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Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door

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Exterior
Smart TV, books, stereo
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 435 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door

PLEASE NOTE if you are booking through Expedia: this property is managed through VRBO. You will receive an email from VRBO with a link to a VRBO account upon booking, where you can manage, change or cancel your reservation. You will not be able to communicate or receive messages (including your access code) from the host unless you complete this step & create an account (unless you already have one), on VRBO. Thanks in advance, as Expedia does not link through VRBO automatically.

***If this unit is booked - please see also the Lemon Door MicroLoft on the same property, separate listing***

***Both units Lemon Door & Blue Door may be booked together so you can bring a larger group & still each have your own privacy! The units are virtually identical except the floorplans are flipped.***

**Over 500 5 Star reviews on other sites - first time listed on VRBO!**

....but don't take our word for it - explore some recent ones:

February 2023
Kerri Ann
Such a great location in a fun neighborhood. Felt right at home. Wish we had a longer stay!

Ashley
January 2023
This spot is a gem! Fabulous location and just a quick walk to some great bars, restaurants, and the best donuts we’ve ever had! The loft is lovely. Looked just like the pictures with plenty of amenities to make us feel right at home. Heather and Topher were available for anything we needed and made our stay effortless. We’ll be back for sure!

January 2023
Keren
We loved staying in this tiny house! It was in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of street parking (which was kind of hard to find in other areas). The house was just like the pictures and had all the basics we needed for the few days we were being tourists in Portland. It was unique, modern and comfortable (heat, easy to get around, good amenities). Great place to relax, unwind and warm up after a long day of exploring. Also very close (walking distance or a very short drive) to several restaurants, breweries/bars and coffee shops. Grand Central Bakery is delicious!

January 2023
Russell
This tiny house is great! The decor and vibe is very cozy. The location is great too. It's, right around the corner from Mississippi Ave, which is an amazing neighborhood with great shops, restaurants, and bars. I'd happily recommend this tiny house to anyone visiting Portland.

January 2023
Morgan
AMAZING location and space. Had such a great time exploring Portland from this Airbnb.


Discover a unique, custom-built tiny home with a big feel. The residence features an open-plan layout, a mezzanine bedroom, rustic wood finishes, industrial accents, cathedral ceilings, and access to a shared garden patio with a BBQ.

Low cleaning fee & easy, low-key checkout. No stress! Close to action in fun Mississippi district, yet quiet & private. Self check-in. Close-in to downtown & Convention Ctr.

As seen in “best of portland airbnb” online reviews: wheatlesswanderlust, roadaffair, & bridgesandballoons.

We hope you enjoy your stay with us, & we are very much looking forward to hosting you!

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The Mississippi Smalls - Blue Door Loft is our modern / industrial / rustic take on a tiny home with a luxe spirit, & a personal & economical alternative to staying in a hotel/motel in the city. Located in the heart of the eclectic & Historic Mississippi District & boasting a Walker's Paradise 91 & Biker's Paradise 93 score, the micro-lofts are sure to deliver a unique experience in custom designed, space efficient housing & convenient access to some of Portland's hottest spots, just steps away!

Tranquil, meditative, efficient, green-friendly environments, which combine both comfort & practicality in a 320 square foot-print; the open, vaulted, light-filled space will make them seem much bigger than they are. They are appointed with everything you need whether you are visiting PDX for a few days or for an extended stay.

Our inspiration was born out of our love for efficient & well-crafted spaces. We've pooled the considerable talents of friends, artists & local crafts-people to design, construct & finish out the micro-lofts.

Our experiences touring as Musicians for many years, travels around the world, participating in Burning Man & our deep local roots all influence the vibe of the space. Wherever possible, we have reclaimed, repurposed, up-cycled, & recycled objects & materials & incorporated them into the design & function of the building & surrounding space.

Each unit is also a completely separate & standalone building. The micro lofts share a garden, bamboo rustling in the breeze, ready to fire grill & fully landscaped yard. Perfect for reflecting, bbq'ing, reading, relaxing, happy-houring or whatever your heart desires. ENJOY!

• HOUSE MANUAL/HOUSE RULES: Please read over the house manual & house rules upon booking. All your questions will be answered! ☺

Additional items in the House Manual & House Rules will be available to you upon booking.

HOUSE MANUAL:

WITH REGRETS: NO PETS/NO SMOKING/NO VAPING INSIDE THE UNITS

You may smoke/vape anywhere outside on the porches or patios but please do not smoke or vape inside the units. Cannabis is legal in Oregon & there are many places to buy & imbibe, but please do not smoke or vape it inside the units. Thanks!

Personal or service animals are not allowed in the units due to health issues.

• MESSAGE US ANYTIME!: We are just a VRBO message away! Please keep all correspondence within the inbox/app/website, wherever possible.

• VRBO MESSENGING: VRBO messages are preferred & we respond promptly to them. Please use the vrbo messages as those are pushed as texts to anyone helping us out with hosting.

• ENJOY YOURSELVES!: We are pretty hands off hosts & will leave you to just enjoy your selves for the most part, but we will check in on you to make sure all is well.

• THE GROUNDS: All guests have access to the garden / yard space in between the units, where the gas grill is.

• KEYLESS ENTRY allows for easy 24 hour check in / check out, at your convenience.

• LATE CHECK INS/ EARLY CHECK OUTS: Please do not worry about late nite check ins or early morning check outs - it's no bother! :)

• KEY CODE: We will send you the code on the day of your arrival.

• LAUNDRY: There is a pretty nice laundry / pub less than a block away from the house on Fremont if you need to do your laundry while you drink beer or coffee with friends. DIY Portland style!

