What a great experience! Rinze was so kind to look after my luggage when I arrived way ahead of the scheduled check in time. He was a great source of tips and info, especially about getting around and finding good places to eat.
The location cannot be beat. Easy walking distance to pretty much anything you'd like to see in Amsterdam. I cannot get over how pretty the apartment was inside and out, mainly because of the enormous picture window that opened up right onto a postcard-picture canal. The water is only about a foot lower that the bottom of the window and I got to be good friends with a swan and a couple of ducks over coffee and croissants.
The apartment is small but very cozy -- perfect for a solo traveler or a romantic couple getaway. Though there was no stovetop the provision of a microwave, toaster, electric kettle, espresso machine, and mini-fridge provided a lot of different options for food prep without taking up much space. And with all the great pubs, restaurants, and cafés right around the corner you'll probably want to eat out most of the time anyway. Floors are cool (it's a houseboat, duh!) so bring an extra pair of socks or some slippers if you plan to spend time lounging around without your shoes. I loved the elevated bed with the pop-out drawers and stair steps -- great design.
I'll definitely try to book this on our next visit to Amsterdam. Thanks again Rinze!