and not ideal for others. A previous guest at The Magic House wrote this in their review: "Description of the house warns about the sound of traffic from a busy street, but we didn't notice. Neighborhood is safe and clean." Very few of our guests have had issue with the street proximity. We recommend the mustard colored room for light sleepers. The Magic Barn is set back a good distance from the street and has been described in past reviews as "tranquil", "quiet" and "serene". We are located in one of the most beautiful, and hippest neighborhoods in Portland, and we have always felt comfortable walking in our neighborhood during the day and night. The Magic House has four queen beds in frames, two twin floor mattresses, a queen floor mattress, a sleeper sofa in the dining room, and the living room has a sofa and can accommodate a queen floor mattress. All are pictured in our photos. We charge $30 per night, per guest, after the first 4 guests. VRBO includes that in your total when you enter more than 4 guests in the guest count. Safety is our top priority. We require our guests to write us a message with a little information about themselves and their trip before we send the door code. We hope that this will help provide a safer environment for guests, neighbors, and hosts. Please share a little information if you wish to book. With the center of both SE Hawthorne St and SE Division St within 3 blocks, there is an abundance of restaurants, grocery stores, neighborhood strolling, boutique browsing and hiking options within walking distance. See a movie, or just step in to witness the beautiful and iconic McMenamin's Bagdad theater, accompanied by an incredible restaurant/bar/pool hall in the back called the "Back Stage Bar", at SE 37th and Hawthorne. It will give you a feel for classic Portland! We are minutes from Mt Tabor park which has a lovely forest with walking trails sitting upon a dormant volcano, and we are 45 minutes to the spectacular 600 foot tall Multnomah waterfall in the gorgeous Columbia River Gorge scenic area. Division Street is three blocks away, and is a recently renovated strip with modern architecture, new restaurants and boutique shops that will give you a feel for the freshest vibe Portland has to offer. Here is a list to get you started: Restaurants: (The options are endless but here are a few popular favorites!) Serving Food Late - Sapphire Hotel at 50th and Hawthorne, Romantic and sexy atmosphere- great for late night drinks and gourmet bar food. Stumptown Coffee Roasters- 45th and Division, Classic Great Portland Coffee Trinket- One block away on Lincoln and 39th, great for Brunch with their locally sourced eggs!) Harlow- 36th and Hawthorne, Hip and Healthy, great for lunch, or fresh veggie juice. Por Que No- 46th and Hawthorne, Wildly popular Mexican with a great playful decor. (Don’t be intimidated by the line, you order at the counter, and then get a seat and your order will be out in no time) Bollywood Theater- 30th and Division, Indian food small plates. Also along line but worth it! Salt and Straw- 33rd and Division, Food Networks top five ice creams! Super Popular! Lauretta Jeans- 34th and Division, Breathtaking Pies! Tidbit Food Cart Pod, 28th and Division, Fabulous food cart selection, lots of seating, including a beer garden and vintage clothing bus. A truly Portland experience. Hiking: The website of "Friends of the Columbia Gorge" has detailed information about many hikes in the scenic and nearby Columbia River Gorge. It is a 45 minute drive from here to enter the gorge. Below are the names of hikes that we love and recommend. Check the website to find a hike with a distance and fitness level that suits you. For those who are visiting the gorge for the first time, I recommend visiting the most spectacular, and also the most touristicated, 600 foot Multnomah Falls. For those who want a challenging half day hike you can begin at Multnomah Falls and hike a loop called the Franklin Ridge Loop. Multnomah Falls /Franklin Ridge Loop Eagle Creek Angels Rest Bridal Veil Falls Triple Falls Wahkeena Falls Groceries, Pharmacy and Shopping: New Seasons- Local Health Food Store (40th and Hawthorne) Fred Meyers- Local Department/Grocery store (Cesar Chavez and Hawthorne) Rite Aid Pharmacy- Drugstore/pharmacy (Cesar Chavez and Division) Powell’s Books- A smaller version of Portland’s famous Bookstore (37th and Hawthorne) Gold Door- Wonderful Imports from around the world (37th and Hawthorne) Enjoy! We hope to host you! With Love, Todji and Hobie ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - 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Thank you for staying at the Magic House! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please carry luggage up all stairs. Dragging luggage up the stairs takes off the paint and beats up the wood. Thanks! Park in driveway, or on SE Harrison only. NO PARKING ON SE STEPHENS by request of our neighbors who live on that small street. Thanks! Please forward our Self Check-In Information PDF to everyone in your group so they will know the house rules and have the door code. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Please message us to make arrangements for pets. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 17-221635-000-00-LU ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Magic House Heart Portland Magic Heart Portland The Magic House Heart Of Portland The Magic House, Heart Of Portland Portland The Magic House, Heart Of Portland Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.50919%2C-122.62304&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bTZ9APzGANk3q1HPAfWiKzfOx-Q=) Portland, OR #### What's nearby - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry - 6 min drive - 3.8 km - Lloyd Center - 7 min drive - 4.3 km - Oregon Convention Center - 7 min drive - 4.7 km - Moda Center - 8 min drive - 5.0 km - Oregon Health and Science University - 8 min drive - 4.5 km #### Getting around - NE 60th Avenue Station - 5 min drive - Portland Union Station - 21 min drive - Portland International Airport (PDX) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Next Level Burger - ‬7 min walk - ‪Back Stage Bar - ‬6 min walk - ‪Short Round - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hungry Dumpling House - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bagdad Theater & Pub - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Magic House, Walk Score 93! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Magic House, Walk Score 93!? > As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Magic House, Walk Score 93! on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $239.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Portland-Hotels-The-Magic-House.h27502948.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Magic House, Walk Score 93!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Magic House, Walk Score 93!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Magic House, Walk Score 93! located? > Located in the center of Portland, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Hawthorne Theatre and Belmont. Laurelhurst Park and Mt Tabor Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Magic House, Walk Score 93! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 37 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah E. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm sunny happy place I love this home! It was perfect for our crew! Big spaces, lotsa beds, great neighborhood! ##### Sarah E. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jane S. Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy this property is true to its name. It is charming and has some really amazing sculptures in each room. The street noise is real, so if you are looking for a quite place to stay, this might not be the place for you. The water pressure is also not great in any of the bathrooms. Having said that, the host was super responsive and the location is great from a walking standpoint. ##### Jane S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica H. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great neighborhood Unique property with quirky style. A little worn and could have been cleaner. Description true to experience, noisy street. Helpful hosts ##### Jessica H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April L. Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Everything was great ##### April L. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luxa S. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magic stay at Magic House! We had a great stay at Magic House. There was a lot to do in the beautiful area and the place was clean and accommodating with a fun personality! ##### Luxa S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Calee J. Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location for family trip We loved the house and location! We were able to walk to fantastic restaurants. Wonderful hosts who were friendly and accommodating! Thank you for a great experience! ##### Calee J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin k. Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place of respite We enjoyed our time at the Magic house, following a family members surgery and recovery. It was a great place with lots of interesting rooms to just, visit and enjoy one another's company. ##### kevin k. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian C. May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location; value and host Great location for older family fun. Walki g distace to stores, movie theater, bars and entertainment ##### Brian C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen R., Lexington Mar 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique house We enjoyed staying at and exploring this unique house. ##### Kristen R. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lily G. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick friends trip We loved the house itself, the location was PERFECT for taking walks to get coffee in the morning and doing some shopping or even nightlife. The property owner was incredibly responsive and helpful. Would highly recommend this house! ##### Lily G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawthorne neighborhood I loved the house. I love the neighborhood and stay on That part of town 2 or 3 times a year when visiting fam. It sits right on 39th, very busy street, which might bother some. The plus side was i got that big house to myself vs a tiny hotel room. ##### John M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline K. