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Modern yet cozy houseboat

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 445 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, North Holland
  • Royal Theater Carre
    1 min walk
  • ARTIS
    9 min walk
  • Rembrandt Square
    10 min walk
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Amsterdam

With a stay at this houseboat, you'll be centrally located in Amsterdam, within a 5-minute drive of Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum. .This houseboat is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Rembrandt Square and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Anne Frank House.

What's nearby

  • Rembrandt Square - 10 min walk
  • Rijksmuseum - 19 min walk
  • Dam Square - 4 min drive
  • Leidseplein - 4 min drive
  • Van Gogh Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Weesperplein Station - 5 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 17 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakhuys - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Lempicka - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hoftuin - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Baret - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Capital Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Modern yet cozy houseboat

My houseboat is a lovely, quiet and comfortable place to stay in Amsterdam, close to Carré Theater, Hermitage, Hortus Botanicus, Artis Zoo, and lots of other famous tourist places and last but not least the Amstel river. Enjoy Amsterdam from within!

The houseboat offers you a tastefull bedroom, a modern bathroom, a luxurious kitchen and a warm, comfortable living room with a beautifull canal view. Enjoy the view and quiet atmosphere from behind the spacious windows or by using the terrace.

My place is a very stable, solidly constructed and well maintained houseboat. I like to share my boat with guests from all over the world, because it's such a unique and typical Amsterdam way of living.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a safe and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free houseboat features a stereo, hiking/biking trails nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

A. van As

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Though feel free to smoke on the terrace

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 484 sq ft (45 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Note from host: There's a travel bed available for the young ones

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 0363 A5E3 E27E E58A 9270

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Modern Yet Cozy
Modern yet Cosy Houseboat
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Modern yet Cozy Houseboat Amsterdam
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Modern yet cozy houseboat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet nights
Beautiful houseboat in a very quiet residential area. Still close to walk across the Amstel. Nice to see the boats on the canal passing by. Would definitely recommend for a peaceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay in Amsterdam
Great little Houseboat on the canal. Loved the back patio for watching Sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall vacation in Amsterdam
Houseboat is in a wonderful location, nicely appointed, clean, and comfortable. My only comment is that the heating system could use some simple directions to help guests, although it is possible that I simply didn't find them. Overall, wonderful stay! Bill
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy and Red W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orpheus boat stay
Albert, the host, was phenomenal from the date we booked the canal boat and all through our stay with tips and recommendations. Location allowed us to walk everywhere in Amsterdam.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MB

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house boat - great location
The houseboat was wonderful and clean and had everything you could possibly need. It was in a great location and was a very unique way to enjoy Amsterdam. Albert was very communicative and made sure there were no issues. A great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S., Douglasville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We had a great time staying at the boathouse in Amsterdam. It was set up nice and had everything you could need. Loved being on the water. The owner was amazing and made sure we were comfortable and had what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t beat staying on a houseboat!
What a special experience for our family to stay on a houseboat in Amsterdam! Easy check in, great communication with the host, beautiful house that was cozy but so well set up for a small space. Primary bedroom was very comfortable, and our girls (5 and 9) loved the pull out couch and waving to passing boats. Would 100% recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and super unique!
My father and I stayed for a couple nights to end our European tour and it was lovely. Check in was a breeze and communication during the process was excellent. Short walk to public transit, museums, city center. Sitting out in the terrace with my dad watching boats go by was so enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on the canal
'We are seniors well into our 70's and 80's. Our stay in this splendid houseboat was exactly what we were hoping for. Comfortable house, convenient location, convenient public transportation, and a canal that provided daily enjoyable boat-watching. Our host was very responsive..meeting us at our arrival and answering questions during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Houseboat
Cozy and comfy houseboat with everything you need. The owner was very accommodating and maintained communication to you ensure we enjoyed our stay. We arrived on a Thursday and our first night was relaxing. However, party goers from Friday night lead to a 2am awakening to yelling and screaming on Saturday morning. We would still return here next time we're in Amsterdam.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great location, great host! Wonderful way to live like a local in Amsterdam!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G., Cuchara,CO

