About Sorta Summer House
Ultimately we want Sorta Summer to represent an array of unique experiences and products driven by the spirit of craftsmanship and hospitality.
Hosting people came naturally. Opening our space for gatherings like music, photoshoots, readings, and workshops has been easy to deliver. The challenge that followed was, that first year we couldn’t eat all the ripe grapes fast enough, so we had to come up with another plan. The wine was initially meant to be a personal, collaborative expression of our mutual interests to share with family, friends, and guests of Sorta Summer House but has now grown to 6 vintages with 3 winemakers. Each vintage is a creative expression of our previous year’s story and our friendships with the winemakers and artists. We continue to travel to seek out hospitality and design that pushes our own projects to be better
“An absolutely beautiful, tranquil, and pristine guest home. It was the cleanest and best decorated Airbnb I have ever stayed in! The outdoor shower was such a fun and freeing experience, and following a day of swimming in the Sandy River or a long day of walking and shopping with the sauna was wonderfully relaxing and restorative. Such a lovely patio surrounded by the foliage of fig trees and grapevines. We purchased some of their wine as well, which felt so special (and was delicious)! My husband was wanting to ask about the brand of the mattress and pillows because they were so nice and comfortable. We were there to visit and explore Portland, and the beauty of this place made it hard to leave! We can’t wait to visit again in the future.”
— Sarah, Summer 2026
The Details
This guesthouse is thoughtfully designed with eclectic housewares art and tapestries curated and collected in our travels. The large plants and windows make it feel very relaxing and comfortable and the reclaimed wood, big comfy couch, hanging chair and Eames lounger make it feel like a vintage magazine ad and allow for private nooks to relax and drink coffee or read a book.
This guesthouse was built by a local finish carpenter who has remodeled many well known North Portland's businesses. He even repurposed wood boards from the original on-site carriage house in our ceiling.
The detached 700+ sq. ft. 2-story guesthouse is tucked behind the main house and has it's own secluded back yard space. A quiet hammock area under the tall bamboo and showering cherry blossom tree keep you shady. When in season, we encourage you pick any ripe fruit to enjoy.
In the loft is a the queen-size Englander Hotel collection mattress and hypoallergenic comforter with bright, soft linens. White cotton bath blankets and bath robes add that luxury hotel perk.
Speaking of the experience, the unexpected delight is the private outdoor shower and Finnish sauna. You’ll be surprised by the simple joy of showering in the open air, either under the stars or the morning sun, shaded by the grape vines overhead. Treat yourself.
The kitchen has a mini fridge stocked with fizzy waters and local beers for relaxing travelers. There are all the simple home necessities you'll need for a short stay, high-end coffee brewing equipment thoughtfully recommended by our favorite local coffee roaster, and gas range with oven for meals in. Though we hope you take advantage of the many great restaurants close-by.
We’re within walking distance to a seasonal Farmers Market, Woodlawn Coffee & Bakery, Firehouse Restaurant, Breakside Brewing, P's & Q's Market, Tamale Boy, Tough Luck Bar, and more when the weather allows you to take a longer neighborhood stroll.