• COMPLIMENTARY GREEN Kitchen: We provide fresh local Coffee & Tea, for every guest. Organic & local soaps, cleaners & other Green amenities wherever possible.

• COMPLIMENTARY GREEN Bath: Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, & lotion. Iron & ironing board, hair dryer.

• ARTWORK: Original artwork by the owner & local artists

• KITCHENETTE: Kitchenette with hotplate, toaster oven, microwave, cookware & utensils - enough to heat up a meal or prepare a simple one. There are so many amazing restaurants nearby - but the kitchenette will serve to help you prepare simple meals if you'd like to stay in & eat too.

• PATIO: Outdoor sitting area with private patio for each unit.

• BEDDING: All cotton bedding & towels provided - extra bedding & linens located in chaise lounge portion of couch and/or in linen closet.

• BEDS: Comfortpedic memory foam queen-size mattress in sleeping loft (so comfy). Fold out couch bed down below, bedding for couch bed is located in the chaise lounge portion of the couch. Just pull up on it & voila! Accommodates up to 4 people. Memory foam topper available underneath kitchen counter. Pull out the rollaway cart & you will see it in a polka dot bag.

• WIFI: Free Wi-Fi - Fast at 223 mbps

• HEATING & A/C: Cadet heaters upstairs & down, & A/C & fans available if needed

• GRILL: Ready-to-fire charcoal grill

• PARKING: Ample free street parking

• ENTRANCE: Up the front stairs in front of the main house, then turn right, head to your unit, Blue or Lemon Door. Blue Door sits on the front of the property, Lemon Door entrance along side of main house, down the center of the property, unit is at the back of the property.

License number
17-150312-000-00-HO

Property manager

Heather & Topher

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 380 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 23-057168-000-00-HO

About the area

Map
Portland, OR

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Moda Center - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lloyd Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Oregon Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Powell's City of Books - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland Union Station - 8 min drive
  • Overlook Park Station - 13 min walk
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Por Que No - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grand Central Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Cup Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Interurban - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door located?

Located in North Portland, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Legacy Emanuel Medical Center and within 3 miles (5 km) of Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center. Wonder Ballroom and Willamette River are also within 1 mile (2 km). Overlook Park Station is 13 minutes by foot and Albina-Mississippi Station is 15 minutes.

Handcrafted Micro-Loft in close-in Portland, fun historic area - Blue Door Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The loft was perfect for a girl’s trip. It was well-equipped and inviting. The property was very close to lots of shops and restaurants. The hosts were very accommodating. We highly recommend this unique and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute house- great for a couple
We stayed here two nights as part of an anniversary trip. The decor is really well done, you have your own little front yard space with chairs to enjoy the nice weather ( we were visiting from Vegas so enjoyed being out of the heat). It’s a quick easy walk to Mississippi Ave where there are lots of restaurants and bars- and Kates ice cream all gluten free and delicious. The hosts were responsive to messages. I’d highly recommend this place to a couple visiting the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Perfectly walking distance to groceries, shops and restaurants. Check-in was not as smooth because instructions were not sent out in advance. I saw that I needed to pay the rest of the balance after we were already driving to the place after we landed at PDX. We had all we needed for a comfortable stay. Only thing I didn’t realize from the photos is that there is no sink that is counter height by the cooking area. So be prepared to kneel while washing dishes. Overall, pretty good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirk f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two words, loved it!
Great stay. Best vrbo that we have rented in Portland. Visiting our son and wife living on Vancouver. Walked to their place several times. Close to Mississippi St and walkable to Alberta too. Roomy, comfortable and well equipped. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
We enjoyed our time at the blue door. Extremely clean, close to our daughter’s apartment and close to Mississippi Avenue for shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rickie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfy, and convenient!
This place was amazing! We picked it because of location, but we were so happy with how all of it turned out. Although smaller, the way they furnished the space was well thought out and roomy/comfy! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
The space was immaculately clean and full of thoughtful, brilliantly designed touches. The home is efficient, yet spacious and bright yet private. The communication from McGarry’s was warm and responsive, yet not intrusive. I am eager to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Was expecting a more tiny house, but we had enough room for two small kids and two adults. We were able to walk to things easy and even though it was street parking, there was always a spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Thanks! We were in Portland for a wedding & your house was in a great location for us to attend our family events as well as having walking access to great restaurants and shops. So glad you had air conditioning with the heat this last weekend too! p.s. the metal railing is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jhodi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute and convenient!
Everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. Location was great for getting around Portland to explore, but having a quiet place to go back to within walking distance of lots of little shops and dining. House was clean and well-stocked with essentials. Parking was super easy. Although we didn’t need it, they did provide a pack-n-play for travelling with our infant. AC was a huge bonus as were there during a heatwave midsummer. Highly recommend! Super cute space with all the things you could need for a short or long stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
This is the perfect little house within walking distance of everything on Mississippi. It was well stocked with basic necessities and made the Stu really comfortable. And for the nature lovers- it’s central to every good hiking spot / hot springs / the coast. Would definitely love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 Anniversary Trip to Portland
It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L., Frisco Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on NE side of Portland
Perfect cottage for the 2 of us not a full kitchen but just enough for morning coffee and a bagel. Amazing restaurants right around the corner on Mississippi St. Easy drive to other Portland attractions and to see all the waterfalls on the Columbia River. Great place to start before experiencing the Willamette Valley and the Coast. Heather was a great communicator and made sure we had everything we needed and to reach out with any questions. Truly a home way from home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy comfy stay
Space was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023