"Just two years younger than Oaks Park, Council Crest opened in 1907 and was called the Dreamland of the Northwest, probably for its high elevation of "1,200 feet above the city," and excellent views of Portland and five mountain peaks. With attractions designed by Coney Island's contractor, it boasted a dance hall, Ferris wheel, roller coaster, and water log ride."
"In a quiet pocket at the end of SW Gaston Avenue, the charm starts with the quaint facade, with its off-center, front-facing gable articulated by a chimney, leaded glass and circular windows, and arched front door. Inside, such sweet original details are still found in the living room, with its plastered walls, arched built-ins, and leaded glass doors leading to a windowed sunroom, currently set up as an office."
Council Crest opened in 1907 as the Dreamland of the Northwest at about 1,200 feet above Portland, offering views of the city and five mountain peaks. Attractions designed by a Coney Island contractor included a dance hall, Ferris wheel, roller coaster, and water log ride, and the park aimed to attract ridership for the Portland Railway Light and Power Company's streetcar line. The park closed by 1929 during the Great Depression, but residential development followed, including a charming 1924 cottage near the former park. The cottage features a front-facing gable, leaded glass and circular windows, arched doors, plastered walls, built-ins, a sunroom, an updated quartz-and-stainless kitchen, and a primary bedroom with a tiled en-suite bath.
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