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Board meeting in funky Portland house I run a small nonprofit and we come together for only one in person board meeting a year. I rented the Magic House because it had enough bedrooms and we could afford it. We were all comfortable in the beds (tho traffic noise was disturbing in rooms that faced Cesar Chavez). Well supplied kitchen. Great bathrooms. A big enough table. Interesting art. It was great to walk together to cafes. A good experience. ##### Caroline K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon L. May 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Engaged Host Todji was easy to communicate with. The location was good, only slightly difficult pulling out of the driveway in the morning onto a busy street. Walking distance to some decent restaurants and amenities. ##### Jon L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith T. Jun 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Place to Stay We have loved our time in The Magic House. Our group of 7 had plenty of room to spread out in this comfortable house filled with beautiful art. It’s by far one of the cleanest homes we have rented in the past. We were so surprised to find everything to make coffee on the premise and wonderful in room coffee bars. Todji has created a peaceful place to call “home” while in Portland. A special thanks to Hobie who was so gracious to work with. It was truly an amazing place to stay for 5 days. ##### Judith T. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William B. Aug 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful artistic home! Ideal location in SE Hawthorne with easy access to shops, restaurants, parks, and beautiful homes and gardens. Artwork throughout the property provided a magical and eclectic ambiance. Front porch and rear patio added to the relaxing atmosphere of the home. ##### William B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike G., Yakima, WA USA Jan 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Funky Artsy Old House Six adults in Portland for a cheer competition weekend. The house worked out well for us. Good location relative to the convention center. Plenty of room for all of us including a few more for dinner. Kitchen worked well for us. It was a blizzard weekend but the old house stayed warm. The TV is newer and smart. Everyone was happy with the house and our weekend together. ##### Mike G. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mo M. Apr 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved this home The Magic House was the perfect spot for my sister, her two teenage daughters and me. We each had our own spacious, comfortable rooms. The location is ideal— near lots of great restaurants and shops and only a short drive to downtown Portland. The house is as described. We found it to be gloriously funky and whimsical. The sculptures in and around the property are amazing. Check-in and check-out was super easy. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you, Todji! ##### Mo M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Eric F. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Portland Magic House but not magic location Love the space for a large family or group of friends. Great energy inn the home, although obviously it can be (often is?) rented out for four separate parties (master bedroom, third floor, rest of home, Magic Barn). The location near the Hawthorne neighborhood in SE Portland is convenient, but...it's right on Cesar Chavez Blvd., so it is almost always noisy and a real thrill to pull off and onto the busy street. If it was a block away or so, it would be perfect! But still worth staying at. ##### Eric F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda S. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### May 18-22 Loved the house and the location - loved the funky vibe. The attic was very hot when we arrived on May 18 (over 85 degrees). It was my understanding from the listing that each bedroom had a window air conditioning unit. We would have liked wash clothes to wash our faces and to use in the shower. ##### Brenda S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kenneth M. Mar 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique place but noisy The art and unique decor makes the stay interesting. Two of the bathrooms are nicely updated. One bed is in the living area. The road noise was problematic. Unlike the property description which states the house is off of a busy street - the house is directly ON a busy street. The noise was accentuated by a pothole immediately in front of the house which created accentuated noises from trucks and buses. Ear plugs were worn by some while others changed room. ##### Kenneth M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebekah O. Sep 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would def stay at Magic House again The house was old & lovely, full of character & charm. Location was great for taking walks & located < 10 min from something fun in every direction. I loved that there were multiple coffee makers in almost every room! The driveway was a bit tricky to back out of at times but we managed without incident. We would definitely stay again, but we may ask for an additional fan if it’s another super hot summer 😊 The artwork is unique & beautiful. And the guys played the guitar & piano thanks to the host making both available. Although there are many terrific restaurants nearby, we cooked several meals at home & used the grill outside one night. Everything was wonderful! ##### Rebekah O. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa S. Apr 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique & Quirky Lodgings The walkable neighborhood was beautiful. We stayed in late April and everything was in bloom in the neighborhood gardens. Restaurants and vintage stores abound. Grocery store in walking distance. Pulling out of the driveway was tricky due to the traffic but we had one of us guide us out each time. This place is old and interesting, creaky stairs and old hardwood floors. I felt it was very clean but just remember, it's old! My husband and I wanted to stay in the Magic Attic but decided the steep stairs were too much for us so our daughter stayed up there. We did our best to abide by the "shoes off in the house" policy. I never go barefoot at home because it hurts my feet and these floors are old and beat up so I'm not sure why the policy. The beds were comfortable but the living room couch and chairs are NOT. It seems the backs are too low. The dining room chairs are hard wooden chairs so basically there's no place comfortable to sit when you are at home but we were gone all day long so we managed. The tub/shower combo on the second floor is what I used and I would strongly suggest bringing a couple of clothespins to hold the curtain closed because cold air blowing in on you in the shower is very unpleasant! Seattle's Best coffee is provided in the kitchen and two of the rooms. The filtered water in the kitchen tastes really good. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash is provided. If you need distilled water for your CPAP machines, look in the closet by the second floor bathroom. ##### Theresa S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kristin N. Jan 20, 2024 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Magic Window Covering (please!) The Hawthorne District is a wonderful place to base your Portland visit. And the Magic House aligns with "Keep Portland Weird". Neat art and the right amount of funkiness. The bedrooms were appointed with vintage furniture and maybe vintage mattresses. The beds were soft (and some were a bit uneven) with the loft room being the exception. It was modern and clean in design and had a firmer bed. We were travelling with two elders and the stairs were tricky for them as the house, like others of its age, have steep steps. I very much wish that the dishes and inside of the microwave were clean. I wish that there wasn't a mildew stained shower curtain in second floor bathroom. And I really wish that there was a window covering in that same bathroom since I stepped out of the shower only to realize a neighbor was looking right at me (ewww). Owner was communicative and helpful in advance of our visit. We got a clear set of expectations and rules (including no shoes allowed inside and parking directions) before we arrived. We had some communication challenges (perhaps due to a new phone) during our stay - which was fine - and after our stay when he helped to facilitate a return of an item left behind. Unfortunately, he was both slow to respond to me and to his support team (giving them my address) making the cost to return the item prohibitive within the desired timeline and it had detrimental impact on us. I am grateful for the extra effort it took, though. ##### Kristin N. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tracey P. Jun 20, 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Nice house but ants, ants, ants! The property is in a great location, near Division street area. Easy walk or uber to great eateries and breweries. The house is eclectic and filled with the owners awesome art. The beds are comfortable. No one was bothered by the busy street out front. The house is older as describes with creeky floors which adds to the experience of staying in an older property. The house was clean (except for our issue mentioned below). I loved all the plants. Todji is a pleasure to speak to and deal with. We had limited interaction with Hobie who lives in a basement apartment. The one BIG issue we had was ants. After you pay all your installments, you are sent a 5 page document of do's/don'ts and things to do. The document states that the kitchen has "a small amount of ants from time to time" and that the owners "elect not to use ant poison because it goes against their practice of the sanctity of all life." Had I received this information prior to the reservation, I likely would not have rented this property. While I believe in the sanctity of life, I also believe in having food not covered by ants. We arrived early evening on our day of arrival and set out our groceries which included baked goods and fresh fruits. By the next morning, the baked goods and fruit were COVERED in HUNDREDS of ants. They were set on a table next to the refrigerator, away from the sink or windows. We tossed what we had to, put all other food of any kind into the refrigerator. We dealt with ants the remainder of our three night, four day stay. Todji was VERY apologetic, covered the expense of our lost food and set out ant traps. He was VERY responsive to our situation. I am putting this into our review, because I believe that it needs to be disclosed. In my opinion, there is no way that the ant problem is an isolated issue with an ant here or there. Again, this was hundreds of ants all over our food. I spent my final vacation days cleaning up ants! I honestly hated that we had this issue b/c Todji is a pleasure and the property worked quite well for us except for the ants. ##### Tracey P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Valerie R. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large comfy home in nice neighborhood We stayed here for our daughter's graduation weekend and everything was very close by and very convenient- from shopping to eating out and meeting with our family. Plenty of space and hosts were very accommodating. ##### Valerie R. 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