Evert's lovely studio suite situated on the oldest canal in Amsterdam is easy walking distance to trains, trams and canal boats. Cosy brown cafes and bars abound nearby and the colourful Jordaan district is only a short walk away. The room is composed of the light and airy and the cosy and cultural, a great combo. Nice to enjoy a pre-dinner glass of wine in the sitting area overlooking the canal or choose a film from Evert's impeccable collection of classics. The stairs are as described, but easier than I imagined and we got used to them quite quickly. There is a small fridge for breakfast fruit and drinks, perhaps some hooks for hanging clothes here ( as well as the back of the door) might be useful? A sink for washing up here would be a boon too. We found a welcome pack of milk, teas, coffees, pastilles and waffle biscuits. This was a first visit to Amsterdam for me and a suggested itinerary for your first day might be a soothing canal boat trip to get a sense of the place and a visit to the Amsterdam museum (within walking distance). Everything else falls into place after that. A visit to the Rijks Museum by Gray Line boat is a must, buy an entry ticket with the boat company and you don't have to queue. All together a lovely stay in a tranquil studio positioned in an historical part of the city. Lovely welcome too from Clara and Snow (the cat.)