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Sunny houseboat near Amsterdam & windmills!

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Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Wijdewormer, North Holland
  • NDSM Werf
    11 min drive
  • Anne Frank House
    15 min drive
  • Dam Square
    18 min drive
  • Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    22 min drive

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Exterior

YAYS Amsterdam Maritime by Numa

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Laundry
Soundproof rooms
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (730)
The price is NZ$285
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
YAYS Amsterdam Maritime by Numa

About the area

Het Kalf

When you stay at this houseboat in Het Kalf, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Anne Frank House and Vondelpark. .This family-friendly houseboat is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Leidseplein and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Van Gogh Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Anne Frank House - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Leidseplein - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Van Gogh Museum - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Rijksmuseum - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Dam Square - 18 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Zaandijk Zaanse Schans Station - 4 min drive
  • Isolatorweg Station - 9 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Hoop op d' Swarte Walvis - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King WORMERLAND - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Tweekoppige Phoenix - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Piazza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Diga Trattoria Italiana - ‬2 min drive

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.

Sunny houseboat near Amsterdam & windmills!

Our lovely houseboat is only 22 minutes from Amsterdam Center! Go by car, by train and bike or by direct bus (that stops around the corner)! The world famous windmills are 5 min by (free!) bike or go there with our motorboat in 20 minutes! Discover the beautiful countryside and nature area around the houseboat, visit Amsterdam and relax afterwards on the water terrace or in the sunny garden! And across the road is my favorite restaurant!

Free bikes (also for kids), motorboat costs only 25 euros for your stay.

The houseboat
Very close to Amsterdam Center you can enjoy living on the water in beautiful surroundings! Enjoy the fantastic views over the water from every room, feed ducks and swans from the living room windows and relax on the sunny water terrace or in the sunny garden! The location is great, very close to Amsterdam and the world famous Zaanse Schans windmills and across the road is the beautiful Dutch countryside. The ideal base to explore the area and afterwards come back to relax in our sunny garden or on the water terrace!

Take the free bikes to explore the area and take our motorboat to visit the windmills from the water and go into the beautiful nature area (1 minute), which is a typical Dutch wetland / polder area! (The motorboat costs 25 euros for your whole stay!)

About the houseboat
The houseboat has a sunny living room with beautiful views over the water and into the garden through the big sliding doors. All the rooms have central heating. There are 2 bright bedrooms with large windows both overlooking the canal and the garden. The master bedroom has a king size bed, the second bedroom has 2 single beds which can be made into a double bed on request. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee bean machine for freshly ground coffee and a new bathroom with shower and toilet. You can enjoy the sunny terrace boat from where you can enjoy the houseboat experience or enjoy the sunny garden with terrace over the water! The terrace is accessible from the living room through the big sliding doors, from which you have a nice view over the garden!

We have free bikes available, also for kids, and also with a child seat. You can use them to explore the area (see below), and go to the train station (7 min by bike).

There's free parking across the road from the houseboat.
We have NETFLIX on the TV and a lot of games for children and the whole family (or friends of course!)
You can use our washing machine and dryer for free.

You'll love to stay here because you can:
* Visit Amsterdam, you'll be there in 20 - 25 minutes depending if you go there by car or public transport (or a combination). Not only at Central station, but really the heart of the city!
* Bike to the world famous Zaanse Schans windmills in 5 min via our special bike route along houseboats and the beautiful wooden houses of Haaldersbroek (must see!), or drive there by car in 2 minutes (!)
* Walk across the road to see the beautiful Dutch wetland nature area! Have a pick-nick on the dike overseeing the wetland, with the Zaanse Schans windmills in the background!
* Take the boat and go to the nature area, go under the bridge and you're there! This is an Amsterdam wetland, typical for the Netherlands!
* And have a drink or great meal at my favorite restaurant Heerenhuis (across the road)!
* Relax at one of the swimming beaches Jagersveld at 5 min by bike or car.
* Explore the area by bike via our special bike route! You can take 1 hour up to half a day, depending on your stops.
* Explore the larger area by car using our special car tour route which can take you up to 1 day and shows the nicest places in the area, like the fishing villages Edam / Volendam, the typical dutch wetlands, the beach, the Keukenhof tulip gardens and the cheese city Alkmaar.

