We LOVED our stay on Hans' houseboat! It's a charming historic boat, perfectly situated in the heart of Amsterdam's Jordaan neighborhood - a nice walk to just about everything. We spent our mornings and evenings on the deck - watching bicycles and boats glide by. Inside the boat is cozy and casual with lots of natural sunlight pouring in. Especially in the wheel room - which is lined with windows and banquette seating - very cool and comfortable - and great for taking in Amsterdam without leaving the boat. We enjoyed the lived-in feel, the beers left in the fridge, the travel books lining the shelves. The Charlotte Johanna is surprisingly spacious and was plenty of room for our family (my wife and I plus our two boys ages 12 & 14). One of our sons stayed in the loft bed down under, the other slept on the couch, while we enjoyed the relaxing and roomy bedroom and skylight. Staying on Hans' houseboat was one of the best experiences of our European holiday!