Amsterdam is know for incredible canals... What better way to experience this beautiful city than staying on a boat!
Jasmijn and Frank were incredible hosts and their houseboat offered a charming and comfortable place for us to stay during our trip. We had two adults and two children (ages 1.5 and 3.5) stay in the bedroom below deck, while our au pair stayed in the wheel house. The ability to close off access between the two spaces at night gave everyone additional privacy.
Our lovely hosts could not have been more accommodating. When we arrived several hours later than planned due to travel changes, Jasmijn graciously showed us around the space and made sure we had everything we needed. Little extras like plug adapters and fun things for our children made our stay a delight. Jasmijn’s flexibility in helping us sort out some additional logitics on our second night made us raving fans who will eagerly send friends and family to stay with Jasmijn and Frank.
The listing covers all the key details. While the bathroom is petite, it doesn’t feel small, and the new and modern fixtures make this former freight ship feel like an oasis on the water. Overall, the boat was surprisingly spacious - especially for a boat - and we all fit comfortably. This is not a typical boat where you need to bend over to walk around or find yourself slamming into the walls when trying to navigate the bathroom (says the 6’2” author of this review). In addition, we found easy, open air parking right in front of the boat. It’s a very quiet neighborhood, removed from the rush of the city - yet close enough to get access to the more populated and popular parts of the city very quickly.