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CIty Forest Retreat

Holiday home with kitchenette, near Oregon Zoo

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Oregon Zoo
  • Place, Portland Japanese Garden
  • Place, Oregon Health and Science University
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

CIty Forest Retreat

Close to city...but not too close. Relax in the comfort of a fully renovated "rear windows" apartment, overlooking towering cedars and Douglas firs. Birdwatching, urban hiking and easy access in all directions. Close to highest viewpoint in Portland. Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. During colder months, enjoy remote controlled gas fireplace while you read or binge watch your favorite shows in the living room.

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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: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 23-087626-000-00-HO

About the area

Portland

Southwest Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Washington Square Mall and Jantzen Beach Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Oregon Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Moda Center, or consider a night out at McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Oregon Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Portland Japanese Garden - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Portland State University - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Oregon Health and Science University - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Moda Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • PSU South-SW 6th and College Station - 6 min drive
  • Beaverton Hall-Nimbus Station - 13 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Enchanted Sun Breakfast Burritos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aviary Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪St Barbra Pinoy Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪bearwalk Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Goose Hollow Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CIty Forest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CIty Forest Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CIty Forest Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CIty Forest Retreat located?

Located in Southwest Portland, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Washington Park and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Oregon Zoo. Portland Children's Museum and World Forestry Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Washington Park Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Audrey Q.

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

Cozy forest bungalow outside Downtown Portland!

The house was immaculate and James and Heather were amazing hosts. We didn’t expect to spend a lot of time at the VRBO while in Portland, but we ended up spending most of our mornings here drinking coffee and staring out into the beautiful forest. And when we did leave, it was an easy 10 minute Uber into the city. Such a wonderful place to spend a few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernice C.

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

Super place for adult couple who wants quiet accommodations

This was a great place for our stay while grandson graduated from college. Comfortable accommodations. FANTASTIC shower!!! Beautiful setting. We never saw any deer, but did see a coyote several blocks away. Easy access to Interstates, downtown, Multnomah Village. Did I mention the wonderful shower? (Worth mentioning more than once.) The owner even left some nice treats for us! We heartily recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gigi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Portland! These accommodations were amazing! Cozy bed, great large shower, gas fireplace for cozy evenings, great location and comfortable seating area. Book your stay! You won’t be disappointed!!!! Would stay there again if we ever return to a Portland!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and views were spectacular! A true escape from the city surrounded by cedars and doug firs. Everything from the blankets and pillows to the cookware was high quality, and despite the small size of the kitchen, it truly had everything I needed to cook a full meal. One thing to note is that there is a small, high window in the bedroom with no curtain, and while it wasn’t a problem for me personally, if you are sensitive to morning/evening light, you’ll want to bring an eye mask.Would definitely stay here again! Perfect for a solo stay or a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with incredible forest view. Host was very kind and accomodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and hope the property will be available for our next trip to Portland.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic stay ! This little cozy forest retreat is perfect for you and someone else. Comfortable bed and AMAZING shower. Heather was extremely courteous offering any sort of help and or guidance about the city. 10/10 would recommend. Will be back. Additionally the cleanliness of this spot was also a 10/10 not a speck of dust, stain, frayed or torn anything. Thank you Heather !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The surrounding greenery and quiet neighborhood made this a lovely weekend retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Cozy, clean and close to the city

We had an excellent stay at City Forest Retreat. The property was clean and modern, it was a perfect home base for a trip to Portland. The owner was easy to communicate with, timely and pleasant. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

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

Great spot!

Great location in quiet scenic neighborhood but a close enough drive to all the city action or easy get out of town. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Tree House

This is lovely spot. So close to downtown very quiet. I hope to stay again.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Heather Kientz

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