My boyfriend and I stayed for 4 nights and had mixed feelings about our experience. Everything was exactly as described, the photos are accurate, Dick was very nice and helpful, and there are multiple transportation options literally right outside the door. However, we definitely fell victim to our own inflated expectations… because staying on a houseboat in Amsterdam sounds so romantic! The boat is more of a camping alternative than a hotel alternative, though. Everything is fully functional and Dick certainly tried to make the experience nice (fresh tulips, a bottle of wine, some breakfast essentials), but otherwise there are no frills on this boat. It's not possible to stand in the toilet area, there is no bathroom sink, and there is nowhere to hang clothing. There were sounds we didn't expect, like squeaking when the boat rubbed against the dock, the loud motor of passing canal buses, and early-morning squawking (from ducks, I think). The boat also had a distinct smell to it, was rather dusty, and had cat hair on some of the furniture. If you're looking for a camping-like experience, then this may be the perfect fit. If you're looking for a romantic getaway… maybe not so much.