1890s Church Retreat w/ Gardens + HGTV Feature

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Apartment in Milwaukie, OR

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this apartment rental

1890s Church Retreat w/ Gardens + HGTV Feature

Historic Church Turned Artistic Retreat | Featured on HGTV

Step inside this one-of-a-kind stay: a remodeled 1890s church that’s been transformed into a stunning artistic retreat—featured on HGTV’s Extreme Homes and Oregon Home Magazine. Located in Milwaukie’s Ardenwald neighborhood, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment blends historic charm with global style, offering antique furnishings, Moroccan doors, and curated décor throughout.

Unwind in the cozy interior, complete with a full kitchen, L-shaped desk workspace, and a living room with a twin daybed. Outside, enjoy tranquil shared spaces, including three lush gardens, patios, a gazebo with string lights, a fire pit, and beautiful fountains and statues.

You're just minutes from walking trails, public transportation, and Downtown Portland—making it the perfect base for creatives, couples, or solo travelers looking for peace, inspiration, and easy city access.

Sleeping Arrangements:
- Bedroom: 1 Full Bed
- Screened Off in the Living Room: We can add a double mattress to accommodate two more guests, if desired!

Shared Outdoor Features:
- Multiple patios with seating & dining areas
- Gazebo with dining set & string lights
- Fire pit
- Fountains, statues & garden art
- Three large landscaped gardens

Interior Amenities:
- Flat-screen TV with cable
- L-shaped desk for remote work
- Antique furniture & Moroccan architectural details
- Bar with seating
- Full kitchen with refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, blender, slow cooker
- Drip coffee maker, French press & complimentary coffee
- Cooking basics, dishware & utensils
- Washer, dryer, laundry supplies, iron & board
- Linens, towels & hair dryer

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

Amenities at 1890s Church Retreat w/ Gardens + HGTV Feature

Family friendly

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Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
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