Stijn was a great host, very accommodating and helpful though he was out of town during part of our stay. His houseboat was centrally located, with nice views of coots and swans, and other boats sailing by. Staying there was a very cool, and probably less expensive, alternative to a regular hotel room. The only caveat we offer, though, is that this would not be a viable alternative for someone with mobility problems or disabilities. You have to work your way over to Stijn's boat by going over four or five boats docked parallel to it. Also there are steep stairs inside the boat which could be difficult for people who have trouble walking. Other than that, it was a great experience.