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1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm

2.0 star property
Apartment in Milwaukie with kitchen

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Located close to Oregon Health and Science University, 1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If in doubt, please ask Julie.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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About the neighborhood

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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

  • SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek Station - 11 min walk
  • Tigard Transit Center Station - 18 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 26 min drive

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1920s Parsonage Retreat - Gardens & Creative Charm located?

Located in Ardenwald, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Willamette River, Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, and Reed College. Oaks Amusement Park is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away. SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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