Inviting Studio w/ Patio, 15 Mi to Portland!

1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Explore the area

Vancouver, Washington

Vancouver Mall6 min drive
Salmon Creek Regional Park7 min drive
Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital9 min drive
Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

The wonders of the Pacific Northwest are waiting at this homey and affordable vacation rental! While you're staying at this quaint and cozy basement studio in Vancouver, only 15 miles will separate you from Portland. You'll have all the essentials you need: a well-stocked kitchenette, a bathroom, and a private outdoor space. Jump-start your adventure with a trip to Fort Vancouver and the Vancouver Farmers Market before crossing the river into Portland for the Oregon Zoo and Hoyt Arboretum!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | Outdoor Seating | Charcoal Grill | 2 Blocks to Park

Perfect for a solo traveler or young couple, this basement studio will get you the best value for your budget while being only a short drive away from the excitement of Portland and the splendor of the forest!

Studio: Full Bed

INDOOR LIVING: Cable TV, iPod/MP3 dock, dining table for 2
KITCHENETTE: Well-equipped, single stovetop burner, refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, coffee grinder, coffee maker, Keurig, cooking basics, Crock-Pot, dishware & flatware, hot water pot
GENERAL: Central heating, linens & towels, washer/dryer, iron/board, hair dryer, clothes steamer, high chair, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, laundry detergent
FAQ: Step-free access, homeowner on-site (upstairs unit), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (space for 1 vehicle), street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

VANCOUVER ATTRACTIONS: Vancouver Farmers Market (6.6 miles), Pearson Air Museum (6.7 miles), Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (6.7 miles), Vancouver Land Bridge (8.1 miles), Waterfront Renaissance Trail (8.2 miles)
PORTLAND SIGHTSEEING: Lan Su Chinese Garden, The Wishing Tree (14.0 miles), Portland Art Museum (14.3 miles), Tom McCall Waterfront Park (14.7 miles), OMSI (15.0 miles), Portland Japanese Garden (15.4 miles), Downtown Portland (15.9 miles), Pittock Mansion (16.0 miles), Washington Park (16.2 miles)
LOCAL CUISINE: Chalita's Tamales (0.8 miles), C'est La Vie (2.0 miles), Sakura of Japan (2.3 miles), K-Town Korean BB! Restaurant (2.5 miles), Killer Burger (2.7 miles), La Oie Cajun Cuisine (2.8 miles), Bortolami's Pizzeria (3.5 miles)
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Luke Jensen Sports Park (0.6 miles), Vancouver Lake Regional Park (10.6 miles), Forest Park (17.5 miles), Powell Butte Nature Park (20.1 miles), Silver Star Trailhead (37.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Portland International Airport (13.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 23 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit upstairs, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C

Property manager

Evolve

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Vancouver

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Hazel Dell, a neighbourhood in Vancouver. Vancouver Mall and Jantzen Beach Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Portland Japanese Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Oregon Zoo and Clark County Fairgrounds. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.

Vancouver, Washington

What's nearby

Vancouver Mall - 6 min drive
Salmon Creek Regional Park - 7 min drive
Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital - 9 min drive
Jantzen Beach Center - 11 min drive
RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater - 13 min drive

Getting around

Expo Center Station - 15 min drive
Vancouver Station - 17 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Del Taco - 5 min drive
Brothers Cascadia Brewing - 5 min drive
Super Taco Express - 5 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 5 min drive
Carl's Jr. - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting Studio w/ Patio, 15 Mi to Portland! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inviting Studio w/ Patio, 15 Mi to Portland!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inviting Studio w/ Patio, 15 Mi to Portland!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Inviting Studio w/ Patio, 15 Mi to Portland! located?

This family-friendly Vancouver apartment building is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Salmon Creek Regional Park and Vancouver Mall. Vancouver Lake Park and Washington State University Vancouver are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

Keith G.

