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Karen E.
7 December 2025
Liked: Location
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Karen E.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Apartment
1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm
Apartment in Milwaukie with kitchen
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Reviews
2.0 out of 10
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Milwaukie, OR
- Place, Providence Milwaukie Hospital17 min walk
- Place, Willamette River5 min drive
- Place, Reed College5 min drive
- Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm
Stay in a historic parsonage built in the 1920s, part of a larger church compound once featured on HGTV’s Extreme Homes and in Oregon Home Magazine. This 1-bedroom, 1-bath daylight basement apartment blends vintage character with creative style, incorporating museum-quality Moroccan doors and windows throughout.
Inside, antique furnishings, curated décor, and a full kitchen make the space both functional and inspiring. The cozy living room includes an additional full bed in a sectioned-off area, giving flexibility for couples, solo travelers, or creative retreats. It also features a huge bathroom with a clawfoot tub.
Step outside to enjoy the gardens, a gazebo with twinkling lights, and fountains and statues that create a whimsical atmosphere.
Located in Milwaukie’s Ardenwald neighborhood, the parsonage offers a serene home base just minutes from walking trails, public transit, and Downtown Portland’s cultural attractions. Essentials include WiFi, central heating (no A/C), shared laundry, and free street parking (first-come, first-served). Quiet hours are observed, and pets, parties, and smoking are not permitted.
Essentials:
- Free WiFi
- Central heating
- No air conditioning
- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- No smoking or pets
- No parties or events
- Must be 25+ to book
Parking & Accessibility:
- Free street parking for 2 vehicles (first-come, first-served)
- Unit is single-story but accessed via an interior staircase
- Other guests, homeowner, and a second rental unit may be on-site
Inside, antique furnishings, curated décor, and a full kitchen make the space both functional and inspiring. The cozy living room includes an additional full bed in a sectioned-off area, giving flexibility for couples, solo travelers, or creative retreats. It also features a huge bathroom with a clawfoot tub.
Step outside to enjoy the gardens, a gazebo with twinkling lights, and fountains and statues that create a whimsical atmosphere.
Located in Milwaukie’s Ardenwald neighborhood, the parsonage offers a serene home base just minutes from walking trails, public transit, and Downtown Portland’s cultural attractions. Essentials include WiFi, central heating (no A/C), shared laundry, and free street parking (first-come, first-served). Quiet hours are observed, and pets, parties, and smoking are not permitted.
Essentials:
- Free WiFi
- Central heating
- No air conditioning
- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- No smoking or pets
- No parties or events
- Must be 25+ to book
Parking & Accessibility:
- Free street parking for 2 vehicles (first-come, first-served)
- Unit is single-story but accessed via an interior staircase
- Other guests, homeowner, and a second rental unit may be on-site
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
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- Washer
- Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Milwaukie
Ardenwald, a neighbourhood in Milwaukie, is home to this apartment. Portland Aerial Tram and Portland Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oregon Zoo and Oaks Amusement Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Roseland Theater and McMenamins Crystal Ballroom.
Milwaukie, OR
What's nearby
- Westmoreland Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Providence Milwaukie Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Willamette River - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Reed College - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mike's Drive-In - 3 min drive
- Acropolis Steakhouse - 18 min walk
- The Office - 19 min walk
- Milwaukie Cafe and Bottle Shop - 8 min walk
- Jumbo Restaurant & Lounge - 19 min walk
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2.0/10
Cleanliness
2.0/10
Check-in
4.0/10
Communication
10/10
Location
4.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Fairly
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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