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New University Park Garden Guest House

Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Portland

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, books
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
In the quiet University Park neighborhood, this beautiful newly built home offers a convenient place to stay while in Portland. With its thoughtfully designed interior featuring cathedral ceilings and motor-operated blinds, you'll feel right at home. The property boasts a private garden, washer/dryer, air conditioning, and dual fuel stove for your comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside of the Garden Guest Home

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 780 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 18-212926-000-00-HO

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

New University Park Garden Guest House Portland
New University Park Garden Guest Portland
New University Park Garden Guest
New University Park Garn
New University Park Portland
New University Park Garden Guest House Portland
New University Park Garden Guest House Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New University Park Garden Guest House located?

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

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Reviews

New University Park Garden Guest House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bobby I.

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

Comfortable, clean, and convenient

This place was perfect for 4 people. We had a geat mini-vacation with in Portland. The location was central to everything we wanted to do and after a long day of hiking and adventuring out it was a great place to come home to.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Perfect Stay in St John’s

This is a wonderful property that met our every need. Beautifully designed, it allowed my husband and I to spread out. It is impeccably clean with a terrific kitchen. Most important for us, it’s an easy walk to shopping and getting around. Julie and Jim are fabulous to work with and very generous. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos J.

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

Amazing Little House

Julie & Jim were amazing host. We traveled from Florida for my daughter’s family weekend at the University of Portland and we couldn’t ask for a better location. The drive was less than 5 minutes and the house had everything you could need. Plenty of towels, toiletries, and snacks for my teenage son. My wife was astonished by the little details of the decorations. The communication with the host was the best, we came on a rare snow storm and they kept us updated on road conditions even offered the house for early check in and late checkout. Considering my daughter still has a couple years left @UP we will try and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

I want to move in!

this place is epic and the owners are as good as it gets. fast communication and all instructions clear. the place is really homey and modern all in one. everything worked and everything was better than described. we will be back. thank you for the amazing week!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda U.

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

Short stay great location

Everything was great- 5th time we’ve stayed here and it’s always great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Lovely small home

My family visited our daughter in Portland and we stayed at this wonderful house. Perfect size for three of us with nice modern features. It was very comfortable and cozy and we had a great time there. The owners were communicative and thoughtful and we would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024