30 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

My worst VRBO experience so far

Of my ten plus stays at VRBO's over the years, this was by far the worst stay I have had. It started when the owner texted the welcome information and asked me to park on the right hand side of the driveway when I showed up. When I arrived, there was a car already parked on the right hand side. I found parking and then proceeded to access the studio but couldn't open the gate (a previous visitor experienced a similar issue) to get in. I rang the door bell but received no answer. I tried the gate again but couldn't open it. I then called the owner but received no answer. I did leave a message stating my issues with the gate. I went to grab some dinner and texted the owner hoping to get a response. Nothing. I continued to wait and after two hours of getting no response and not being able to access the studio I drove to a nearby hotel to secure a room. I finally got a call back from the owner explaining how to open the gate. I returned to the house and was able to get into the studio. I greatly appreciated that he had set up a portable AC unit because it was extremely hot during my stay. The AC unit was vital in keeping the unit cool, but also masking the noise from upstairs. This is a basement studio and you can hear people walking around upstairs at all hours of the day and night. In fact, on both nights of my stay, when I had turned the AC unit off, I was awakened at 2:00 am with noise from upstairs. On the second morning wake up someone dropped something quite loud right above my head. If you are a light sleeper like me, this is NOT the place for you. In addition, the bed is a NOT a queen and cannot sleep two unless you are quite small. The wifi password that was provided was incorrect and there was no (cable) TV service as stated. Bottom line: there was a lot of misinformation in the information stated about this property. It is clean and has all of the amenities and because I wasn't there a whole lot, it was bearable. However, I would never stay here again and wouldn't recommend this to any future travelers.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Quincy C.

13 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute, but noisy

This place was adorable, priced right, and in a nice location. However, I have 2 complaints. 1. The bed is NOT a queen, it's a full. My husband is over 6 and a half feet tall, so this was definitely a problem. I would never have booked here if I had known it wasn't at least a queen. 2. It was noisy. Every time someone used water upstairs, we could hear it downstairs in the basement.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Olivia B.

22 July 2021

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

A comfy stay with a caveat

I want to give this place 5 stars, I really do. The check-in process was seamless, the property contact is the sweetest man, and everything was clean and comfy. But if you plan to stay here there are a couple things you should be aware of. First, this is a basement unit which means you can hear a lot of what is going on upstairs. I was traveling with my infant and had our white noise machine cranked up to 11 during the night but when I was up with the baby for late night feedings (between midnight-2am) there was a lot of noise coming from upstairs. Voices, footsteps, something akin to the sound of heavy furniture being scooted across the floor? If we hadn’t had the white noise machine I don’t think either of us would have gotten much sleep. I also noticed a cigarette smoke smell coming through the vents in the middle of the night a couple of times. Second, I realize this is the Pacific Northwest and rain is common, but the unit smelled a bit mildewy upon arrival. It improved with the use of the portable a/c unit and some airing out, but not the most pleasant smell to live with. Lastly, the bed is SUPER comfy, but the mattress is wrapped in Saran Wrap, which I thought very odd. It makes a soft crinkly noise any time you move, and creates a sort of greenhouse effect when you’re sleeping (traps body heat and moisture leaving a damp feeling in the bed). Other than the above, the unit was super clean, all the amenities are there, and it is tastefully decorated. I also really appreciated the host’s availability and willingness to help me with my luggage while I struggled with the baby’s car seat.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

G B.

6 July 2021

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

small and noisy, but cheap and safe

I took a gamble on a cheap new rental with few reviews and I lost. Some things are bound to get better as the owners learn the process, but somethings can't be changed due to design of the house. I would not stay there again. The only good part was the host. He was very nice. He gave me his cell number and said I could text him 24/7 if there were any issues. Neighborhood seemed safe. Gate to house confusing to open. There should have been instructions sent on how to open it. The Wi-Fi password was wrong in the welcome info that was given to me. The bedding wasn't washed. At least the thin blanket on top of the bed hadn't but maybe the sheets had been. There was animal fur all over the blanket. There was still trash in the bathroom trashcan. Not a big deal but again it felt like maybe the unit hadn't been cleaned in between customers. The bed was uncomfortable. It is a mattress on wooden slates that creak. My back hurt when I woke up. FYI The bed is only a full size, not a queen. That might be an issue for some people. The unit above you has wood floors and there were several people walking around with shoes on. Very noisy so bring ear plugs. The water pipes are very loud when you or the upstairs people use the water. There is a couch that reclines a little for watching TV. That was nice. Be aware it is a small, love seat size and not big enough for someone to lay sideways on. The use of one parking spot in the driveway was good. Don't plan on being able to park on the street. It is very limited and rarely available. (But there would be no need for more than one car since the apartment is designed for a single person) The ad said "Step-free access". If you are older or unsteady be aware the access has a few steps. You park in the driveway (which is a such a steep incline that your door won't stay open on it's own), then you walk across grass, then gravel, then stepping stones down a slopped backyard. There is no hand railing and it can get wet and muddy with rain.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Ron Loepker

15 June 2021

Great little place

This was a great little place for my three-day visit to my grandson. Very clean, and a great location in the Vancouver Washington area. All my needs were provided for, and I like the private little patio. Definitely would stay again. Ray has a wonderful place.