Helen and her family were very nice and welcoming. Though it is only a room in Helens house, but own entrance and bathroom makes the stay very private and independent. Tee and coffee in the room, as well as nuts provides by Helen resqued me from hunger the first night when I came very late. Very nice neibourhood with Vondelpark in a 15 min. walk. It is full possible to walk to the city center - a nice 30 min walk along the channels.