First there's Arie. He is a great host. He spontaneously sent me maps and directions to how to get to the boat from the station, as well as how to reach my business meetings. He also had prepared everything for my stay: guides, maps of Amsterdam, wine and cheese and fruit juices. On my arrival he patiently spent time explaining everything about the houseboat.
Then there is the boat. Marvelous experience. I had a lot of space to work in the spacious and sunny kitchen, watch films in the living room. The bed room the bathroom were all very confortable and clean and pleasant. At night everything was very calm as if we were not in the middle of a busy town (and a few meters from the red district). During the day it was fun to watch all the canal tour boats passing by the windows.
I have stayed in all sorts of hotels and places, even the most luxurious, but my stay on Arie and Gerda's boat was one of my greatest experiences. Can't wait to get back.