This was my first experience with Airbnb and we picked Joke En Gerard's houseboat primarily based on the splendid reviews of previous guests. Even so, our stay exceeded our expectations. Gerard insisted upon picking up up at the ferry landing even though it's only a 15 minute walk. Our room was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view overlooking the canal. We left our window open and fell asleep to the sounds of water lapping against the dock and the birds chirping in the distance. During the day guests are welcome to relax in the kitchen, living room, and the spacious outdoor deck overlooking the the activities on the quiet canal. High speed Wifi is available throughout. But the real highlight was the hospitality of Joke and Gerard themselves. Their objective is to make each guest feel welcome and comfortable in their home. Whether your desire is to relax and enjoy the surroundings or to get out and explore Amsterdam they are always eager to provide suggestions, assistance, and to share their vast knowledge of the area. Their generosity is unequalled. We arrived as guests. We became friends in no time and by the time we left we felt like family.