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New University Park Garden Guest House

Holiday home with kitchen, near University of Portland

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Exterior
New furniture! Recline into
a deep sleep.
Reclining chairs
Living area
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 472.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Place, University of Portland
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Portland International Raceway
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Jantzen Beach Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

New University Park Garden Guest House

This beautiful newly built home is located in the quiet residential University Park neighborhood. Located within walking distance from a diverse offering of restaurants, bars, shops, and parks and only a short jaunt to the University of Portland makes this house a convenient place to stay while in Portland. It was thoughtfully designed with cathedral ceilings that allow for an ample amount of light. The light is easily filtered with motor operated blinds. When sleeping in the upstairs bedroom, you will awake to sounds of a variety of birds that dwell in the surrounding canopy of trees.
This is a 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath home with a separate gated entrance and private garden. It is fully furnished with all new appliances, cookware, and linens. It has a washer/ dryer, air conditioning, and a dual fuel stove. This 800 sq ft home has been tastefully decorated and is very inviting. It is located 1/2 mile from the University of Portland and 1 mile from the quaint neighborhood of St. Johns with a variety of restaurants, cafes, pubs, and parks. The beautiful St. Johns Bridge and Cathedral Park are just a 1-mile walk from the home.
The nearest grocery store New Seasons is located just three blocks down the street and McKenna Park is just one block behind the home. Fred Meyer shopping is located just four blocks away. There is a designated off street parking spot for two vehicles .
The property is located just three blocks from the TriMet bus stops which connect to the city's Max light rail line which can transport you to all parts of the city.
We are often available to welcome you to our property and can assist you with questions or needs that you may have during your stay.
Julie, Jim, and McKenna

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside of the Garden Guest Home

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 18-212926-000-00-HO

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Portland

North Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Jantzen Beach Center and Vancouver Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Oregon Zoo. Ready for a night out? Consider McMenamins Crystal Ballroom and Roseland Theater. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • University of Portland - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Portland Expo Center - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Portland International Raceway - 9 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Jantzen Beach Center - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Moda Center - 13 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • North Lombard Transit Center - 6 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 19 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cathedral Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Victorico’s Mexican Food - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New University Park Garden Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New University Park Garden Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New University Park Garden Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New University Park Garden Guest House located?

Located in North Portland, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Portland, Willamette River and Swan Island. Cathedral Park and St. Johns Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joerg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect, as always! :-)
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was immaculately clean and there were special touches to welcome us. Host was more than accommodating, with excellent communication and help with suggestions on what to see and during our stay. Kitchen was very well stocked and everything we wanted to see and do was with 15 minutes. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaye s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cozy space

Loved staying at this lovely space. Close to loads of delicious food and hosts are delightful. Will certainly come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful repeat stay

My wife and I had another great stay here. The small house is wonderfully maintained and is a great place to relax or have it be your temporary home while you explore. Also the hosts left many thoughtful snacks, drinks, and wine which was a nice surprise. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My daughter and I loved staying here as we took day trips to look at colleges and explore different areas of Portland. The owners were kind and responsive. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful University Park spot

This was my 3rd stay here. The house is so cute and comfortable, and it's ideally located for my visits to Portland. Julie and Jim are terrific hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back again!

Comfortable, spotless , private and very convenient for our son’s home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joerg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

5/5
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded

Pleasant place, very quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful cottage

We love Julie and Jim's cottage with its excellent decor and appointments. The location in North Portland is very convenient for us. Julie and Jim are gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Suited our needs. Comfortable place to stay. Very nice North Portland neighborhood. Hope to return here when visiting Portland.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not so TINY house

Wonderful house with lots of character. Our place in North Portland.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite VRBO!!!

Such a wonderful spot when we are with our daughter and her partner so close to our other daughter and her family!! The rooms are very comfortable and in addition my very favorite robe is available even though I didn't bring it with me!!!!! And Lyrical Lynda also loves the tv connect to a music station! Best VRBO ever and we often use those!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti E., Maui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat stay

Jim and Julie go out of their way to make you feel welcome, you could not ask for better hosts. Their small home is such a well-thought out space with everything you need for a home away from home. Our architect friend who visited us during our stay was impressed. We plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

This was just an amazing experience. Jim and Julie are so kind and responsive. Lovely house. Many thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This is our third stay at Jim and Julie's guest house and that says it all. They are always so welcoming and accommodating and the house is always spotless. The location is perfect for visiting our daughter at U of Portland. This time they allowed us a later check out time due to a delayed flight home. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Our Stay!

The house is LOVELY! We were welcomed with wine & chocolates. The house is quiet, cozy, well stocked and warmly decorated. It’s so close to the Univ of Portland. My husband and I and our two children (well adults really since they’re both in college) fit comfortably and slept well. There are great coffee shops & restaurants nearby. I highly recommend staying here. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!!!

Great place to stay near other family members who live in that area and wonderful when there is other family staying with us there also! And both of them had to work online across the country and it worked out very well for both of them and the extra space upstairs made it even easier for them! Very comfortable beds and furniture> I am sure if we used the kitchen more it would have been very good also. And my favorite robe is there also!!! We do VRBO frequently and this is one of or favorite from all over the country!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for our short stay

Jim & Julie are outstanding hosts, ever responsive, but not overbearing. The complementary wine, chocolates, etc. made the tiny house feel like a boutique hotel, but without neighbors on the other side of the wall! The decor and furnishings were luxurious, too. We are a family of four good size adults (tallest 6' 4") with luggage and groceries, so two nights in this petite home was just right for our needs. A longer stay would be just perfect if you have two smaller kids. Thank you, Julie & Jim!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect for our stay. Home is very clean and secure with a fenced private area. Kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and linens were great quality. Excellent overall experience, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This guest house is a gem of a property! Clean, well-cared for, exactly as pictured and described. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking - from pots and pans to spices. Quiet neighborhood, 15 minutes to downtown. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a textbook perfect stay. The hosts were fantastic communicators. They were there to greet us (it’s a bit unusual to find) and checked on us. they were amazing (and left us treats, always nice. The house was perfect for our needs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always our favorite place to stay in Portland!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Very welcoming and cute place. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Julie and Jim White

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We are two educators with a high school daughter. We purchased our home in 1996 and love this neighborhood. We recently took the leap and built this accessory dwelling unit-ADU in our backyard. It has turned out to be a beautiful and welcoming space. We look forward to hosting our guests.

What makes this property unique

Private entrance with enclosed garden and sitting area, fully fenced.

Languages:

English

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