If you want an unforgettable experience while visiting Amsterdam, then you must stay at Egbert's place on The Maria. The studio located on the boat has everything you need for a cozy and comfortable visit. The neighborhoods nearby have everything. In less than a 10 min walk, you'll be at an amazing pub where they have many local beers on tap and homemade sandwiches (Jooster) or a delicious coffee shop, that serves coffee and breakfast :P (Anne and Max or Chantilly)....both were amazing. All these places had people who spoke English and offered us English menus. You're also within a 25 min walk to the amazing Brewery next to a windmill, Brouwerij 't IJ.
Getting into Amsterdam for all the museums and touristy activities was also very easy and within a 10-15 min car/bus ride. We used uber most trips, but there was always bikes as an option to rent and metro....which I'd recommend to get a day or multi day pass to use so you don't have to worry about having exact change every time you get on.
Egbert was an absolutely amazing host. He met us personally up our arrival to The Maria and showed us around. He left us beer in the fridge from the local brewery, gave us many suggestions on things to do nearby, and was quick to respond to any messages I sent!
I hope that we'll make it back to Amsterdam someday and if we do, we hope The Maria is available!
April and Greg