Although Karin wasn't there at the start of our stay, her son looked after us very well. When Karin came back towards the end of our stay, she welcomed us with open arms and was very approachable. The studio is very well situated and whilst you can here the feet of people walking upstairs, if you have ear plugs you will not hear a thing (it is an original old period house after all!!! ). The only thing I would change is the description as it is more of a Canal house than a Boathouse - a small change really. We would certainly come back if we return to Amsterdam. Thank you!!!