Spectacular stay in the heart of the RLD.
When we arrived David was actually at the front door. Easy explanation of how everything worked and handoff of keys. Simple.
Room was larger than expected but still cozy and romantic for a couple. A wall of windows overlook the canal and you can watch boats, swans, and the rest drifting by all day. The space has both aircon and a heater, large TV, small mini-fridge, and other appliances.
Hot water was strong and plentiful, and LOTS of other small thoughtful touches that made for a great stay. Bed was super comfy and linen was better than most hotels we've stayed at.
David was a fantastic host, we stayed over New Years and he showed up at our door with a bottle of prosecco and invited us up to his NYE party. We did stop by and his space is amazing and all his friends made us feel welcome. You're never going to get this ambiance in a hotel.
Of course the location is perfect - an easy 5 - 8min walk to central station, in the middle of everything but on a corner that gets a bit quieter late night. The house was safe and secure, lots of bars and restaurants within a 2 min walk.
I've stayed all over Amsterdam in the last 19 years and this was a very enjoyable, private, romantic space to spend a week.