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful spot!
The houseboat was in a great location for exploring all of Amsterdam. Very close to metro and tram stops to visit museums and get to other parts of city. It was quiet and peaceful on the canal and we enjoyed our stay. Albert and Anna had coffee pods for morning cuppa to get out the door and were gracious to let us drop our luggage until check-in and we started our explore of city while preparations were made. Coming off a week of biking made having a washer and dryer great! The restaurants in the area were delightful! Capital Kitchen fabulous food! A short walk to Tashi Deleg for Indonesian/Nepal fusion- wonderful! Overall just a great and interesting stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay no where else
Albert is the best host. He greeted us when we arrived with fresh tulips and showed us how everything worked. He helped us navigate the two biggest celebrations in Amsterdam. The houseboat is clean, very modern with all of the modern conveniences.... including heated bathroom floors. We will be back again.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D., Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
MAGICAL!!!!!
We cannot say enough about how FANTASTIC this property is. Perfectly located near everything, yet in a quiet neighborhood; Albert's houseboat was absolutely one of our favorite aspects of our trip. Comfortable, fully equipped, it was hard to leave it every day (one day, we didn't leave till dinnertime!) Albert's helpful guide told us everything we needed to know about local markets, where to sightsee, and how to use all the vast amenities that are included. And if we had questions, Albert was instantly responsive. We would 100% recommend this accommodation to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
Everything about the boat was as advertised! A perfect retreat after a day exploring Amsterdam, very well situated and amazing views. Albert, the host, could not have been kinder or more helpful. We hope to enjoy his hospitality again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, good host!
The location for this houseboat couldn't be better. It's close to transit and many great sightseeing locations, but it's on a side canal so it's still relatively secluded and quiet. The houseboat itself is very modern and well-maintained. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myles T., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly superb and tranquil
Albert’s houseboat is an incredibly comfortable and peaceful place to stay. It is very well equipped. It was spotlessly clean and had everything an international traveler might appreciate, including the full size washing machine and dryer, very effective heating, double glazing and condiments (eg herbs, spices, oil) to make the most of the chef’s kitchen overlooking the canal. A real highlight was watching the rowers come past in the early morning and the visiting waterbirds including coots, ducks and swans. We didn’t meet Albert but he was available if we had any queries. We loved every minute of our stay here. If you see this and are thinking about it, you won’t regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Houseboat
Albert was a marvelous host. The houseboat was truly lovely. Well furnished kitchen, comfortable beds, great shower and WIFI. It was very quiet in the evening and nicely located - central to everything. Any questions we had, Albert was very quick to respond. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
This was a gem - everything was lovely To be on the canal was peaceful and easy location for everything Comfy bed and everything you need To sit on the patio and enjoy the canal life was very special We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat
The houseboat was absolutely wonderful. Extremely clean. It was exactly as pictured ; very spacious. Loved sitting in the terrace watching the ducks and boats passing by Albert was there to show us around when we arrived early and jet us leave our luggage so we cloud explore the city for the day. He was available for any questions we may have had I would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to have a different type experience in Amsterdam
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Incredible!!
Do not hesitate to book this wonderful houseboat!! I researched many properties and am so thankful that we chose to stay here. Albert was beyond accommodating and helpful leading up to and during our stay. He was attentive and allowed us to feel welcomed. The houseboat was incredible and equipped with modern appliances and really comfortable beds including the pullout bed. Sitting on the deck was magical in the mornings and evenings and more than a few boaters commented that they were jealous of the boat and location. We were in the center of everything while still offering a quiet evening for sleeping. You will not be disappointed with your choice to stay here and have Albert as your host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canal Living
The houseboat was perfect. It had everything we needed and more. We spent a lot of time on the deck enjoying canal life, coffee in the morning and wine at night. The houseboat is spacious, comfortable and beautiful. The area had a lot of energy during the day and was quiet at night. The host was very organized and responsive, and made our stay seamless.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Home on the Water
The houseboat was a wonderful place to come back to after a busy day. It had everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking. It was in a great location - within walking distance of many attractions, restaurants and grocery store. Albert told us everything we needed to know and got back to us right away.Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the Houseboat
I love Amsterdam. Having Albert as a host and staying in his immaculate houseboat made it all the better. Will return for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Littleton, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Most amazing place
This was our last stop on a long european vacation. We stayed in some really nice places; but hands down nothing compared to this! Such a once in a lifetime, location! It is decorated with style and warmth. The kitchen is well stocked with all the utensils to easily cook. I can not say enough nice things about Albert, absolutely every communication i had with him was lovely. He was so helpful! His response was always timely and warm. You can tell he cares a great deal about his gest. I cant wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023