The houseboat is located on the main access road to the highway, and a good bicycle track to the Zaanse Schans and train station.

The houseboat, garden, water terrace and boat are all for your private use.
Bikes are for free, please take care of them!
The boat is available upon request and agreement to our rules and costs 25 euros for you whole stay if you want to take it out to boat.
There's a private balcony. 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 microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Anouk de Haas

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Boating on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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 is also known as

Vrbo Property
★ Unique houseboat near Amsterdam & windmills!★ Wijdewormer

Sunny houseboat near Amsterdam & windmills! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

simon c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
We really enjoyed our stay. 2 Adults and 2 children (11&9). Location is outside of the city center but it was good to be near the windmills, have the use of the boat and the bikes which we would not have had if we had been in the city center. Children really liked staying on the houseboat. We bought food from the Dekemart and ate at Het Heerenhuis twice which was very good. Uses Uber and the bus to get around as well as the bikes. Good communication with the host and they dealt with the only issue we had quickly (heating control was not working).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay
What a relaxing stay at the boathouse! Our host was extremely responsive to communication and truly made us feel at home. There were detailed instructions and many recommendations for the area. The house was clean and the beds were very comfortable! The boat and bikes were the perfect touch. We were able to explore the local area with ease we definitely recommend this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Property & Host!
The property was excellent, exactly as described on the VRBO site. We made use of the bicycles, included in the price, and thoroughly enjoyed riding around the area! The welcome treats were a nice touch to our arrival. The host was nothing less than outstanding; she responded to our messages promptly and accurately. Beyond that, she graciously accommodated a specific special request that we had; that meant a lot to us! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calm Waters
Light and relaxation. Close to many amenities and transportation, but yet in a world of its own. My family of four was comfortable and loved the stay. The bikes and the boat added to the relaxing experience .Anouk communicated well and gave clear directions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kianna d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
We had a lovely stay at the houseboat! The place is in a great location and not far from the airport (we came by car). The houseboat is very spacious and clean, and has lovely views over the water. It’s decorated nicely and is a peaceful, calm place to stay for a break! The gift left on the table was a lovely touch that we really appreciated :). We went on the boat to the windmills and went for dinner at Het Heerenhuis just literally across the road which is lovely too, very cosy after an afternoon on the water. The bed is like sleeping on a cloud! Very comfy! Anouk has the best communication of probably any place I’ve ever booked and is very kind and helpful should you need any assistance. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboat
This was a fun place to stay. The boat was immaculate . The bus was right around the corner. Restaurant across the street was delicious. I would definitely plan to stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

kate b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kings day weekend
Loved the houseboat, bright, spacious and well equipped, we took the bikes to the station (stopped at the pancake house on the way) then easy ride into Amsterdam, highly recommend the restaurant opposite!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A taste of country life
The houseboat was immaculate and the host was super helpful. Anouk sent helpful tips via email about how to best explore the area. The bikes and optional boat were in great condition and really allowed us to have an immersive experience. The notebook that Anouk left on the table was super helpful and was better structured than many travel guides I've bought in the past. The restaurant recommendations were also spot on and overall it was the best accommodations I've ever enjoyed while travelling. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
A nice house boat in a nice location. We’ll happily come back here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Houseboat
We loved staying on the houseboat for two nights. The location near the windmills and restaurants is fantastic. We loved touring by bike and exploring the area. The houseboat is very clean and nicely furnished with everything we needed. We especially appreciated the extensive information book that provided tons of information on places to go, things to see, where to eat and shop, etc. Communication was excellent. Although there was some noise from the road, it didn't bother us and we would love the chance to come back and stay again someday. Thank you Anouk!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijk weekend met vrienden
We hebben een erg leuk weekend gehad op de boot van Anouk. We hadden een paar dagen regen en konden daardoor noch fietsen, noch varen, maar de boot biedt genoeg gezelligheid om daar prettig te verblijven. Het Heerenhuis aan de overkant is heel leuk om te eten. Vanuit Wormerveer (leuk Grieks restaurant vlakbij station!) is er een prima treinverbinding naar Amsterdam! Het contact met Anouk was steeds fijn; betrokken, helpend en meedenkend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frauke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Janine K.

