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The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat

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Kick back in our cozy, open floor plan – perfect for relaxed chats, cooking up a snack, and unwinding in style.
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Gather 'round our dining table for delicious meals, puzzle marathons, or a bit of internet surfing – all with a side of vibrant art!
Drift off in a fun, art-filled bedroom featuring a cozy double bed with a Casper mattress, soft cotton sheets, and a soothing sound machine!
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
NZ$475
avg per night

Explore the area

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Portland, OR
  • Place, Willamette River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Oaks Amusement Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Reed College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

En-suite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$475
avg per night

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About the area

Portland

Located in Southeast Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, this guesthouse is near theme parks and on a river. Aladdin Theater and Oregon Museum of Science and Industry are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portland Aerial Tram and Portland Children's Museum. Check out an event or a game at Moda Center, and consider making time for Oregon Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Westmoreland Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sellwood Riverfront Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Willamette River - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oaks Amusement Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Reed College - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Tigard Transit Center Station - 15 min drive
  • SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek Station - 16 min walk
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moreland Ale House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jakes Place - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bertie Lou's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pik Nik Park Food Carts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zenbu Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat

Welcome to The Happy Place suite, where creativity meets comfort in a thoughtfully designed space within a beautiful 1908 Craftsman home. Set on the lower level, this suite is designed for relaxation, with natural light streaming in through well-placed windows. Here, you’ll rest easy on cozy Casper mattresses, wrapped in soft cotton sheets and fluffy pillows. Your morning coffee becomes an experience as you settle in on your own covered patio, watching the neighborhood life unfold.

Created by two artists, The Happy Place is filled with treasures and details that inspire—from original artwork and books to games and all the essentials for a comfortable stay, right down to cozy slippers. This isn’t just a place to stay; it’s a creative haven that feels like home.

Booking and Policies:
By booking with us, you’re agreeing to our cancellation policy, so we encourage you to review it beforehand. Because life is unpredictable, we also recommend travel insurance to protect your stay. For security, we place a $300 hold (not a deposit) on your card. This process requires an email address, so we’ll reach out after booking with details. As a thank you to our valued 5-star guests with 3 or more stays, we’ll skip the security hold for you!

Please note: third-party bookings require prior approval. At least one guest on the reservation must be registered and staying at the property.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
A $300 security deposit hold is required to book this listing.
Only registered guests may stay the night. Any daytime visitors must be preapproved.
No smoking or pets.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 24ASTR-PER-00475

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat?

As of 18 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$475, including 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat located?

Located in Southeast Portland, this guesthouse is within 2 miles (3 km) of Oaks Amusement Park, Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden and Reed College. Willamette River and Lewis and Clark College are also within 3 miles (5 km). SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek Station is 16 minutes by foot and Oaks Park Station is 24 minutes.

The Happy Place - 2BD Sellwood Creative Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as advertised and pictured -- very cute and very clean. The location was great. Our family had a wonderful stay and would book this again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy arrival instructions. Cheery, clean, and very comfortable. Great location to walk to the shops and restaurants in Sellwood. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

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

great Sellwood two Bedroom two bathroom apartment.

everything about this home was perfect. clean, roomy and beautiful kitchen appliances. could not have asked for anything more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg B.

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

Well appointed and fun place to stay

Parking was a bit hit and miss but the unit was fun and very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

Amazing Space!

We loved our stay at The Happy Place. It had everything we needed to enjoy our time in Sellwood. The kitchen was so well-appointed, the bathrooms were lovely, the beds were comfortable. Our hosts were super responsive and helpful too. Overall excellent stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

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

A Very Happy Place

It was one of the easiest check-ins I've ever experienced while staying in a VRBO. Communication with our hosts was excellent, and the property is beautiful and spotless. Sellwood is a vibrant neighborhood, and it is very convenient to have shops and restaurants within walking distance. I would stay in this property again without hesitation. Thankyou Marianne
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

This was a great stay!

This place was perfect for us. This neighborhood is walking distance to food, nature and interesting shops to browse in. We had coffee at a different place every day. Nature is not far away and we enjoyed a daily walk by the river, in Sellwood Park or even around the block. Driving anywhere in the city was quick and easy too. The host was super friendly and the place was clean and cozy. Would 10/10 recommend a stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lillian W.

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

Great Location, Nice Accommodations

This 2 bdrm / 2 bath basement unit was a joy to stay in. The rooms were very comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Check-in/out was very easy and Kim was excellent in communication. Midway in our stay, Kim inquired about how our stay. I mentioned squeaky doors and voila, there was a can of WD40 at the front door the next day! How caring and attentive is that! There is a binder that provides all the information you need for your stay including names of your unit cleaner and her cats. There was also a welcoming basket for us to enjoy which I thought was a great touch! Although located on a well trafficked street, the unit was remarkably quiet. I highly recommend this unit and hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl M.

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

Burrowing in, in Sellwood

Here are some things we liked:1) The owner Kim was really sweet and helpful.2) The location was great, walking distance to 13th Ave. with all the cafes and restaurants. Easy access to the river and driving to downtown. 3) The place felt happy, fun, was super creative, definitely not cookie cutter. It was never boring looking at how they decorated. And the unit was pretty large.4) Good hot water and showers. 5) Kitchen well equipped.Things we didn't like so much:1) The owners lived above in this beautiful old house, and we could hear them walking around a lot, probably on wood floors. And in the evening too up to about 10 pm, which was annoying and got old. It was already hard enough living in a basement unit. Maybe they could wear soft slippers and walk more carefully?2) More importantly, there are outside areas on all four sides of the house, and on two of them they have set up work spaces for photography and other things. They were outside often, building "catios" (cat patios, very Portlandia, don't ask!), and they were right outside the windows of the main bedroom, often in the afternoons and early evenings, right when we wanted to be home and relaxing (we are in our 60s and 70s). So... it seems to us that if they are renting their lovely but pricey unit for a few days they might hold off with their outdoor usages and construction projects, or at least consult with the tenants before banging away. Thanx!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this 2 bedroom—location, design, comfort, and friendly hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a delightful place. A Happy Place! We look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025