HOST
Mark is great! Leading up to our arrival he communicated regularly, and gave clear instructions on how to get to his apt. His insights were key in how successful our trip was: where to shop, where to buy transit cards, killer sites and activities in Amsterdam, etc. We felt Mark was always available to answer questions but as he did so much to inform us up-front we never had much need to call on him. He's friendly, punctual, and offers suggestions from the perspective of someone that has obviously lived in and explored his own city. What more could you ask from a host?

NEIGHBOURHOOD
The ideal location for our 12-day stay. Only two blocks to everything we needed: grocery store, bike rentals, restaurants, the lovely Rembrandtpark, many essential tram and bus lines that deliver you just steps from all the most popular sites in the city. You will be far enough from the noise and energy of the revelers in the city core that you can sleep peacefully, but close enough to easily walk, bike, or bus to everything if you choose.

APARTMENT
Located in a quiet street one block over from the gorgeous Rembrandtpark, Mark's flat has everything for a comfortable stay. We loved having a well-equipped kitchen and dishwasher. The washer came in handy too. The large balcony looks out into a quiet courtyard framed by the adjacent buildings. The perfect place to have incredible Dutch coffee and baked goods for breakfast. The beds are comfortable, there's WiFi for plotting a day's events, and it's nice to have the option to turn on the TV and watch Dutch and/or English shows at the end of a long day exploring.