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous houseboat, excellent stay!
We loved staying on the houseboat! The beautiful view over the water made us wake up with a smile very morning! The location near the windmills and restaurants is fantastic, and getting into Amsterdam is easy and convenient. What we loved best was taking the motorboat out to the windmills, that is a once in a lifetime experience! And we loved touring by bike and exploring the area, it's beautiful! The houseboat is very clean and nicely furnished with everything we needed. We especially appreciated the extensive information book that provided tons of information on places to go, things to see, where to eat and shop, etc. Communication was excellent, Anouk is a fantastic host. We'd love to come back some day! Thank you Anouk!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es war toll
Schön
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myriam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Unterkunft
Alles sauber, sehr gute Ausstattung, gute Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber. Besonders schön ist die Direktanbindung per Bus nach Amsterdam (die jedoch teurer ausfällt als in der Infomappe angegeben). Wir hatten ein schöne Zeit und haben uns gut erholt.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacques V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Logement insolite, douillet et fonctionnel
Séjour agréable, à 40mn de la Central Station d’Amsterdam par le bus 391, d’où on peut visiter la ville et les environs à pied, en bus, en tram, en train,en ferry… Découvrir les moulins à vent avec le bateau électrique est un must ! Le restaurant Herenhuis d’à côté est à recommander, car accueillant, animé ,à la nourriture proposée excellente .
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhafte Lage. In 7 min. mit dem Fahrrad bei den Wildmühlen. Sauberes Boot und schöne Stadt. ....
Alles super geklappt. Sehr gemütlich.Empfehlenswert
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Daniela W.

Sehr schönes Hausboot und tolle Umgebung
Wir haben uns auf dem Hausboot sehr wohl gefühlt. Anouk war jederzeit hilfsbereit. Die Ausflüge mit dem kleineren Boot und mit den Velos in die nähere Umgebung haben wir genossen.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Birgit V.

Sehr angenehm und bequem mit Boot und Räder.
Evtl. Fehlen Mückennetze im schlafbereich.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

marion t.

Liked: Cleanliness
très bruyant
La maison est charmante et conforme à la description avec une bonne literie. Bonne communication avec l'hôte et un bon accueil. En revanche, l'environnement est très bruyant avec énormément de trafic automobile même de nuit avec des passages de bus et poids lourds. Je tiens également à préciser qu'il n'y a pas de vélos pour enfants disponibles.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolaas L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simplement fantastique
L’endroit idéal pour passer quelques jours à découvrir Noord Holland, Amsterdam et De Zaanse Schans. La péniche est parfaite, propre et son petit bateau vous permettra de naviguer sur les canaux et de contempler de magnifiques moulins. De la documentation et informations à votre disposition pour trouver des restaurants et des lieux à visiter Rien à reprocher !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super woonboot, fantastisch verblijf!
Alles was super! De woonboot is een hele fijne plek om te verblijven! Mooi ingericht, sfeervol, schoon en van alle gemakken voorzien. Schitterend uitzicht over het water, de zwanen en eendjes voerden we vanuit het raam! We vonden het het allerleukst om met het motorbootje naar de Zaanse Schans en langs de molens te varen! Er zijn goede fietsen bij en de gastvrouw heeft de leukste tips in de omgeving in een uitgebreide informatiemap opgeschreven. Contact is heel gastvrij en makkelijk. We vonden het heel leuk dat er een lekker flesje wijn en stroopwafels voor ons klaar stonden bij aankomst! :) Vanuit de woonboot zit je zo bij de mooiste attrakties in de omgeving: Amsterdam, Zaanse Schans, Volendam en Edam (probeer zeker ook de mooie rondrit die Anouk heeft uitgestippeld!) We vonden het een fantastisch verblijf! Bedankt!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022