Rosa was a wonderfully communicative host from booking to check out. Her apartment is perfect if you want to experience some traditional architecture and "local" living with fabulous coffee, restaurants and cool boutiques at your doorstep. Every uber driver noted that De Pijp is THE most happening place right now. Although there's a buzz from the restaurants and market just down the street, the apartment is very quiet, cozy and stylishly decorated.
If you're used to N.American comforts and have never been to Amsterdam, just note a couple of things: the apt is at the top of four very steep flights of stairs so pack light and leave your heels at home, the main bed is in a loft which is accessed by a ladder (my 20-year old daughter fell in love with the loft), the other option is a queen size inflatable mattress, no closets but there's one clothing rack, front load washer no dryer so towels are "crunchy", gas stove, no microwave or toaster, radiator heating is pretty efficient, and compact European bathrooms may take some getting used to. Don't forget to pack your adaptors and two-pronged plugs.
All in all, we had a great time and really enjoyed staying here. The apt is about a 5 min walk to the tram station, 10min walk to the Museum district, and 30min walk to central station area. Rent a bike if you're willing and able to brave the local biking lanes, and nothing will be more than 5 mins away.